Government lays out housing plans but Burnham backtracks on social renting pledge – UK politics live

£10bn for housing with 60% social renting is at odds with PM’s previous call for programme to be spent entirely on social homesGood morning and welcome to the UK politics live blog.The government has set out its plans to spend an initial £10bn on a mix of subsidised housing in England, with a target of 60% being social renting.There’s £39bn allocated over a 10-year period … I’m saying that should be dedicated to council homes. Let’s not be coy any more … I’m saying council homes because control matters.Andy Burnham has said he plans to travel to the US next month to join European leaders lobby

AirPods 5 вже близько: Apple готує одразу дві нові версії навушників

Презентація, найімовірніше, відбудеться 9 вересня.

Крупные банки повысили ставки по краткосрочным вкладам

Sensex today | Stock Market Live: Sensex down 165 points, Nifty touches 24,142; HCL Tech lead losers

Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices Live: Indian shares remained subdued on Tuesday, recovering from the day’s lows but staying in negative territory as investors tracked West Asia tensions, elevated crude prices, weak monsoon concerns and the impact of the monthly Nifty 50 derivatives expiry.

Прагнення бути щасливішим може мати несподіваний мінус: що з’ясували вчені

Активні спроби максимізувати щастя послаблювали подальший самоконтроль.

Pakistan says significant progress made in talks on Iran-US war

The talks were held during a daylong diplomatic mission to Tehran by Pakistan’s army chief and interior minister.

В Україні поменшало колорадського жука: експертка пояснила причину та дала прогноз

Цьогоріч у різних регіонах фіксують значно меншу чисельність колорадського жука на полях.

«Просвещение» снизило цены на учебники по русскому языку и истории

Maharashtra launches initiative to expand eye care for school kids

The partnership will fund a school eye health program to screen 2 million students in grades 5 to 10 at Zilla Parishad and government schools

PVR Inox to consider share buyback; board to meet on Aug 31

PVR Inox shares touched a 52-week high of ₹1,283 on August 25, 2026 and a low of ₹900.05 was recorded on March 2, 2026

Біткоїн знову рветься вгору: криптовалюта перескочила психологічну позначку

За серпень головна криптовалюта подорожчала на 28% і прямує до найбільшого місячного приросту з листопада 2024 року.

Бюджет получил 307 млрд рублей от управления госимуществом за полгода

Maltempo in Lombardia, voli cancellati a Malpensa e trombe d’aria a Varese. Como, vento a 100 km/h

Allerta meteo in otto regioni del Centro-Nord. Frana a Laveno Mombello, ancora infiltrazioni d'acqua nell’aeroporto. Quasi duecento gli interventi dei vigili del fuoco

Franco Simone: “Per colpa delle calunnie di Iva Zanicchi sono ancora nella black list della Rai”

L’artista pugliese si sfoga su TikTok: “Iva ha detto in tv che per fare Music Farm l’avevo ricattata”

Sensex today | Stock Market Live: Sensex down 100 points, Nifty touches 24,150; HCL Tech lead losers

Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices Live: Indian shares remained subdued on Tuesday, recovering from the day’s lows but staying in negative territory as investors tracked West Asia tensions, elevated crude prices, weak monsoon concerns and the impact of the monthly Nifty 50 derivatives expiry.

Rohingya refugees protest, nine years after exodus to Bangladesh

Rohingya refugees protest, nine years after exodus to Bangladesh

Defence Minister approves transfer of DRDO missile technologies to Indian industries

The move is aimed at strengthening India's self-reliance in defence and increasing the participation of domestic industries in the country's defence ecosystem

Биткойн достиг отметки в $80 900 и снова упал

Як вживання кмину впливає на рівень цукру в крові: відповідь науковців

Дослідження щодо впливу цієї спеції на рівень цукру в крові тривають.

