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Violent criminals could be let out early for good behaviour under new proposals
Violent prisoners, including those convicted of sex offences and domestic abuse, could be released after serving just a third of their…
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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Deep inside Norway mountain, Nato allies train for Arctic war
The Arctic, once a region of peaceful cooperation, is fast becoming a battleground for resources and territory. At the heart of it is…
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Chris Mason: Labour is still blaming the Conservatives
A year ago today, Rishi Sunak called the general election. I think the suit I was wearing that day is still a bit damp now. Standing in…
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Two Israeli embassy staff shot dead in attack at DC Jewish museum
Two Israeli embassy staff were killed outside a Jewish museum in downtown Washington DC, officials say. The victims, a man and woman, were…
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Immigration is the albatross around UK politics
Allan Little Senior correspondent Figures released on Thursday by the Office for National Statistics are expected to reveal a fall in net…
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Ramaphosa keeps cool during Trump's choreographed onslaught
Watch: 'Turn the lights down' - how the Trump-Ramaphosa meeting took an unexpected turn Three months into Donald Trump's second term,…
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Trump-Ramaphosa meeting: US president confronts South African leader
Watch moment Trump confronts South Africa's president with video A meeting meant to soothe tensions between the US and South Africa…
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Why independent agencies are built for the future
People keep telling me that big agencies are the future—that you need massive scale, deep pockets, and cutting-edge tech to survive. But…
Business
When “good enough” costs too much
Customer retention is more than a buzzword—it is a proven driver of sustainable growth and profitability. Sounds like common sense? Think…
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Why hiring in-house might be your worst business decision
“We doubled our marketing team, and still fell behind.” That’s what one founder told me in January, frustrated after months of hiring,…
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Target mosquito parasites with drugs to cut malaria, study says
Mosquitoes should be given malaria drugs to clear their infection so they can no longer spread the disease, say US researchers. Malaria…
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Why we should reconsider the meaning of open spaces
Most people think of urban open spaces in terms of grand parks—Chicago’s Millennium Park or New York’s Central Park or San Francisco’s…
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UK to sign Chagos deal with Mauritius
Sir Keir Starmer is due to sign a deal handing the Chagos Islands to Mauritius on Thursday. Under the terms of the deal Mauritius would…
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How libraries are becoming launchpads for music careers
In an era dominated by artificial intelligence and smartphones, one of the most overlooked engines of economic growth sits quietly at the…
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Neuroscientists have discovered why ‘aha moments’ stick in your brain long after you have them
After spending forever floundering for a solution to a problem, an “aha moment” can feel like magic. But a new study by researchers from…
Culture
England vs West Indies: Sophia Dunkley leads hosts to eight-wicket win despite Hayley Matthews century
With injuries to three of West Indies' other experienced batters in Deandra Dottin, Chinelle Henry and Stafanie Taylor, the pressure on…
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Gen Z is willing to sell their personal data—for just $50 a month
Rather than clocking in at a Saturday job or selling old clothes for quick cash, Gen Z has another side hustle up their sleeve: selling…
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UK Weather: Very low chance of tornado as rain expected over weekend
Downpours and thunderstorms are not unusual for UK weather in spring, and the risk of any particular place seeing a tornado on Wednesday…
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Tesla’s Cybertruck is officially a flop
We’ve known since launch that the Cybertruck is a flop. Sales have been residual after they peaked at 5,175 units registered in July 2024,…
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TikTok signals layoffs as U.S. e-commerce team told to work from home
U.S. TikTok Shop employees received a memo on Tuesday that recommended its staff to work from home Wednesday, ahead of “difficult…
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At least 50 Waffle House locations in the South are getting EV chargers
With 24/7 service, thousands of locations, and affordable food, Waffle House is a go-to road-trip stop. And soon the chain will offer yet…
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Roundtables: A New Look at AI’s Energy Use
Recorded on May 21, 2025 Big Tech's appetite for energy is growing rapidly as adoption of AI accelerates. But just how much energy does…
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What it’s like to wear Google’s Gemini-powered AI glasses
Google wants to give people access to its Gemini AI assistant with the blink of an eye: The company has struck a partnership with…
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'The mood is changing': Israeli anger grows at conduct of war
As Israel's war in Gaza enters a new, violent phase, a growing number of voices within the country are speaking out against it - and how…