US military jets and drones tracked near Cuba as tensions rise
Tracking data shows several flights by US Navy reconnaissance jets and drones during the last week. Read More
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Scheme to trial scrapping fit notes to get people back to work
The government says the system is “broken”, with too many people signed off work with no help to return. Read More
Fuel duty freeze extended until the end of the year
Fuel duty was initially cut by 5p in March 2022, under the Conservative government. Read More
Xi basks in spotlight as he hosts Putin days after Trump
Two presidential visits days apart is how Xi Jinping wants the world to see him: talking to everyone, tied to no-one. Read More
More die of suspected Ebola as WHO warns that numbers will rise further
In its latest update, the World Health Organization says there have now been 139 suspected deaths and 600 cases. Read More
Lithuania’s leaders take shelter during drone air alert
Flights were suspended and people were urged to take shelter after a suspected drone was detected near the Belarus border. Read More
US groups urge investigation into Roblox child safety and spending
Roblox said it had “clear policies” banning actual and simulated gambling, as well as rules governing paid random items. Read More
Trump exerts iron grip on Republican Party with Massie defeated
Victory over a Republican rebel in Kentucky shows the president’s strength but his power comes with risks for the midterms. Read More
Boss of Sarah Ferguson-linked firm used royal links to threaten worker with jail
In a recording obtained by the BBC, the worker was threatened with jail for allegedly hacking emails at lifestyle app vVoosh. Read More
Inflation falls to 2.8% but is expected to rise from here
Energy prices were lower due to the government’s energy bill support package and lower wholesale prices before the Iran war. Read More