Gold price hits three-month high amid fears over Iran war and Trump economy

Bitcoin rises above $80,000 for the first time since May amid uncertainty over US fiscal plansBusiness live – latest updatesGold prices hit their highest level in more than three months on Tuesday as continued conflict in the Middle East and ongoing political uncertainty fuelled the latest rally in the precious metal.Gold is viewed as a safe haven by investors and its price tends to rise at times of uncertainty. Continue reading...

"Виїжджайте, поки це ще можливо": Мельник звернувся до росіян з важливим посланням

Дипломат закликав громадян РФ якомога швидше виїхати з країни.

Netanyahu, il cacciatore di aquiloni: a Gaza anche i giochi dei bambini diventano un bersaglio

Tra le tende e le macerie della Striscia, i giovani gazawi costruiscono con carta e sacchetti di plastica giocattoli artigianali e li affidano al vento per ritrovare, almeno per qualche ora, lo spazio della libertà. Ma il presidente israeliano avverte: “Un aquilone è come un drone, che trasporti o meno esplosivi”

Centre weighs 100% random dope testing of airline pilots

DGCA assessing safety and operational impact of expanding testing from current 10% requirement

Global ocean temperatures hit record high as El Nino intensifies

Copernicus warns of 'unprecedented strain' on world's oceans as El Nino and climate change drive up sea temperatures.

Зірка шоу "Танці з зірками" мобілізувався до ЗСУ і показався у формі

Танцюрист заявив, що пишається честю захищати Україну.

Lego sales rise as World Cup and F1 ranges prove to be winners

Danish toymaker also scores success with KPop Demon Hunters, Star Wars and botanicals productsBusiness live – latest updatesLego sales have risen by more than a fifth as tie-ups with the football World Cup, Formula One and the hit film KPop Demon Hunters as well as its flower-based and Star Wars kits drive demand.The Danish toymaker said its revenues increased by 21% to 41.9bn Danish kroner (£4.8bn) in the first six months of 2026, driven by strong growth in the Americas, Europe and the Asia Pacific regions. Sales by its clients to consumers rose by 22%. Continue reading...

Australia Bans Generative A.I. From Official Music Charts

Under new rules, recordings developed using generative A.I. will only be allowed if they are “substantially human-made,” the peak body says.

Sensex today | Stock Market Live: Sensex down 200 points, Nifty below 24,150 as West Asia tensions persist

Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices Live: Indian shares remained subdued on Tuesday, recovering from the day’s lows but staying in negative territory as investors tracked West Asia tensions, elevated crude prices, weak monsoon concerns and the impact of the monthly Nifty 50 derivatives expiry.

China entra en el punto de mira del nuevo cerco económico de Estados Unidos a Irán

Las sanciones alcanzan a empresas chinas y hongkonesas vinculadas al comercio de crudo y tecnología a un mes de la cumbre Trump-Xi

China adoptará “las medidas necesarias” ante las sanciones de EE UU por su apoyo a Irán

El paquete de castigo alcanza a empresas chinas y hongkonesas vinculadas al comercio de crudo y tecnología a un mes de la cumbre Trump-Xi

Cerca di flirtare con Pogacar e sbaglia anche il nome: una influencer porta scompiglio alla Vuelta

Erola Jons sta facendo discutere l’ambiente del ciclismo. Protesta anche la giornalista Laura Meseguer: “Genera commenti sessisti da cui noi donne fuggiamo da secoli”

«Магнит» начнет принимать оплату цифровыми рублями с 1 сентября

Hettich Introduces its Largest Range of Linear Drawer Systems for Modern Interiors

Hettich Introduces its Largest Range of Linear Drawer Systems for Modern Interiors

Российский производитель мебели усиливает мультибрендовую стратегию

Расширение бизнеса затронет премиальный сегмент и товары для сна

У "ПриватБанку" подешевшав євро: актуальний курс валют на 25 серпня

Курс долара на карткові розрахунки у банку становить 44,84 грн, а євро – 52,63 грн.

TN Ministers defend Parandur airport decision, policy note says new airport site will be selected

Tabling the policy note in the Assembly, Industries Minister S Keerthana assuring that land acquisition for an alternative airport would not come at the cost of agriculturists’ livelihoods.

