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First Minister bows to pressure and asks the military for help as an out-of-control wildfire rages in the Highlands
Scotland’s First Minister has asked the military to assist efforts to contain a wildfire described as out of control in the Highlands, following pressure to strengthen the response. The request underlines the scale of the emergency and the potential threat to communities, land and infrastructure in the area. The article does not provide further verified…
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Google basically confirms the Pixel 11 is getting a price hike
Google has indicated that the forthcoming Pixel 11 range will become more expensive, reflecting higher memory costs caused by demand from AI data centres. The move matters because it suggests Google can no longer absorb component-price rises, joining several technology firms that have passed these costs on to consumers. Google executive Shakil Barkat said prices…
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India’s ‘cockroach’ protest called off after education minister quits
India’s Cockroach Janta Party has ended its five-week protest after Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned, with supporters celebrating in Delhi. The online satirical movement, which is not a formal political party, had become a prominent outlet for young people’s anger over education and unemployment, making the resignation a significant public setback for Narendra Modi’s government.…
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Fired school counselor loses again after free speech fight over gender-themed books in his office
A US federal appeals court has upheld the dismissal of Roderick E. Theis II, an Oregon school counsellor who displayed books promoting binary views of gender in offices where he met pupils. The ruling matters because the majority held that an educator’s speech while carrying out school duties is government speech, and therefore not protected…
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WSJ editorial board rips Trump over tariff ‘obsession’
The Wall Street Journal editorial board criticised Donald Trump’s apparent fixation on tariffs, arguing that an aggressive tariff policy could harm the US economy and consumers. The criticism matters because tariffs remain a central element of Trump’s economic agenda and could affect trade relations, prices and business investment. The available article text does not provide…
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Inside The Room At The Rescheduled WHCA Dinner As Donald Trump Tried Rickles-Like Rally Shtick, But Was Met With The Sounds Of Silence
President Donald Trump gave a 62-minute speech at the rescheduled White House Correspondents’ Dinner, mixing attempted insult comedy with familiar rally themes and complaints about the media. According to the report, much of the audience responded with little laughter or applause, highlighting the uneasy atmosphere between Trump and a room largely filled with journalists. The…
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New North Sea oil drilling faces delay after gear accidentally dropped in sea
Production at Rosebank, the UK’s largest undeveloped oilfield, may be delayed until 2027 after drilling equipment was accidentally dropped on to the North Sea seabed. The setback comes as the government considers whether to permit work at Rosebank and Jackdaw, balancing industry arguments on energy security and jobs against climate concerns. The incident occurred on…
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Trump speaks out on Bryson DeChambeau’s controversial two-stroke penalty at The Open: ‘Tough call’
President Donald Trump described Bryson DeChambeau’s disputed two-stroke penalty at The Open as a “tough call”, after the golfer reportedly considered seeking his help during a disagreement with officials. Trump did not intervene, but his comments add political attention to a rules controversy involving the LIV Golf player. DeChambeau received the penalty during last week’s…
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Maine Democrats crown Troy Jackson as Platner replacement as fresh scrutiny clouds Senate reset
Maine Democrats have selected Troy Jackson as their Senate nominee to challenge long-serving Republican Senator Susan Collins, after former candidate Graham Platner’s campaign collapsed amid rape allegations. The rapid replacement is significant because the contest is expected to be a high-stakes Senate race and because the nomination process has drawn criticism. The decision was announced…
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Nazi tattooed Graham Platner’s behavior is turning voters OFF the Democratic Party
A Daily Mail report claims that behaviour linked to Democratic figure Graham Platner, who has faced scrutiny after a tattoo resembling Nazi imagery came to light, is reportedly denting his standing and that of the Democratic Party among voters. The piece frames the episode as part of a wider narrative about controversies weighing on the…