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TV tonight: Simon Pegg’s cyber-thriller The Undeclared War returns
Channel 4’s espionage drama The Undeclared War returns for a second season tonight, continuing Peter Kosminsky’s cyber-thriller starring Simon Pegg as GCHQ director of operations Danny Patrick. The series explores the fraught world of intelligence and cybersecurity, and its return is notable for expanding both its plot and its cast, deepening the personal and political…
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Burnham becomes prime minister as Starmer resigns, Trump pledges support
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10 classic rock albums from the 70s that unintentionally paved the way for heavy metal in the 80s
This Louder Sound feature traces the roots of 1980s heavy metal back to a set of 1970s classic rock albums, arguing that the genre’s key sounds—heavy riffing, fantastical lyricism and proto-metal energy—emerged unintentionally from bands operating in the glam and progressive rock scenes of the earlier decade. The piece highlights how personnel and musical ideas…
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Satisfying moment Aussie tourist unloads at a tosser for dumping rubbish at a world-famous lookout: ‘Shame on you’
An Australian tourist has been praised online after confronting another visitor caught dumping rubbish at a well-known scenic lookout in Indonesia, telling them “shame on you” in a video that has since circulated widely. The clip shows the Australian calling out the litterer’s behaviour directly, striking a chord with viewers frustrated by tourists who disrespect…
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Councils recognised for safety improvements on dangerous A-road
Sandwell Council has received the Road Safety Foundation’s Exemplary Urban Scheme Award for improvements to the A4030 through Smethwick and Bearwood. The recognition highlights an evidence-led approach to reducing risks on a busy urban route, particularly for pedestrians and cyclists, and is intended to support safer travel and neighbourhoods. The £750,000 government-funded scheme introduced upgraded…
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Tropical Storm Bertha threatens US Gulf coast
Tropical Storm Bertha is moving through the US Gulf of Mexico and is expected to bring heavy rain and a life-threatening storm surge to the south-eastern United States, according to the National Hurricane Center. The storm could cause flooding across Alabama, Florida, Louisiana and Mississippi as it tracks west towards Texas, prompting watches and preparations,…
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Darline Graham focuses on kitchen-table issues as she announces full-term Senate bid
Senator Darline Graham, the South Carolina Republican who took over her late brother Lindsey Graham’s Senate seat, has confirmed she will stand for a full term, framing her campaign around everyday “kitchen-table” concerns for voters. She made the announcement during an exclusive interview with Fox News’ “Hannity”, in which she also reflected on her brother’s…
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Donald Trump to impose 50% tariff on most Canadian goods, White House says
Donald Trump is to impose a 50% tariff on most Canadian goods, the White House announced, accusing Canada of unfairly discriminating against American cars, alcohol and dairy products. The move, likely to trigger fresh economic turmoil and raise inflation risks, marks a sharp escalation in tensions between the two closely linked economies and comes after…
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Incredible moment boy, 12, risks dangerous climb to rescue puppy stranded on apartment ledge
A 12-year-old boy has been praised after climbing to a dangerous height on an apartment building to rescue a puppy that had become stranded on a ledge. Footage of the daring, unaided climb has drawn comparisons to Spider-Man and highlighted both the boy’s bravery and the risks bystanders sometimes take to save animals in distress.…
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Trump says first call with new UK PM Burnham went ‘very well,’ pledges US support
US President Donald Trump has said his first phone call with new UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham went “very good” shortly after Burnham took office, and pledged continued American support for Britain. The exchange marks the start of the working relationship between the two leaders, with attention on the special relationship given Burnham’s past criticisms…