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<p>Sen. Thom Tillis (R-NC) faced criticism from President Donald Trump for his decision to oppose the Republican megabill</p>

BREAKINGpolitics

Republican Thom Thillis slams DC ‘hypocrisy’ as he reveals he won’’t run again amid public falling out with Trump over spending bill

<p>At least one person was killed and two others were injured when several rowhomes collapsed in Philadelphia overnight Sunday. </p>

NEWS

One dead and two injured after explosion causes multiple rowhome buildings to collapse in Philadelphia

<p>Federal agent blew the door off a suspect’s house in Huntington Park, California</p>

NEWS

Heavily armed federal agents blow door off suspect’s home. He wasn’t there — but girlfriend and kids were

<p>Water, mud and debris cover National Road in Wheeling, W.Va., Thursday, June 26, 2025</p>

NEWS

Thousands of motorists stranded for up to eight hours after heavy rains trigger mudslides in West Virginia

politics

As trade deal deadline looms, Trump says he’ll write letters to countries about tariffs: ‘Dear Mr Japan, here’s the story’

<p>Donald Trump seemed to indicate that his reciprocal tariffs were in fact the 'deals' he pledged to make with U.S. trading partners</p>

<p>The singer later addressed the crowd, saying, ‘If ever I fall, I know y’all would catch me’</p>

Beyoncé’s flying car prop malfunctions during Cowboy Carter concert in Houston

<p>Judy Benjamin is walking across the United States to raise awareness for Alzheimer's disease</p>

A woman was told she had Alzheimer’s 13 years ago. Now she’s walking the width of the U.S. after reversing her illness

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NEWS

People in six states see mystery ‘fireball’ streak across sky

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politics

President Eric? Trump’s second son hints at a political dynasty

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Glastonbury Festival

Glastonbury says it’s ‘appalled’ by Bob Vylan’s controversial 'Death to the IDF' performance

<p>Charles Leto, a Chicago lifeguard, is facing charges after shooting two teen boys, one fatally. </p>

Crime

Chicago lifeguard accused of shooting two teens — including cousin of Laquan McDonald

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John Travolta surprises Grease fans by reprising Danny Zuko role

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FEATURE

Inside Musk Town: What is it really like to work for the world’s most controversial tech billionaire?

<p>Behavioural science has had a reckoning in the last 10 years</p>

Inside the scandal that rocked behavioural science – and paved the way for revolution

<p>A child was injured as a residential building in Smila was killed</p>

LiveUKRAINE

Russia launches largest missile and drone attack on Ukraine since start of war

<p>On June 19, President Donald Trump extended a delay on implementing the 2024 TikTok ban, his third such extension </p>

politics

Trump claims to have mystery buyers for TikTok

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MUSIC

Olivia Rodrigo dances to Pulp on boyfriend’s shoulders in Glastonbury crowd ahead of headline slot

<p>A trans rights supporter protests outside the Supreme Court on June 20, 2025, in the wake of the Skrmetti decision</p>

politics

‘No one is coming to save us’: Trans people are planning to move overseas rather than live in Trump’s America

<p>Lando Norris kept his cool to win the Austrian GP</p>

Lando Norris bounces back with Austrian GP triumph to cut Oscar Piastri’s lead in F1 title race

<p>Mohammed Najm pauses while working at a makeshift burner used to extract fuel from melted plastic to sell along the Sea Road, south of Gaza City, Sunday, 22 June</p>

What next for Gaza as Israel’s shaky truce with Iran holds?

<p>‘He came in and he said, ‘Can I sleep with you tonight?’ Todd recalled</p>

Todd Chrisley’s son, 19, asked to sleep in parents’ room after return from prison

Trump Reshapes The World

Congress Tax Cuts

politics

Trump threatens Senate Republicans who defy him as Elon Musk attacks ‘utterly insane’ megabill

<p>The meme shared by the Department of Homeland Security, which appears to make light of the proposed migrant detention facility.</p>

politics

DHS taunts migrants with ICE alligators at proposed Florida prison

<p>Trump lashed out at Israeli prosecutors in a Truth Social post Saturday evening and said it was ‘terrible’ what was happening to ‘war hero’ Netanyahu</p>

politics

Trump suggests billions for Israel at stake over ‘war hero’ Netanyahu’s corruption trial

<p>Donald Trump speaks to the media at the White House in Washington</p>

POLITICS

Trump denies US plan to offer Iran $30bn civilian nuclear deal

<p>VP JD Vance is the clear GOP frontrunner in the 2028 presidential nomination, according to a new Emerson College survey. </p>

politics

Who do voters want as the 2028 Republican candidate? New poll shows clear frontrunner to succeed Trump

