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Prison isn't working for women, ministers say. Can it be fixed?
People with experience of the criminal justice system discuss how it can be reformed for female offenders.4 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
UK ‘resolutely committed’ to its overseas territories, says foreign minister
Stephen Doughty’s remarks come as Argentina vows to gain ‘full sovereignty’ of Falkland Islands. The UK is “resolutely committed” to all of its overseas territories, the responsible foreign ...11 hours ago - United Kingdom -
World - The Guardian
Child ‘trampled’ to death among fatalities on Channel boat, says French minister
Young child reportedly found on overcrowded boat trying to cross Channel, hours after G7 countries agree plan to combat smuggling gangs. A two-year-old child was crushed to death and three other ...13 hours ago -
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The NFL punter who doesn't punt
Jayden Daniels first took his jersey number.20 hours ago - NFL -
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Iranian foreign minister vows harsh retaliation if Israel strikes Iran
President Biden says he "doesn't know" whether Israel is holding up a peace deal to influence the U.S. elections. But in the meantime, the fighting rages on against Hamas to the south and Hezbollah ...Yesterday - Iran -
World - The New York Times
Iran’s Foreign Minister Conveys Support for Joint Cease-Fire in Lebanon and Gaza
Iran’s top diplomat appeared eager to convey Iran’s readiness to support a joint cease-fire in Lebanon and in Gaza — even as Iran’s supreme leader at home expressed readiness to fight Israel.Yesterday -
Business - Financial Times
US economy smashes expectations with 254,000 jobs added in September
Figure prompts traders to increase bets Federal Reserve will slow pace of interest rate cutsYesterday -
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Super Mario And Zelda Official T-Shirts Discounted For Prime Big Deal Days
With Prime Big Deal Days almost here, we're seeing quite a few early deals crop up head of the sale. One of the best early deals is for 20% off dozens of official Nintendo T-shirts featuring ...Yesterday -
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Keir Starmer defends Chagos Islands deal after Boris Johnson accuses Labour of ‘sheer political correctness’ – UK politics live
PM says deal ensures continuation of UK-US military base on the islands and has been welcomed with ‘warm words’ by US. Jonathan Powell, who was leading negotiations for the new government with ...Yesterday - United Kingdom -
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Starmer 'pleased' assisted dying vote will take place
The PM says his views are "well known" but he will look at the details of the bill.Yesterday -
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Malaysian billionaire hotelier charged in Singapore in relation to ex-minister's wrongdoings
A Malaysian billionaire hotelier who brought Formula One to Singapore has been charged for allegedly obstructing justice and abetting wrongdoings by a former Cabinet minister who was imprisoned a ...Yesterday -
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U.K. pub chain J.D. Wetherspoon now makes 38% of it sales from food
Wetherspoons chairman Tim Martin hit out at plans aimed at lowering U.K. alcohol consumptionYesterday -
World - The New York Times
The U.K. Has a More Working-Class Cabinet. It’s Still Seen as Out of Touch.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s top team contains more lawmakers from poor backgrounds, and fewer from elite schools, than any in recent memory. Voters haven’t noticed.Yesterday -
World - Financial Times
Singapore charges billionaire in gifts scandal involving ex-minister
Ong Beng Seng accused of abetting S Iswaran who was sentenced to a year in prison this weekYesterday -
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25 Best Early Prime Day Deals on Products We’ve Tested (2024)
Amazon’s Prime Day sale runs on October 8 and 9, but we’ve already spotted best-ever prices on products we’ve tested and loved.Yesterday -
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Israel’s offensive in Lebanon has displaced 1.2 million, prime minister says
Nearly one quarter of all Lebanese have been displaced by Israel’s military campaign there, the country’s caretaker prime minister said.Yesterday - Israel -
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Best PS5 Deals Ahead Of Prime Big Deal Days Sale At Amazon
We’re still a few days away from Prime Big Deal Days , but a ton of PS5 games, accessories, and other merch is on sale ahead of the popular event. That makes it a surprisingly good time to upgrade ...Yesterday -
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Best Nintendo Switch Console, Game, And Merch Deals Ahead Of Prime Big Deal Days
Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale, essentially Prime Day Round Two, runs October 8-9. While there's sure to be tons of great Nintendo Switch deals available those days, fans can already take ...Yesterday -
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Starmer is boxing himself in over Europe – and putting approval ratings above young people’s futures | Zoe Williams
The PM seems to think embracing youth mobility would make him look soft on migration. Perhaps he should grow a backbone. As Keir Starmer entered the room with Ursula von der Leyen for his first ...Yesterday -
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Falcons' Kirk Cousins makes history in clutch breakout vs. Buccaneers, continuing a new prime-time trend
The veteran quarterback isn't so shabby under the lights, after all2 days ago -
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Former Singapore minister is jailed for a year for receiving gifts in landmark case
A Singapore court sentenced a former minister to 12 months in prison in the first jailing of a former cabinet member in a city-state known for clean governance.2 days ago -
World - The New York Times
U.K. to Hand Over Chagos Islands to Mauritius, Ending Colonial-Era Dispute
After years of legal wrangling and negotiations, Britain said it would surrender sovereignty of the archipelago in the Indian Ocean.2 days ago - United Kingdom -
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Best Lego Deals At Amazon Ahead Of Prime Big Deal Days
Prime Big Deal Days officially run October 8-9, but you don’t have to wait until then to start saving. A ton of Lego sets are discounted ahead of the event, giving you a chance to score some of ...2 days ago -
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World - The New York Times
Russia, U.S. and Other Countries Are Evacuating Their Citizens from Lebanon
Several countries have chartered flights, while others issued warnings and offered assistance.2 days ago - Russia -
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The 'Prime Effect' is real at Colorado. How long will Deion Sanders stay is a lingering question
The arrival of Deion Sanders has turned Colorado football into a national program, a place where NFL prospects mingle with celebrities and everyone feels the love2 days ago -
World - The Wall Street Journal
Key U.S. Military Base Secured as U.K. Returns Disputed Islands to Mauritius
The British government struck a deal with Mauritius to hand over the cluster of 58 tiny islands in the Indian Ocean known as the Chagos archipelago.2 days ago -
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Malaysian and Pakistani prime ministers agree to boost trade and economic ties
The prime ministers of Malaysia and Pakistan have agreed to increase bilateral trade and boost economic ties after talks in Islamabad2 days ago - Pakistan -
World - The Guardian
Tories challenge other Labour ministers to follow Keir Starmer in paying back donations – UK politics live
The prime minister said he’d paid back £6,000 worth of gifts and hospitality, including Taylor Swift tickets and his wife’s rented clothing. In its the news release about the agreement to return ...2 days ago - United Kingdom -
World - The Guardian
Starmer repaid freebies to restore trust in politics, minister says
Sarah Jones suggests PM believes he should be held to higher standards now he is in government. UK politics live – latest updates Keir Starmer has repaid thousands of pounds in freebies to ...2 days ago -
World - Financial Times
New Japanese prime minister’s dovish comments rekindle yen carry trade
Currency falls after Ishiba says Japan’s economy is ‘not in an environment’ for further interest rate rises2 days ago - Japan