The Guardian

Pubs, bars and hotels report ‘Burnham bounce’ in optimism but call for further tax relief

Sentiment in hospitality and brewing sectors more positive since business rates action, trade bodies’ survey findsBusiness live – latest updatesPubs, bars and hotels have reported a “Burnham bounce” in optimism as a result of the prime minister’s overtures to the sector, polling suggests, but they warn that the goodwill could evaporate without further tax relief.Andy Burnham has positioned himself as a staunch ally of the UK’s hospitality industry before and since his arrival at No 10, announcin

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NY Times World

Live Updates: Hundreds Missing as Deadly Floods Sweep Away Villages in Nepal

A wall of water crashed through a Himalayan river valley between Nepal and the Chinese territory of Tibet, killing dozens of people, the Nepali authorities said. The missing included border officials, port workers and foreign tourists.

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NY Times World

Chinese state media reports ‘significant’ casualties at a port on the border with Nepal.

general  Aug 26, 2026

NY Times World

Chinese state media reports ‘significant’ casualties at a port on the border with Nepal.

general  Aug 26, 2026

The Guardian

Devon man becomes first person to swim Switzerland’s 10 largest lakes

Neil Gilson completes 230-mile challenge after a ‘tough’ 22-hour crossing of Lac LémanHe staggered rather than sprang out of the lake but it wasn’t surprising.Neil Gilson, a former international athlete, could be forgiven for feeling a little wobbly, having become the first person to swim the 10 largest lakes in Switzerland, a total of about 230 miles (370km). Continue reading...

general  Aug 26, 2026

BBC World

Guinea's president dismisses 173 soldiers, including coup ally, for desertion

It is thought to be part of efforts to consolidate the former coup leader's control.

general  Aug 26, 2026

The Guardian

Inquest opens into death of former Cambridge professor Jason Arday

Academic was found unresponsive by family members, inquest told, as coroner adjourns proceedings to later dateA coroner has formally opened an inquest into the death of Jason Arday, who resigned as a professor at the University of Cambridge amid allegations of plagiarism.Arday, 41, died at his home in Battersea, south London on 14 August, nine days after his resignation. Family members watched the 10-minute hearing at London inner south coroner’s court via a video link. Continue reading...

general  Aug 26, 2026

The Guardian

ICE agent embroiled in interstate extradition dispute after allegedly shooting Venezuelan man

Christian Castro is charged in Minnesota with assault and falsely reporting a crime by anotherSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter emailA US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent accused of firing his gun and wounding a Venezuelan man in the leg is caught in an interstate extradition dispute between Texas and Minnesota – and could walk out of a Texas jail as soon as Wednesday if a federal judge does not intervene.Christian Castro is charged in Minnesota with assault and falsely

general  Aug 26, 2026

The Guardian

Duke and Duchess of Sussex have arrived back in UK, say reports

Harry, Meghan and family expected to enjoy ‘extended stay’ with children Archie and Lilibet already enrolled at schoolThe Duke and Duchess of Sussex have arrived back in the UK, landing at Birmingham airport, according to reports.Prince Harry, Meghan, Prince Archie, seven, and Princess Lilibet, five, are expected to enjoy an “extended stay” in Britain, with the children already enrolled at school in the UK and due to start next week. Continue reading...

general  Aug 26, 2026

The Guardian

Channel 5 drama to examine how Nicola Sturgeon’s ex-husband stole SNP funds

To Nicola, Love Peter will focus on couple’s relationship during 12-year period of embezzlement and fallout of caseChannel 5 is reuniting with the producers of Power: the Downfall of Huw Edwards for a drama about how Nicola Sturgeon’s former husband embezzled £400,000 from the Scottish National party and the impact it had on her reputation.To Nicola, Love Peter will examine the couple’s relationship over the 12-year period that Peter Murrell diverted funds from the SNP while he was the chief exe

general  Aug 26, 2026

Washington Post World

As Europe eyes Russia in sabotage attacks, some in Germany urge tougher stance

European security officials officials said an explosive drone found at Leipzig/Halle airport in Germany fits a pattern of likely Russian aggression across Europe.

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Washington Post World

Prince Harry and Meghan are back in the U.K.

The couple shocked Britain's royal watchers last week with the news they would return to live in the U.K., ending a self-imposed exile in California.

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BBC World

Video shows scale of flash flood hitting Nepal-Tibet border

This video has been edited by the BBC with white flashes, due to the distressing content.

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WSJ World News

Foreign Tourists Among Hundreds Missing After Flash Floods in Nepal and Tibet

Heavy floods washed through border areas of Nepal and China’s Tibet region.

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The Guardian

First Thing: Pause on US immigrant visa leaves thousands of applicants in limbo

All US immigrant visa applications halted as state department moves to tighten restrictions and limit access. Plus tributes pour in for Dolly Parton, who has died aged 80Good morning. All US immigrant visa applications have been paused by the Trump administration as the state department moves to tighten restrictions and limit access to applicants whom they deem could need US assistance. The agency launched the initiative at all embassies and consulates in early August.Applicants with scheduled i

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BBC World

China advises its citizens to leave Taiwan ally Eswatini over 'security risks'

Eswatini is one of 12 countries, and the only one in Africa, that has diplomatic relations with Taiwan.

general  Aug 26, 2026

The Guardian

Murder investigation launched after two die in Middlesbrough house fire

Cleveland police not ruling out links to organised crime as force also continues to investigate circumstances around fatal A66 crashA murder investigation has been launched after a house fire in Middlesbrough killed two people, with police not ruling out links to organised crime.The blaze in the early hours of Wednesday came as police continue to investigate the wider circumstances around a collision on Saturday on the A66 which killed seven people, including two police officers. Continue readin

general  Aug 26, 2026

The Guardian

Hope and concern swirls for Ohioans around ‘world’s largest datacenter’

Piketon datacenter promises to generate thousands of jobs, but environmental groups voice concern over projectOn a winding road tucked away behind forests in the Appalachian foothills of southern Ohio is where OpenAI, Nvidia and Japanese investors are set to spend $500bn on one of the largest artificial intelligence datacenters on the planet.Last March, the energy secretary, Chris Wright, the commerce secretary, Howard Lutnick and a host of Japanese and other dignitaries briefly descended on Pik

general  Aug 26, 2026

BBC World

Door was locked at Pakistan hospital where fire killed 14 babies, witnesses say

A hospital official told the BBC that the door to the ward was not locked, but manned with security guards, to protect the babies.

general  Aug 26, 2026

NY Times World

Prince Harry and Meghan Set to Arrive in Britain, BBC Reports

The broadcaster said that the family were expected to land in the U.K. on Wednesday, without naming its sources.

general  Aug 26, 2026