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Motorhome bought by Murrell with stolen SNP money was driven only 4 miles, court told

Motorhome bought by Murrell with stolen SNP money was driven only 4 miles, court told

High court in Edinburgh hears £125K vehicle was described as a van in faked invoice and stocked with luxury goodsThe…

Why Putin and Trump Should Both Want Quick Peace Deals

Why Putin and Trump Should Both Want Quick Peace Deals

In Ukraine and Iran, the world has two major wars that are both highly destructive in their own right and carry…

Californians head to the polls as governor primary goes down to the wire – US politics live

Californians head to the polls as governor primary goes down to the wire – US politics live

Other races also taking place in state as well as primaries in New Jersey, South Dakota, New Mexico, Iowa and…

Sabrina Carpenter gets restraining order against man who showed up at her home

Sabrina Carpenter gets restraining order against man who showed up at her home

During one "deeply alarming" incident on 23 May, Carpenter claims that he made his way to her front door -…

Murdered student Henry Novak told police 'I can't breathe' while handcuffed

Murdered student Henry Novak told police 'I can't breathe' while handcuffed

IOPC director Derrick Campbell said: " We acknowledge that this case has raised questions about the actions of the attending…

Appeal to find deaf cat who hitched ride in van in Nottingham

Appeal to find deaf cat who hitched ride in van in Nottingham

"He's very distinctive - he's got bright blue eyes, a very pink nose. He's very inquisitive and very friendly, but…

A red box for Donald Trump, and eight weeks to make it. Now I really am outraged by the Mandy files | Marina Hyde

A red box for Donald Trump, and eight weeks to make it. Now I really am outraged by the Mandy files | Marina Hyde

I’m not sure any other first world nation would have this problem. Keir Starmer’s promise of growth, growth, growth appears…

The Guardian June 2, 2026
Five questions left unanswered by the Mandelson files

Five questions left unanswered by the Mandelson files

A second batch of files relating to Lord Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador has been released.

BBC June 2, 2026
Peter Murrell used SNP cards for £400,000 spending spree

Peter Murrell used SNP cards for £400,000 spending spree

The motorhome was delivered to Halbeath Industrial Estate in January 2021, with Murrell driving it the short distance to his…

BBC June 2, 2026
Labour ‘not looking to raise taxes to fund benefits’ as Mandelson messages suggest

Labour ‘not looking to raise taxes to fund benefits’ as Mandelson messages suggest

Nick Thomas-Symonds defends ‘embarrassing’ Whatsapp messages between Pat McFadden and MandelsonUK politics live – latest updatesLabour MPs are not looking…

The Guardian June 2, 2026

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South Africa Beats Primary Budget Surplus Goal, Stabilizes Debt

South Africa Beats Primary Budget Surplus Goal, Stabilizes Debt

South Africa posted a third consecutive primary budget surplus, underscoring the government’s commitment to repairing state finances.

Bloomberg June 2, 2026
BOE Asset Sales Drive Up UK Borrowing Costs, Staff Paper Finds

BOE Asset Sales Drive Up UK Borrowing Costs, Staff Paper Finds

Bank of England asset sales have driven up UK borrowing costs by almost half a percentage point, adding to the pressure on Britain’s stretched government…

Bloomberg June 2, 2026
Will the AI economy create a permanent underclass?

Will the AI economy create a permanent underclass?

From India and Africa to Europe, countries not yet in the AI supply chain risk mass job losses, losing the tax revenue needed to deal…

The Guardian June 2, 2026
Nvidia CEO Gives India Tech Bulls New Ammunition

Nvidia CEO Gives India Tech Bulls New Ammunition

Huang dismisses fears that AI will decimate the software industry.

Bloomberg June 2, 2026
Palo Alto CEO’s Pay, Now Nearly $100 Million, Is Most Rejected in Corporate America

Palo Alto CEO’s Pay, Now Nearly $100 Million, Is Most Rejected in Corporate America

A majority of Palo Alto Networks investors have voted against the cybersecurity company’s executive pay seven times in 11 years. That’s despite the company’s stock soaring. 

