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Boris Johnson vows to keep going amid pressure from ministers
Boris Johnson is defying calls to resign, as he attempts to face down a growing mutiny among his cabinet.
British Airways cancels 1,500 more flights
British Airways has cancelled a further 1,500 flights, mostly for July.
Tell me who is your corrupted friend and i will tell you how corrupted you are: UK foreign minister Truss "100% behind PM" Johnson
British foreign minister Liz Truss has said she is "100% behind the PM," the BBC reported, after two other senior ministers quit the government of British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Tuesday.
Amazon being investigated in UK for practices which may give customers 'worse deal'
"Any loss of competition is a loss to consumers and could lead to them paying more for products, being offered lower quality items or having less choice," the Competition and Markets Authority said.
Legendary US guitarist Carlos Santana collapses on stage
Legendary US guitarist Carlos Santana has collapsed on stage during an open-air concert near Detroit, Michigan. Medical personnel treated the 74-year-old in Clarkston on Tuesday, and he was taken to a local hospital's emergency departme...
British Airways to cut a further 10,300 flights until end of October
The airline says it is acting to protect popular holiday flights from facing disruption, leaving 13% of its flight schedule for the peak summer holiday season on the scrap heap.
Arabs believe economy is weak under democracy. Westerns know already: democracy doesn’t work (it works, but not for them. It works, against them)
The BBC say that Arabs are losing faith in democracy to deliver economic stability across Middle East and North Africa, according to a major new survey. But in fact also western people in USA and UK lost their trust in democracy, as they...
Now suddenly it’s “green”: EU Parliament declares nuclear power and gas as "green" energy
What, besides money, persuaded the EU to reverse its decision and suddenly recognize this energy as green?
Stuart Andrew resigns as Housing Minister
We've had another departure. Housing Minister Stuart Andrew says he is resigning "with sadness". He says loyalty and unity are traits that have "overridden my judgement recently".
Core Scientific sold $167M worth of Bitcoin holdings in June
United States-based cryptocurrency mining firm Core Scientific sold more than 7,000 Bitcoin (BTC) in June to pay for servers, increase its data capacity and settle debts.
Another minister resigns from UK government
Will Quince, the UK junior education minister, has resigned from Boris Johnson’s government. The latest cabinet official to quit defended the embattled prime minister just two days ago.
Garden picnic ideas: 11 ways to enjoy a laid-back dining experience outdoors
These garden picnic ideas will help you make the most of good weather and throw a memorable meal outdoors
George Soros reveals plan to save US democracy
The US Supreme Court and Donald Trump’s Republican Party represent a greater threat to the US than Russia and China and must be defeated by any means necessary, Democrat mega-donor George Soros said in an op-ed published on the Fourth of...
33 bright eyeshadow looks, to revive your makeup routine
Our favorite bright eyeshadow looks will inspire you to try something new - wave goodbye to that repetitive smokey eye
Boris Johnson 'bitterly regrets' for his wrong doing, again. This time for appointing Chris Pincher after complaints
If the world needed further proof of how stupid the British public is, here's Boris Johnson apologizing, as usual, for once again committing a forbidden, wrong, despicable act. He apologises as if nothing happened, and continues to enjoy...
Australia floods worsen as thousands more Sydney residents evacuate
About 50,000 residents in New South Wales, most in Sydney's western suburbs, have been told to either evacuate or warned they might receive evacuation orders, up from Monday's 30,000, authorities said.
Rishi Sunak and Sajid Javid’s resignation letters in full
Rishi Sunak has resigned as chancellor and Sajid Javid has quit as health secretary, throwing Boris Johnson’s troubled government into further turmoil on a day where more allegations emerged in the Chris Pincher scandal. Here are thei...
Oil tumbles 9% on recession demand destruction fears
Oil plummeted about 9% on Tuesday in the biggest daily drop since March on growing fears of a global recession and lockdowns in China that could slash demand.
US recession whispers becoming a roar
The alarm over a looming recession is growing louder in the US, as the government struggles to control soaring prices, Politico reported on Tuesday.
Tokyo school swaps fresh fruit for jelly as food prices soar
For months, Kazumi Sato, a nutritionist at a middle school in eastern Tokyo, has received notices about hikes in ingredient prices.
UK urged to brace for economic storm
The Bank of England (BoE) warned on Tuesday that the economic prospects for Britain have deteriorated since the start of the year, calling on the country’s lenders to set aside more capital to absorb shocks in the markets.
How the US Supreme Court is reshaping America
In the space of just 10 days there have been dramatic changes in America. Major decisions that will shape everything from environmental policy to abortion rights have been announced - but not by the president or by Congress. It is the Su...
Top British cabinet members resign
UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak and Health Secretary Sajid Javid resigned on Tuesday as ongoing scandals plague the Conservative Party and Prime Minister Boris Johnson. The pair have issued a call for Johnson to quit, declarin...
Service charge: India bans service charge at hotels and restaurants
India's consumer protection authority has banned hotels and restaurants from levying a service charge on bills.
