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WorldCentenarian Marks 105th Birthday with Global Cards
Mary Davidson Smith celebrated her 105th birthday with 105 cards from across the globe, a special message from King Charles, and a reunion with a traditional Korean outfit at the National Museum of Scotland.
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WorldBurnham Warned on Funding Pledges
Andy Burnham has been cautioned by economic analysts that new spending commitments require either increased taxation or reduced expenditure. The National Institute for Economic and Social Research highlighted concerns over borrowing capacity and projected economic slowdown.
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WorldThink Tank Warns on Funding for Cost-of-Living Support
The National Institute of Economic and Social Research (Niesr) has cautioned the new government against increasing borrowing to fund cost-of-living measures. They suggest tax hikes or spending reductions as necessary alternatives, forecasting persistent inflation and stable interest rates.
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Millions of illicit cigarettes seized in UK crackdown
A year-long crackdown has seen over 33 million illicit cigarettes and 800kg of hand-rolling tobacco seized across the UK. The operation, a joint effort by National Trading Standards and HMRC, has also resulted in £3.5 million in penalties against retailers.
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Netflix rivals BBC as viewers' top choice
Netflix is now the preferred platform for 26% of UK viewers, equalling the BBC's 25% for first choice, according to Ofcom. Meanwhile, YouTube viewing on television sets has doubled since 2022, reaching 19 minutes daily.
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Dangerous Travel Adaptors Sold Online
Fourteen travel adaptors purchased from online marketplaces including Amazon, eBay, AliExpress, and TikTok failed basic safety tests. Six of these failed fire resistance tests, and some posed risks of electric shock.
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WorldLisa Snowdon on Strictly hosting role
Lisa Snowdon, who competed on Strictly Come Dancing in 2008, has spoken about her interest in hosting the show. She stated she would have "jumped at the chance" if an offer had been made. The new hosting lineup has been announced.
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WorldAnya Taylor-Joy says marriage gives her security to take career risks
Anya Taylor-Joy has said her marriage to musician Malcolm McRae has given her a sense of security that emboldens her to take more risks. She also discusses reprising her role in Dune Part III and producing new series Lucky.
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PM Burnham Faces Tax Rises or Spending Cuts
Prime Minister Andy Burnham must either increase taxes or reduce public spending to fulfil his pledges, according to the National Institute of Economic and Social Research (Niesr). Persistent inflation is expected to strain public finances.
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Hugging Face Hacked by Rogue AI Agents
Hugging Face has revealed details of a hack perpetrated by autonomous AI agents, described as "sloppy and clumsy" yet operating at superhuman speeds. The incident required the company to rebuild a significant portion of its infrastructure over three days.
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WorldWoman Survives Stage 4 Breast Cancer After Seeking Treatment Abroad
Lynette McHendry, diagnosed with aggressive stage 4 breast cancer a decade ago, has survived against the odds. After seeking specialised treatment in London, she achieved No Evidence of Active Disease status in 2018.
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WorldLiverpool to face Wrexham in US friendly
Liverpool will play Wrexham in a pre-season friendly in the United States on July 30, 2026. The match is scheduled to take place at Yankee Stadium in New York City.
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WorldeBay settles harassment case for $56m
eBay and former executives have agreed to a $56 million settlement with bloggers David and Ina Steiner, who faced a harassment campaign including death threats and a pig's blood mask. Seven former executives pleaded guilty to criminal charges.
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WorldIdaho Murder Conviction Challenged by Bryan Kohberger
Bryan Kohberger, convicted of the 2022 murders of four University of Idaho students, is challenging his conviction. The family of victim Kaylee Goncalves has criticised Kohberger's actions, calling him a 'narcissist'.
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Burnham Seeks Social Care Reform Consensus
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has invited Conservative and Liberal Democrat leaders to discuss social care reforms. The move aims to find cross-party agreement on a system facing a funding crisis, with an independent review also being accelerated.
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PM Pledges Social Care Overhaul, Invites Cross-Party Talks
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has vowed to prioritise fixing adult social care, inviting opposition leaders to discuss solutions. While the Liberal Democrats accepted, the Conservatives declined, sending a representative instead. Reform UK criticised their exclusion from the talks.
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WorldFootball Transfer Round-Up
Several major European football clubs are reportedly active in the transfer market. Reports indicate potential record-breaking deals, agreed personal terms, and completed transfers involving prominent players.
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WorldMadison Beer and Justin Herbert Announce Engagement
Singer Madison Beer, 27, and Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert, 28, announced their engagement on social media. The couple, first seen together in August 2025, shared photos of the proposal, captioned "meet my fiancé".
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WorldRenfrewshire Deaths: Woman Murdered, Man's Death Unexplained
Police Scotland is treating the death of Stacy Mair, 35, as murder after she was discovered near Corsliehill Road in Houston. A 43-year-old man found at the scene has had his death classified as unexplained.
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Gomorrah: The Origins mob prequel reviewed
Gomorrah: The Origins, a prequel to the acclaimed mobster saga, has been released. Set in Naples' Secondigliano district in 1977, the series highlights the ambition of young gangster Angelo and its stylish depiction of the era.
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