Bloomberg June 2, 2026
SNB Has No Exchange Rate Target for Franc, Schlegel Says

SNB Has No Exchange Rate Target for Franc, Schlegel Says

The Swiss National Bank doesn’t target a specific exchange rate, President Martin Schlegel said, repeating the central bank’s position that it has a greater willingness…

Bloomberg June 2, 2026
Withings Debuts New Smart Scale Marketed Toward GLP-1 Users

Withings Debuts New Smart Scale Marketed Toward GLP-1 Users

Withings, the French company that pioneered the category of Wi-Fi bathroom scales, unveiled a new model with advanced body composition…

Law’s Billable Hour Is Being Shredded by AI

Law’s Billable Hour Is Being Shredded by AI

AI is upending law firms’ billing, hiring and even their legal products.

SoftBank in Early Talks to Back $800 Million Agile Robots Round

SoftBank in Early Talks to Back $800 Million Agile Robots Round

German industrial robotics startup Agile Robots is in discussions to raise about $800 million in new funding from backers including…

Google owner Alphabet to sell $80bn in stock to fund AI spending spree

Google owner Alphabet to sell $80bn in stock to fund AI spending spree

One of largest equity fundraisings ever includes $10bn share sale to US investment group Berkshire HathawayBusiness live – latest updatesGoogle’s…

Paralympian John McFall could be first astronaut with disability in orbit

Paralympian John McFall could be first astronaut with disability in orbit

Asked what it took to be an astronaut, he said: "You've got to be a reasonably rational and pragmatic person,…

BTS, Benson Boone, Cardi B Among Performers Set for iHeartRadio Music Festival 2026

BTS, Benson Boone, Cardi B Among Performers Set for iHeartRadio Music Festival 2026

BTS, Benson Boone and Cardi B are among the acts slated to perform at the iHeartRadio Music Festival presented by…

Variety June 2, 2026
‘An endless silent scream feeling’: artist Roni Horn on horror, hope and landing in a lake in Iceland

‘An endless silent scream feeling’: artist Roni Horn on horror, hope and landing in a lake in Iceland

She’s famous for sculptures that seem both solid and liquid. Now she has created a show amidst the ‘downfall of…

The Guardian June 2, 2026
‘The face doesn’t move’: Hollywood’s obsession with cosmetic surgeries has led to stiffer looks – and performances

‘The face doesn’t move’: Hollywood’s obsession with cosmetic surgeries has led to stiffer looks – and performances

With procedures like filler and Botox becoming commonplace, audiences are lamenting the smoothed-out, uncanny faces now rampant in major picturesA…

The Guardian June 2, 2026
What we’re reading: writers and readers on the books they enjoyed in May

What we’re reading: writers and readers on the books they enjoyed in May

Madeleine Thien, Sufiyaan Salam and Guardian readers discuss the titles they have read over the last month. Join the conversation…

The Guardian June 2, 2026
‘All the girls were in there for shit that is pretty normal’: the show reinventing Girl, Interrupted for a new generation

‘All the girls were in there for shit that is pretty normal’: the show reinventing Girl, Interrupted for a new generation

Susanna Kaysen’s cult memoir sparked a wave of 90s novels about young women in crisis. After 10 years in the…

The Guardian June 2, 2026
Planet Israel review – valuable personal documentary about Israel/Palestine conflict

Planet Israel review – valuable personal documentary about Israel/Palestine conflict

Gillian Mosely’s film argues that Israelis are asked to accept a ‘forever war’ in part motivated by Netanyahu’s desire to…

The Guardian June 2, 2026
Mamdani repeals kids’ bedtimes during New York Knicks’ NBA finals quest: ‘This was not a difficult decision’

Mamdani repeals kids’ bedtimes during New York Knicks’ NBA finals quest: ‘This was not a difficult decision’

