Despite the boost, Mr Burnham is still set to face a vast number of difficult decisions, including filling a black hole in the government’s defence plans worth up to £15bn

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/andy-burnham-iran-war-economy-public-finances-b3007395.html

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Police say videos show Bengaluru creche workers locking toddlers inside washing machines to frighten them and hosing them down with toilet jet sprays

https://www.independent.co.uk/asia/india/bengaluru-capgemini-creche-kids-washing-machine-b3007336.html

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Loud explosions shook the Ukrainian capital for hours during the night, with many people sheltering in subway stations after authorities issued air raid warnings.

https://globalnews.ca/news/11949853/russian-attack-kyiv-17-killed-ukraine-attacks-russia-oil/

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An 11-year-old boy crashed a pickup truck into a group of monks on a pilgrimage walk in northeastern Thailand on Thursday, killing eight, officials said.

https://nypost.com/2026/07/02/world-news/eight-monks-killed-on-pilgrimage-in-thailand-after-truck-driven-by-boy-11-crashes-into-them/

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Iran’s joint military command has warned that all oil tankers moving through the Strait of Hormuz must use its approved routes or face a ‘forceful response’

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/middle-east/strait-of-hormuz-iran-oil-tankers-b3007491.html

Catholic Schools NSW CEO Dallas McInerney stood aside from his position a day after the corruption watchdog revealed it was investigating whether he signed off on illegal political donations.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/national/nsw/catholic-schools-chief-at-centre-of-icac-investigation-steps-aside-20260702-p60c23.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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Cabo Verde's destiny at the World Cup is sealed after a 0-0 draw against Saudi Arabia.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/sport/soccer/historic-moment-for-tiny-island-nation-20260627-p60ali.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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The expandable 40x30x20cm cabin bag is designed for underseat travel and could help cut Ryanair and easyJet baggage costs on short-haul trips

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A wild crowd roars Mexico to victory over Ecuador and into the last 16 at the World Cup.

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/soccer/wild-crowd-roars-mexico-to-victory-20260701-p60bt3.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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Brazil come from behind to beat Japan 2-1 in a World Cup thriller.

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/soccer/brazil-come-from-behind-in-thriller-20260630-p60b7e.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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Kiekviena diena atneša naujų galimybių, iššūkių ir netikėtų posūkių. Žvaigždės gali padėti geriau suprasti nuotaikas, sprendimus ir aplinkybes, su kuriomis susidursite šiandien. Sužinokite, ką jums žada dienos horoskopas ir kaip palankiausiai išnaudoti šios dienos energiją. ✨ AVINAS Šiandien viduje jausite daugiau stabilumo nei pastarosiomis dienomis. Mintys lengviau kryps į praktinius sprendimus. Gali atsirasti proga užbaigti […]The post Astrologinė prognozė liepos 2-ai, ketvirtadieniui appeared first on Sekunde.lt.

https://sekunde.lt/astrologine-prognoze-liepos-2-ai-ketvirtadieniui/

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Kylian Mbappe's France take Sweden apart in a 3-0 round-of-32 World Cup win.

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/soccer/mbappes-france-take-sweden-apart-20260701-p60boz.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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Morocco beat the Netherlands in a penalty shootout after the match finished 1-1 to advance to the Round of 16.

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/soccer/morocco-send-netherlands-home-in-shock-result-20260630-p60bga.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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The USA march on to the World Cup round-of-16 despite a red card to goal scorer Folarin Balogun against Bosnia and Herzegovina.

