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Democrat Sarah McBride will contest lone House seat, while Lisa Blunt Rochester aims to be state’s first Black senatorDelaware could elect the first openly transgender member of Congress and the state’s first Black US senator in November.On Tuesday, Sarah McBride, a state senator, won the Democratic primary for Delaware’s lone seat in the US House of Representatives and now has the chance to make history as the first openly transgender person elected to Congress. Continue reading... Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/sep/11/delaware-transgender-sarah-mcbride-congress-first Author : Associated Press Publish date : 2024-09-11 11:58:48 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Donald Trump says this was his ‘best ever debate’ after fiery encounter with Kamala Harris and attacks Taylor Swift for endorsing his rivalHarris targets Trump on abortion and immigrationHarris-Trump debate: key takeawaysTaylor Swift endorses Kamala HarrisRussia has accused both presidential candidates of using Vladimir Putin’s name as part of a domestic political fights, saying: “we really, really don’t like it”.Presidential spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Wednesday that the US was hostile and negative towards Russia, Reuters reports, and the Kremlin hoped that candidates would drop such references to Putin. Continue reading... Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/live/2024/sep/11/donald-trump-kamala-harris-us-presidential-debate-reaction-news-updates Author : Tom Bryant (now);

Kamala Harris kept Donald Trump on the defensive as he devolved into bizarre and false tangents about crowd sizes, abortion and immigration. Plus: how to get a better night’s sleepGood morning.Kamala Harris and Donald Trump faced off in a presidential debate in Philadelphia on Tuesday, with Harris landing a number of blows as Trump spouted bizarre falsehoods about abortion and immigration.What were the most memorable moments? After Harris wrapped one remark with a jab about Trump’s crowd sizes, Trump began to ramble – about immigrants eating people’s pets. “In Springfield, they’re eating the dogs, the people that came in, they’re

British steel industry braced for 2,500 job cuts at the Port Talbot steelworks Yesterday around 1,700 prisoners in England and Wales were let out under an early release scheme announced by the government. Ministers say they have had to do this because the prisons are full. But the Conservatives don’t accept this, and the topic is likely to come up at PMQs.James Cleverly, the shadow home secretary and Tory leadership candidate, told Sky News this morning that this “mass amnesty” was not necessary. He said:The reason there was congestion in our prison system is because unlike many other countries during

Plan to rename group the Campbell’s Company part of shift in focus to other food it sellsBosses at Campbell Soup Company, whose cans feature in one of Andy Warhol’s best known 1960s pop artworks, have announced plans to drop ‘soup’ from its name after more than 100 years.Its chief executive, Mark Clouse, said the decision to rename the group the Campbell’s Company was part of a shift in focus to the other snack foods and jarred sauces it sold. Continue reading... Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/business/article/2024/sep/11/campbells-to-drop-soup-from-company-name-after-102-years Author : Jack Simpson Publish date : 2024-09-11 08:25:02 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to

Police accuse some anti-war protesters of throwing acid and other objects amid criticism of officers’ tactics outside Land Forces expoFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastDozens of police and protesters have been injured and 39 people arrested amid a series of confrontations at an anti-war protest in the Melbourne CBD in which pepper spray was deployed and horse faeces thrown at officers.Fires broke out while police responded to a rally outside the Land Forces exposition – an international military conference – at the Melbourne Convention and

Victoria police arrest 47-year-old after alleged theft of Drew Ginn’s medals in Docklands last weekFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastA man has been charged after four Olympic medals – including three gold – belonging to one of the members of Australia’s popular “Oarsome Foursome” rowing team were allegedly stolen from a car in Melbourne.Victoria police said Drew Ginn’s medals from four consecutive Olympics were in the back of a Land Rover that was parked on Cumberland Street in Docklands when they were allegedly stolen last

Brian Earl Johnston, who stabbed and set wife on fire, tells Brisbane court Bradley Bell did not know of murder plotFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe man who murdered Kelly Wilkinson has told a jury a workmate accused of aiding him in the crime did not know of his plan to kill.Convicted murderer Brian Earl Johnston, 37, on Wednesday was called as a witness during the Brisbane supreme court trial of Bradley Bell, who has pleaded not guilty to murder. Continue reading... Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/article/2024/sep/11/kelly-wilkinson-murder-trial-bradley-bell-brian-earl-johnston-ntwnfb Author

