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Live updates: US retaliates against Iran; CDC, Labor nominees face Senate panel vote
The article itself was unavailable, so no verified account of events can be provided. Its headline indicates live coverage of a US retaliation against Iran and Senate panel votes concerning nominees for the CDC and Labour Department, developments that could affect foreign policy and domestic public-health and employment leadership. No further details, dates, locations, casualty…
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Only the Middle East crisis is preventing a drop in UK interest rates
The Bank of England has kept UK interest rates at 3.75%, with the Middle East conflict seen as the main obstacle to a cut. Policymakers believe domestic inflationary pressures are largely subdued, but fear prolonged higher oil and transport costs could rekindle inflation and prompt businesses and workers to raise prices and wage demands. Consumer…
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Howe going as spending rules bite – troubles for Newcastle’s Saudi owners
Eddie Howe has left Newcastle United after a disappointing Premier League campaign and a transfer window shaped by the need to sell players, with Matthias Jaissle reportedly set to replace him. The departure raises questions about whether the club’s Saudi-backed owners can still deliver their ambition of making Newcastle one of the world’s leading clubs…
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Salman Rushdie attacker convicted of federal terrorism charges, motivated by Iranian fatwa
Hadi Matar has been convicted of federal terrorism charges for stabbing author Salman Rushdie at a public event in western New York in 2022. Prosecutors said the attack was intended to carry out Iran’s longstanding fatwa against Rushdie over *The Satanic Verses*, underscoring the continuing reach of threats linked to the novel. A jury found…
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Fetterman unloads on reporter from ‘trash’ anti-Israel outlet, asks why it loves ‘Hamas and Iran’
US Senator John Fetterman criticised a reporter from Drop Site News, describing the outlet as “trash” and accusing it of being hostile to Israel. The exchange reflects Fetterman’s increasingly outspoken defence of Israel and his criticism of parts of the media and Democratic coalition that take a more critical view of Israeli policy. Fetterman, a…
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Trump’s warning becomes reality after Iran’s failed attack and more top headlines
Fox News First’s morning newsletter leads with a report that Donald Trump’s warning to Iran had become reality after what it describes as a failed Iranian attack. The edition also highlights calls for Anthony Fauci to face possible jail time and reports on former Democratic staffers and diversity, equity and inclusion figures influencing Smithsonian leadership.…
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Moment pro-Palestine activist firebombs McDonald’s, Starbucks and BBC offices as she faces prison for violent anti-Israel campaign in town
Martha Goddard, 51, has been convicted of damaging a McDonald’s, two Starbucks premises and a BBC office in Norwich during a five-month campaign of anti-Israel protests. She used homemade incendiary devices and left pro-Palestinian posters at the sites; the case matters because the attacks caused significant damage and involved explosive substances. Police linked Goddard to…
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San Sebastian Sets 2026 New Directors Lineup
San Sebastian Film Festival has announced the filmmakers selected for its 2026 New Directors programme, which showcases first and second feature films and runs from 18 to 26 September. The sidebar will bring together emerging directors from 13 countries, underlining the festival’s role in introducing international new talent. Jaime Lorente’s Spanish debut The Bad Son…
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Trump retaliates after Iran attack as expert warns regime is growing more dangerous
The United States resumed airstrikes inside Iran after what it described as Tehran’s attempted surprise ballistic-missile attack on American forces in the Middle East. The response marks a renewed escalation in tensions, while an Iran expert warned that the government may be increasingly prepared to challenge Washington despite weakened military capabilities. US Central Command said…
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SEE IT: GOP senator flips script on agitators tied to pro-CCP, Singham network
Republican Senator Rick Scott was confronted by CODEPINK activists who criticised his positions on the war in Iran, Gaza and US sanctions on Cuba. The encounter matters because it highlights the continuing public pressure on US politicians over foreign policy, as well as scrutiny of activist groups’ funding and international links. Fox News described CODEPINK…