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Sunak exposed over NHS queues as Tory seats among UK’s worst areas
FT analysis underscores PM’s liability, with treatment lists twice as long as 2010 when the party came to powerFinancial Times - World - United Kingdom -
Sunak exposed over long NHS queues in Tory seats
FT analysis underscores PM’s liability, with treatment lists twice as long as 2010 when the party came to powerFinancial Times - Business - United Kingdom -
Middle East crisis live: US and other countries link ‘immediate ceasefire’ to hostages’ release
White House releases joint letter signed with 17 other countries saying such a deal would lead to the ‘credible end of hostilities’. Here are some of the scenes in Jerusalem, where people, including Israeli interior security minister Itamar ...The Guardian - World -
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TikTok reward-to-watch feature suspended after EU threats to block it
Service suspended in France and Spain amid safety and addiction concerns among children, in first use of new digital laws. A TikTok service offering rewards such as gift vouchers for watching videos has been suspended by the company shortly after ...The Guardian - World - Tiktok -
Mount Fuji view to be blocked as tourists overcrowd popular photo spot
Fujikawaguchiko town official says choice to erect huge barrier is ‘regrettable’ and last resort. A huge barrier to block views of Mount Fuji will be installed at a popular photo spot by Japanese authorities exasperated by crowds of badly behaved ...The Guardian - World -
Scotland worst in world for boys smoking cannabis - report
Nearly a quarter of boys aged 15 in Scotland said they had tried the Class B drug at some point.BBC News - Top stories -
Watch: How runaway horses caused chaos in London
Video shows Army horses running loose through the city, colliding with vehicles and causing havoc.BBC News - Top stories -
As it happened: London mayor hopefuls in BBC debate
Four of the candidates vying to become the city's mayor have taken part in a BBC London hustings.BBC News - Top stories -
Worst U.S. cities for air pollution ranked by lung association
This 2024 "State of the Air" report warns efforts to reduce emissions are undermined by extreme heat, drought and wildfires caused by climate change.CBS News - Top stories -
Jeff Bezos isn't a fan of 'time blocking'—here's what he does instead to boost his productivity
Jeff Bezos doesn't time block or stick to a strict schedule to be successful and productive. Instead, he allots however much time he needs for mind wandering.CNBC - Business -
Horses Run Loose Through Central London in Surreal Spectacle
A number of runaway army horses galloped through London on Wednesday morning, causing alarm and injuring pedestrians. All of the animals were eventually recovered.The New York Times - World -
Why Swifties have descended upon a small pub in London
Taylor Swift fans have found a way to feel "a little bit closer to" their hero at a London watering hole, and The Black Dog pub is lapping it up.CBS News - Entertainment -
Why Swifties have descended upon a small pub in London
Taylor Swift fans have found a way to feel "a little bit closer to" their hero at a London watering hole, and The Black Dog pub is lapping it up.CBS News - Top stories -
Why Swifties have descended upon a small pub in London
Taylor Swift fans have found a way to feel "a little bit closer to" their hero at a London watering hole, and The Black Dog pub is lapping it up.CBS News - World -
Stocks Fall After GDP, Inflation Data
Stocks and government bonds fell sharply after fresh data showed the U.S. economy slowed in the first quarter.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Middle East Crisis: U.S. and 17 Other Nations Call on Hamas to Release Hostages
“The fate of the hostages and the civilian population in Gaza, who are protected under international law, is of international concern,” the leaders said in a joint statement.The New York Times - World -
Pope Francis talks Ukraine, Middle East in exclusive interview
In an exclusive interview with "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O’Donnell, Pope Francis discusses the wars in Ukraine and Gaza and calls for negotiating peace.CBS News - Top stories - Ukraine -
Pope Francis talks Ukraine, Middle East in exclusive interview
In an exclusive interview with "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O’Donnell, Pope Francis discusses the wars in Ukraine and Gaza and calls for negotiating peace.CBS News - World - Ukraine -
Deadly Rains and Floods Sweep Cities Across East Africa
Downpours have killed at least 200 people and submerged homes and farms in Tanzania, Kenya and Burundi.The New York Times - World -
Wave of exceptionally hot weather scorches south and south-east Asia
Warnings of dangerous temperatures across parts of Philippines, Thailand, Bangladesh and India as hottest months of the year are made worse by El Niño. Millions of people across South and Southeast Asia are facing sweltering temperatures, with ...The Guardian - World -
