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Water firms could be sued over sewage after ruling
Owners of adjacent waterways or even members of the public could now bring action over sewage pollution. -
CNBC - Business
Polls set to close in landmark UK election as center-left Labour seeks return to power after 14 years
Polls are open from 7am to 10pm as the country elects a new parliament.United Kingdom -
Financial Times - World
The tipping point for UK water
A serious reset led by the next government is vital for an industry that delivers this human necessityUnited Kingdom -
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Apple accepts Epic Games Store for the E.U. after facing a public callout from the company
Apple has signed off on the Epic Games Store in the EU after the gaming company publicly complained that the tech giant had repeatedly rejected their application.Apple -
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Legal Conservatives’ Long Game: Amp Up Presidential Power but Kneecap Federal Agencies
Blockbuster decisions by the Supreme Court’s Republican-appointed supermajority — expanding one kind of executive branch authority while undercutting another — were no contradiction. -
The Hill - Politics
Labour Party poised to win UK government after 14 years of Conservative Party rule
The Labour Party is projected to win a landslide victory Thursday evening, ending 14 years of Conservative Party rule in the United Kingdom. Labour is on track to win 410 seats in the British House of Commons, a sizable margin above the 326 seats ...United Kingdom -
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Small Businesses Filing for Bankruptcy May Face Challenges as Government Program Expires
The rule had let small businesses with less than $2.75 million in debt file under Subchapter V. -
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Sykes Faces Challenge in Ohio as Black Democrats Push to Hold White Districts
Representative Emilia Sykes is one of only a few Black Democrats in Congress who don’t resemble most of their constituents, and whose political survival this year will help determine which party controls the House. -
The Hill - Politics
DC water confirmed safe to drink after precautionary boil water advisory
Water in Washington, D.C., has been confirmed safe to drink Thursday after the district faced a boil water advisory a day before. “All DC Water customers under the precautionary boil water advisory can use tap water for all purposes after it was ... -
The Guardian - World
Gündogan relishing Spain challenge after Germany lift nation’s mood
Hosts face Spain in quarter-final worthy of Euro 2024 finalSpain coach jokes of wanting to ‘tie down’ Toni KroosIlkay Gündogan believes Germany can look forward to their quarter-final against Spain “with a smile” having already changed the mood in ... -
The Hill - Politics
Heritage faces blowback after 'bloodless' revolution comment
The Heritage Foundation and its president, Kevin Roberts, are facing blowback in the wake of his comment about an ongoing second American revolution that will “remain bloodless if the left allows it to be.” President Biden’s campaign jumped on the ... -
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Shipping Companies Push Back Against Vessel Speed Rules Designed to Protect Whales
Shipping and commercial fishing companies say these rules, designed to protect whales, pose economic consequences -
Financial Times - Business
Starmer rules out UK rejoining EU single market in his lifetime
Labour leader’s stance is at odds with the opinion of many of his party’s votersUnited Kingdom -
Financial Times - Business
Katzenberg faces ire of Hollywood donors after Biden debate
Film mogul is central to president’s fundraising efforts but has been accused of concealing Biden’s conditionJoe Biden -
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White House weighs options after ruling on immunity as Democrats react with outrage
The White House is considering its options for a response to the Supreme Court's blockbuster ruling on immunity that handed Donald Trump a major victory, as President Joe Biden warns that an amoral future president could abuse those powers. -
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After immunity ruling, Trump’s hush money sentencing delayed
After the Supreme Court’s landmark immunity decision, the judge overseeing former President Donald Trump’s hush money trial in New York has postponed his sentencing that was scheduled for July 11, moving it to mid-September. NBC’s Laura Jarrett ... -
The Guardian - World
Trump would be free to obstruct justice in second term after immunity ruling
Supreme court decision means Trump could freely abuse “core” presidential functions without accountability. When the special counsel Robert Mueller testified to Congress in 2019 about the Russia investigation, he said he believed Donald Trump ...Donald Trump -
The Hill - Politics
Biden, critics fear emboldened Trump after Supreme Court immunity ruling
A Supreme Court decision giving presidents wide protection from facing charges after leaving office has sparked fears voiced by President Biden and Democratic critics that former President Trump will be further emboldened should he be elected to a ...Joe Biden -
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Trump asks judge to halt documents case after Supreme Court ruling
Former President Donald Trump and his legal team asked the federal judge overseeing the case involving his handling of sensitive documents to pause proceedings.Donald Trump -
The Guardian - World
Trump asks judge to gut classified documents case after immunity ruling
Filing asks Aileen Cannon to take scalpel to any charges considered ‘official’ acts that could not be prosecuted. Donald Trump moved on Friday to capitalize on the US supreme court’s decision to confer broad immunity to former presidents, asking ...Donald Trump -
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After Immunity Ruling, Trump Seeks Delay of Classified Documents Case
The former president’s lawyers asked to freeze nearly all proceedings while they sort out whether the Supreme Court decision applies to charges focused on actions after he left the White House.Donald Trump -
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Julian Nagelsmann calls for revision of handball rule after Germany defeat
Musiala shot hit Cucurella’s hand in 2-1 loss to Spain‘I told the players we didn’t deserve this’Julian Nagelsmann insisted that he did not feel that Germany had been robbed despite not being awarded a late penalty that might have seen them go ... -
The Guardian - World
What happens after polling day in the UK election?
