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AP PHOTOS: Voters will deliver judgment on Conservative government in UK national election
Voters in the United Kingdom will cast ballots in a national election on Thursday, passing judgment on British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s 20 months in office — and the four Conservative prime ministers before him. Polls, commentators and ...United Kingdom -
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AP PHOTOS: Madrid hosts high heels race to celebrate Pride Week
Participants delighted the crowds as they raced in high heels through Madrid’s Chueca neighborhood during Pride Week. In the heart of the city’s gay district, competitors in vibrant footwear elicited cheers and applause as they crossed the finish ... -
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AP PHOTOS: Madrid hosts high heels race to celebrate Pride Week
Participants delighted the crowds as they raced in high heels through Madrid’s Chueca neighborhood during Pride Week. In the heart of the city’s gay district, competitors in vibrant footwear elicited cheers and applause as they crossed the finish ... -
BBC News - Top stories
England camp look back on childhood photos
BBC Sport shows the England camp photos from their childhood football teams and asks what they would say to their younger selves? -
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Americans are split over whether Trump should face prison in the hush money case, AP-NORC poll finds
Americans are about evenly split on whether former President Donald Trump should face prison time for his recent felony conviction on hush money charges, according to a new poll from the AP-NORC Center for Public Affairs ResearchDonald Trump -
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From hot dogs to Uncle Sam: Fourth of July celebrations from around the country
Photos from across the country of Fourth of July events and parades marking 248 years since the Declaration of Independence. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
'Alexander at the End of the World' Review: Empire in the East
With the conquest of Asia, Alexander added pomp to cruelty. His was a multicultural royal court. -
Inc. - Business
Echoes of the Dot-Com Bubble Haunt AI-Driven Stock Market
It's beginning to look a little too much like 2000 for some investors' comfort, as big AI names dominate key stock indexes. -
ABC News - World
AP Week in Pictures: Latin America and Caribbean
June 28-July 4, 2024 Hurricane Beryl powered through the Caribbean on its way to Mexico. Guatemala marked its army's 153rd anniversary. Campaigns opened in Venezuela with political rallies ahead of the July 28 election. Brazil soccer fans watched ... -
CBS News - Top stories
A closer look at the National Archives
"CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell and "60 Minutes" have spent the last few months going inside the National Archives, learning about the agency that holds not only the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. ... -
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How other countries mark independence from Britain
America isn't the only country that celebrates independence from Britain.United Kingdom -
GameSpot - Tech
How To Find Cherry Blossom In Minecraft
If you're looking to truly make your house or structure stand out in Minecraft, then you want to go with Cherry Blossom wood for the design. However, Cherry Blossom trees are extremely rare and only spawn in their own specific biome. Below, you ... -
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Nearly 100 beaches across the country are closed or have swimming advisories
Officials in at least 10 states have closed beaches or warned people not to swim in the water due to high bacteria levels ahead of the Fourth of July holiday. -
ESPN - Sports
The dual-national dilemma: How Mexican Americans choose which country to represent
U.S. or Mexico? Dual nationals talk about the "life-changing decision" of which country to represent at World Cups and Copa Américas. -
CNBC - Business
Dream of moving abroad? This Central American destination is the No. 1 country for expats
Some 82% of foreigners in this Central American country say they're happy with their lives abroad. -
The Guardian - World
Running the country while choosing the curtains: how new PMs move in to No 10
Compared with other countries, the speed at which Downing Street changes hands is unusual – and can be brutal. General election 2024: live newsUK general election results live trackerIt’s one of life’s most stressful challenges, but not many do it ... -
The Guardian - World
The Guardian view on Labour’s landslide: becoming the change the country needs | Editorial
Sir Keir Starmer has the Commons strength to be daring. That means fulfilling hopes he did little to excite. “We ran as a changed Labour party,” declared Sir Keir Starmer on Friday morning, shortly after Rishi Sunak publicly conceded defeat, “and ... -
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Japan partners with Cambodia to share demining knowledge with Ukraine, other countries
Japan’s foreign minister has announced a joint project with Cambodia to share knowledge and technology on land mine removal with countries around the world, including UkraineUkraine -
CNBC - Business
This is the most affordable country for expats in 2024, according to a new report
Vietnam was ranked No. 1 in terms of personal finances for expats, according to InterNation's Expat Insider 2024 report. -
CBS News - Top stories
What to look for in the U.S. government's June jobs report
Forecasters expect job numbers on Friday to show slower hiring in June, clearing the way for the Fed to cut interest rates later this year. -
The New York Times - Business
On ‘Hard Fork,’ a Hard Look at the Future of Technology
Kevin Roose and Casey Newton reflect on the success of their podcast and look toward what’s next. -
ESPN - Sports
Boone: Grisham's fielding hustle lapse 'a bad look'
Yankees manager Aaron Boone spoke to Trent Grisham over the center fielder's failure to hustle in the ninth inning of an 8-4 loss to the Cincinnati Reds and said it was "a bad look." -
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A look at how smokejumpers parachute in to fight fires
When wildfires rage in areas that can't be accessed by road, smokejumpers are called in. These teams parachute in to dangerous areas to fight the blazes. Itay Hod takes a look at how they do it. -
The New York Times - Science
Bigheaded Salamander-like Fossil Turns Up in a Place No One Expected it
An ancient aquatic predator resembling a giant salamander turned up in an African fossil deposit, suggesting unwritten chapters of how animals moved onto land. -
BBC News - Top stories
Who can I vote for in the general election?
