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Maga influencer admits Bond Street assault

Melissa Rein Lively accepted a caution, while an assault by beating charge against her was withdrawn.

He was a reality show villain. Can he be the mayor of one of America's largest cities?

Republican Spencer Pratt, known for his TV role on The Hills, appears to be in a tight race with two Democrats.

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Two people shot dead amid Kenya protests against US Ebola quarantine centre plan

The US plan has sparked public anger and led to demonstrations near the site of the proposed treatment facility.

Citron Research Founder Andrew Left Found Guilty of Securities Fraud 

A federal jury in Los Angeles convicted Andrew Left, 55, founder of the influential short-selling platform Citron…

Border, peace, democracy: Myanmar president's India visit is closely watched

Myanmar is seeking to broaden diplomatic engagement after years of international criticism and isolation.

Watch: Explosion at fireworks factory in Malta

Two men were injured in the explosion and were taken to hospital with minor injuries.

China goes after 'ghost kitchens' to rein in cut-throat food delivery apps

The thousands of "ghost kitchens" - online shops that don't actually exist - have spooked Chinese consumers.

US Stocks Surpass 1929 Valuation Levels as AI Rally Accelerates

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S&P 500 Closes at Record 7,599 as Stocks Outrun a Lagging Bitcoin

The S&P 500 climbed 0.26% to a record close of 7,599.96, opening the month with fresh all-time highs across major U.S.

Six people killed in Iowa domestic dispute, police say

The suspected shooter was found dead near a bridge with a self-inflicted gunshot wound, authorities say.

Missing lab worker found dead in New Mexico nearly a year after disappearing

Melissa Casias' case was part of debunked speculations about recent deaths and disappearances in the US scientific…

Australian ex-minister launches crowd-funded inquiry into Aukus submarine deal

Inquiry will look at whether Australia will receive the submarines and whether it will make the country safer.

Denmark's Mette Frederiksen to form government after months of negotiations

The leader of Denmark's Social Democratic Party is forming a centre-left coalition minority government, giving her a…

Four dead and several injured after massive Russian strikes across Ukraine

Thousands of Kyiv residents ran for shelter following what officials said were ballistic missile strikes on the city…

Cheap Oil May Not Be Coming Back Soon as Markets Price Supply Risks

Cheap oil may not return soon, leaving investors, businesses, and consumers exposed to higher costs for longer.

Trump administration will abide by ruling halting $1.8bn 'anti-weaponisation' fund

The justice department says it "disagrees strongly" with a court decision to halt the establishment of the fund.

Trump inserts himself into the centre of America's 250th birthday celebrations

Instead of a uniting event, America's Independence Day celebrations are becoming yet another partisan battleground.

No, Trump's name hasn't been removed from the Kennedy Center

An AI video of President Trump’s name being ripped off the front of the building has been seen by millions online.

My 15-year-old relative was killed for refusing to marry her cousin

A 15-year-old girl in Baghdad, Iraq, was killed by her family members after refusing to marry her cousin, whom she knew…

How systemic neglect and inadequate staffing led to heartache

Panorama examines failures in maternity services in the UK and their devastating impact on families

Doctors blast Trump for doubling down on vaccine policy modeled after Denmark

Even Danish researchers think it's bizarre.

Florida sues OpenAI, Sam Altman after multiple ChatGPT-linked murders

Altman has an "utter disregard" for human lives, Florida AG says.

Florida AG files lawsuit against OpenAI, CEO Sam Altman for deceptive practices

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier filed the first state-led lawsuit against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, alleging…

Italians bemused by Milan bull mosaic restoration

Italians wondered what had happened to the animal's "lucky-charm" testicles.

Iran warns Israeli attacks in Lebanon threaten ceasefire with US

Earlier Israel's PM ordered strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs in response to Hezbollah rocket and drone attacks on…

Hungarian PM threatens to oust Orbán-era president

Hungary's president has refused Prime Minister Péter Magyar's demands to step aside, setting up a constitutional clash.

US political commentators denied entry to UK by Home Office

The US citizens and left-wing content creators with huge online followings were due to speak at the SXSW London festival…

Bowen: Trump needs this war to end but Iran is not backing down

Under pressure from the polls and Gulf allies, the White House is pushing for a deal but Iran wants concessions, writes…