'Stand ready' for more interest rate rises, IMF says
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'Stand ready' for more interest rate rises, IMF says
Australia's economy was in a strong position before poor productivity and war in the Middle East helped push inflation into the red zone, the IMF says.
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Iran and iPhones add to Reserve Bank's inflation pickle
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SportsNCAA admits replay errors, reiterates it cannot change result of Western Michigan-Michigan game
Western Michigan and its conference have insisted Michigan should not have been given an extra second in its dramatic win over the Broncos two weeks ago. The NCAA agrees, but said it can't do anything about it. The NCAA Football Bowl Subdivision Oversight Committee announced Wednesday that proper replay protocols weren't followed in Michigan's Hail Mary win, altering the outcome of the game.
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PoliticsTrump Fearmongers On Crime In North Carolina Rally For Michael Whatley
He leveled attacks on former Gov. Roy Cooper, who has been leading in the polls.
HuffPost
SportsPete Alonso gets another ovation from Mets fans after hitting latest homer in return to Citi Field
Pete Alonso hit another home run against his former team Wednesday night — and received another ovation from New York Mets fans still smarting over his departure for the Baltimore Orioles last December. Alonso, who launched his 300th career homer Tuesday night to tie that game in the ninth inning, went deep in the first this time off emergency starter Xzavion Curry. The midweek crowd at Citi Field stood and applauded prior to the Polar Bear's at-bat and chanted “Pete Alonso!” before he drove a 74 mph curveball 410 feet into the second deck in left.
NewsParamount eyeing California exit as it looks for office space in Nashville, report says
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and California Attorney General Rob Bonta were reportedly alerted to an impending exit announcement, though the deadline passed without a formal statement from the studio
The Independent
CelebritySean ‘Diddy’ Combs' Attorneys File Motion To Drop Him As Client
Combs claimed he “won’t let anyone take advantage of me by overcharging me and running up bills that were never approved.”
PoliticsAw, Kash Patel Thinks He Can Pull Off This Trump Trademark
Experts explain why the rhetorical move works for the president and almost no one else — and why copying it could be risky for Patel.
NewsNepal floods an ‘unprecedented’ climate disaster beyond scope of warning systems, scientists say
Scientists warn disaster of this kind could not have been predicted with tools currently available
The Independent
HealthCosmetic procedures ‘shouldn’t be performed on patients with body dysmorphia’, health officials say
New draft guidance says the patient should be referred to a specialist instead
The Independent
PoliticsFrail Mitch McConnell appears to need assist from fellow Republicans after he nearly votes wrong way in Senate
McConnell is accused of nearly voting with Democrats by mistake at Agriculture committee meeting
The Independent
CelebrityPalace hits back at Earl Spencer’s Diana book claims: ‘Grief can cloud reason’
Princess Diana’s brother claimed that Charles had said she would forgotten ‘soon enough’ in the days after her death
The Independent
NewsHundreds of experts urge Burnham to reject new North Sea drilling days before PM meets Trump for the first time
Almost 600 climate scientists, health professionals and conservationists have warned against approving the Rosebank oil field
The Independent
EntertainmentHenry VIII enforcer ‘secretly saved Catholic book he was meant to destroy’
New research suggests Sir John Gage, who remained a Catholic throughout the Reformation, shielded a manuscript of Nicholas Love’s early 15th-century Mirror Of The Blessed Life Of Jesus Christ
The Independent
NewsExisting drug may slow progression of MS in ‘exciting’ world-first trial
The antioxidant and anti-inflammatory medicine, alpha-lipoic acid, has moved to the second stage of the trial
The Independent
HealthBreast cancer patients given ‘new sense of hope’ after life-extending drug made available after U-turn
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (Nice) announced that it has reversed an initial decision to reject the drug for widespread use for the NHS in England
The Independent
NewsUnion demands mandatory pay audits to tackle gender discrimination
Unison wants major employers to be mandated to evaluate their pay structure regularly
The Independent
SportsTodd Boehly and Mark Walter sell Chelsea shares, Clearlake now has full control
Todd Boehly and fellow co-owner Mark Walter have sold their stakes in Chelsea, handing full control to Clearlake Capital, the English Premier League club said on Wednesday. “Chelsea Football Club today announced affiliates of Clearlake Capital Group will acquire the ownership interest of Todd Boehly,” it said in a statement. “As part of the transition, Clearlake will also acquire Mark Walter's ownership interest and therefore acquire full control of the club.”