Власти могут обнулить пошлины на экспорт зерна до конца года

Дом.РФ нарастил прибыль до 67 млрд рублей с начала года

Бывшего президента Армении Кочаряна и его сына задержали

Чистая прибыль «МТС банка» по МСФО за полгода выросла в 2,1 раза

Thai vendor confronts Israeli tourists, raises Palestinian flag

A Thai vendor confronted Israeli tourists outside his shop on the island of Phuket, waving a Palestinian flag.

Hasina spat stalls Bangladesh-India reset. What would break the deadlock?

Analysts say an Indian commitment not to allow ousted Bangladesh PM to engage in politics from their soil would help.

Bangladesh-India reset stalls over Hasina: What would break the deadlock?

Analysts say an Indian commitment not to allow ousted Bangladesh PM to engage in politics from their soil would help.

Alan Jones and fellow 2GB host referred to SMH and reporter as ‘pigs in the media’, court hears

Jason Morrison, a former presenter at the Sydney radio station, denies ‘tailoring his evidence’ during trial of veteran shock jock JonesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAlan Jones and fellow 2GB shock jock Jason Morrison often referred to the Sydney Morning Herald and its chief investigative reporter Kate McClymont as “pigs in the media”, a Sydney court has heard.The text messages were uncovered as Morrison faced accusations from the prosecution on Tuesday of “tailoring his evidence” about an alleged assault at a lower north shore restaurant to suit his friend Jones.

Federer to play tennis at US Open but rules out Williams-like return

The 20-time Grand Slam champion confirmed he’s only going to play in an exhibition match and has no plans to return.

Samsung, SK Hynix stand to benefit as as Nvidia AI server costs surge

Server manufacturers informed major data center clients like Microsoft, Google, and Oracle that Nvidia-based AI system prices would increase by over 15% for shipments beginning in early 2027

Man arrested after allegedly attacking woman and boy in Melbourne CBD – as it happened

This blog is now closedGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastNumber of NSW households in urgent need of priority housing hits highest level in over a yearThe number of NSW households in urgent need of priority social housing has reached 13,776, the highest in more than a year.The waitlist has sat [at] around 70,000 since May. Anyone reading that as stability should look at what is happening inside that number.Urgent need is growing six times faster than general need on this register. Every month, a bigger share of the people waiting are people who cannot afford to wait.The

Industrial power tariff hike: WBSEDCL says proposed rise capped to DVC area, rates still competitive

The revision entails an increase of ₹1 per unit for 33 KV connections and ₹1.5 per unit for 11 KV connections from September 1

Bathla Group: major Sydney property developer collapses after ‘perfect storm’, leaving buyers in limbo

Bathla Group says softening sales and impacts from federal government’s May budget contributed it being placed in voluntary administrationFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastEmbattled home builder Bathla Group has been placed into voluntary administration, leaving customers in limbo in what it says is a “perfect storm” of circumstances.It joins the long list of Australian residential builders and property developers which have entered voluntary administration or liquidation due to soaring material costs, labour shorta

Dakshina Kannada MP urges Karnataka CM to back Mangaluru railway notification

Capt Chowta informed Shivakumar that the Kerala Chief Minister has asked the Prime Minister to reconsider the notification, and Kerala MPs have publicly opposed its implementation

Indian banks likely to sustain healthy growth in FY27: Bernstein

Stronger lending, easing margin concerns and stable asset quality are supporting the sector, while private banks continue narrowing their growth gap

Пожар тушат на строящемся Амурском газохимическом комплексе

India’s gig economy is leaving its women behind, study finds

India’s female labour-force participation rate was about 32% in 2025 on an internationally comparable measure, versus almost 78% for men, according to ILO estimates compiled by the World Bank 

Ekonomim: поставки оружия Украине могут охладить отношения России и Турции

У Путіна зробили заяву про нову хвилю мобілізації в РФ

У Кремлі назвали повідомлення про нову мобілізацію "інформаційними вигадками".