Chancellor Healey faces mounting pressure after a defence secretary resigned amid a reported row over military spending. The dispute, reported by the BBC, raises questions about near‑term funding and political risk.
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Realtor.com finds the annual income required to afford starter homes has climbed to about $78,000 — more than an 80% rise since 2019. Regional supply and prices vary sharply, leaving many first-time buyers priced out.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires moved into the United States during the World Cup Final in New Jersey, prompting President Trump to raise the issue…
A viral clip of Hasan Piker speaking at the College Democrats convention in a Mao-style suit sparked swift online outrage, with critics warning it could hurt Democratic electability ahead of the 2026 midterms.
The Houthi movement says it has imposed a maritime embargo on Saudi Arabia that begins immediately, calling it retaliation for an alleged Saudi blockade of Yemeni ports and airports, BBC reports. Verification is pending.
Joshua Kerry, 28, from Rotherham, has been charged with the murder of Ann Widdecombe and will appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday. The charge is an allegation and details remain limited, BBC reports.
DHS says a July 16 flight removed more than 100 Haitian immigrants convicted of violent and sex crimes. The move follows the end of TPS and a Supreme Court ruling limiting court challenges.
The Defense Department identified 1st Lt. Tyler James Feehan and Pvt. Isabella Gonzales as the two U.S. service members killed in an enemy attack at Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan. CENTCOM has opened an investigation and is working to account for remains.
At SEC Media Days in Tampa, SEC commissioner Greg Sankey pushed back on breakaway talk as Michigan published a Jenner & Block culture review that will lead to Athletic Director Warde Manuel’s planned departure at year-end.
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Chancellor Healey faces mounting pressure after a defence secretary resigned amid a reported row over military spending. The dispute, reported by the BBC, raises questions about near‑term funding and political risk.
Hailey Ostrom shared a short Lake Powell clip swinging a driver and sending golf balls into the air, captioned “Just here to remind you its summertime.” The post arrived as some shoppers flagged Halloween items appearing early.
Andrew Truelove was taken into custody after allegedly entering a private vestibule near Studio 1A and approaching TODAY anchor Craig Melvin. The NYPD arrested him on hate crime-related charges and he is being held on $10,000 bail.
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Delta has launched three new ‘basic’ premium fares that cut some perks for lower prices. Learn what you lose, where the tickets sell and how to decide whether to book one.
Eight-year-old Andres Robles was surprised on Main Street USA when Disneyland named him its honorary 1 billionth guest. The family received a VIP tour as the resort marks its 70th anniversary.
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BBC video reporting shows the cockroach protest movement in New Delhi expanding “from hundreds to thousands” as organisers attempted a march toward India’s parliament to press the Cockroach Janta Party’s education-reform demand.
Weeks before Ganesh Chaturthi, floods in Maharashtra have washed away months of work for Ganesh idol makers, damaging workshops, supplies and seasonal incomes for many artisans.
Skyroot Aerospace plans to launch the Vikram-1 rocket on Saturday. Key details on the mission, why it matters for India’s private space sector and what to watch after liftoff.
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BBC reports the WTA will ask players to undergo genetic sex testing to compete on the Tour. The report raises questions about eligibility, consent, data handling and potential legal challenges.
Marcus Rashford has come home after the World Cup with his Manchester United status unclear. This analysis looks at the choices facing the 28-year-old and the likely next steps.
BBC Sport has compiled every goal from the 2026 World Cup golden boot race, showing Kylian Mbappe out in front of Lionel Messi, Jude Bellingham and Erling Haaland.
