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This new smartphone is designed for old-school physical keyboard lovers
It seems the market has spoken when it comes to phones with physical keyboards. BlackBerry exited the mobile hardware business almost a…
Susan Darwin
I focus on highlighting the latest in news and politics. With a passion for bringing fresh perspectives to the forefront, I aim to share stories that inspire progress, critical thinking, and informed discussions on today's most pressing issues.
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Sizewell C nuclear power plant costs rise to £38bn
Mariam Issimdar BBC News, Suffolk The cost of building the Sizewell C nuclear power plant has jumped to £38bn, adding £1 a month to…
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Government borrowing higher than expected in June
UK government borrowing rose by more than expected last month following a big increase in debt interest payments. Borrowing - the…
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Stop being a martyr at work. Aim for sustainable success instead
Casually mentioning canceling a doctor’s appointment or skipping something personal to take on more work has become the new humblebrag.…
Business
Elvis Evolution: 'Atrocious and misleading' show upsets some fans
Yasmin Rufo Culture reporter A number of people who attended a new Elvis immersive experience in London have told the BBC they have been…
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First sanctions against people-smuggling gangs to be announced
Gang leaders and companies selling small boat equipment will be named this week as the first targets of new government sanctions against…
Business
OpenAI and UK sign deal to use AI in public services
OpenAI, the firm behind ChatGPT, has signed a deal to use artificial intelligence to increase productivity in the UK's public services,…
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Blairs' discount designer clothes deal caused No 10 concern, files show
Sanchia Berg News correspondent Ex-Prime Minister Tony Blair and his wife Cherie received tens of thousands of pounds in discounts on…
Culture
Billy Joel feels 'good' after brain disorder diagnosis
Billy Joel says he is feeling "good", two months on from announcing his diagnosis with rare brain condition Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus…
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Martin Luther King Jr: Trump administration releases files on slain civil rights leader
Brandon Drenon BBC News, Washington DC US President Donald Trump's administration has released a trove of records on the assassination of…
Business
Storytelling isn’t just for marketing
In an era where consumers are flooded with choices and noise, the most enduring brands aren’t just the ones with the best features,…
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5 ways retailers break trust—and how data can fix it
When I became a first-time mom, my perspective on the products my family used changed completely. As a data scientist, I naturally dive…
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Officer convicted in Breonna Taylor raid gets 33-month sentence
A former Kentucky police officer has been sentenced to 33 months in prison after being convicted in connection with a raid that resulted…
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How financial inclusion is transforming displaced lives
Over 110 million people are displaced due to violence, persecution, and climate change, and access to financial services is often the key…
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The surprising details of fashion entrepreneur Christine Hunsicker’s fraud indictment
Clothing tech entrepreneur and CaaStle founder Christine Hunsicker is out on $1 million bail after she was charged on six counts of…
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Gaza: UK and 27 other nations condemn Israel over civilian suffering
The UK and 27 other countries have called for an immediate end to the war in Gaza, where they say the suffering of civilians has "reached…
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How to watch Shark Week 2025 and why Discovery’s franchise continues to have teeth after all these years
Da dum. Da dum. There’s something in the water this week—or, more accurately, on your television screen. Discovery’s Shark Week 2025 began…
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Malcolm-Jamal Warner, star of The Cosby Show, dies aged 54
Kwasi Gyamfi Asiedu BBC News Malcolm-Jamal Warner, an actor best known for his role as Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show, has died. Warner,…
Business
OpenAI and the UK form partnership to expand AI research, infrastructure
Britain and ChatGPT maker OpenAI have signed a new strategic partnership to deepen collaboration on AI security research and explore…
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Beef prices soar to record highs in the United States
Anyone firing up the grill this summer already knows hamburger patties and steaks are expensive, but the latest numbers show prices have…
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Domino’s Pizza Q2 sales exceed estimates—thanks to new items
Domino’s Pizza surpassed analysts’ expectations for second-quarter U.S. same-store sales on Monday, driven by new items on the menu and…
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‘Self-expression should be celebrated’: Sylvanian Drama spills into real life as TikTok creator faces lawsuit
The internet-famous TikTok account Sylvanian Drama is now at the center of a real-world legal battle, as its creator faces a lawsuit from…
Business
Verizon raises annual profit forecast over premium plans and tax reform
U.S. wireless carrier Verizon raised the lower end of its annual profit forecast, riding on strong demand for its premium plans and…