When will the new prime minister take office and what happens during the first days of a new government?. UK general election live: latest updatesLive tracker: UK general election results 2024Voters went to the polls on Thursday to pass verdict on ...United Kingdom -
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Constellation Brands profit tops estimates and company backs guidance, offsetting slight sales miss
The brewer of Modelo Especial is still expecting sales to grow 6% to 7% in fiscal 2025. -
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Black farmers' association calls for Tractor Supply CEO's resignation after company cuts DEI efforts
The Black Farmers Association called for Tractor Supply CEO's resignation after the rural retailer announced that it would cut DEI and climate advocacy. -
Inc. - Business
Black Farmers' Group Calls for Tractor Supply CEO's Resignation After Company Cuts DEI Efforts
The 130,000-member group repeatedly sought discussions with the rural retailer's chief, Hal Lawton, over its response to conservative activists' criticism. -
The Guardian - World
‘Rachel Reeves becomes UK’s first female chancellor; former Tory chair says party faces ‘oblivion’ – election live
Rachel Reeves becomes first woman to hold post in 800-years as Angela Rayner named secretary of state for levelling up. UK general election results 2024: live trackerHow Labour did it: inside the campaign that led to ‘Starmergeddon’Clive Myrie is ... -
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Exit poll suggests Labour wins huge majority in UK election, riding wave of frustration with Conservatives’ 14-year rule
Exit poll suggests Labour wins huge majority in UK election, riding wave of frustration with Conservatives’ 14-year ruleUnited Kingdom -
The Guardian - World
After our first cold water swim our teeth chatter and hands ache – and I imagine the spirit of Mum not far away | Nova Weetman
We’ve been back twice a week since that first morning. It’s still freezing and we’re still slow, but the shock of it has gone. Get our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastWhen my mum died in 2012, I found a box of her ... -
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British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak says opposition Labour Party has won the UK election as his Conservatives face a rout
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak says opposition Labour Party has won the UK election as his Conservatives face a routUnited Kingdom -
The Guardian - World
Voter turnout at general election was lowest since 2001 – politics live
Keir Starmer ‘restless for change’ as he vows to take action on prisons on first full day as PM. UK general election results 2024: live trackerEducation spokesperson for the Liberal Democrats, Munira Wilson, acknowledged the party benefited from ... -
Financial Times - World
UK tax authority accused of ‘pattern of costly mistakes’ after latest bungle
Case was recently thrown out after HMRC missed court deadlineUnited Kingdom -
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Farage vows to change politics forever as Reform wins fifth seat
Winning five MPs is the first step in “mass movement across the country”, Mr Farage says. -
Financial Times - Business
Starmer enters Downing Street as UK prime minister after historic victory
New leader names Rachel Reeves as first female chancellorUnited Kingdom -
Financial Times - World
UK stands out for its stability after election landslide, say investors
Calm in Britain’s financial markets following Labour victory contrasts with turmoil elsewhere in EuropeUnited Kingdom -
The Guardian - World
After the UK general election, is it really the end of the Tory story? | Fiona Katauskas
They’ve left so much to remember them by. See more of Fiona Katauskas’s cartoons here Continue reading...United Kingdom -
Financial Times - World
UK housebuilder stocks rally after Labour election landslide
Keir Starmer’s party has promised to deliver 1.5mn new homes over five yearsUnited Kingdom -
Financial Times - Business
Investors welcome more ‘boring’ UK after landslide win
Market insouciance to electoral result is the greatest form of flattery for StarmerUnited Kingdom -
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Mortgage costs 'biggest challenge' for homeowners
The UK's biggest mortgage lender says the housing market remains "delicately balanced".