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Fundamentals win the day, but none look likely to save Tories from defeat
How both main parties are positioning themselves in this long election campaignFinancial Times - World -
When an Eel Takes a Bite, Then an Octopus Might Lose an Arm but Take an Eye
Videos filmed by divers show that choking, blinding and sacrificing limbs are all in the cephalopods’ repertoire.The New York Times - Science -
Alleged ‘deal’ offer from Trump to big oil could save industry $110bn, study finds
Ex-president at Mar-a-Lago last month hosted more than 20 executives, including from Chevron, Exxon and Occidental. A “deal” allegedly offered by Donald Trump to big-oil executives as he sought $1bn in campaign donations could save the industry ...The Guardian - World - Donald Trump -
Albania installs British-funded cameras along its border to stem flow of migrants, criminal gangs
Albania has installed a “sophisticated” network of cameras along its border with Kosovo, supplied by the British government in an attempt to stem the number of migrants flowing into the United Kingdom and to track criminal activity in the region, ...ABC News - World -
England can cope without Anderson & Broad - Labuschagne
Australia batter Marnus Labuschagne believes England can cope without the experience of James Anderson and Stuart Board.BBC News - Top stories -
Wyatt's superb catch reduces Pakistan to 9-2
Follow text and radio commentary from the second T20 between England and Pakistan at the County Ground in Northampton.BBC News - Top stories - Pakistan -
England's Kane suffers injury scare on Euros' eve
England captain Harry Kane is struggling with a back injury less than a month out from the European Championship, with Bayern Munich manager Thomas Tuchel confirming he will miss the final game of the season.ESPN - Sports -
Teen who vanished 26 years ago rescued from neighbor's cellar
Local media reported that the victim said he had been unable to call out for help "because of a spell that his captor had cast on him."CBS News - World -
Boy, 5, who died in fall from block of flats named
The Met Police and Newham Council are both conducting investigations over Aalim Makail's death.BBC News - Top stories -
I got bitten by a feral cat — and the hospital copay wiped out my savings. I’m 50 with no kids. Should I cash out my $12,000 life-insurance policy?
“I am now in my 50s and have no family. I have no children and no siblings left.”MarketWatch - Business -
Thousands of children waiting too long for school support, BBC finds
Many councils in England are failing to meet legal deadlines to set out the extra help pupils need to access education.BBC News - Top stories -
Sciver-Brunt misses England T20 after egg-freezing
England’s Nat Sciver-Brunt reveals she missed the first T20 against Pakistan following egg-freezing treatment.BBC News - Top stories -
Company insolvencies jump; Royal Mail takeover would face security review; energy cap to fall in July – business live
Tesla’s chair discusses upcoming shareholder votes on relocating to Texas and Elon Musk’s $56bn pay deal. Rishi Sunak and Akshata Murty rise up rich list as fortune increases by £120mBritish asylum housing tycoon breaks into Sunday Times rich ...The Guardian - World -
Mortgage rates drop as markets bet on Bank of England cut
Fresh wave of competition among lenders could provide relief for homebuyers ahead of UK general electionFinancial Times - Business - Mortgage -
England v Pakistan: second women’s T20 international – live
England post 144-6 in second game of three at NorthamptonEmail Daniel with your thoughts on the match and seriesRight then. Maia Bouchier is taking guard. Waheeda Akhtar has the ball in her hand. We’re ready to go….. Really intersting chat on Sky ...The Guardian - World -
Teen who texted 911 rescued after she was trafficked to California from Mexico
In texts received in Spanish and translated to English, the girl tried to describe her location, though she did not know where she was. Authorities rescued a 17-year old girl after she was trafficked to Ventura county, California, from Mexico two ...The Guardian - World - California -
Child taken by floodwaters saved by a stranger
Hundreds were killed in recent flooding in Afghanistan, which saw homes swept away and roads destroyed.BBC News - Top stories -
Preakness Stakes 2024 predictions, picks, horses, odds, time: Best bets from expert who hit last year's winner
Gene Menez, who called National Treasure to win last year's Run for the Back-Eyed Susans, has made his picks and bets for the 149th Preakness Stakes on Saturday at Pimlico Race CourseCBS Sports - Sports -
British MPs are attacking abortion rights. We can’t follow the same path as the US | Hilary Freeman
My own traumatic experience shows why we must push back against those who try to chip away at our freedom of choice. As the criminal justice bill stumbles through parliament this week – beset by delays and controversies, and picking up amendments ...The Guardian - World - Abortion -
The 5 best smartphones under $500: Ring in the savings
Discover the best smartphones you can purchase outright for $500 or less.CBS News - Top stories -
How Denver saved Murray, unleashed Jokic and took control against Minnesota
The NBA's top defense stymied the MVP and the defending champs ... until it didn't. Here's how Minnesota fell dangerously behind in one of this postseason's most intriguing chess matches.ESPN - Sports -
The 6 best places to buy prescription glasses online in 2024 and save
Warby Parker, GlassesUSA, Zenni Optical, Roka and more: The 6 absolute best places to buy glasses online and saveCBS News - Top stories -
Here are some options to reduce taxes on your savings interest this year
Here's how to reduce income taxes on your savings interest amid rate uncertainty from the Federal Reserve.CNBC - Business