<p>Rioters attack the US Capitol on January 6 </p>

politics

Pam Bondi fires three DOJ prosecutors who were involved in prosecuting January 6 rioters, report says

Trump’s top DOJ enforcer Emil Bove says he’s not a ‘henchman’

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politics

Fresh blow for Musk’s DOGE as it loses power to award $500B in federal funds

Bulletin

DOGE loses control of US federal grants website

Woman kept on life support for months due to pregnancy finally laid to rest

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Michelle Obama opens up about lesson her late mother taught her

<p> Former Vice President Kamala Harris </p>

Kamala Harris plots her next political move after US election loss

More news

<p>Lauren Sanchez and Kim Kardashian</p>

The best and worst outfits from Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s celebrity wedding in Venice

Protests erupt in Venice against Jeff Bezos wedding bonanza

<p>Revelers walk along Market Street during a Pride Parade, June 30, 2024, in San Francisco</p>

NYC and other US cities cap Pride month with mix of party and protest

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Dick Van Dyke’s wife shares statement after actor misses event due to illness

<p>Manson’s forthcoming show had been criticised by Green MP Sian Berry</p>

Marilyn Manson concert cancelled after British lawmaker's campaign

<p>‘The Bear’ has made a star out of SNL alum Abby Elliott</p>

INTERVIEWFeatures

The Bear’s Abby Elliott: ‘Getting fired from SNL was the worst thing that could happen – and then it did’

France Fashion Louvre Grand Diner Arrivals

Farewell, Anna Wintour – the Queen of editors with a nuclear-force superpower

<p>‘Competition is a good thing, but in a time of tight budgets, it is better to work in collaboration with other willing partners. The Earth’s climate does not recognise national boundaries’</p>

Earth doesn’t recognise national boundaries – we must collaborate for Net Zero

<p>Premature babies lie in incubators at Al-Helou Hospital, where doctors say a shortage of specialised formula milk is threatening the lives of newborns, in Gaza City</p>

Starvation crisis caused by Israeli war and aid blockade kills at least 66 children in Gaza

<p>Federal prosecutors said Ashraf Al Safoo, 41, led an ISIS-linked online group that spread propaganda to incite terror and recruit supporters</p>

Crime

Chicago man convicted in ISIS terror case after trying to recruit members on social media and encourage attacks

<p>Adriana Smith, the Georgia mom who was declared brain-dead but forced to remain on life support until her baby could be delivered, has been laid to rest.</p>

Funeral held for Georgia woman kept on life support under abortion law

Adriana Smith was declared brain-dead but her family had no choice but to keep her on life support under the state’s anti-abortion law

<p>A veteran political advisor was detained for 45 minutes at Miami International Airport</p>

politics

Veteran LA political adviser detained at US airport – and thinks having Obama-Biden T-shirt in his luggage may have been why

US officials reject claim tourist was denied entry over JD Vance meme

<p>There are currently no reported illnesses related to the recall</p>

Over 143,000 pounds of bologna products recalled due to labeling error

<p>Sudan-Hunger</p>

Starving Sudanese people eating weeds to survive amid brutal war

<p>A 64-year-old woman fled her remote Lovelock home after repeated break-ins, only for bears to later invade the abandoned property</p>

CRIME

California home abandoned by despairing victim of repeat burglaries was taken over by bears, police say

Outcry as California bear fatally shot after Tahoe camper attack

<p>An assistant pastor at New Progressive Christian Baptist Church in Oxnard, California, admitted to making off with church funds during cross-country move to Tennessee and buying new car and other personal items</p>

crime

Pastor stole $200k from church a new home as founder lay dying

<p>Millions of people are using AI to help with – and sometimes even replace – human relationships</p>

I’m a psychotherapist and here’s why men are turning to ChatGPT for emotional support

<p>Taiwan’s vice-president Hsiao Bi Khim speaks at a press conference in Taipei</p>

TAIWAN

Taiwan VP says won’t be intimidated after Czech officials claim Chinese diplomats planned car crash

<p>Representational. A Pakistani policeman keeps watch on a roadside in Lahore on 27 June 2025</p>

PAKISTAN

Pakistan blames ‘Indian proxy’ after car bombing kills 13 soldiers

<p>Lionel Messi’s side were demolished by his former employers</p>

SOCCER

PSG thrash Inter Miami in Club World Cup knockouts as Lionel Messi overwhelmed by former club

Culture

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Glastonbury 2025 live: Rod Stewart plays Legends Slot to huge crowd

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Glastonbury Festival

Bob Vylan: Who are the duo at centre of Glastonbury controversy?

