After record-breaking June temperatures and a searing start to July for many in England, it looks as though there will be no return to heatwave conditions in the near future. After Tuesday officially became the hottest day of the year so far – with a temperature of 34.7C (94.4F) recorded in London’s St James’s Park...
Israel has agreed to the “necessary conditions” to finalise a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza, US President Donald Trump has said. During the proposed 60-day ceasefire, “we will work with all parties to end the War”, Trump said in a post on Truth Social, without detailing what the conditions are. “The Qataris and Egyptians, who have...
President Donald Trump is hardly an avatar for underconsumption. With a net worth of roughly $5 billion, the business mogul, crypto salesman and former reality TV star boasts a sprawling portfolio of lavish properties, private jets and luxury cars. But amid the tumultuous rollout of his sweeping tariff policy, Trump has had an unexpected message...
This story was originally published at Prism. To address unjust policies and conditions, more than 70 incarcerated workers inside Centinela State Prison collectively decided last fall to “slow down” production for the California Prison Industry Authority (CALPIA). According to workers who spoke to Prism, the organizing effort was successful — and there may soon be...
The Trump administration has created a human rights crisis with its draconian, made-for-TV campaign of mass deportation. As arrests ramp up across the country, three people died inside immigration jails and detention centers in April alone, bringing the total number of people to die in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody since Trump returned to...
EPA The Israeli strike on al-Ahli hospital destroyed its laboratory and damaged its emergency room, according to Anglican Diocese of Jerusalem The World Health Organization has said conditions at hospitals in Gaza are “beyond description”, after a major facility was put out of service by an Israeli air strike. Spokeswoman Dr Margaret Harris told the...
Sony has raised the price of its PlayStation 5 consoles worldwide, citing “challenging” market conditions. The price of the digital edition of the PS5 console in the UK has increased by £40 to £429.99. Its cost for European customers has risen by approximately €50 to €499.99. The company pointed to high inflation and “fluctuating exchange...
RSPCA Vets said the dogs were suffering from neglect, anxiety and fear A man has been jailed for keeping 18 collie dogs in “appalling” conditions at his caravan home in Iddesleigh in Devon. Police were called to the caravan in February last year after 61-year-old Stephen Sturman was reported missing. Exeter magistrates court heard officers...
Rory McIlroy slipped four shots off the lead after a punishing back nine in blustery conditions during round three at The Players Championship. The 2019 champion carded a one-over 73 to trail unheralded American JJ Spaun who leads at 12 under, one ahead of tour veteran Bud Cauley. McIlroy was at 10 under after nine...