JD Sports Profit Falls, Closes 24 UK Stores
JD Sports Fashion reports a 6.4% profit decline and 24 store closures in the UK, citing weak consumer demand and uncertainty from the Iran war. Global sales rose 2.1% to £12.66bn.
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18 Arrested in LA Drug Crackdown at MacArthur Park
Federal authorities arrested 18 people in a crackdown on drug trafficking in MacArthur Park, targeting fentanyl and methamphetamine distribution linked to gangs.
Crisis Support Fails Non-Residents Like Bikram Lama
Despite public outrage over the death of homeless non-resident Bikram Lama, Australia's crisis support system remains inaccessible to many, highlighting systemic failures.
Australia Mandates Gas Reservation for Domestic Supply
Gas companies must reserve 20% of exports for domestic use from 2027, while Victoria approves a new gasfield project amid environmental concerns.
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Man earning $90k feels pathetic living with parents at 26
A 26-year-old Australian earning $90k reveals the 'humiliating' reality of living with parents, sparking debate on housing affordability for singles.
Shell Posts £5.1bn Profit Amid Iran War Chaos
Shell's quarterly profit surged to £5.1bn, more than doubling from the previous quarter, driven by higher oil and gas prices amid the Iran war. Critics highlight soaring household bills.
Over 100 UK flights cancelled in May as fuel prices surge
More than 100 flights from UK airports cancelled in May due to surging jet fuel prices, with June also seeing reductions. Airlines consolidate to save fuel.
Giulio Pellizzari: Italy's New Hope for Giro d'Italia
Giulio Pellizzari, 22, emerges as a top contender for the Giro d'Italia, aiming to end Italy's decade-long drought. Can he challenge favourite Jonas Vingegaard?
German Tourist Wins Payout Over Sunbed Towel Reservations
A German tourist won £850 after his family couldn't find sun loungers due to towel reservations. The court ruled the holiday package was 'defective'.
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AI Kills Great Resignation but Super Quitters Save for Pivot
The Great Resignation is over as AI fears keep workers in jobs. But a new wave of 'super quitters' is saving aggressively to fund mid-career pivots away from automation.
Liverpool 2025/26 Squad Review: Keep, Sell, Loan or Bench
Liverpool face a crucial summer rebuild after a disappointing title defence. Our squad review assesses who should stay, go, or be loaned out.
Seven Australian Banks Cut Rates Amid Mortgage Hikes
Seven Australian banks have cut interest rates, bucking the trend as the RBA hikes rates. Homeowners brace for third mortgage increase, with variable rates set to rise.
Rice Sets Target as Kiwior Seals £19m Arsenal Exit
Declan Rice demands Arsenal win all remaining games to secure Premier League title, while Jakub Kiwior completes permanent £19m move to Porto after loan spell.
Australia Forces Gas Giants to Reserve Supply for Domestic Use
The Albanese government announces a scheme requiring east coast gas producers to reserve a portion of output for domestic use from July 2025, aiming to prevent shortages and reduce prices.
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Asian Shares Rise on Hormuz Reopening Hopes, Oil Above $100
Asian markets jumped as investors bet on a US-Iran deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with oil prices holding above $100 a barrel amid global rally.
Landlord Warns of $370 Weekly Rent Rise if Gearing Ends
A landlord warns he will raise rent by $370 weekly if negative gearing is abolished in the federal budget, sparking debate on housing affordability.
Ted Turner Remembered: Braves Owner, America's Cup Winner
Reactions to billionaire Ted Turner's death at 87 highlight his impact on sports, including owning the Atlanta Braves, managing a game in 1977, and winning the America's Cup.
Runner Dies During Cocodona 250 Ultramarathon in Arizona
A participant died from a medical emergency during the Cocodona 250 ultramarathon in Arizona. The race continued in the runner's honor amid safety concerns.
IPPR Proposes Speed Limits and Energy Caps for Iran War Fallout
A Labour-linked think tank warns the Iran conflict could push UK inflation to 5.8% and cost the Treasury £8bn annually, proposing speed limits and energy caps.
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Lower Speed Limits to Avoid £8bn Iran War Cost: IPPR
The IPPR warns the Iran war could cost the UK £8bn via higher borrowing costs and taxes, urging lower speed limits and a £2,000 energy price cap to curb inflation.
Iran War Could Cost UK £8bn: Think Tank Suggests Speed Limits
IPPR modelling warns inflation could hit 5.8% and cost Treasury £8bn yearly if Iran conflict continues. Proposes lower speed limits, energy price cap, and fuel duty cut.
Australia's $10bn Fuel Security Plan Criticised by Greens
Australia commits over $10bn to boost fuel reserves amid Middle East conflict, but environmentalists argue it misses opportunity to transition to renewables.
US Public Transit Lags, $4.6 Trillion Needed to Catch Up
A new report reveals US cities require $4.6 trillion to achieve world-class public transit, highlighting stark disparities with European and Asian counterparts.
WNBA Players Celebrate Landmark Pay Boost Under New CBA
The WNBA's new collective bargaining agreement dramatically increases salaries, with minimum pay rising from $66,000 to $270,000, transforming players' lives and future planning.
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Moana Pasifika Collapse: Pacific Rugby Under NRL Threat
Moana Pasifika's collapse and a $240m NRL war-chest threaten Pacific rugby. China's growing influence via rugby diplomacy adds pressure on Samoa, Tonga, and Fiji.
Slash Poorer Nations' Debt Costs to Free $900bn Annually
A report to the UN claims cutting debt servicing for poorer countries could free up $900bn yearly for development, as G77 nations spend $8tn annually on repayments.
Airlines Use Fuel Surcharges as Costs Surge, UK Survey
Airlines and other service sector firms are increasingly using fuel surcharges to cover soaring costs, as a survey shows businesses raised prices at the fastest rate in three years.
Best Filing System? Throw Every Paper in the Bin
Adrian Chiles reflects on his lifelong struggle with paperwork, envying a friend who bins everything, and concludes that drastic action is needed to overcome the chaos of filing.
Trainline Warns Middle East Tensions Hit Rail Bookings
Trainline reports profits up 43% to £122m but expects flat or declining revenues due to Middle East geopolitical tensions affecting inbound air traffic to Europe.
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Runner Dies During 253-Mile Arizona Ultramarathon
A participant in the Cocodona 250 ultramarathon in Arizona died after a serious medical emergency. The race continues in the runner's honor.
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