The Guardian

Ken Paxton’s ex-lawyer endorses rival James Talarico in Texas Senate race

Attorney Dan Cogdell backs Paxton’s Democratic opponent and says the Republican is too focused on appeasing TrumpA lawyer who represented Ken Paxton, Texas’s attorney general, for nearly a decade over accusations of corruption and securities fraud is supporting Democrat James Talarico – and not his former client – in one of the biggest US Senate races.Talarico on Monday drew attention to his campaign winning the endorsement of Houston attorney Dan Cogdell, who was part of Paxton’s defense team d

general  Jun 9, 2026

The Guardian

Summer holiday bookings down amid ‘apprehension’, says UK travel industry

Fears about the Middle East conflict, cost of living and EU border checks are leading people to delay their decisionsBusiness live – latest updatesHoliday bookings for early summer have been hit by uncertainty around the conflict in the Middle East and the rising cost of living, the travel industry has said.Mark Tanzer, chief executive of the UK travel association Abta, said that while people still wanted to go on holiday, the industry was bracing for a difficult summer. Continue reading...

general  Jun 9, 2026

NY Times World

Somali Referee Says His World Cup Dream Is Dashed After U.S. Denies Entry

“I had the right papers and everything,” Omar Abdulkadir Artan said in his first interview since he was turned back. He would have been the first Somali to referee a game in the tournament.

general  Jun 9, 2026

NY Times World

Netanyahu’s Bow to Trump’s Iran Pressure Spurs New Criticism

Opponents attacked Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for halting strikes against Iran after a call with President Trump, saying that he was letting the United States make Israel’s decisions.

general  Jun 9, 2026

WSJ World News

U.S. Apache Helicopter Crashes Near Strait of Hormuz, Prompting at-Sea Rescue

Elite U.S. forces rescued two American soldiers two hours after their Apache helicopter went down.

general  Jun 9, 2026

WSJ World News

U.S. Apache Helicopter Crashes Near Strait of Hormuz, Prompting at-Sea Rescue

Elite U.S. forces rescued two American soldiers two hours after their Apache helicopter went down.

general  Jun 9, 2026

The Guardian

First Thing: Zelenskyy says he told Trump that Putin was ‘playing games’ with Washington

In an exclusive interview, Ukraine’s president says he believes the war will be won when Russian society feels its impact. Plus, why California’s election count is taking so long (hint: it’s not fraud)In the fifth year of Russia’s full-scale war on Ukraine, Volodymr Zelenskyy says he is feeling upbeat and has been grateful for military support from the US, but has a pointed message for Washington.Speaking to Luke Harding and Pippa Crerar in London, the Ukrainian president acknowledged that the p

general  Jun 9, 2026

The Guardian

Bank of England warns on AI scams as deepfakes of Farage-Bailey fight spread

Governor urges public to report fake images posted on X of him and Reform UK leader in fake Question Time clashThe Bank of England has warned the public against falling for AI-generated scams after deepfake videos of Nigel Farage fighting its governor spread online.Andrew Bailey, the head of the BoE, said AI-generated content related to central banks was spreading and urged people to be “vigilant”. Continue reading...

general  Jun 9, 2026

The Guardian

Jeffrey Epstein assistant Lesley Groff set to testify before House panel

Groff worked for Epstein for nearly 20 years, starting in 2001, in which her job was to ‘organize one man’s life’Lesley Groff, Jeffrey Epstein’s longtime executive assistant, is testifying on Tuesday before the House oversight and reform committee as lawmakers on the panel continue their investigation into the late convicted sex offender. Groff worked for Epstein for almost 20 years, beginning in 2001 and ending in July 2019 when he was arrested. Notes from a 2021 FBI interview with Groff, which

general  Jun 9, 2026

The Guardian

US stadium and hotel workers threaten strikes ‘to make things fair’ during World Cup

Low wages and fears of ICE crackdowns have set workers on edge of strike as thousands set to arrive during World CupHospitality and food service workers in several US cities hosting World Cup games are warning of looming labor disputes and possible strikes as the largest single sport tournament in the world gets ready to kick off on 11 June.In Los Angeles, California, about 2,000 workers at SoFi Stadium represented by Unite Here Local 11 voted 96% in favor of a strike authorization as workers ar

general  Jun 9, 2026

WSJ World News

China’s Xi Projects Strength. His Constant Purges Reveal Insecurity.

Plus, how he is reversing Deng-era reforms and pushing China toward full-blown totalitarianism, in one analyst’s view.

general  Jun 9, 2026

The Guardian

Nithya Raman ‘incredibly honoured’ to advance to LA mayor runoff after seeing off Republican - US politics live

Left-wing candidate vows ‘fight for a healthier, safer and more joyful Los Angeles’ after edging out Spencer Pratt Hello and welcome to the US politics live blog.Left-wing candidate Nithya Raman said she was “incredibly honored” and would “fight for a healthier, safer” and “more joyful Los Angeles” as she edged out former reality TV villain Spencer Pratt in the city’s mayoral race.Donald Trump was loudly booed when he was shown on the video screens at Madison Square Garden on Monday night before

general  Jun 9, 2026

NY Times World

Man Arrested in ‘Brutal’ Stabbing in Belfast, Police Say

The suspect, whom the police described as in his 30s and believed to be Somali, is alleged to have attacked another man in his 40s in an episode in Belfast that was recorded and spread quickly online.

general  Jun 9, 2026

BBC World

Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater split after three years

The pair met on the set of the first Wicked movie, for which Grande received an Oscar nomination.

general  Jun 9, 2026

The Guardian

Football regulator could force David Sullivan to sell West Ham stake

Former pornographer, who owns 38.8% of club, has been accused of sexually exploitative and predatory behaviourThe football regulator could force David Sullivan to sell his stake in West Ham United after the former pornography billionaire was accused of sexually exploitative and predatory behaviour against women over several decades.The 77-year-old announced his resignation as a director and co-chair of the football club on Saturday, ahead of a joint investigation by the BBC and the Times reporti

general  Jun 9, 2026

The Guardian

Schoolgirl arrested after three stabbed at Manchester school

Students locked down in classrooms as emergency services called to Co-op Academy in BlackleyA schoolgirl has been arrested after three people were stabbed in a school in Manchester.Students were put into lockdown and told not to leave their classrooms after emergency services were called to the Co-op Academy in Blackley on Tuesday morning. Continue reading...

general  Jun 9, 2026

BBC World

Tickets for Iran fans revoked, says federation

Iran's football federation says its allocation of tickets for the group stage of the World Cup has been revoked just days before the tournament.

general  Jun 9, 2026

BBC World

Kenyan police fire tear gas at protest against US Ebola quarantine centre plan

Protesters are concerned about cross-border infection risks and the lack of transparency from the government about the treatment centre.

general  Jun 9, 2026

BBC World

Man accused of killing mother-in-law with poison-laced satay

Indonesia police allege the man killed the woman as he felt disrespected by her.

general  Jun 9, 2026

The Guardian

BYD and Alibaba among big names aiding China’s military, Pentagon says

Updated Pentagon list includes swathe of China’s top technology firms in move that could inflame tensions between the countriesThe US added Chinese e-commerce company Alibaba, internet search provider Baidu and carmaker BYD to a list of companies it believes are aiding Beijing’s military, in a move that could inflame tensions between the countries.The long-awaited update released on Monday supersedes a list from early 2025, and comes less than a month after Donald Trump met China’s Xi Jinping on

general  Jun 9, 2026