Weather tracker: heavy rainfall causes flooding and death in east Africa
Rain in Kenya, Tanzania and Burundi has damaged farmland and infrastructure. Eastern Africa has experienced heavy rain in recent weeks, with Kenya, Tanzania and Burundi experiencing flooding. About 100,000 people have been displaced or otherwise ...The Guardian - World -
2024 NFL Worst Mock Draft Ever: First-round picks designed to anger every single NFL fan base
Will Brinson trolls his boat once againCBS Sports - Sports - NFL -
IBM’s stock heads toward its worst day since 2021 after earnings
IBM’s earnings showed continued AI momentum, though overall revenue came in a bit light.MarketWatch - Business -
UN report says 282M people faced acute hunger in 2023, with worst famine in Gaza
A new report says nearly 282 million people in 59 countries suffered from acute hunger in 2023, with war-torn Gaza hosting the largest number of people facing famineABC News - Health - United Nations -
Caterpillar’s stock is falling toward its worst day since 2020 after earnings
Caterpillar Inc. shares were dropping premarket after the company came up a bit short on first-quarter revenue as sales volumes declined.MarketWatch - Business -
Magic hand Cavaliers worst playoff loss in franchise history, win 121-83 to cut their deficit to 2-1
Paolo Banchero had 31 points and 14 rebounds, Jalen Suggs added 24 points and the Orlando Magic handed Cleveland the worst playoff loss in franchise history, winning 121-83 on Thursday night to cut the Cavaliers’ lead to 2-1 in their Eastern ...ABC News - Sports -
Lies, confections, distortions: how the right made London the most vilified place in Britain | Aditya Chakrabortty
Our capital has many problems, but it is time to push back against attacks from those who neither know nor understand it. I have been reading about the most abysmal place. It is a land where children, red-faced with their own radicalism, march ...The Guardian - World - United Kingdom -
2 military horses that broke free and ran loose across London are in serious condition
A U.K. government official says two riderless military horses that bolted and ran miles through the streets of London after being spooked by construction noise are in serious condition and required operationsABC News - World -
2 military horses that broke free and ran loose across London are in serious condition
A U.K. government official says two riderless military horses that bolted and ran miles through the streets of London after being spooked by construction noise are in serious condition after undergoing operationsABC News - Top stories -
2 of the 4 horses that broke free in central London had surgery, British Army says
Four horses -- and at least one of them soaked in blood -- caused chaos across central London on Wednesday morning after breaking free in Westminster, officials said.ABC News - Top stories -
Oil price could exceed $100 a barrel if Middle East conflict worsens, World Bank warns
Increase in cost of crude could drive inflation up and force central banks to keep interest rates high. • Business live – latest updates. A serious escalation of tensions in the Middle East would push the price of oil above $100 (£80) a barrel and ...The Guardian - World -
Middle East escalation could trigger oil price shock that fuels inflation, World Bank warns
Oil prices could rise to $102 per barrel if a major conflict in the Middle East breaks out involving one or more oil producers, according to the World Bank.CNBC - Business -
Middle East crisis live: Egyptian delegation due in Israel seeking to kickstart Gaza ceasefire talks, say reports
Israeli media reports planned visit, citing unnamed officials, in the wake of stalled talks mediated by Qatar, the US and Egypt. See all of our Israel-Gaza war coverageAl Jazeera is reporting that an Israeli airstrike on al-Wehda street in Gaza ...The Guardian - World - Israel -
Chinese woman charged in UK with criminal possession of crypto
Yadi Zhang made initial appearance at Westminster Magistrates Court on WednesdayFinancial Times - Business - United Kingdom -
UK imposes sustainable fuel targets on airlines
Move is expected to push up prices as aircraft switch to 10% blend of greener fuels by 2030Financial Times - World - United Kingdom -
Chinese woman charged in UK with criminal possession of crypto
Yadi Zhang made initial appearance at Westminster Magistrates Court on WednesdayFinancial Times - World - United Kingdom -
Chinese woman charged in UK with criminal possession of crypto
Yadi Zhang made initial appearance at Westminster Magistrates Court on WednesdayFinancial Times - World - United Kingdom -
Chinese woman charged in UK with criminal possession of crypto
Yadi Zhang made initial appearance at Westminster Magistrates Court on WednesdayFinancial Times - World - United Kingdom -
Deborah James's family call for cancer strategy
The journalist's family are urging the government to craft a plan to ensure earlier diagnosis of cancer.BBC News - Top stories