Mexican president vows ‘to tear down the Statue of Liberty’
Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador says the symbol of America’s freedom could lose its meaning if Washington refuses to drop charges against Wikileaks co-founder Julian Assange, who faces the prospect of 175 years in prison fo...
Xiao Jianhua: Canadian officials barred from tycoon's China trial
Canadian officials say they have been barred from the trial of billionaire Xiao Jianhua by Chinese authorities.
Factbox: Scandals faced by British PM Johnson's government
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson faces what looked to be the final blow for his premiership as two senior ministers resigned after tried to apologise for his administration's latest scandal.
British Airways cancels 1,500 more flights
British Airways has cancelled a further 1,500 flights, mostly for July.
Solicitor General for England and Wales Chalk resigns
British MP for Cheltenham Alex Chalk resigned from the position of solicitor general for England and Wales on Tuesday in protest at Prime Minister Boris Johnson's leadership.
Brittney Griner: US basketball star held in Russia asks Biden for help
Brittney Griner, the American basketball superstar detained in Russia, has written to US President Joe Biden pleading for help.
Kyrgios set for court over common assault claim
Wimbledon quarter-finalist Nick Kyrgios is set to appear in court in Australia next month in relation to an allegation of common assault.
Chicago shooting: Suspect planned attack for weeks, police say
A man suspected of killing seven people at a 4 July parade near Chicago planned the attack for weeks, police say.
Johnson reshuffling cabinet after Sunak and Javid resigned
No 10 has confirmed that Steve Barclay will be replacing Sajid Javid, becoming the new secretary of state for health and social care. And Michelle Donelan is the new secretary of education, replacing Nadhim Zahawi's old role. This as Nad...
Airline SAS files for U.S. bankruptcy protection as strike grounds flights
Scandinavian airline SAS has filed for bankruptcy protection in the United States to help cut debt, it said on Tuesday, warning strike action by pilots had deepened its financial crisis.
Women's own body dissatisfaction appears to influence their judgment of other women's body sizes
New research provides evidence that how women judge the transition from normal to overweight in other women’s bodies is related to perceptions of their own body size and their body dissatisfaction. The findings have been published in the...
Biden to award Medal of Freedom to Biles, McCain, Giffords
President Joe Biden will present the nation’s highest civilian honor, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, to 17 people, including actor Denzel Washington, gymnast Simone Biles and the late John McCain, the Arizona Republican with whom Bid...
Cost of living: Firms warned consumers want more than low prices
Businesses need to be flexible and transparent with their customers who face rapid price rises - in order to get loyalty in return, according to The Institute of Customer Service.
Hacker claims to have obtained data on 1 billion Chinese citizens
Personal information allegedly taken from Shanghai police database would be one of biggest data breaches in history.
Feds: R. Kelly remains on suicide watch 'for his own safety'
Federal authorities are pushing back on R. Kelly’s claims that he was placed on suicide watch as a form of punishment last week after a judge sentenced him to 30 years behind bars for using his fame to sexually abuse young girls.
Video shows Akron police kill Black man in hail of gunfire
A Black man was unarmed when Akron police chased him on foot and killed him in a hail of gunfire, but officers believed he had shot at them earlier from a vehicle and feared he was preparing to fire again, authorities said Sunday at a ne...
A list of recent high-profile shootings in the US
The latest high-profile shooting in the United States happened on July Fourth, when a gunman opened fire on parade-goers in a Chicago suburb. Other notable episodes of gun violence in recent weeks:
Pressure continues on Downing Street over Pincher allegations
Ministers publicly defended Boris Johnson over the weekend and into Monday, stressing that he was not aware of any specific allegations.
Nomura Says Many Major Economies Will Hit Recession In 2023
A report by Nomura Holdings Inc revealed many major economies will enter recessions over the next 12 months. This is spurred due to tightening government policies and rising living costs which will push the global economy into a ‘synchro...
Missing woman with beard: Toronto police ask for public help in locating a woman whose binder publication has raised many questions
Toronto police last weekend released a notice about a missing woman and asked for public assistance in locating her. According to the statement, 27-year-old Isabella Grace has been missing for about a week and has been described as a wom...
Amazon to swap vans with e-cargo bikes and on-foot delivery staff
Your Amazon parcels could soon come with a lower carbon footprint.
Australian police train pups to sniff out electronics and fight crime
In Australia, man’s best friend can also be man’s best ally in the fight against crime. These top dogs are undergoing training to sniff out electronic devices that help law enforcement gather evidence from digital devices.
The project in Spain helping refugees rebuild their lives
The Spanish region of Murcia has set up a programme to help refugees find work. The innovative European-backed project provides training for both the individuals and companies that hire them. Smart Regions went to Murcia to find out more.
Tattoos and piercings are more common among those who experienced childhood abuse and neglect
Tattoos and piercings have skyrocketed in popularity over the last few decades. These body modifications can be seen as a way to express individuality, but could there be a darker association? A study published in BMC Psychology suggests...
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