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Trump abruptly cancels plan to sign bipartisan bill aimed at lowering cost of housing
President is demanding Senate approve Save America Act, which would dramatically change voting regulationsSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter emailDonald Trump abruptly shelved plans to sign a broad bipartisan bill aimed at lowering the cost of housing on Wednesday, demanding Congress approve his controversial legislation to overhaul US election rules and regulations.The president is pushing the US Senate to approve the Save America Act, which would dramatically change voting regulations...
Keir Starmer to stay on as MP but unlikely to want cabinet role
Spokesperson says departing PM will serve out remainder of his term representing Holborn and St PancrasUK politics live – latest updatesKeir Starmer will remain the MP for Holborn and St Pancras after standing down as prime minister, Downing Street has confirmed.Starmer’s spokesperson said he was not expecting to take a role in Andy Burnham’s cabinet if offered one, though some MPs have suggested Burnham could make Starmer foreign secretary. Continue reading...
Rubio says Iran cannot charge tolls in Hormuz: What we know
Tehran says the strait 'will never return' to its prewar conditions and claims it can charge fees for services.
Camp Mystic, where 28 died in catastrophic Texas floods, files for bankruptcy
U.S. newsCamp Mystic, where 28 died in catastrophic Texas floods, files for bankruptcyIn a court filing, the operators of the all-girls Christian summer camp said its total debts were in the range of $10 million to $50 million.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00View of Camp Mystic's central gathering space in Hunt, Texas, in 2025.Ronaldo Schemidt / AFP via Getty Images fileShareAdd NBC News to GoogleJune 24, 2026, 10:05 AM EDT / Updated June 24, 2026, 10:55 AM EDTBy Daniel Arkin...
Pound hits strongest level against Euro in nearly one year as Britons urged: 'Buy your holiday money now!'
The Pound has climbed to its strongest level against the Euro in 10 months.Sterling reached 1.162, prompting currency specialists to urge British holidaymakers to secure their travel money while exchange rates remain favourable.It's trading at its highest level against the single currency since August 2025, offering a boost to those planning summer breaks in Europe.Prem Raja, head of trading floor at Currencies 4 You, said: "Buy your holiday money now. The Pound is having one of its strongest pe...
'We are breeding a nation of melts!' LBC caller praises tradesmen working in heat as the 'backbone' of Britain while school closures leave children 'ill-prepared for real life'
Do YOU know the caller? Email elizabeth.haigh@dailymail.co.uk See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy ELIZABETH HAIGH, SENIOR NEWS REPORTER Published: 14:16, 24 June 2026 | Updated: 14:17, 24 June 2026 e-mail View comments
Inside Larry Ellison's Lavish Lifestyle: From Yacht Adventures to Island Paradises Worth Billions
Ever wondered what it's like to be a billionaire tech mogul? Discover how Larry Ellison, the co-founder of Oracle, spends his fortune on stunning yachts, private islands, and more!
Why did stock market rally today? BSE Sensex closes around 800 points up
A recovery in South Korean markets and supportive global developments also aided the rally. The Sensex climbed almost 791 points to settle at 76,991, while the Nifty 50 gained about 198 points to close at 24,022.
Why off-duty cops in second jobs ‘kill and die more’ in recession-hit Argentina
Growing number of cases involve police working as rideshare drivers while carrying government-issued gunsWhen the gap between his salary and his family’s basic expenses began widening dramatically, Diego – like many other Argentinians – started working as a rideshare driver on top of his day job. He usually does a few hours at the end of his 12-hour shift; and more on his days off.It would be just another story from recession-ridden Argentina, but for the fact that Diego is a federal police offi...
Elon Musk loses trillionaire status: Here's why his net worth fell
Elon Musk, once the world's first trillionaire, has seen his net worth dip below the 13-figure mark to $957 billion. A significant sell-off in Tesla and SpaceX shares, following SpaceX's IPO surge, has led to this decline. Concerns over an AI market bubble and potential interest rate hikes are contributing to the downturn in tech stocks.
