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After 14 years, Massachusetts dam removal begins to restore 7 miles of stream
Fear and attacks grip Taybeh, the last all-Christian town in the West Bank
Historic Taybeh, a Palestinian Christian town in the occupied West Bank, targeted by settlers in coordinated attacks.
Nigel Farage wins Clacton byelection in contest boycotted by other main parties
Reform UK leader fails to appear for result, despite beating nearest challenger, Count Binface, and 32 other candidatesClacton byelection – UK politics liveNigel Farage has seen off Count Binface to win the Clacton byelection in a contest boycotted by every other major political party.The Reform UK leader in July triggered the byelection in an attempt to shake off a deepening scandal over a £5m gi...
Nigel Farage wins Clacton byelection in contest boycotted by every other major party
Reform UK leader beats nearest challenger, Count Binface, in byelection he caused amid deepening scandal over £5m giftClacton byelection – UK politics liveNigel Farage has seen off Count Binface to win the Clacton byelection in a contest boycotted by every other major political party.The Reform UK leader in July triggered the byelection in an attempt to shake off a deepening scandal over a £5m gif...
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Record rainfall leaves four dead, thousands stranded in Japan
Record rainfall in Chiba claims lives as more than 22,000 households without power on busy Bon Buddhist holiday week.
‘The real challenge starts after sundown’: Europe’s heatwave boosted solar by up to 17% on hot days
A surge in solar power has helped meet heightened power demand from Europe’s blistering heatwaves, according to a new analysis.
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Hot topic: why is Burnham so reluctant to talk about the climate crisis?
Extreme heat is harming the wellbeing of the ordinary people the PM champions, yet he has ignored the subjectFrom the first day Andy Burnham came into office, climate scientists, campaigners and some of the ordinary people surviving through this summer of extreme heat began to wonder when he would start to talk about the climate crisis.Up until this week, many held back from criticism. After all, ...
Searches for UK homes with air conditioning more than double
Most owners would consider installing aircon as heatwaves lead buyers to focus on ability to stay cool, Rightmove saysSearches for homes for sale in the UK with air conditioning have more than doubled this summer as heatwaves push staying cool up the list of priorities for homebuyers, alongside nearness to good schools and transport links.In the week of the UK’s fifth heatwave, in which temperatur...
Builders, bakers and cheeseburger-makers: the UK workers struggling in extreme heat
From chefs to paramedics, workers tell the Guardian how they are coping and unions outline the changes needed in the workplaceIn the sweltering kitchen of the Plimsoll pub in north London, the head chef, Joshua Swinney, has a frozen tea towel wrapped around his neck to combat the heat.As temperatures exceeded 35C (95F) in the capital, workers who were not lucky enough to be in air-conditioned offi...
SMIC weighs more capacity as AI-related chip demand exceeds forecasts
Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation (SMIC) is actively looking at adding equipment in its factories after demand for mature-node chips used alongside AI processors surged beyond expectations, according to company management. China’s largest contract chipmaker said on Friday that customer orders had increased significantly from its forecasts earlier this year, driven by a global a...
Northern Lights travel bucket list: Unique trips and experiences to book in 2026-2027
Witnessing the Aurora Borealis is top of the bucket list for many travellers. In this guide, we pick out some of the best Northern Lights trips and experiences to book in 2026 and 2027.
Actor Henry Cavill draws crowds as neon-lit set evokes memories of old Hong Kong
Hong Kong’s once-iconic neon signs and outdoor hawker stalls were brought back to life as hundreds flocked to Central for a glimpse of British actor Henry Cavill, who was in the city filming a new movie. Cavill, known for his roles as Superman and Geralt in the television series The Witcher, was filming in the city on Thursday night. It followed an earlier announcement that he would star in the fa...
'Unprecedented' rains in Japan kill four people
The storm cut power to more than 20,000 households and left 7,000 people stranded at Tokyo's Narita airport.
