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Decisions made by governments and major institutions can shape international relations, travel and economic conditions. This topic brings together those developments and their consequences for people across the region.

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Fernandes left out – Man Utd hammered, Bournemouth brilliant – how they rated

  • Bournemouth won 3-0 at Old Trafford.
  • Fernandes was left on the bench throughout.
  • Goalkeeper Lammens’ error contributed to the third goal.

Bournemouth beat Manchester United 3-0 at Old Trafford, securing a third win there in four years and deepening United’s poor run of form. United captain Bruno Fernandes was left on the bench by manager Michael Carrick and was not brought on, while Bournemouth controlled much of the match…

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Here’s how much PlayStation Plus cost in 2010 vs. 2026

  • PlayStation Plus annual entry pricing rose from $50 to $80.
  • Sony introduced three subscription tiers in 2022.
  • Premium now costs $160 a year and includes retro game streaming.

PlayStation Plus has grown from a single-tier service offering monthly games and other perks into a three-tier subscription with online multiplayer, a catalogue of games and retro streaming. Its annual entry price has risen from $50 in 2010 to $80 in 2026, while subscriptions have become necessary for…

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Victorian red post box offered for £17,500 at Mayfair antiques fair

  • A rare 18-inch red post box is on sale for £17,500.
  • The 1875 box is thought to be one of only a handful in red.
  • It is among the antiques at Mayfair’s LAPADA Berkeley Square Fair.

An 18-inch red-painted Victorian post box, dating from 1875, is among the rare items for sale at the LAPADA Berkeley Square Fair in Mayfair. Its unusual colour and survival in such condition make it a notable attraction for collectors, as miniature country-house boxes were usually left unpainted. Dealer…

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The signs that China’s overweight, hard-drinking dictator could be seriously ill – and why the West should be worried: IAN WILLIAMS

  • Xi reportedly needed extended rest breaks during his Washington summit.
  • Past absences and a missed dinner have fuelled health rumours.
  • His health could matter because he has no clear successor.

US officials reportedly raised concerns about Xi Jinping’s physical condition after he required lengthy rest breaks during his recent Washington summit with Donald Trump. The episode matters because Xi holds exceptional power in China and has not named an obvious successor, so uncertainty about his health could have…

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Six Flags to add seat belts to roller coasters after Georgia rider’s death

  • Six Flags plans to add seat belts to coasters with similar restraints.
  • Nine rides remain closed while investigations and safety reviews continue.
  • The company has not announced a reopening timetable.

Six Flags is adding seat belts to Goliath and other roller coasters with similar lap restraints after 42-year-old Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem died when he was ejected from the Georgia ride. The change follows concerns about the restraints and comes as officials investigate how the fatal incident occurred.…

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Pulp on their full circle moment with the Mercury Prize and Brian Eno nearly throwing their prize money away

  • Pulp performed for War Child at the 2026 Mercury Prize.
  • They donated their £25,000 1996 prize to the original ‘Help’ album.
  • Brian Eno nearly threw away the cheque by mistake.

Pulp performed ‘Begging For Change’ at the 2026 Mercury Prize ceremony in Newcastle, representing ‘Help(2)’, a charity compilation supporting War Child. The appearance brought the band back to a cause linked to their 1996 Mercury win for ‘Different Class’, when they donated the £25,000 prize money to the…

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Australian auction sales fall below half as buyer confidence weakens

  • National auction sales fell below half of properties offered.
  • Clearance rates have dropped from over 70 per cent in February.
  • House prices fell a record 4.7 per cent in the quarter.

Fewer than half of Australian homes put up for auction sold over the past week, reflecting a sharp loss of buyer confidence as borrowing costs rise and lenders become more cautious. The downturn matters because house prices have fallen across every capital city for the first time in…

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Margot Robbie’s Neighbours scenes become AI microdrama without cast consultation

  • Robbie’s Neighbours storylines are being adapted into vertical phone episodes.
  • Former cast members say they were not consulted about the project.
  • The adaptation raises questions about consent and archive reuse.

Neighbours footage featuring Margot Robbie is being recut with AI into a mobile-first microdrama, prompting concern from former cast members who say they were not consulted. The project raises questions about consent and how television archives can be reused as new formats and AI tools reshape the industry.…

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Audi to build $4bn SUV plant in Georgia, creating 4,500 jobs

  • Audi plans a $4bn factory in Georgia.
  • The plant aims to make 200,000 SUVs and add 4,500 jobs.
  • Volkswagen faces tariffs, competition and major job cuts in Germany.

Audi will invest $4bn (£3bn) in its first US factory, in Macon, Georgia, where it plans to build large SUVs and create 4,500 jobs. The announcement, made alongside Donald Trump at a campaign rally, comes as Volkswagen faces US import tariffs and seeks to strengthen its position in…

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