Woman says her spirits are buoyed by messages of support from around the world after attack at Hanlon ParkMessages of support from around the world have inspired the parents of a baby badly burnt when a man threw hot coffee on him in a Brisbane park.But the nine-month-old’s mother was “very angry” that she may have to wait years for justice after the alleged attacker fled the country. Continue reading... Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/article/2024/sep/11/hot-coffee-on-baby-case-hanlon-park-brisbane-extradition-ntwnfb Author : Australian Associated Press Publish date : 2024-09-11 04:54:48 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Follow for fact-checking updates on key statements made by the presidential candidatesHarris-Trump debate – live updatesHow to watch the Trump-Harris debateDonald Trump has repeatedly made false and misleading claims about immigrants “eating the pets”, his connection to Project 2025, the Central Park Five, among other topics, during his debate with Kamala Harris on Tuesday in Philadelphia.At the first debate of this presidential election cycle in June – when Joe Biden was still the Democratic party’s nominee – moderators took a completely hands-off approach to factchecking. The light moderation meant that lies and half-truths, most frequently from Trump, went unchallenged during

Despite criticism of the series in France, Macron will appear as herself in the show’s fourth season when new episodes arrive on ThursdayFrench first lady Brigitte Macron will make a cameo appearance as herself in the Netflix series Emily in Paris when new episodes are released on Thursday.Macron will wear her own clothing, Elle magazine revealed on Tuesday, “with no particular instructions given to her” by the series known for its fashion. Continue reading... Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/article/2024/sep/11/brigitte-macron-cameo-emily-in-paris-netflix Author : Michael Sun with Agence France-Presse Publish date : 2024-09-11 00:31:24 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Harris and Trump expected to go on attack when debate kicks off at 9pm ET, as polls show one of tightest US election races everHow to watch the Trump-Harris debateThe Harris-Walz campaign will be putting on a drone show over the Philadelphia Art Museum prior to the debate.Per the campaign, “this drone show will serve as a perfect opener as eyes turn to the debate stage, where Vice President Harris will make her case for her popular”. The show “will echo some of the popular messaging this campaign and grassroots supporters have latched onto,” according to a campaign statement. It

Researchers say cost-effective treatment that cuts heart disease and stroke risk is linked to better health in older ageMost people over 70 should consider taking statins, researchers say, adding that they are cost-effective and linked to better health outcomes for the age group.Heart disease and stroke are leading causes of death and disability globally. As we age, our risk of heart disease or stroke increases. Statins are proven to reduce that risk by reducing levels of “bad” cholesterol – low-density lipids – in the blood and are widely used by middle-aged patients. But they are less commonly taken by those

The proposal, which does not constitute a formal offer, reportedly values the real-estate portal at more than £5.5bnREA, the Australian property company majority-owned by Rupert Murdoch’s News Corp, has started talks with Rightmove, the UK’s biggest online real-estate portal.The initial proposal, which does not constitute a formal offer, is reportedly in the low-700p a share range, which would value the firm at more than £5.5bn. Continue reading... Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/business/article/2024/sep/10/rupert-murdoch-owned-property-company-rea-in-talks-with-rightmove Author : Mark Sweney Publish date : 2024-09-10 21:54:49 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

IDF expresses ‘regret’ over death of Ayşenur Ezgi Eygi on West Bank while US calls it ‘unprovoked and unjustified’Israel’s military has said it was highly likely its troops fired the shot that killed Ayşenur Ezgi Eygi, the American-Turkish woman killed at a protest in the occupied West Bank.The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said her death was unintentional and expressed deep regret. Continue reading... Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/world/article/2024/sep/10/israel-says-highly-likely-its-troops-killed-turkish-american-aysenur-ezgi-eygi Author : Jason Burke Publish date : 2024-09-10 21:04:09 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Opposition leader wants ‘more excavators digging and more gas flowing’. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastKing Charles and Queen Camilla will hear about the global impacts of the climate crisis, meet political and community leaders, and inspect naval ships during their visit to Australia next month.Buckingham Palace and the Australian government have released details about the royal visit scheduled to run from 18 October to 23 October, with stops in Canberra and Sydney. Continue reading... Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2024/sep/11/australia-politics-live-dutton-cut-green-tape-miners-mining-king-royal-visit-plans-asylum-seekers-universities-student-caps-vaping Author : Martin Farrer Publish date : 2024-09-10 20:38:55 Copyright for syndicated content

Judge dismisses election board member’s lawsuit because of an incorrect party name, but she is allowed to refileA lawsuit arguing that county election board members in Georgia have the discretion to refuse to certify election results has been dismissed on a technicality, but the judge noted it could be refiled.Fulton county election board member Julie Adams filed a lawsuit in May asking a judge to declare that the county election board members’ duties “are discretionary, not ministerial, in nature”. At issue is a Georgia law that says the county officials “shall” certify results after engaging in a process to make