NewsPassenger fatally punched Elizabeth line worker after missing his train
TfL worker Jorge Ortega, 61, hit his head on the concrete platform at Ilford station, east London, after being struck by a single blow from Ayodele Jamgbadi
The Independent
CelebrityLena Dunham welcomes first child with husband Luis Felber via surrogate
Dunham said the baby was born 13 days late and detailed the process of preparing for parenthood in an essay for Vogue
The Independent
SportsA late-season rally flips the AL Central race as the Guardians edge ahead of White Sox
Stephen Vogt and the Cleveland Guardians are used to the late-season pressure of trying not only to clinch a postseason spot, but also to win a division title. Wednesday’s 6-3 win moved the Guardians (78-75) one-half game ahead of the White Sox (77-75). Cleveland is off Thursday before starting a three-game series against the Athletics.
NewsForklift incident sparks fears Trump could demolish Kennedy Center after closure
Congresswoman leading legal battle against Trump’s takeover demands emergency court hearing
The Independent
PoliticsTrump’s Wars, Both Real And Trade, Are Now Hiking Americans’ Borrowing Costs, Too
The Federal Reserve hiked interest rates for the first time since 2023, citing “geopolitical” factors beyond its control.
SportsTwins top Yankees 5-4 in 13 innings on Caratini's single after Judge leaves early with leg tightness
Luke Keaschall went 3 for 5 and scored from second base on Victor Caratini's game-ending single in the 13th inning Wednesday, sending the Minnesota Twins past the New York Yankees 5-4. After Yankees relievers got the Twins to ground into inning-ending double plays in the 9th, 10th and 12th innings, John Schreiber (2-4) took the hard-luck loss. Leading off the 13th with Keaschall on second, pinch-hitter Caratini smacked an 0-1 sinker straight up the middle that rookie shortstop George Lombard Jr. charged but had scoot underneath his glove.
NewsUK armed forces member killed in Ukraine road traffic accident named by MoD
Major Paul Wilks, 40, was killed in a traffic accident away from the front lines on Saturday
The Independent
PoliticsRepublican senator grills Trump’s surgeon general nominee over childhood vaccine stance
Broad scientific consensus has established no connection exists between childhood vaccines and autism, though the Trump administration has repeatedly sought to re-examine the topic
The Independent
HealthI tested Silicon Valley’s “DeathClock” AI — it added a decade to my life expectancy in 24 hours
FIRST PERSON: When Holly Baxter signed up for a health questionnaire and some bloodwork with new AI startup DeathClock, she wasn’t prepared for what would happen next
The Independent
NewsDriver who crashed into LA bus before NBC helicopter accident arrested on murder charges
The suspect was driving a 2004 Ford Expedition the wrong way before running a red light and slamming into the transit vehicle
The Independent
NewsMan who was duct-taped on American Airlines flight after alleged violent outburst breaks his silence
Layne Lundeen told a judge in Annapolis, Maryland that he cannot remember anything that happened on the flight
The Independent
BusinessPresident Trump-splains economy to Fed in rant after first interest rate hike in 3 years
President conflates central bank’s interest rate with what a consumer would pay based on a credit score
The Independent
CelebrityBands Challenge Ed Sheeran Over Macklemore Being Dropped From Tour
People aren’t holding back their thoughts about the “Shape Of You” singer.
CelebrityKelly Osbourne Explains Why There’s No Hope For Reconciliation With Her Estranged Sister
“I don’t want you in my life,” the reality star said of her sister Aimee.
