Last Islamic State-linked Australian woman from Syrian camp to return despite previous ban
The Australian home affairs minister, Tony Burke, says the government was advised it could no longer refuse a return permit to an Australian woman detained in Syria. Photograph: Lukas Coch/AAP/APView image in fullscreenThe Australian home affairs minister, Tony Burke, says the government was advised it could no longer refuse a return permit to an Australian woman detained in Syria.
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The Australian home affairs minister, Tony Burke, says the government was advised it could no longer refuse a return permit to an Australian woman detained in Syria. Photograph: Lukas Coch/AAP/APView image in fullscreenThe Australian home affairs minister, Tony Burke, says the government was advised it could no longer refuse a return permit to an Australian woman detained in Syria.
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Teen found not guilty of plotting terror attack on Peter Dutton after court hears of ‘edgy joke’
A Queensland teenager has been found not guilty of carrying out acts in preparation for a terrorist attack, after being accused of identifying Peter Dutton as an alleged target. Photograph: Mike Bowers/The GuardianView image in fullscreenA Queensland teenager has been found not guilty of carrying out acts in preparation for a terrorist attack, after being accused of identifying Peter Dutton as an alleged target.
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A Queensland teenager has been found not guilty of carrying out acts in preparation for a terrorist attack, after being accused of identifying Peter Dutton as an alleged target. Photograph: Mike Bowers/The GuardianView image in fullscreenA Queensland teenager has been found not guilty of carrying out acts in preparation for a terrorist attack, after being accused of identifying Peter Dutton as an alleged target.
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Victorian Liberal party in turmoil as MP denies colleague’s accusations of assault
Victorian Liberal leader Jess Wilson said ‘the parties involved deserve due process, the presumption of innocence and their privacy respected while this is investigated’. Photograph: Joel Carrett/AAPView image in fullscreenVictorian Liberal leader Jess Wilson said ‘the parties involved deserve due process, the presumption of innocence and their privacy respected while this is investigated’.
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Victorian Liberal leader Jess Wilson said ‘the parties involved deserve due process, the presumption of innocence and their privacy respected while this is investigated’. Photograph: Joel Carrett/AAPView image in fullscreenVictorian Liberal leader Jess Wilson said ‘the parties involved deserve due process, the presumption of innocence and their privacy respected while this is investigated’.
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Four in five under-16s in Australia using social media despite ban, study shows
About 85% of under-16s in Australia said they were still using social media three months after law came into force. Photograph: Hollie Adams/ReutersView image in fullscreenAbout 85% of under-16s in Australia said they were still using social media three months after law came into force.
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About 85% of under-16s in Australia said they were still using social media three months after law came into force. Photograph: Hollie Adams/ReutersView image in fullscreenAbout 85% of under-16s in Australia said they were still using social media three months after law came into force.
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Germany’s railways grind to halt as IT maintenance snag takes down network
Information screens at Munich’s main station advise passengers not to board trains after an IT outage on Tuesday evening. Photograph: Christine Uyanik/ReutersView image in fullscreenInformation screens at Munich’s main station advise passengers not to board trains after an IT outage on Tuesday evening.
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Information screens at Munich’s main station advise passengers not to board trains after an IT outage on Tuesday evening. Photograph: Christine Uyanik/ReutersView image in fullscreenInformation screens at Munich’s main station advise passengers not to board trains after an IT outage on Tuesday evening.
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AI helps read papyrus scroll burnt to crisp during Vesuvius eruption
The scroll was recovered from the library of a luxury Roman villa in Herculaneum, near Naples, that was blasted by heat and buried under ash in AD79. Photograph: Vicki Jauron, Babylon and Beyond Photography/GettyView image in fullscreenThe scroll was recovered from the library of a luxury Roman villa in Herculaneum, near Naples, that was blasted by heat and buried under ash in AD79.
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The scroll was recovered from the library of a luxury Roman villa in Herculaneum, near Naples, that was blasted by heat and buried under ash in AD79. Photograph: Vicki Jauron, Babylon and Beyond Photography/GettyView image in fullscreenThe scroll was recovered from the library of a luxury Roman villa in Herculaneum, near Naples, that was blasted by heat and buried under ash in AD79.
