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'What you see is what you pay' - why some US restaurants are banning tips

BBC Technology General Aug 24, 2026

Tips are central to US dining culture but some eateries think that they are unfair.

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New 10p coin enters circulation - will you spot one?

BBC General General Aug 24, 2026

The coin has been designed to feature King Charles III and a Scottish grouse close to extinction.

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The Papers: 'Burnham hints at tax increases' and 'Halt the hellrides'

BBC General General Aug 24, 2026

Several of the papers are calling on social media platforms to stop the sharing of videos posted by joyriders.

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Trump moves toward levying new tariff on China for flooding market with cheap goods

The Hindu Business China Aug 24, 2026

Donald Trump is considering setting the new tariff at 7.5%, according to sources

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Shell shelves Aphrodite offshore gas project in Trinidad for now

Reuters General General Aug 24, 2026

Shell shelves Aphrodite offshore gas project in Trinidad for now Reuters

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How US sanctions on Iran ripple through global markets and consumers

Al Jazeera Business General Aug 24, 2026

New sanctions hit Iran's aviation, tech, and shipping sectors, amplifying pressure on global markets and energy prices.

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US Supreme Court sides with Trump administration on mail voting

Al Jazeera Politics General Aug 24, 2026

Mail balloting has long been a favourite target of US President Donald Trump.

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US removes Syria from ‘state sponsor of terrorism’ list

Al Jazeera Politics General Aug 24, 2026

Washington also rescinded designation of HTS, formerly led by President Ahmed al-Sharaa, as a 'terrorist' organisation.

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Boeing awarded contract with ceiling value of $131.2 billion for F-15 program

Reuters General General Aug 24, 2026

Boeing awarded contract with ceiling value of $131.2 billion for F-15 program Reuters

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Jeffries-Kushner meeting sparks speculation amid contentious US midterms

Al Jazeera General General Aug 24, 2026

Private meeting between Jeffries and Kushner fuels discussions amid contentious US midterm battle.

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Trump administration plans to revoke visas of foreigners seeking asylum

Reuters General General Aug 24, 2026

Trump administration plans to revoke visas of foreigners seeking asylum Reuters

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Lockerbie bombing trial postponed days before it was due to start

BBC General General Aug 24, 2026

The trial of a Libyan man is delayed for a third time, after new evidence on the 37-year-old case came to light three days ago.

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Beyond China's humanoid robots, a quieter machine revolution is unfolding

BBC Entertainment China Aug 24, 2026

There are more than two million robots working in China's factories - and they are scaling up fast.

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California Orange County DA announces $100 million for 50,000 evacuated residents in GKN incident

Reuters General General Aug 24, 2026

California Orange County DA announces $100 million for 50,000 evacuated residents in GKN incident Reuters

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Kit Harington joins HBO's Harry Potter series as Gilderoy Lockhart

BBC Sports General Aug 24, 2026

The role marks Harington's third collaboration with HBO, after starring in the tentpole Game of Thrones and financial drama The Industry.

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70,000 social and affordable homes to be built across England as part of £39bn plan

BBC General UK Aug 24, 2026

Funding has been granted to Greater Manchester, the West Midlands and West Yorkshire as well as £6bn for London.

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US public support for Iran war falls as Trump approval at record low: Poll

Al Jazeera General General Aug 24, 2026

Falling Republican support, rising gas prices, and fears of a long conflict drive a decline in backing for the Iran war.

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Iconic Palestinian artist Sliman Mansour passes away at age 79

Al Jazeera General General Aug 24, 2026

Palestinian artist Sliman Mansour, whose work became a symbol of struggle and resistance, has died at age 79.

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US-Canada trade war escalates as Trump threatens tariff hike on autos after Carney vows to retaliate

BBC Business Canada Aug 24, 2026

Mark Carney accused Trump of wanting to "destroy" Canada's auto industry, and said he would only resume trade talks if the US comes with the "right attitude".

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Asbestos killed my mum in her 40s – was her school to blame?

BBC General General Aug 24, 2026

Caroline Bryan died three months after being diagnosed of an incurable cancer linked to asbestos.

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