Salvage work begins on tanker leaking oil off Oman, risk firm says
Environmental NGO Greenpeace warns that spill has rapidly expanded to 1,300 square kilometres, threatening ecosystems.
Hong Kong to list first Shanghai free-trade zone bond to defend yuan hub status
Hong Kong is set to welcome its first Shanghai free-trade zone offshore bond, using the landmark listing to defend its status as the world’s pre-eminent offshore yuan hub, amid mounting competition from its mainland rival. Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing announced on Thursday that Shanghai Electric Global Capital – a financing arm of power and industrial equipment manufacturer Shanghai Electric –...
How much power does the US hold in Venezuela?
After Maduro’s removal, US influence in Venezuela soared, but experts say Washington may still have to ‘own’ Venezuela.
Scientists map how spacecraft design could affect astronauts’ mental health
Could the design of a spacecraft affect astronauts’ mental health? Scientists have mapped how everything from lighting and privacy to shared spaces could shape wellbeing on long missions to the Moon and Mars.
News live: Bragg backtracks on claim low-income Australians should accept ‘sub-standard’ homes; former CFMEU boss John Setka charged
Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAlbanese says gambling inducements are ‘over the top’Albanese said gambling inducements are “over the top and need to be wound back”.Look, we’re working constructively across the parliament to put in place these reforms. They are important.The problem is addiction and when someone has an addiction, if there are indu...
Trump orders Navy to return to older system of launching jets off aircraft carriers
According to a directive issued Thursday, the new mandate would likely cost billions of dollars and revert the Navy’s most advanced ships to a system that takes more sailors to operate and is more difficult to maintain.
Black Forest coolcation: tourism in Germany surges in 2026
In Spain and Italy, the Black Forest is an extremely popular holiday destination. But Germany has set a different record with other visitors.
Al Jazeera speaks to Count Binface as Farage claims Clacton victory
Al Jazeera’s Jonah Hull spoke to candidate for MP, Count Binface, as votes were counted in Clacton.
Hongkongers stranded after storm disrupts trains and roads to Narita airport
Hong Kong tour groups returning from Japan’s capital are seeking alternative routes to Narita airport after a record rainstorm on Thursday disrupted transport and left thousands of travellers stranded, including Hongkongers who spent the night on trains and in other facilities. Cathay Pacific Airways, the city’s flag carrier, said on Friday it would waive rebooking and re-routing fees to give affe...
Hongkongers stranded after storm disrupts trains and roads to Narita Airport
Hong Kong tour groups returning from Japan’s capital are seeking alternative routes to Narita Airport after a record rainstorm on Thursday disrupted transport and left thousands of travellers stranded, including Hongkongers who spent the night on trains and at the airport. Cathay Pacific, the city’s flag carrier, said on Friday it would waive rebooking and rerouting fees to give affected customers...
Water supply for three US states drips down, Lake Mead at record low
The largest reservoir in the United States, located on the border of Arizona and Nevada, just hit a record low.
White House claims billions lost each year to tariff evasion through third countries
The US loses billions in annual revenue to the practice of routing goods through intermediate countries to disguise their origin, a White House report has estimated. Peter Navarro said US Customs was already using AI to identify offenders.
White House says it’s losing $19B-$26B a year in revenue as countries dodge tariffs
White House says it’s losing $19B-$26B a year in revenue as countries dodge tariffs
US shifts Iran war goal, says cheaper oil for Americans is top priority
The top US priority now in the Iran war is no longer its nuclear programme but to bring petrol prices down for American consumers, the vice-president said on Thursday, with the treasury secretary adding that new economic punishment to wear down Tehran is imminent. The comments by Vice-President J.D. Vance and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent illustrate the powerful leverage Tehran has gained by sh...
China tests canal link to Southeast Asia; rocket failure concerns: SCMP’s 7 highlights
We have selected seven stories from this week’s news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. China completes milestone test of US$10.8 billion canal link to Southeast Asia Chinese authorities have conducted the first full trans...