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Child Q strip-search was gross misconduct, panel finds
Two Metropolitan Police officers who conducted the "humiliating" strip-search of a 15-year-old schoolgirl committed gross misconduct, 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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2025’s college graduates are facing one of the toughest job markets in over a decade. Here’s why
While completing a master’s degree in data analysis, Palwasha Zahid moved from Dallas to a town near Silicon Valley. The location made it…
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BBC launches paywall in US for website and app
The BBC has introduced a paywall for people looking at parts of its website and app from the United States. US-basedvisitors to BBC.com…
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Nimbus COVID update: CDC tracker shows the NB.1.8.1 ‘razor blade throat’ variant is now dominant
Earlier this year, a new variant of COVID-19 began spreading globally. Some of those infected with the new variant, nicknamed “Nimbus,”…
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The Download: Google DeepMind’s DNA AI, and heatwaves’ impact on the grid
When scientists first sequenced the human genome in 2003, they revealed the full set of DNA instructions that make a person. But we still…
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PM confirms talks with rebels over welfare concessions
Sir Keir Starmer has confirmed the government is in talks with Labour rebels over concessions on its welfare plans. The prime minister…
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Senate Republicans are about to pass a bill that will destroy the climate and spike your energy bills. It’s time to fight back
As record heat waves hit much of the U.S., the Senate is about to pass a bill that will decimate clean energy—and cripple our best shot at…
Business
Amber heat health alerts issued as temperatures to soar
Cachella Smith & Alex Boyd BBC News Amber heat health alerts have been issued for parts of England as temperatures are set to climb to…
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3 ways philanthropy needs to embrace risk to better meet the moment
Five months into its second term, the Trump administration has cut billions of dollars in healthcare, foreign aid, and other social…
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It’s officially summer, and the grid is stressed
We rely on electricity to keep ourselves comfortable, and more to the point, safe. These are the moments we design the grid for: when need…
Business
Pledge to protect UK firms from cheap imports
The government has unveiled a plan for trade aimed at boosting exports and protecting UK firms at a time of growing uncertainty for…
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How the Internet of Things impacts everyone’s privacy
Some unusual witnesses helped convict Alex Murdaugh of the murders of his wife, Maggie, and son, Paul. The first was Bubba, Maggie’s…
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How to address conflict at work
Workplaces in the United States are remarkably conflict averse. Many people don’t even like to give criticisms to someone else directly,…
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Pornhub to introduce 'government approved' UK age checks
Aylo, the owner of adult sites Pornhub, YouPorn and RedTube, says it will introduce "government approved age assurance methods" in the UK.…
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Warwickshire County Council leader resigns, leaving 18-year-old in charge
The recently elected leader of Warwickshire County Council has resigned, leaving his 18-year-old deputy in charge. Reform UK councillor…
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British and Irish Lions 2025: Sheehan to captain against Australian side Western Force
Ireland's Dan Sheehan will captain the British and Irish Lions in their opening game on Australian soil against the Western Force on…
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Trump’s isolationism can be ‘best thing that happened’ to Europe, says ex-ASML CEO
ASML’s former CEO believes Donald Trump’s reelection presents a golden opportunity for Europe. Peter Wennink, who led ASML to become the…
Culture
Ticket touts employing workers to bulk-buy for concerts
Steffan Powell, Sian Vivian & Ben Summer BBC Wales Investigates Ticket touts are employing teams of workers to bulk-buy tickets for the…
Culture
James Bond: Denis Villeneuve to direct next 007 film
Denis Villeneuve, the Oscar nominated French-Canadian filmmaker, will direct the next James Bond film, Amazon MGM Studios has announced.…
Business
The abandoned Florida airport being turned into 'Alligator Alcatraz'
Cecilia Barría and Walter Fojo BBC Mundo Reporting from Everglades, Florida Watch: ‘I have grave concerns’ - Advocate weighs environmental…
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Hamas official says Gaza mediators intensifying ceasefire efforts
Rushdi Abualouf Gaza correspondent A senior Hamas official has told the BBC that mediators have intensified their efforts to broker a new…
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Emily Eavis on Glastonbury's magical 'Thursday Feeling'
Ros Atkins Analysis Editor, BBC News Last year, in an unlikely development, I was booked to DJ at Glastonbury Festival. When I arrived on…
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Summer reminds us: Play is essential
At my house, there’s an ongoing countdown—my three daughters are eagerly ticking off the days until school’s out. They’re dreaming about…