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Israel says IDF is staying in southern Lebanon, undermining Iran peace talks
Israel Katz told a conference in Tel Aviv there was no pressure from the US administration for the Israel Defense Forces to retreat from southern Lebanon. Photograph: Ronen Zvulun/ReutersView image in fullscreenIsrael Katz told a conference in Tel Aviv there was no pressure from the US administration for the Israel Defense Forces to retreat from southern Lebanon. Photograph: Ronen Zvulun/ReutersIsraelIsrael says IDF is staying in southern Lebanon, undermining Iran peace talksDefence minister says troops not withdrawing though Tehran sees end to war in Lebanon as part of deal with USWilliam Christou and Andrew RothWed 24 Jun 2026 22.49 BSTFirst published on Wed 24 Jun 2026 18.57 BSTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleThe Israeli defence minister, Israel Katz, has said that Israeli troops would not withdraw from southern Lebanon, further complicating Iran peace talks as fighting in Lebanon …
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Israel Katz told a conference in Tel Aviv there was no pressure from the US administration for the Israel Defense Forces to retreat from southern Lebanon. Photograph: Ronen Zvulun/ReutersView image in fullscreenIsrael Katz told a conference in Tel Aviv there was no pressure from the US administration for the Israel Defense Forces to retreat from southern Lebanon. Photograph: Ronen Zvulun/ReutersIsraelIsrael says IDF is staying in southern Lebanon, undermining Iran peace talksDefence minister says troops not withdrawing though Tehran sees end to war in Lebanon as part of deal with USWilliam Christou and Andrew RothWed 24 Jun 2026 22.49 BSTFirst published on Wed 24 Jun 2026 18.57 BSTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleThe Israeli defence minister, Israel Katz, has said that Israeli troops would not withdraw from southern Lebanon, further complicating Iran peace talks as fighting in Lebanon …
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Pakistan police rescue French woman and children allegedly held captive by husband for 12 years
Yasmina and her children were rescued after one of her sons managed to leave the house and reach the local police station. Photograph: XYasmina and her children were rescued after one of her sons managed to leave the house and reach the local police station. Photograph: XPakistanPakistan police rescue French woman and children allegedly held captive by husband for 12 yearsHusband arrested after Sylvie Yasmina, 54, and five children found at home in north-western provinceAssociated Press in PeshawarWed 24 Jun 2026 19.30 BSTLast modified on Wed 24 Jun 2026 20.12 BSTSharePrefer the Guardian on GooglePakistan police say they have rescued a French woman and her five children after she told authorities she had been held captive by her husband for more than a decade and subjected to years of domestic abuse in the country’s north-west.The woman, identified as 54-year-old Sylvie Yasmina, was res…
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Yasmina and her children were rescued after one of her sons managed to leave the house and reach the local police station. Photograph: XYasmina and her children were rescued after one of her sons managed to leave the house and reach the local police station. Photograph: XPakistanPakistan police rescue French woman and children allegedly held captive by husband for 12 yearsHusband arrested after Sylvie Yasmina, 54, and five children found at home in north-western provinceAssociated Press in PeshawarWed 24 Jun 2026 19.30 BSTLast modified on Wed 24 Jun 2026 20.12 BSTSharePrefer the Guardian on GooglePakistan police say they have rescued a French woman and her five children after she told authorities she had been held captive by her husband for more than a decade and subjected to years of domestic abuse in the country’s north-west.The woman, identified as 54-year-old Sylvie Yasmina, was res…
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Met gets extension to Palantir AI project after Sadiq Khan blocked deal
New Scotland Yard, the headquarters of the Metropolitan police whose pilot with Palantir focuses on detecting misconduct by officers. Photograph: Kin Cheung/APView image in fullscreenNew Scotland Yard, the headquarters of the Metropolitan police whose pilot with Palantir focuses on detecting misconduct by officers.
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New Scotland Yard, the headquarters of the Metropolitan police whose pilot with Palantir focuses on detecting misconduct by officers. Photograph: Kin Cheung/APView image in fullscreenNew Scotland Yard, the headquarters of the Metropolitan police whose pilot with Palantir focuses on detecting misconduct by officers.