Find out which constituency you are in, who you can vote for and where you can vote using our postcode search. -
NBC News - Top stories
Australian police find remains of girl attacked by a crocodile
Police in northern Australia said Thursday they had found the remains of a 12-year-old girl who was reportedly snatched by a crocodile earlier this week. -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Power Slap Finds Fans Amid Controversy
The team behind the Ultimate Fighting Championship is betting big on Power Slap, a new and extremely dangerous competition with many detractors. -
ABC News - Entertainment
The best concerts of 2024 so far: AP’s picks include Olivia Rodrigo, Bad Bunny, George Strait, SZA
As The Associated Press’ music writer, Maria Sherman has seen more than 40 concerts during the first half of 2024 -
ABC News - Sports
LeBron James agrees to a 2-year extension with the Los Angeles Lakers, AP source says
LeBron James is coming back for a record-tying 22nd season in the NBA, one in which the league’s all-time scoring leader could share the floor with his son Bronny as teammates with the Los Angeles LakersNBA -
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Buddy Hield is traded to the Warriors from the 76ers, AP source says, as busy offseason continues
Buddy Hield played in 632 regular-season games and established himself as one of the top 3-point shooters in the NBA before he finally played a postseason game -
ABC News - Sports
Franz Wagner, Magic agree to 5-year extension, largest contract in club history, AP source says
A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that forward Franz Wagner has agreed to the largest contract in Orlando Magic history, a five-year extension that will be worth at least $224 million -
ABC News - Sports
76ers add free-agent postseason star Caleb Martin from Miami, AP source says
The Philadelphia 76ers continued to build around their star trio of Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and Paul George with the addition of free-agent forward Caleb Martin -
BBC News - Top stories
Tennis, flags and fire: Photos of the week
A selection of striking news photographs taken around the world this week. -
Financial Times - Business
Oil prices rally as peak driving season gets under way
Brent crude has risen about $10 a barrel since early June as US stockpiles dwindle -
BBC News - Top stories
Leaders make final pitches ahead of polling day
Leaders have been touring the country in a frantic day of campaigning ahead of Thursday's election. -
GameSpot - Tech
All The Lego Sets On Sale Ahead Of Prime Day
Prime Day 2024 officially runs July 16-17, but plenty of Lego sets are on sale ahead of the popular shopping holiday. So while we're expecting some pretty great Lego Prime Day deals, these price cuts are mighty enticing for anyone searching for a ... -
ESPN - Sports
Mbappé lauds 'unique' Ronaldo ahead of QF clash
Kylian Mbappé has praised Cristiano Ronaldo as "unique" ahead of France's quarterfinal clash with Portugal on Friday, adding that he and the 39-year-old stay in contact regularly. -
CBS News - Top stories
Voters sound off on inflation ahead of 2024 election
Many Americans say for the last couple of years, their finances either haven't changed or have gotten worse, according to CBS News polling. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto spoke with George Fleur, a landscaper ... -
BBC News - Top stories
Fifty violent attacks shock France ahead of crunch vote
The interior minister says 51 candidates and activists have been targeted ahead of Sunday's election.