Alan Shearer surprises LGBTQIA+ football club with grant and kit
Alan Shearer surprised Newcastle Panthers FC, the North East's only LGBTQIA+ friendly football team, with a £2,000 grant and a new kit sponsored by his foundation.
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RSPCA Worker Shows Dog Danger in Hot Car Experiment
An RSPCA worker trapped himself in a car for 25 minutes, recording the temperature soaring to 57.1C to highlight the deadly risk for dogs left in hot vehicles.
Electrical Fire Outside Grainger Market Captured on Video
An electrical fire on Nun Street forced the closure of Newcastle's Grainger Market on Saturday, with dramatic video showing flames and smoke. Firefighters responded at 10:04 am.
SWP Slammed for 'Hurrah She's Dead' Tweet on Widdecombe
The Socialist Workers Party faces backlash after tweeting 'Hurrah! She's dead!' about Ann Widdecombe, who was found dead with a head wound at her Devon home. Police investigate suspected murder.
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Fishy Smell in Home Signals Electrical Fire Risk
A persistent fishy odour in your home could indicate overheating electrical components. Experts warn it's often the only sign of arcing wires, which can lead to fires. Cut power and call an electrician immediately.
Keep Wasps Away in July with One Unexpected Garden Decoration
Hanging a disco ball in your garden can deter wasps by confusing them with scattered sunlight reflections, according to the Ideal Home Show.
Washing Up Liquid for Shower Cleaning: Expert Advice
Households can use washing up liquid to clean shower screens effectively, say experts. Mix one tablespoon with 10 litres of water for a streak-free shine, saving money and avoiding harsh chemicals.
Labour's Irony: Free Childcare for Parents on Benefits
Labour proposes £7bn free childcare for parents on benefits, doubling the annual childcare bill, sparking criticism from Conservatives and concerns over welfare dependency.
Gay Village outdoor seating trial begins after years of campaigning
Manchester's Gay Village launches a trial of outdoor seating on Bloom Street and Richmond Street, aiming to boost daytime trade and create a café-style atmosphere similar to the pandemic era.
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One Million Women Lost Access to Aid, UN Report Finds
At least one million women and girls lost humanitarian support in 18 months due to record foreign aid cuts, UN Women reports, with 84% of women's organizations seeing increased demand and 40% facing closure.
Spain Wildfires: 'Worst Possible Combination' Fuels Blaze
A fast-spreading wildfire in Almería, Spain, killed at least 12 people. Scientists blame extreme heat, strong winds, dry vegetation, and rural depopulation for the deadly conditions.
Readers Share Stories of Musical Blackbirds
Guardian readers share anecdotes of blackbirds mimicking Beethoven, scales, the Godfather theme, typewriters, and Barbie songs.
Guardian View: Pip Must Not Become Another Route for Cuts
Sir Stephen Timms' interim review of Pip aims to reframe disability benefits as enabling independence, but risks becoming a rationing tool under current fiscal rules.
Why Sunscreen Stings and How to Choose a Comfortable SPF
Sunscreen stinging is common but not a reason to skip SPF. Experts explain causes, solutions, and how to pick a comfortable, effective sunscreen.
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Missouri State of Emergency Over Severe Flooding
Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe declared a state of emergency after severe storms caused flash flooding, with 6-12 inches of rain, multiple rescues, and more heavy rain expected through the weekend.
NAACP Demands End of Trump Anticrime Taskforce in Memphis
The NAACP is demanding the suspension of the Memphis Safe Task Force after the deaths of two Black men, calling for a thorough federal investigation into the joint federal-state law enforcement operation.
Trump Taps Climate Skeptic to Lead US Climate Report Program
Matthew Wielicki, a geochemist who denies established climate science, will head the US Global Change Research Program and oversee the National Climate Assessment.
Trump EPA Repeals Endangered Species Habitat Protections
The Trump administration finalized a rule removing habitat protections from the Endangered Species Act, allowing logging, mining, and development in critical habitats, despite widespread public opposition.
Bangkok event: hundreds sit still for an hour of doing nothing
About 300 people attended a 'just sitting and not doing shit' event in Bangkok's Lumphini Park, responding to a Facebook call to escape screens and protest capitalism by spending an hour being 'useless'.
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Flying Foxes Top NSW Wildlife Entanglement Cases
Flying foxes account for two-thirds of wildlife entanglement cases in NSW, with grey-headed flying foxes particularly affected. Simple actions like using wildlife-friendly netting can reduce deaths.
Troubled Reflecting Pool Drained Again Amid Algae Issues
Workers drained the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool again, as the Trump administration blames vandals for algae blooms and peeling paint. The project's cost exceeds $16 million.
Zelenskyy Creates Long-Range Command to Strike Russian Energy
Ukraine establishes a 'long-range impact' command to target Russian energy infrastructure, as drone strikes damage tankers and refineries, forcing Moscow to ban diesel exports and restrict Sea of Azov shipping.
Harvest Arrives Three Weeks Earlier in Lincolnshire
Harvest in Lincolnshire starts three weeks earlier than 20 years ago, with winter barley first amid heatwaves and climate challenges.
Everything Is Heating Up Except the Barbecue Cartoon
Becky Barnicoat's latest cartoon humorously captures the irony of rising temperatures while barbecues remain cold, highlighting climate change's impact on summer traditions.
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Census Format Change Could End Australia's Religious Majority
A new survey suggests Australia would no longer be a majority religious country if the census question format changed. When asked a direct yes/no, 54% selected 'no religion', versus 43% under current format.
UK Teachers Struggle as Classrooms Exceed 40C in Extreme Heat
UK classrooms hit over 40C, causing fainting and heatstroke; teachers call for urgent adaptations as 1,000+ schools closed in June heatwave.
13 Myths About Heatwaves Busted by Climate Scientist
Prof Ed Hawkins debunks 13 common misconceptions about heatwaves, confirming human-caused climate change is real and urgent action is needed.
Climate Crisis Reshapes Tour de France: Extreme Heat Adaptation
The Tour de France faces unprecedented heatwaves, pushing riders to limits. Teams use 80-100kg ice daily, ice baths, and custom lollies. Organisers may shift July dates due to global heating.
World Cup Upsets Old Order Despite Trump and Fifa
The 2026 World Cup challenges geopolitical hierarchies as underdogs triumph and multiculturalism shines, despite Trump's interference and Fifa's greed, inspiring hope for global fairness.
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London Tube Passengers Swelter Above Legal Cattle Limit
London tube passengers endure temperatures exceeding 34°C, higher than the legal limit for cattle transport, as the aging infrastructure struggles to adapt to heatwaves.
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