US-China talks to restart as hopes grow for trade war truce extension
The talks in Sweden come hours after US President Donald Trump announced a deal with the European Union. Read More
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Just 7,000 steps a day could cut health risks, study says
Everyone targets 10,000 steps – but a lower tally could reduce the risk of serious health issues like cancer, dementia and heart disease, a study suggests. Read More
Nurses to ‘overwhelmingly’ reject pay deal as strike vote looms
The Royal College of Nursing has been holding a consultative vote on their 3.6% pay rise. Read More
Microsoft servers hacked by Chinese groups, says tech giant
The US tech giant is recommending some users install security updates after the data breach. Read More
Government considering having borrowing assessed once a year
The move comes after the IMF suggested the change would reduce pressure for “overly-frequent changes to policy”. Read More
The Caribbean islands that give you a passport if you buy a home
Five of the region’s island nations offer such citizenship by investment for as little as $200,000. Read More
EU and US agree trade deal, with 15% tariffs for European exports to America
US President Donald Trump and EU chief Ursula von der Leyen shake on it after “tough negotiations” in Scotland. Read More
Google failed to warn 10 million of Turkey earthquake
The tech giant said only 469 serious warnings were sent out ahead of the 7.8 magnitude quake. Read More
Wildfires rage in Greece and Turkey as extreme heat persists
Firefighters warn of a “difficult day” ahead, with temperatures are forecast to reach up to 44C (111.2F) on Sunday. Read More
American musical satirist Tom Lehrer dies at 97, US media report
Lehrer, a Harvard-trained mathematician, wrote darkly humorous songs, often with political connotations. Read More