Knicks attempting to win their first title since 1973NYC mayor is a keen fan of city’s sports teamsZohran Mamdani’s relentless…

The Guardian June 2, 2026
Southampton backs ‘spygate’ Eckert despite world’s most lucrative game miss

Southampton backs ‘spygate’ Eckert despite world’s most lucrative game miss

Southampton back Tonda Eckert despite missing out on a playoff…

Al Jazeera June 2, 2026
Has the World Cup arrived yet? In the US, it depends on who you ask

Has the World Cup arrived yet? In the US, it depends on who you ask

Just days away from the opener, the tournament has yet…

The Guardian June 2, 2026
What are the FIFA World Cup 2026 squads for all 48 teams?

What are the FIFA World Cup 2026 squads for all 48 teams?

From icons bidding adieu, to upcoming stars looking to make…

Al Jazeera June 2, 2026
French Open 2026 quarter-finals: Svitolina v Kostyuk; Andreeva swats Cirstea aside – live

French Open 2026 quarter-finals: Svitolina v Kostyuk; Andreeva swats Cirstea aside – live

Updates from Tuesday’s quarter-final matches in Paris Sabalenka outguns Osaka…

The Guardian June 2, 2026
Hammack Says Fed May Need to Act Soon Against High Inflation

Hammack Says Fed May Need to Act Soon Against High Inflation

Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland President Beth Hammack said it’s reasonable to hold interest rates steady for now given uncertainties…

Bloomberg June 2, 2026
A $200 Billion Test of Investors’ Appetite for AI Looms

A $200 Billion Test of Investors’ Appetite for AI Looms

Offerings from SpaceX, Anthropic, OpenAI will be blockbuster market events.

Bloomberg June 2, 2026
Segantii’s Sadler Details Rising Stress at Time of Esprit Trades

Segantii’s Sadler Details Rising Stress at Time of Esprit Trades

Segantii Capital Management founder Simon Sadler told a Hong Kong court that stresses had been building at home and in…

Bloomberg June 2, 2026
India’s Key Monsoon Rains Set to Begin Days After Official Start

India’s Key Monsoon Rains Set to Begin Days After Official Start

India’s annual monsoon rains that are crucial for farm output are likely to arrive around Thursday at Kerala state on…

Bloomberg June 2, 2026
RBI May Have Sold Gold to Save FX Reserves, BE Analysis Shows

RBI May Have Sold Gold to Save FX Reserves, BE Analysis Shows

India’s central bank may have offloaded a portion of its gold holdings to shield its foreign-currency assets from the cascading…

Bloomberg June 2, 2026
China’s Solar Industry Launches Space Alliance With Few Details

China’s Solar Industry Launches Space Alliance With Few Details

Chinese solar manufacturers and research institutes launched an alliance on Tuesday to promote solar energy in space, a potential new…

Bloomberg June 2, 2026
Genital herpes rising in England, despite overall drop in STIs

Genital herpes rising in England, despite overall drop in STIs

STIs are particularly common among young people, with health experts saying testing for them is vital.

BBC June 2, 2026
Cancer is now a story of the good, the bad and the ugly – but also hope | Devi Sridhar

Cancer is now a story of the good, the bad and the ugly – but also hope | Devi Sridhar

It’s natural to focus on breakthroughs, but there are many challenges in Britain and around the world. There is no magic bullet, but there’s room…

The Guardian June 1, 2026
‘I was getting ready to say goodbye’: cancer patient’s hope after smart drug success

‘I was getting ready to say goodbye’: cancer patient’s hope after smart drug success

Pat Brogan preparing to walk his daughter down the aisle after trial of treatment designed to stop disease from hiding• Smart drug that strips cancer…

The Guardian June 1, 2026
Three Ebola vaccines in development amid growing outbreak fears

Three Ebola vaccines in development amid growing outbreak fears

IAVI, Moderna and the University of Oxford are all working on new vaccines.

BBC June 1, 2026