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So much for the ‘special relationship’! Ed Miliband becomes Britain’s top diplomat despite having branded Trump a ‘racist and misogynist’ and after he blocked strikes against Syria
Ed Miliband has been appointed Foreign Secretary in a reshuffle by new Prime Minister Andy Burnham, a move that raises eyebrows given Miliband’s past criticism of US President Donald Trump and his role in blocking military action against Syria. The appointment puts him at the centre of UK-US diplomacy despite previously branding Trump “racist” and…
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Variety Interview Studio Presented by Google TV Returns to San Diego
Variety’s Interview Studio, presented by Google TV, will return to San Diego on 24-25 July 2026, offering in-depth conversations with prominent film and television talent alongside an exclusive Nintendo gaming lounge. Dea Lawrence, Variety’s co-president and publisher, described the event as a “defining fixture” of the entertainment industry that unites the creative community, talent and…
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Lindsey Graham succession fight upended as Trump’s chosen successor jumps in
Senator Darline Graham has entered the special election for the South Carolina Senate seat previously held by her late brother, Lindsey Graham, after being urged to do so by President Donald Trump. Graham had been appointed to serve out the remainder of her brother’s term following his sudden death, and her decision to seek a…
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Canadian wildfires rage as Trump warns Carney again over ‘poisoning’ US air
US President Donald Trump has again warned Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney over wildfire smoke drifting into the United States, telling him during Sunday’s World Cup Final to bring the fires under control and suggesting Canada “should pay some damages” for the impact. The remarks escalate tension between the two countries after Trump threatened new…
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Europe’s ‘green ideology’ climate agenda risks crushing its industry, environment minister warns
Czech Environment Minister Igor Červený has warned that Europe risks crippling its own industrial base if it does not soften its aggressive climate agenda, cautioning that manufacturers are increasingly shifting production abroad. Speaking to Fox News Digital during his first visit to the United Nations, he argued that European leaders need to respond to voters…
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‘Stuart Fails to Save the Universe’ Limited Edition DC Comic Book, Experiential Space for Fans Planned for San Diego Comic-Con (EXCLUSIVE)
DC Comics and HBO Max are marking San Diego Comic-Con with a limited-edition comic book tied to “Stuart Fails to Save the Universe,” the new “Big Bang Theory” spinoff set in a comic book shop. The tie-in, revealed exclusively by Variety, features cover art from DC president and chief creative officer Jim Lee and colourist…
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Girl, 18, identified as victim found dead at $1.15m Boston home owned by woke Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley’s husband, as family share distressing details of her death
An 18-year-old woman, identified as Yoseliani Marte, was found dead at a $1.15 million property in Boston owned by the husband of US Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley. The case has drawn attention both because of the victim’s young age and the property’s connection to a prominent Democratic lawmaker, with her grieving family coming forward to share…
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Andy Burnham names John Healey as chancellor in first major reshuffle appointment – UK politics live
Andy Burnham has begun appointing his first Cabinet after being confirmed as UK prime minister, with John Healey named chancellor in the initial announcement of his reshuffle. The choice marks a significant shift, given Healey resigned as defence secretary last month in protest at Keir Starmer’s defence investment plan, arguing it fell short of what…
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Kevin Feige Feels Like a “Gigantic Loser and Failure” Over Blade Reboot
Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige has effectively confirmed that the long-gestating Blade reboot starring Mahershala Ali is dead, expressing regret that the project never came together. Speaking on Josh Horowitz’s Happy Sad Confused podcast, Feige said he felt like “a gigantic loser and failure” for failing to get the film off the ground, marking a…
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Three South Yorkshire MPs seen entering Downing Street as Andy Burnham picks new Cabinet
They were among the first to enter Number 10 on the Prime Minister’s first day