Inspired by Finnish success story, mayor Andy Burnham says unconditional homes policy ‘saves public money’The Greater Manchester mayor, Andy Burnham, has turned to Finland for bold lessons in how to tackle rough sleeping in the city.Burnham has said he is committed to making the region “the first in the UK to adopt a housing-first philosophy like Finland”. A scheme launched there in 2008 which gives people homes when they need them, without conditions attached, has brought down homelessness by 70% and eradicated poverty-based homelessness completely. Continue reading... Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/article/2024/sep/10/manchester-turns-to-housing-first-scheme-to-eradicate-rough-sleeping Author : Hannah Al-Othman Publish date : 2024-09-10 18:29:43

Despite desire to improve relations with Europe, the president has put Iran back on the sanction treadmillIran’s decision to sell Russia short range missiles supplementing Moscow’s existing supplies appears, on the surface, to be a political reversal for Masoud Pezeshkian, Iran’s new reformist president.He was elected on a promise to lift sanctions and develop more balanced relations with the east and west, especially Europe. The bulk of his diplomatic appointments, including the retention of the former foreign minister Javad Zarif as an adviser, underscored that intention, and already a lively debate had started in Tehran about the extent to which

Polish PM calls for urgent consultations with European neighbours over controls he says will break European lawEurope live – latest updatesThe Polish government has accused Germany of acting unilaterally and unfairly over its “unacceptable” plans to introduce temporary controls at all of the country’s nine land borders, in what Warsaw has said is a contravention of European law.Donald Tusk, the Polish prime minister, said Germany had introduced a “de facto suspension of the Schengen agreement on a large scale” after the interior minister, Nancy Faeser, announced Berlin’s decision to confront what she called “irregular migration” by introducing spot controls along

Julio Pacheco says he will appeal against the ‘devastating’ decision to abandon the first such investigation in SpainHopes of securing justice for people tortured under the four-decade Franco dictatorship in Spain have suffered a major setback after a judge in Madrid shelved a landmark investigation into a teenager tortured by police three months before the dictator’s death.Julio Pacheco was a 19-year-old student and anti-Franco activist when he was arrested in August 1975 on suspicion of involvement in the murder of a police officer. He was taken to the infamous headquarters of the Directorate-General for Security in Madrid’s Puerta del Sol,

Storm expected to make landfall in Louisiana on Tuesday evening and bring heavy rainfall to Mississippi and TexasCommunities along the US’s Gulf Coast are bracing for possible impact as Tropical Storm Francine is expected to become a hurricane later in the day on Tuesday and make landfall in Louisiana the following morning.The storm has been moving northward, the National Hurricane Center said, and is expected to be just offshore the coasts of north-eastern Mexico and southern Texas by Tuesday evening. Continue reading... Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/article/2024/sep/10/tropical-storm-francine-hurricane-warning-louisiana Author : Anna Betts Publish date : 2024-09-10 15:44:16 Copyright for syndicated content belongs

US and Europe impose new sanctions on Iran in response to supply of weapons that US says Russia could use in UkraineRussia has received new deadly ballistic missiles from Iran for use in Ukraine and is likely to use them, the US secretary of state, Antony Blinken, announced on Tuesday in London as he prepared to travel with the UK foreign secretary, David Lammy, to Kyiv.The news, confirmed by the US for the first time and seen as of huge significance to the battlefield balance ahead of Ukraine’s difficult winter, led the US and Europe to impose new sanctions on

Conservative motion to strike down plan is defeated after sometimes bad-tempered Commons debateUK politics live – latest updatesMPs have voted to remove the winter fuel allowance from all but the poorest pensioners, a plan that has been criticised by opposition parties and prompted disquiet among many Labour MPs.After a sometimes bad-tempered Commons debate, a Conservative motion to strike down the move was defeated by 348 votes to 228. Continue reading... Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/society/article/2024/sep/10/mps-back-cuts-to-winter-fuel-payments Author : Peter Walker Senior political correspondent Publish date : 2024-09-10 14:16:53 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Review finds research did not meet ‘minimum standards’ for assessing whether Rwanda was safe place to send peopleThe last Conservative government relied largely on evidence from Rwandan officials in its assessment of the country as a safe place to send asylum seekers, an official report has found.The independent chief inspector of borders and immigration (ICIBI) looked at the Home Office’s assessment of whether or not Rwanda was a safe place to send refused asylum seekers, a document known as “country of origin information”. Continue reading... Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/article/2024/sep/10/home-office-rwanda-asylum-plan-safety-review Author : Diane Taylor Publish date : 2024-09-10 13:40:18 Copyright for