ScienceUS troops must be ready for space combat around moon, Trump’s top military adviser says
China created its own dedicated military space unit in 2024, assigning it to enhance its capability to handle conflicts in space
The Independent
BusinessDivisions emerge in the tech industry over calls for a coordinated AI slowdown
Fears about out-of-control artificial intelligence and suggestions to hit the brakes on the technology's development aren't new, but they have recently found new life as warnings about rogue AI systems causing mayhem grow louder. Several leading AI executives recently voiced agreement on a need for a coordinated slowdown, including international collaboration, to protect humanity from worst-case scenarios. Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei has issued the most detailed plans for slowing development and ushering in coordination across different companies and countries.
CelebrityEmmy Winner Says She 'REALLY' Hopes 1 Painful Thing Happens To Ed Sheeran
Hannah Einbinder — an outspoken advocate for Palestinians — criticized Sheeran for his response to the Macklemore drama.
NewsPip claimants paid more than £600,000 after DWP admits error
Payments worth an average £2,100 were paid out after incorrect advice was given
The Independent
NewsKennedy Center Act Cancels Show Over Board Vote ‘We Don’t Feel Comfortable Supporting’
"So much trouble, all because the president wants his name on the building,” Matt Pond PA said in a statement.
NewsNational park blasts visitors after black bear feeding forces euthanasia: ‘Poor decisions’
‘It is everyone’s responsibility to help keep bears wild,’ Grand Teton National Park officials say
The Independent
PoliticsPeople Are Celebrating Joyce Beatty For Standing Up To Trump — Here’s What She Said That’s So Huge
The congresswoman has figured out “how to get ahead of the Trump machine,” and she’s being celebrated for it.
NewsShadow Chancellor warns Labour against tax rises and red tape for small businesses
In his first major speech Andrew Griffith will also urge the Government to take further steps to help small businesses and self-employed people
The Independent
PoliticsBillionaire Leon Black held in contempt of Congress by House over Epstein investigation
Black's lawyers have denounced the Oversight Committee's pursuit of the former head of a private equity firm as an abuse of congressional power
The Independent
PoliticsExperts Warn Trump’s War Against Mail Voting Is Causing This Overlooked Issue — And Everyone Needs To Pay Attention
Trump’s war against mail voting in the courts may be confusing voters. Here’s what you need to know.
NewsSolar panel grants UK: What’s available, who qualifies and how to apply
Solar panel grants can cover some or all of the installation cost for eligible households. Our energy editor explains the funding available across the UK in 2026 and how to apply
The Independent
CelebrityAOC deletes Ed Sheeran from her playlist but says he’s not the real villain in Macklemore controversy
‘We need to be very clear about how dangerous a precedent this is,’ the congresswoman said about Robert Kraft’s decision to drop the rapper from the US tour
The Independent
NewsBody of last Hurricane Helene victim in Tennessee found 2 years later
Nancy Tucker, 76, disappeared along with her husband, whose body was recovered within a couple of days
The Independent
SportsMax Verstappen overtakes 100 go-kart drivers to win Silverstone exhibition race
The four-time Formula One world champion saw off a field consisting of content creators, fans and athletes to win the challenge
The Independent
LifestyleThis is how much money solar panels can save you on your energy bills
Solar panels can cut electricity bills and reduce reliance on the grid, but actual savings vary widely depending on your home, energy use and tariff
The Independent
CelebrityPrincess Diana's Brother Claims King Charles Hissed: 'We’ll Forget Her Soon Enough!'
Buckingham Palace released a rare statement in response to the story.
NewsDisgraced former megachurch pastor Robert Morris seen with black eye in new sex offender registry photo
Robert Morris, who founded Gateway Church, was found guilty last year of sexually assaulting a young girl decades ago
The Independent
PoliticsTrump’s Crypto Conflict Of Interest Killed The Industry’s Dream Bill
“Donald Trump has enriched himself at such a grotesque level, it’s hard to see the sun around that,” Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass). told HuffPost.
SportsSaudi club fined and ordered to play behind closed doors after apparent Diogo Jota fan taunts
Saudi club Al-Taawon has been fined and ordered to play behind closed doors after video appeared to show fans chanting about the late Portugal forward Diogo Jota. The Saudi soccer federation said fans had “chanted phrases and slogans that violated” its ethics. Al-Taawon was fined 100,000 Saudi Riyals (around $26,700) and ordered to play its next two home games without fans.
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