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Anton Petrus | Moment | Getty ImagesOil rose sharply in Asia trading, following renewed tensions in the Middle East after Iran launched an attack on American forces, while the U.S. along with the Saudis struck Tehran-backed sites in Iraq. Futures for international benchmark Brent crude for September delivery gained 3.42% to $86.97 a barrel. U.S. West Texas Intermediate futures advanced 3.58% to $82.09 per barrel.”Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps forces launched multiple ballistic missiles from Iran in an attempted surprise attack on U.S. forces based in the Middle East,” according to a post on X by the U.S. Central Command. U.S. and Saudi forces…

Flawed and racialised models that underpin the AI-powered age-detection systems to be introduced by the British government will endanger children, rights groups and children’s charities have warned.Urging ministers to reverse plans to introduce facial age-estimation technology to screen migrants, critics have warned that black children arriving from conflict zones are at risk of being of thrust into the adult system.Maddie Harris, of the Humans for Rights Network, said the charity had worked with hundreds of children who were already being wrongly filtered into the adult system during age assessments at borders carried out by immigration officers.In May, the Helen Bamber…

Last week Badenoch wrote to the prime minister saying he should rule out tax rises or increased borrowing to fund social care reform.A Conservative spokesman said Andrew would attend in Badenoch’s place and was ready to work with Labour on measures that improved social care – provided they were not reliant on tax rises and borrowing.”Social care is vital to protecting the most vulnerable in our society,” he said. “Any changes must be backed by a clear, credible and fully costed plan that delivers better care for the public and value for taxpayers.”Andy Burnham and Labour cannot rely on vague…

The company behind BuzzBallz said they were recyclable on its website, but experts say this is not true.

The race to feature for Team Europe in the Solheim Cup reaches a climax this week at the AIG Women’s Open, leaving one last chance for players to force their way into Anna Nordqvist’s selection plans.The qualification campaign ends after the final women’s major of the year, with the top two players in the European Solheim Cup points list and the next six available via the Rolex Women’s World Golf Rankings securing their automatic spots. Double points are on offer for the majors on the European Solheim Cup points, while additional world rankings are available compared to a regular event,…

Sony has unveiled the trailer for the third entry in the “Jumanji” franchise, titled “Jumanji: Open World.” The teaser offers fans their first glimpse of the returning ensemble cast, including Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, Jack Black and Karen Gillan. The third film follows the global success of 2017’s “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” and 2019’s “Jumanji: The Next Level,” which together grossed more than $1.7 billion worldwide. The rebooted franchise reimagines the iconic 1995 original starring the late Robin Williams and a 13-year-old Kirsten Dunst. The reboots transitioned the story from the classic Jumanji board game to a video game,…

When it comes to barbecued desserts, a few squares of chocolate melted inside a banana will no longer cut it. Get ahead with some easy-to-prep elements, then add a final flourish of smoke-licked fruit to bring new energy to classic desserts, such as banana splits and layered fruit sundaes. They need not be complex, and will interest your guests far more than the same old stale ideas. I’ve had some fun with these nostalgic favourites, and hope you will, too.Barbecued banana splits with salted date cream and coconut crunch (pictured top)Want to save this recipe? Download the Guardian Feast app…

Peter Uzoho NLNG yesterday presented its facts & figures for 2026, highlighting its performance since commencement of operations, with the Managing Director, Adeleye Falade disclosing that the company has generated over $149.6 billion in revenue, paid more than $47.2 billion in dividends to shareholders, and remitted over $10.8 billion in taxes to the federal government since becoming tax compliant. Falade added that the company has also built an asset base exceeding $22.9 billion, loaded more than 6,285 LNG cargoes, and continues to supply over 500,000 tonnes of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) annually to the Nigerian market. “We have made $149.6…

• Orders security agencies to hunt killers, rescue abducted victims • Mourns victims, condoles with impacted families Deji Elumoye and Linus Aleke in Abuja PPresident Bola Tinubu yesterday described the overnight massacre of 30 persons, including women and children in Southern Kaduna, North-west Nigeria, as an unprovoked act of terror against defenceless citizens. The president also vowed that those behind the latest mass killings in the area will be brought to justice, declaring that his administration will not allow criminal elements to reverse the security gains recorded in Kaduna State in recent years. In the same vein , Tinubu yesterday…

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA – JULY 27: Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns speak during Monday Night RAW at Intuit Dome on July 27, 2026 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Craig Ambrosio/WWE via Getty Images)WWE via Getty ImagesWe know the entire SummerSlam card — both nights. The lineup of matches is stacked with superstars and intriguing storylines. We’ll take a look at all of the matches on Saturday and Sunday along with viewing information. Let’s talk wrestling.Key Facts at a GlanceDates: Saturday, August 1 and Sunday, August 2, 2026Venue: U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MinnesotaStart time: 6 p.m. ET both nightsU.S. streaming: ESPN App…