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Man who died in suspected murder at Peak District stone circle named by police
Undated family photo issued by Derbyshire police of Isaac Clare-Watts. Photograph: Family handout/PAView image in fullscreenUndated family photo issued by Derbyshire police of Isaac Clare-Watts. Photograph: Family handout/PAUK newsMan who died in suspected murder at Peak District stone circle named by policeA 41-year-old man has been arrested after Isaac Clare-Watts, 26, found at Nine Ladies monument on Monday Nadeem BadshahWed 24 Jun 2026 20.56 BSTLast modified on Wed 24 Jun 2026 21.04 BSTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleA 26-year-old man who died in a suspected murder during a summer solstice event at a Bronze Age stone circle has been named by police.Isaac Clare-Watts, from Nottingham, was found at the Nine Ladies stone circle in Stanton Lees in the Peak District in Derbyshire at about 1.38pm on Monday.Police have said “a young man’s life has been taken in the most brutal way”.A 41-…
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Undated family photo issued by Derbyshire police of Isaac Clare-Watts. Photograph: Family handout/PAView image in fullscreenUndated family photo issued by Derbyshire police of Isaac Clare-Watts. Photograph: Family handout/PAUK newsMan who died in suspected murder at Peak District stone circle named by policeA 41-year-old man has been arrested after Isaac Clare-Watts, 26, found at Nine Ladies monument on Monday Nadeem BadshahWed 24 Jun 2026 20.56 BSTLast modified on Wed 24 Jun 2026 21.04 BSTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleA 26-year-old man who died in a suspected murder during a summer solstice event at a Bronze Age stone circle has been named by police.Isaac Clare-Watts, from Nottingham, was found at the Nine Ladies stone circle in Stanton Lees in the Peak District in Derbyshire at about 1.38pm on Monday.Police have said “a young man’s life has been taken in the most brutal way”.A 41-…
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‘Horrific’ maternity care failings at Nottingham NHS trust prompt calls for public inquiry
Families affected by the Nottingham maternity care scandal hold a minute’s silence during a press conference after the publication of Donna Ockenden’s report. Photograph: Jacob King/PAView image in fullscreenFamilies affected by the Nottingham maternity care scandal hold a minute’s silence during a press conference after the publication of Donna Ockenden’s report.
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Families affected by the Nottingham maternity care scandal hold a minute’s silence during a press conference after the publication of Donna Ockenden’s report. Photograph: Jacob King/PAView image in fullscreenFamilies affected by the Nottingham maternity care scandal hold a minute’s silence during a press conference after the publication of Donna Ockenden’s report.
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Shabana Mahmood’s immigration and asylum bill to go before MPs next week
The home secretary, Shabana Mahmood, is also proposing to limit asylum applications under human rights law. Photograph: Ian Davidson/SOPA Images/ShutterstockView image in fullscreenThe home secretary, Shabana Mahmood, is also proposing to limit asylum applications under human rights law.
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The home secretary, Shabana Mahmood, is also proposing to limit asylum applications under human rights law. Photograph: Ian Davidson/SOPA Images/ShutterstockView image in fullscreenThe home secretary, Shabana Mahmood, is also proposing to limit asylum applications under human rights law.
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Officials will lobby Burnham to revive ‘war bonds’ idea to pay for higher defence spending
British defence spending ‘went from 2.9% in 1936, to 9% in 1939, to 52% of GDP in 1945,’ well beyond the 2.7% target spend next year. Photograph: Cpl Daryll Knott/MoD/Crown Copyright/PAView image in fullscreenBritish defence spending ‘went from 2.9% in 1936, to 9% in 1939, to 52% of GDP in 1945,’ well beyond the 2.7% target spend next year.
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British defence spending ‘went from 2.9% in 1936, to 9% in 1939, to 52% of GDP in 1945,’ well beyond the 2.7% target spend next year. Photograph: Cpl Daryll Knott/MoD/Crown Copyright/PAView image in fullscreenBritish defence spending ‘went from 2.9% in 1936, to 9% in 1939, to 52% of GDP in 1945,’ well beyond the 2.7% target spend next year.
