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G7 leaders display unity but appear unstable at home

This year's G7 conference had all the signs of a vulnerable club but one that nonetheless fights hard to protect Western interests. On Saturday, the leaders of what were once the world's wealthiest countries wrapped up the three-day G7 meeting in Borgo Egnazia, a luxury resort set in the hills of Puglia in southern Italy. However, for most of its members, domestic problems outweighed the group's global political authority.

What became of the Taliban-fighting women?

Initially, some Afghan women defied the new rules by taking to the streets to protest after the Taliban restricted their ability to work, learn, and go out in public. However, the Taliban's complete force was soon felt by the individuals who gathered in the capital, Kabul, and other major cities to demand "food, work, and freedom." Protesters were subjected to physical violence, imprisonment, and even being threatened with death by stoning.

Netflix will drop 16 smart TVs next month. Is YOURS listed?

Netflix stated that its app will no longer work on some smart TVs beginning next month, forcing consumers to add a streaming device to stay connected. The world's most extensive streaming service announced that consumers will be unable to access the service on a number of obsolete Sony TVs manufactured in 2014. Users who wish to keep their devices the same in order to preserve access must pay between $20 and $50 for an Amazon Fire TV Stick, Roku, or Chromecast with Google TV.

General Election 2024: Official April UK economic data flatline

Labour and the Liberal Democrats point to the latest official growth data as further evidence that the Conservatives have crashed the economy, despite the fact that the study states that momentum was lost due to the wettest April in 12 years. The UK economy stagnated in April, according to official numbers cited by the government's critics as evidence that the Conservatives' much-touted strategy is failing.

Voters want energy bill reduction for vulnerable houses

Voters have urged the future administration to assist the most vulnerable with their energy expenses. According to the advocacy organization Warm This Winter, over two-thirds (57%) of the population wants to see a social tariff introduced to provide cheaper energy to people in true need. While 32% were undecided or did not know whether they supported the measures, only 11% rejected them.

EU threatening 38% tariffs on Chinese electric cars from July

The EU disregards the wishes of its main electric car producers and plans to levy more tariffs on Chinese imports, claiming they threaten "economic injury.". According to a provisional finding by the European Commission, China's electric vehicles may face additional EU tariffs of up to 38% beginning next month because they get "unfair" state subsidies.

The hardest US Open challenge: beating Scottie Scheffler

Given that Scottie Scheffler, the world's highest-ranked golfer, is entering the 124th US Open with a level of momentum not seen on the men's tour in many years, what is the best course of action? The Louisville Metro Police Department was on the right track when they contacted Rory McIlroy.

Ultra-processed foods, alcohol, tobacco, pollution kill 2.7M Europeans annually

The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that ultra-processed foods, alcohol, tobacco, and fossil fuels kill 2.7 million people in Europe each year. Experts claim that 'powerful industries' are causing illness and early death by interfering with government policies and efforts to reduce cases of cancer, heart disease, and diabetes. Critics, however, dismissed the assertions as 'half-baked Marxism' and accused the WHO of advocating for a 'nanny state'.

Erik ten Hag to continue as Manchester United manager

Despite intense speculation about the 54-year-old Dutchman's future, United has spent the past two weeks reviewing the 2023–24 season.   The Dutchman's future at the club has been the subject of much conjecture following a poor Premier League season in which United finished eighth.   However, they surprised rivals Manchester City, the Premier League champions, by winning the FA Cup final 2-1 at Wembley Stadium at the end of the season.

Pat Nevin: ‘I didn’t want to be a player at first but I enjoyed it’

A day with Pat Nevin reads like a travelogue. The former Scotland international awaits me inside Berwick-upon-Tweed station, where he is reading a memoir written by Simon Raymonde, the bassist of his favourite band, the Cocteau Twins. The book is allegedly fantastic, and it inspires a slew of humorous anecdotes about Nevin, a Chelsea and Everton footballer who is interested in music, reading, film, and politics.

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Labour and Tories will ‘both leave NHS worse off than under austerity’

After a white mist began to appear, residents near a chemical facility were advised to keep their windows and doors closed. South Wales Police issued the warning following the incident at Dow's facility in Barry, Vale of Glamorgan. Firefighters responded with multiple crews and gave the same advice as police.

Following a chemical incident, people were ordered to close their windows

After a white mist began to appear, residents near a chemical facility were advised to keep their windows and doors closed. South Wales Police issued the warning following the incident at Dow's facility in Barry, Vale of Glamorgan. Firefighters responded with multiple crews and gave the same advice as police.

Eight Israeli troops die in Gaza as Palestinian dead toll ‘passes 37,000’

The troops were slain early Saturday morning while driving in a convoy after participating in a midnight battle against Hamas. The Israeli military confirmed that eight Israeli troops were killed inside Gaza. On Saturday morning, an explosion occurred in the southern city of Rafah, killing the military members.

Hydrogen driving: We test the fuel cell Ineos Grenadier

Electric vehicles are the future, and everyone agrees on that. That is the mantra offered to motorists who are encouraged to convert to EVs. However, not everyone agrees that the future of motoring will be entirely dominated by plug-in electric vehicles; some believe hydrogen fuel cells may play an essential role. Ineos, owned by buccaneering boss Sir Jim Ratcliffe, is already developing a robust 4x4 EV called the Fusilier, but it is also considering hydrogen power.