Kansas Bars to Serve Alcohol 23 Hours a Day During World Cup
Kansas lawmakers passed legislation allowing bars and restaurants to serve alcohol from 6am to 5am during the World Cup, aiming to boost tourism and compete with neighboring Missouri.
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Scottish councils spend £228m on homeless hotels
Scottish councils spent £228m on hotel rooms for homeless people from 2023-2025, with Glasgow alone accounting for £114m. Lib Dems blame SNP housing failures.
Lib Dem housing plan a 'win-win' for key workers
Scottish Lib Dems pledge 10,000 homes for key workers at mid-market rent, with councils deciding eligibility. Leader Alex Cole-Hamilton calls it a 'win-win'.
Shropshire Staff Abused Over Flag Removals
Shropshire council reports rising abuse and intimidation against staff and councillors linked to the removal of unauthorised union and St George's flags across England.
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Exoneree Takes Clerk Office After Judge Blocks Law
Calvin Duncan, wrongfully convicted and later exonerated, assumed his elected clerk position after a federal judge blocked a Louisiana law eliminating the role.
Travellers use bank holiday for land grab in villages
Travellers exploited the May bank holiday to illegally occupy land in Essex and Kent, using diggers and lorries to set up caravans, sparking local outrage and political condemnation.
Foreclosure Rates Hit Six-Year High, South Hardest Hit
Foreclosure rates in the US surged to a six-year high in Q1 2026, with 118,727 properties affected. Southern cities like Lakeland and Punta Gorda lead the spike.
Lib Dems pledge 10,000 key worker homes in election push
Scottish Lib Dem leader Alex Cole-Hamilton announces plan to build 10,000 homes for key workers, calling it a 'win-win' that tackles housing shortage and supports vital industries.
Outlander Mill Grinds Grain After 30 Years
Preston Mill in East Lothian, featured in Outlander, can grind grain for the first time in 30 years after major conservation work, including restoration of French Burr quartz millstones.
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Labour Faces Tough Battle in Its Birthplace Bradford
Labour faces a tough fight in Bradford, its birthplace, as polls suggest losses to Reform UK and Greens. Voters express disillusionment with the party and demand change.
Concerns Over Screen-Based Learning in Schools Intensify
Parents and teachers express alarm over rising screen use in schools, citing evidence of harm to children's literacy, concentration, and wellbeing.
In-Home Childcare in Australia Faces Collapse from Rising Costs
Almost one in three in-home childcare providers in Australia risk closure due to rising costs, leaving vulnerable families without care options.
Infant Found Dead in Tent at NSW Homeless Encampment
A newborn baby was found dead in a tent at a homeless encampment in Wagga Wagga, NSW. The mother and another infant were hospitalized. Officials cite the housing crisis.
La Sanità: Renaissance of a Historic Neighbourhood in Naples
Once blighted by gang wars, La Sanità in Naples is now a thriving district with local businesses, catacombs, and artisan shops, led by community efforts.
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Humane Pigeon Control: A Proven Alternative for UK
UK councils spend heavily on ineffective pigeon control methods. A proven, low-cost, humane strategy using egg swapping could reduce populations without harming birds.
Woman Says Gym Community Ignored Her, Criticised for Speaking Up
Mel Reeve joined a Sydney gym hoping for community but felt isolated. She claims a trainer and member dismissed her concerns, sparking online debate about fitness culture and social inclusion.
Cricket Club Welcomes Remote Workers to Watch and Work
Surrey County Cricket Club launches 'Work From Oval' initiative, attracting hybrid workers with upgraded Wi-Fi and workspaces, boosting weekday attendance at The Kia Oval.
Liz Truss's Husband Hugh O'Leary Seeks Council Seat
Hugh O'Leary, husband of shortest-serving PM Liz Truss, stands for Greenwich Council election. He lost three previous bids. Truss faces speculation over Reform UK.
Garden Airbnb 'Cosy Cottage' Shut Down Over Neighbour Complaints
A couple in Beckenham must cease renting their garden annexe as a £240/night Airbnb after neighbours complained of noise, smoke, and loss of privacy. The couple plans to relocate to France.
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Businessman Refuses to Pay for Illegal Garden Home Demolition
Luke Perret, 31, built a £200,000 home in his garden without proper permission. Council orders demolition, but he vows not to pay, claiming they must foot the bill.
Yankees Option Anthony Volpe to Triple-A
The New York Yankees have optioned shortstop Anthony Volpe to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre after reinstating him from the injured list, following offseason shoulder surgery.
Mum's £180k extension demolition order splits family
Suzie Cavadino faces demolishing her £180,000 home extension after West Lancashire Council ruled it breached planning rules, leaving her family split up.
Reform UK Council Backs Beaver Release Amid Party Row
A Reform UK-led council in Leicestershire supports releasing beavers to reduce flooding, despite party divisions over rewilding and environmental policies.
Farming co-ops could boost UK food security and growth
A new report argues that agricultural co-operatives can improve resilience and reduce import reliance, as UK grows only 62% of its food.
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Adam Henson Plans Life After Countryfile
Adam Henson, Countryfile presenter since 2001, reveals plans for when his TV career ends, focusing on farming and tourism at Cotswold Farm Park.
Ex-Hostage, 72, Runs Marathon to Save Iranian Dogs
Anoosheh Ashoori, 72, who was held in Tehran jail for 1677 days, ran the London marathon to raise £3,400 to rescue dogs from the Iranian regime's cruelty.
One in Three HR Leaders Face Inclusion Scheme Opposition
A new YouGov poll reveals that over a third of UK HR decision-makers have faced pushback against EDI initiatives, raising concerns about hiring chances for people with convictions.
West Ham Lose 3-0 to Brentford in Relegation Battle
West Ham's Premier League survival is no longer in their hands after a 3-0 loss to Brentford, who boosted their European hopes. Tottenham can relegate the Hammers to the bottom three if they beat Aston Villa.
Prolific Shoplifter Banned from All Tesco Within 60 Miles
Amy McCarthy, 32, has been banned from every Tesco within 60 miles and Birkenhead town centre for two years after repeated shoplifting offences, causing misery for staff and businesses.
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Whitby Goth Weekend Bans Fake Weapons for Safety
Organisers of Whitby Goth Weekend have banned prop swords, fake guns, and water pistols to prevent accidents, citing the town's remote location and lack of nearby emergency services.
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