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Trump kicks off America’s 250th celebration with campaign-style rally
Trump dances on stage as he opens the fair in Washington. Photograph: Julia Demaree Nikhinson/APView image in fullscreenTrump dances on stage as he opens the fair in Washington. Photograph: Julia Demaree Nikhinson/APWashington DCTrump kicks off America’s 250th celebration with campaign-style rallyPresident on National Mall rattles off list of apparent victories and says ‘I am thrilled to declare America is back’ Uwa Ede-OsifoThu 25 Jun 2026 03.00 BSTLast modified on Thu 25 Jun 2026 03.02 BSTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleDonald Trump kicked off what was intended to be a “spectacular birthday party” for American’s 250th year of independence with a political rally touting his presidency.“I am thrilled to declare that America is back,” Trump said at the opening ceremony for the Great American State Fair in Washington DC, held on the National Mall.
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Trump dances on stage as he opens the fair in Washington. Photograph: Julia Demaree Nikhinson/APView image in fullscreenTrump dances on stage as he opens the fair in Washington. Photograph: Julia Demaree Nikhinson/APWashington DCTrump kicks off America’s 250th celebration with campaign-style rallyPresident on National Mall rattles off list of apparent victories and says ‘I am thrilled to declare America is back’ Uwa Ede-OsifoThu 25 Jun 2026 03.00 BSTLast modified on Thu 25 Jun 2026 03.02 BSTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleDonald Trump kicked off what was intended to be a “spectacular birthday party” for American’s 250th year of independence with a political rally touting his presidency.“I am thrilled to declare that America is back,” Trump said at the opening ceremony for the Great American State Fair in Washington DC, held on the National Mall.
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Switzerland deny Canada top spot, but hosts seal historic World Cup knockout berth
SUI vs CAN, FIFA World Cup 2026: Canada's World Cup dream rolls on despite a 2-1 defeat to Switzerland, with the co-hosts reaching the knockout stage for the first time in history as the Swiss clinched top spot in Group B. Jesse Marsch guides Canada to their first ever knockouts in the FIFA World Cup. (
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SUI vs CAN, FIFA World Cup 2026: Canada's World Cup dream rolls on despite a 2-1 defeat to Switzerland, with the co-hosts reaching the knockout stage for the first time in history as the Swiss clinched top spot in Group B. Jesse Marsch guides Canada to their first ever knockouts in the FIFA World Cup. (
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We want death penalty: Mumbai local murder victim's family seeks justice
Mayank Lohar, a 22-year-old Mumbai man, was fatally stabbed on local train by a 30-year-old accused during a dispute over keeping the train doors open in heavy rain. The victim Mayank Lohar (centre), his sister (left) and the accused Sachin Ramesh Suvarna (right). TripathiMumbai,UPDATED: Jun 24, 2026 20:57 ISTEdited By: Ajmal AbbasThe family of 22-year-old Mayank Lohar, who was stabbed to death inside a Mumbai local train following a dispute over whether the doors should be kept open during heavy rain, has demanded the death penalty for the accused, saying nothing short of the harshest punishment would deliver justice."We want justice.
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Mayank Lohar, a 22-year-old Mumbai man, was fatally stabbed on local train by a 30-year-old accused during a dispute over keeping the train doors open in heavy rain. The victim Mayank Lohar (centre), his sister (left) and the accused Sachin Ramesh Suvarna (right). TripathiMumbai,UPDATED: Jun 24, 2026 20:57 ISTEdited By: Ajmal AbbasThe family of 22-year-old Mayank Lohar, who was stabbed to death inside a Mumbai local train following a dispute over whether the doors should be kept open during heavy rain, has demanded the death penalty for the accused, saying nothing short of the harshest punishment would deliver justice."We want justice.