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/soccer/usa-march-on-despite-red-card-20260702-p60c2i.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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Everything the Islanders did was aimed not at building a playoff-contending roster for next season, but a Cup-contending roster in 2028 and beyond.

https://nypost.com/2026/07/01/sports/islanders-future-plan-comes-into-full-focus-after-not-signing-anders-lee/

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Whether it’s a city break, a beach holiday or a weekend away, finding the right fragrance can be just as important as the right outfit - and one affordable Boots launch could be worth making room for in your luggage.

https://www.peterboroughtoday.co.uk/recommended/the-affordable-new-unisex-fragrance-worth-packing-hand-luggage-summer-holiday-8772314

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The two were atop the 1,454 ft (443 m) building for at least ten minutes and displayed a large banner before climbing down.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cz75gz79pl2o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

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“It doesn’t stop with this ride - it starts with this ride”

https://www.thestar.co.uk/news/people/devoted-dad-of-son-born-with-life-altering-condition-to-cycle-200-miles-to-thank-sheffield-hospital-8771432

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Some recruiting wins make a whole fan base groan and Michigan just pulled that off. For weeks, the buzz around CB Monsanna Torbert Jr. suggested Ohio State was in prime position. The Buckeyes had momentum, the official visit went well, and landing one of the best defensive players in their own backyard felt like the […]The post Michigan Steals Ohio State’s Elite In-State CB Target appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/ncaa-college-football-news-michigan-steals-ohio-states-elite-in-state-cb-target-monsanna-torbert/

Manel Kape has no problem if he ends up face-to-face with Sean Strickland again. Just days after the two UFC stars clashed on social media, ‘Starboy’ has assured that no bad blood will stop them from training at the same gym or seeing each other in Las Vegas. Speaking with MMA Fighting, the flyweight contender […]The post Manel Kape Not Worried About Crossing Paths With Sean Strickland After Ali Abdelaziz Backstage Altercation appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/ufc-mma-news-manel-kape-not-worried-about-crossing-paths-with-sean-strickland-after-ali-abdelaziz-backstage-altercation/

The former Sydney Theatre Company co-artistic director fiction debut is a richly imagined tale.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/culture/books/can-an-animal-fable-still-work-after-animal-farm-andrew-upton-gives-it-a-go-20260609-p6052r.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

A hotel in Lancelin in Western Australia is at risk of being washed away as coastal erosion threatens to swallow part of the building.

https://www.theage.com.au/national/wa-hotel-at-risk-of-being-washed-away-20260702-p60by9.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

The Australian sharemarket has retreated at the open while drops for some influential technology stocks pulled Wall Street lower overnight.

https://www.theage.com.au/business/markets/asx-set-to-slide-tech-stocks-weigh-down-wall-street-20260702-p60but.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

WEST SACRAMENTO — Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts was scratched from the team’s lineup for Wednesday’s game against the Athletics shortly before first pitch. Mookie Betts belts a solo homer in the first inning of the Dodgers’ loss to the Padres. The reason for his removal, or the severity of any potential injury, was not immediately...

https://nypost.com/2026/07/01/sports/dodgers-remove-mookie-betts-from-starting-lineup-for-unknown-reason/

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Qatari officials said envoys made "positive progress" during talks on Wednesday on issues related to the United States-Iran cease-fire agreement.

https://www.upi.com/Top_News/US/2026/07/01/iran-negotiations-talks-in-qatar/4641782912844/

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South Korea's defense chief urged commanders to complete key reviews and set a target year for wartime command transfer by the end of 2026.

https://www.upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2026/07/01/united-states-wartime-operational-control-ahn-gyu-back/6181782951176/

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The couple has been mum about their upcoming nuptials, but speculation has mounted about a multi-day celebration at Madison Square Garden.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c70yj1749j0o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

"[We should be telling Americans] the fight's not over. It's going to take a day or two — buckle up," Kellogg told The Post. "The American people are great about that ... if they explain it to them, they'll understand it."

https://nypost.com/2026/07/01/world-news/keith-kellogg-says-trump-should-brace-americans-for-round-two-with-iran-buckle-up/

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A former scout for the Titans was found guilty of murder and is now facing life in prison should a jury find that sentencing appropriate.

https://nypost.com/2026/07/01/sports/ex-titans-scout-blaise-taylor-found-guilty-of-murder/