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Glastonbury Festival

BBC issues statement after decision to air Kneecap’s Glastonbury set

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Glastonbury Festival

Rod Stewart’s Glastonbury set feels like he’s wringing out the dregs

<p>Alanis Morissette on the Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury 2025</p>

Glastonbury Festival

Alanis Morissette lets rip during her spectacular Glastonbury debut

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Glastonbury Festival

Glastonbury 2026: Why is there no festival next year?

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Glastonbury Festival

Rod Stewart shares message for Glastonbury founder Michael Eavis

<p>The veteran singer-songwriter performs with heart and intensity</p>

Glastonbury Festival

Glastonbury headliner Neil Young thunders through a mighty setlist

<p>Best Concerts of the Year</p>

Glastonbury Festival

Glastonbury 2025: How to watch the BBC’s live coverage of festival

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Squid Game season three finale divides fans with shocking conclusion

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<p>The console will be back in stock – but probably not for long</p>

Walmart+ members get exclusive Nintendo Switch 2 perk today

<p>Some stores have online stock, others are sticking to in-person only</p>

How to buy a Nintendo Switch 2 at Walmart, Best Buy, Target and more

<p>If you’re looking to dip your toe into wearables, don’t miss this rare saving</p>

The Oura ring is my favorite tracker — here’s how to get $100 off

<p>Up your game, with these top-rated pickleball paddles</p>

Best pickleball paddles for every player, from beginners to pros

Lifestyle

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How strawberries and cream became a Wimbledon staple

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Rita Ora says party that breached lockdown rules changed her life

Health & Families

I’m a neuroscientist. Here’s what summer does to your brain

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Bezos-Sánchez wedding: Couple step out in Venice as protests erupt

<p>Writer Olivia Petter takes a break from the chaos (and heat) at one of the festival’s five Sensory Calm Spaces</p>

Glastonbury’s biggest change this year was also its quietest

<p>‘I am a sole provider, where I have a lot of pressure on my shoulders to provide for my kids,’ Kramer said</p>

Jana Kramer admits money ‘sometimes outweighs my moral compass’

<p>The winner can also opt for a cash prize of $155.5 million</p>

Check your tickets: Someone won the $348m Mega Millions jackpot

<p>Lauren Sánchez leaves the Aman Hotel the morning of her wedding to Jeff Bezos</p>

Everything we know about Lauren Sánchez Bezos’s wedding dress

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<p>Bunker buster bomb</p>

Rare demonstration of how the Bunker Buster bombs dropped on Iran work

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NBA prospect swears after finding out his new home in the draft

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Gay state senator zings Republicans over new ‘Daddy Trump’ nickname

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Kari Lake’s embarrassing flub on question on the language of Armenia

Travel

The world’s most beautiful over-water villas and bungalows (that aren’t in the Maldives)

A water-adjacent abode isn’t unique to the Maldives, says Tamara Hinson; try one of these just-as-luxe alternatives

<p>Banyan Tree Mayakoba in Mexico</p>

<p>The windmills of Leros sit overlooking the village of Agia Marina</p>

Greece’s tiny Island of Outcasts charmed me – I’d be expelled there any day

<p>Some museums in America focus on subjects many would regard as plain dull</p>

Potatoes, Spam and video games: Eight of America’s weirdest museums revealed

<p>An American Airlines flight was forced to turn around as witnesses see ‘flames and smoke’ coming from the plane</p>

‘Pop, pop, pop’: AA flight with smoking engine sparked concern at takeoff, says plane mechanic who was onboard

<p>The passenger claimed his phone was stolen during a Garuda Indonesia flight GA716 from Jakarta to Melbourne on 6 June</p>

Entire flight crew suspended after search for passenger’s stolen phone

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In Pictures: Glastonbury fans beat the heat as Kneecap and Kaiser Chiefs perform

In Pictures: Glastonbury fans beat the heat as Kneecap and Kaiser Chiefs perform

politics

Marco Rubio appears to be the latest politician to snub Donald Trump behind his back

viral

Why TikTok can’t stop talking about red light therapy – and what you need to know

viral

From Brat summer to 'convent summer': Gen Z’s latest trend shift

politics

Donald Trump secures Supreme Court win on birthright citizenship – but could Melania and Barron be impacted?

politics

Donald Trump secures Supreme Court win on birthright citizenship – but could Melania and Barron be impacted?

viral

All of the celebrities at Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez $20 million wedding

politics

Marjorie Taylor Greene gave a ‘normal’ take on Zohran Mamdani’s primary win – and people are in shock