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Tech firms had 'enough time' says Nandy, ahead of social media announcement
The prime minister is expected to announce measures on protecting teenagers online on Monday.
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Cabinet ministers asked to look for cuts to fund UK defence spending increase
Lisa Nandy says discussions are taking place about how to ‘keep this country safe’ after John Healey’s resignation UK politics liv…
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UK forces board sanctioned Russian oil tanker in English Channel for the first time, says Keir Starmer - UK politics live
Prime minister says British armed forces intercepted a Russian shadow fleet vessel in the early hours of Sunday morning Good morni…
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Romania president taps new PM to form government
Adrian Vestea, 52, is a leader of the Liberal party
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Trump says US-Iran deal to be signed Sunday, Hormuz to open after
"Technical level talks" are expected to follow next week, a Pakistani official said
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Britain intercepts Russian shadow fleet tanker
The shadow fleet is responsible for carrying 75% of Russia’s sanctioned oil
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Swiss head to polls in divisive anti-immigration vote
The Swiss will also vote on a bill to make civilian service less accessible
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Make platforms that promote violent content pay towards riot costs, Streeting says
Exclusive: Former minister calls for urgent action against companies such as X that allow incitement to violence Wes Streeting has…
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Illegal dump becomes ‘symbol of north-south divide’ at heart of Makerfield byelection
Failure to clear up rotting, rat-infested site is a key issue for local people as they weigh up politicians’ promises A mountain o…
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Europe’s obsession with Israel
Israel should not be beyond examination. But applying different standards to different actors undermines the EU's claim to be an i…
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Jarvis says Labour must 'meet the moment' on defence spending
The new defence secretary tells the Sunday Telegraph he is determined to ensure the military gets "what they need".
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UK and Japan set to agree investment deal worth £18bn
Keir Starmer says commercial and government agreements will create tens of thousands of jobs and drive developments The UK and Jap…
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UK government announces £132.5m after-school clubs package
Funding for extracurricular activities comes as ministers prepare to introduce social media restrictions for under-16s The governm…
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Resident doctors cancel strike after new offer from government
The walkout had been due to start at 07:00 BST on Monday and last all week.
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Trump announces Iran peace deal could be signed on Sunday
Ahead of the G7 summit in Évian, Trump announced a US-Iran peace deal could be signed Sunday—reopening the Strait of Hormuz—though…
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Molly Russell's dad says PM rushing social media restrictions 'deplorable'
Father of a teenager who took her own life after viewing harmful content says plans appear to have been brought forward for a "pol…
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MPs call for end to real estate event over fear it pushes sale of Israeli settlements
More than 100 UK lawmakers urge government to cancel London event, warning it is linked to land ‘stolen from Palestinians’ More th…
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Healey wanted UK to join global defence bank, BBC told
Allies of the former defence secretary claim the Treasury tried to shut down the idea.
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Revealed: DWP still allowing unpaid carers to run up debts despite being told about overpayments
Chris Farrell was given benefit for six months despite his repeated requests for payments to stop A former unpaid carer has urged …
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Trump to participate in G7 working session with Zelenskyy: official
Europeans will want to issue a united message of support for Ukraine
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US decision to block Mythos access fuels European calls for sovereignty
French presidential hopeful Gabriel Attal said it shows "the AI war has already begun"
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The case for Labour to introduce a wealth tax has never been stronger | Phillip Inman
A 2% levy on fortunes above £100m – with no exemptions – could begin to reverse decades of rising inequality Andy Burnham and Wes …
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Swiss voters set to vote on capping population at 10 million
Swiss voters will decide Sunday on an SVP-backed cap on population growth, which polls suggest will narrowly fail amid warnings it…
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Trump’s World Cup is a low point – even after Qatar and Russia
After four years of waiting, the World Cup has finally arrived. For us football fans, it is a very captivating month. Sadly, the c…