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Under planned changes, blocks of 700 square metres zoned R20 and below would be able to be subdivided, a big drop from the 900 square metres currently required. 

https://www.theage.com.au/national/western-australia/r-code-overhaul-could-boost-wa-block-values-supercharge-density-20260702-p60bxh.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_national

Belgium completed one of the greatest comeback wins in World Cup history as they hit back from 2-0 down against a stunned Senegal to complete a last-gasp 3-2 victory in extra time. Trailing 2-0 on 86 minutes to fine finishes from Habib Diarra (25 39;) and Isma iuml;la Sarr (51 39;), Rudi Garcia 39;s side had been outplayed and outthoug .

https://www.modernghana.com/sports/1507087/2026-world-cup-belgium-break-senegal-hearts-with.html

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Belgium are through to the last 16 courtesy of a dramatic 3-2 victory against Senegal that included a controversial late penalty.

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/from-rocky-remake-to-the-last-16-at-the-world-cup-the-late-heroics-that-saved-belgium-20260702-p60byl.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport

Sixteen children from the same family who were rescued from a dilapidated home in rural Ohio were living in wretched conditions with human waste all around, confined to just one room over much of the past four years.

https://www.smh.com.au/world/ohio-house-of-horrors-where-sixteen-children-were-living-in-one-room-20260702-p60bzx.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_world

Netflix Inc. (NASDAQ: NFLX) shares climbed 3.8% to $74.14 on Wednesday, rebounding from near their 52-week low after acquisition speculation surrounding NBCUniversal was walked back. The Wall Street Journal reported that NBCUniversal was a broad Hollywood deal target rather than an imminent Netflix objective, helping reverse negative investor sentiment. The chain of events began on […]The post Netflix (NASDAQ: NFLX) Stock Price Surges Over 3% After Wall Street Journal Dismisses NBCUniversal Takeover Talk appeared first on Foreign Policy Journal.

https://www.foreignpolicyjournal.com/2026/07/01/netflix-nasdaq-nflx-stock-price-surges-over-3-after-wall-street-journal-dismisses-nbcuniversal-takeover-talk/

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With training camp arriving on 29th July for the Dallas Cowboys, the final 53-man roster speculations are in full swing. And with that, the stakes have risen for some veterans to show up like never before, or risk losing their roster spot. Franchise quarterback Dak Prescott had already outlined where tight end Luke Schoonmaker stands […]The post Dak Prescott Sends Blunt Message to Struggling Cowboys TE Entering Prove-It Season appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nfl-active-news-cowboys-dak-prescott-sends-blunt-message-to-struggling-cowboys-te-luke-schoonmaker-entering-prove-it-season/

Media personality and the Chief Executive Officer of De 39;lish Restaurant, Yaw Sakyi, has called for greater recognition of businesses that have demonstrated resilience and longevity, saying companies that have remained operational for more than two decades deserve to be celebrated for their immense contributions to Ghana 39;s economic develo .

https://www.modernghana.com/news/1507035/companies-that-survive-over-20-years-deserve-natio.html

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When Michael Ravbar was sacked as boss of the scandal-racked union’s Queensland branch, he was banned from working at other unions.

https://www.theage.com.au/national/watchdog-investigates-as-disgraced-cfmeu-boss-resurfaces-in-victorian-union-20260701-p60bkf.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_national

Professor David Millar has urged policymakers and development planners to focus on creating vibrant economic opportunities rather than merely constructing physical infrastructure, saying markets should be viewed as centres of economic transactions rather than simply buildings.

https://www.modernghana.com/news/1507061/prof-david-millar-urges-focus-on-economic-transac.html

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Professor David Millar has called for the redefinition of Ghana 39;s historical slave routes to better reflect their origins in northern Ghana, arguing that a more accurate account of history could strengthen tourism development and support the country 39;s reparation agenda.

https://www.modernghana.com/news/1507062/prof-david-millar-calls-for-redefining-slave-rout.html

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