Council tax debt rises to £9bn but here's how you can get help
Council tax debt rises to £9bn but here's how you can get helpImage source, Getty ImagesByKevin PeacheyCost of living correspondentPublishedJust nowMore than £9bn is owed to councils in unpaid council tax as people continue to struggle with their finances - but some help is going unclaimed.Newly-published data shows that uncollected council tax had risen to £7.4bn in England by the end of March. Data published separately in Scotland and Wales further pushes up the total.Charities say the latest...
Builder kept homebuyer's money for 10 years, court orders to refund Rs 5.25 lakh
A Hoshiarpur consumer commission has ordered a builder and housing society to refund Rs 5.25 lakh to a software engineer. The project, "Krisha Heights," promised completion within four years of a 2015 application, but remained on paper for over a decade. The commission slammed the delay as an unfair trade practice, stating builders cannot collect funds without approvals and use them as interest-free capital. The refund includes 7% annual interest.
Airfares could rise by up to 25% as jet fuel costs surge, says McKinsey
Global jet fuel supplies are facing significant pressure due to geopolitical events and refinery limitations, according to McKinsey. This is driving up costs for airlines, with potential airfare hikes of 20-25% expected as fuel prices surge. Inventories remain low, and key exporting regions are restricting shipments, creating a challenging outlook for the summer travel season.
UK warehouse landlord Segro rejects £12.6bn takeover offer from US rival
FTSE 100 firm says Prologis all-share proposal turned down as it falls long way short of its own views on valueThe UK warehouse landlord Segro is at the centre of the latest transatlantic takeover battle after rejecting a £12.6bn takeover approach from the US rival Prologis.Prologis has gone public with its offer for the FTSE 100 company after it was “unequivocally rejected” by Segro’s board on Tuesday despite valuing the company at almost 25% more than its market value at that day’s close. Cont...
أسرار ثروات أغنى مليارديرات العرب: كيف بنوا إمبراطورياتهم؟
اكتشف كيف حولت رؤى بعض أغنى المليارديرات العرب أحلامهم إلى ثروات طائلة. من النفط إلى التكنولوجيا، تستمر قصص نجاحهم في إلهام الجيل الجديد.
Unveiling the Wealth: The Secret Fortunes of the Richest Arab Billionaires
Ever wondered how the richest Arab billionaires amassed their incredible fortunes? This deep dive explores the strategies, industries, and surprising facts behind their wealth that will leave you astonished!
Crude prices drop to lowest since February on Iran supply hopes
Global crude oil prices have plunged to four-month lows, driven by improved tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz and anticipation of increased Iranian oil exports. This easing of supply disruption fears has led to significant drops in Brent and WTI futures. Despite this, underlying geopolitical uncertainties persist, with investors closely monitoring US-Iran negotiations and inventory data for future market direction.
BP, Marathon, 7-Eleven, Walmart sued over alleged AI-driven gas price hikes
California drivers are suing major US fuel retailers, including BP and Walmart, alleging they used artificial intelligence to fix gasoline prices. The lawsuit claims an AI tool from Kalibrate coordinated prices, leading to artificially high costs at the pump, potentially costing consumers millions. This legal action highlights concerns over algorithmic price-fixing and its impact on everyday expenses for families.
India offers up to 9% leverage to NRIs to attract fresh forex inflows
India is actively seeking foreign currency inflows by encouraging its diaspora to deposit funds. Banks are now permitted to offer substantial leverage on these special foreign-currency deposits, with potential returns exceeding 6% and leveraged rates above 10%. This initiative aims to bolster foreign exchange reserves amidst global economic uncertainties and has the potential to attract over $80 billion.
Heatwave pushes Great Britain’s grid operator to call for extra electricity from power plants
Neso issues rare summer warning for Wednesday evening, as households turn on fans and air conditioningGreat Britain’s grid operator has released a rare summer power supply warning for Wednesday evening as the heatwave is expected to get more intense, putting pressure on the energy system.The National Energy System Operator (Neso) issued an electricity margin notice late on Tuesday, asking power plant owners to provide any extra electricity, as the buffer between supply and expected demand comes...