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Europe bakes under deadly 44°C heat dome; death toll mounts, schools shut
A rare heat dome has pushed temperatures across Europe to dangerous highs, disrupting travel, schools and tourism. The extreme spell has turned deadly and is straining farms, power supplies and public health systems. The heatwave's impact has stretched from workplaces to tourist attractions and cultural events. (
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A rare heat dome has pushed temperatures across Europe to dangerous highs, disrupting travel, schools and tourism. The extreme spell has turned deadly and is straining farms, power supplies and public health systems. The heatwave's impact has stretched from workplaces to tourist attractions and cultural events. (
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981 days in injury exile, Neymar brought to tears on Brazil return
FIFA World Cup: 981 days in injury exile, Neymar brought to tears on Brazil return Brazil samba-ed their way into the knockouts of the FIFA World Cup with a statement 3-0 win against Scotland. walked into the pitch for the national team after an injury-exile of 981 days. Neymar was brought to tears on his return to the Brazilian side.
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FIFA World Cup: 981 days in injury exile, Neymar brought to tears on Brazil return Brazil samba-ed their way into the knockouts of the FIFA World Cup with a statement 3-0 win against Scotland. walked into the pitch for the national team after an injury-exile of 981 days. Neymar was brought to tears on his return to the Brazilian side.
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How Ketan's sister's doubts expose Pune murder plot by Siya and Chetan
What began as a reported trekking accident took a dramatic turn after Ketan Agrawal's sister questioned his fiancee. Investigators now claim the fatal fall was preceded by multiple failed attempts and a carefully planned conspiracy. Ketan Vishal Agarwal (left) and his fiancee, Siya Goyal (right).India Today News DeskUPDATED: Jun 25, 2026 00:05 ISTEdited By: Sonali VermaWhat was initially treated as a tragic trekking accident at Maharashtra's Lohagad Fort unravelled into an alleged murder conspiracy after a conversation between Ketan Agrawal's sister and his fiancee raised suspicions that ultimately changed the course of the investigation.According to Pune Rural Police, a key breakthrough came four days after Ketan's funeral when his fiancee, Siya Goyal, visited the family's home.
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What began as a reported trekking accident took a dramatic turn after Ketan Agrawal's sister questioned his fiancee. Investigators now claim the fatal fall was preceded by multiple failed attempts and a carefully planned conspiracy. Ketan Vishal Agarwal (left) and his fiancee, Siya Goyal (right).India Today News DeskUPDATED: Jun 25, 2026 00:05 ISTEdited By: Sonali VermaWhat was initially treated as a tragic trekking accident at Maharashtra's Lohagad Fort unravelled into an alleged murder conspiracy after a conversation between Ketan Agrawal's sister and his fiancee raised suspicions that ultimately changed the course of the investigation.According to Pune Rural Police, a key breakthrough came four days after Ketan's funeral when his fiancee, Siya Goyal, visited the family's home.
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Brace for rain on Thursday: Monsoon pushes, IMD warns of heavy showers
The southwest monsoon advanced further into western and central India on Wednesday, with the IMD forecasting heavy rainfall across multiple regions. The rain-bearing system is also expected to advance into parts of Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand. ( Photo: Windy)India Today Science DeskNew Delhi,UPDATED: Jun 25, 2026 06:51 ISTThe southwest monsoon continued its advance across India on Wednesday, spreading into more parts of Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand, even as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) warned of heavy rainfall in several regions and persistent heatwave conditions in parts of north and east India on June 25.According to the IMD, conditions remain favourable for the monsoon to move further into Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, the remaining parts of Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand and Bihar over the next two to three days. ❮❯ Read Full StoryThe rain-bear…
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The southwest monsoon advanced further into western and central India on Wednesday, with the IMD forecasting heavy rainfall across multiple regions. The rain-bearing system is also expected to advance into parts of Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand. ( Photo: Windy)India Today Science DeskNew Delhi,UPDATED: Jun 25, 2026 06:51 ISTThe southwest monsoon continued its advance across India on Wednesday, spreading into more parts of Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand, even as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) warned of heavy rainfall in several regions and persistent heatwave conditions in parts of north and east India on June 25.According to the IMD, conditions remain favourable for the monsoon to move further into Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, the remaining parts of Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand and Bihar over the next two to three days. ❮❯ Read Full StoryThe rain-bear…
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Anand Mahindra moved by 80-year-old violinist playing on Kolkata streets, offers help
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