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A Harris Poll survey for the Guardian found 95% of Americans believe the US is facing an affordability crisis, with 57% perceiving the economy as worsening. Many report struggles with rising grocery and gas costs.

An exclusive Harris Poll survey for the Guardian reveals 95% of Americans believe the US is facing an affordability crisis, with 57% citing worsening economic conditions due to rising grocery and gas costs. The poll highlights concerns amid the war in Iran and approaching midterm elections.

A US airman, Hannes Marschalek, is accused of indecently exposing himself to a 16-year-old girl and four women in Cambridgeshire, England, in 2022. The case was transferred to the US military, allowing him to avoid the British justice system, as revealed by the Guardian.

Minnesota experienced widespread arrests and deportations under ICE's Operation Metro Surge, with 5,000 people detained and $700 million in lost revenue. The operations, criticized for violating constitutional amendments and international human rights laws, targeted cities with large immigrant populations and resulted in nearly 200,000 arrests nationwide by early 2026.

A £8.2bn AI datacentre project in Lanarkshire, Scotland, promoted as being powered entirely by on-site renewables by 2030, has been revealed to have misrepresented its power plans. Government and developers privately acknowledged a 'power provision issue' at the site, undermining the project's sustainability promises.

A Scottish AI datacentre project in Lanarkshire, developed by CoreWeave and DataVita with government backing, has been found to misrepresent its renewable energy plans, as officials and developers privately acknowledged power provision challenges. The project, promised to be fully powered by on-site renewables by 2030, faces criticism for misleading claims and feasibility concerns.

Foreign secretary Yvette Cooper warns that artificial intelligence poses a 'Hiroshima'-style risk to humanity without global regulatory agreements, urging the US and China to establish international rules for AI development. She stated the issue will dominate foreign policy over the next two years.

Suella Braverman, a right-wing politician, called for Britain’s former colonies to pay reparations for the empire’s 'investment,' claiming the British Empire contributed to building them. The article refutes her claims, citing historical compensation to slave owners and research showing Britain looted resources from colonies like India.

Nigel Farage received £5m from British-Thai crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne, as revealed by the Guardian. The article questions the purpose of the payment and highlights ongoing scrutiny of Farage's financial dealings.

Elon Musk posted about UK race and immigration twice as often as he did about SpaceX in the weeks before SpaceX's IPO. A Guardian analysis of his X activity between 31 May and 12 June revealed his social media focus on UK politics.

The article argues that America has lost its foundational values, referencing the Declaration of Independence's phrase 'All men are created equal,' and calls for a return to those principles. It includes a link to a Guardian article and a Hacker News comment thread with minimal engagement.

Tom Kean Jr., a congressman, was absent for four months, missing over 100 votes while continuing to receive his full salary and benefits. He later revealed he was undergoing inpatient treatment for depression, though he initially provided vague explanations for his absence.

Donald Trump has earned more than $1bn from his crypto businesses since returning to the White House, according to recent financial disclosures. Over 400 Americans expressed outrage, disgust, and despair at their president's fortune amid concerns about conflict of interest.

The Trump administration faces accusations of undermining First Amendment rights through actions like tear-gassing protestors at an ICE facility, suing a media outlet, and targeting a poll worker's social media post. These actions have spurred a cross-partisan coalition defending free speech, including Republican governors, businesses, and conservative media outlets, despite differing policy views. The Department of Justice has also indicted the Southern Poverty Law Center, raising concerns about threats to democratic accountability.

President Trump and his family generated over $2 billion in revenue last year through crypto, meme coins, and merchandise ventures as the US aims to become the 'crypto capital of the world'.

A friend of 17-year-old Thunchanok Donhomla, allegedly murdered in Thailand, reported her missing to police and later visited the apartment of Simon Peter Carman, the Australian man charged in her case. Security footage from June 26 shows the friend at Carman's Pattaya condo, though the timestamp's authenticity is uncertain.

US and Iranian officials are engaging in indirect talks in Qatar mediated by third parties, complicating efforts to resolve the conflict and secure the Strait of Hormuz. Iran seeks control of the strait, with Oman proposing a joint fee plan, while internal divisions emerge between military hardliners and civilian leaders like President Masoud Pezeshkian, who prioritize unfreezing assets.

The article discusses how Donald Trump has shifted focus from the US's 250th anniversary of independence to himself, criticizing it as a missed opportunity for a unifying celebration. The Guardian's David Smith analyzes this as a 'theatre of the absurd,' suggesting Trump's actions detract from the historical significance of the event.

A longtime Democrat criticizes the Obama Presidential Center in Jackson Park, Chicago, describing it as an imposing, overpriced structure that disrupts the park's natural beauty. The article contrasts the author's childhood memories of the park with the modern development, comparing the tower to a 'defensive bunker' and noting its 225-foot granite design.

A 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck Venezuela, causing at least 1,450 deaths, over 3,000 injuries, and $6.7bn in damage. The UN and UNICEF report 38 damaged hospitals and 1.8 million people in need of aid. The disaster highlights Venezuela's weakened state capacity amid ongoing crisis.

Iran and the United States agreed to halt hostilities in the Gulf and resume talks over the Strait of Hormuz dispute. Talks are set to resume in Qatar on Tuesday, as reported by Axios and The Guardian.

The US and Iran exchanged strikes over the weekend, testing their fragile ceasefire. Iran attacked American military sites in Kuwait and Bahrain after the US accused Iran of targeting a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz and retaliated by striking Iranian infrastructure. The US and Iran plan to meet in Qatar to discuss their dispute over the strait.

Almost £24.4bn of UK government spending on public contractors went to private equity-controlled companies in the year to April 2025, with £1 in every £11 allocated to such firms. Concerns were raised about financial fragility, cost-cutting, and conflicting interests in profit-driven public services like transport, waste management, and healthcare.

An Australian man has been charged with the murder of a teenage girl whose body was found in a suitcase in Thailand. Simon Peter Carman, 46, denied the charges against him.

A landmark study suggests that screen time may damage the development of children under two years old. The findings are reported in an article by The Guardian.

Kai Wright, co-host of The Guardian's Stateside, refuses to buy a new phone. He is a Peabody Award-winning journalist known for hosting shows like Notes From America and The United States of Anxiety.

David Hencke, a Guardian journalist known for exposing the 'cash for questions' scandal, died from liver cancer at 79. His work led to the resignations of two Conservative ministers and contributed to Peter Mandelson's first government resignation.

Russia may provoke the Baltic states or Poland in response to Ukraine's long-range attacks inside Russia, according to The Guardian. Intelligence officials suggest Moscow could use hybrid attacks to test NATO unity rather than launching a full-scale invasion.

A land bridge in San Antonio spans a six-lane highway within a public park, serving as part of a restoration project for endangered Texas prairie land. The initiative is supported by the Outrider Foundation through its partnership with The Guardian for visual climate coverage.

A US fighter pilot was convicted of strangling a British woman in England, prompting scrutiny of US military justice. A UK justice minister called the case 'really serious,' and the Guardian reported that UK authorities are ceding responsibility to US military counterparts in similar cases.

Andy Burnham is reportedly appointing James Purnell, a former chair of Labour Friends of Israel and ex-minister, as his chief of staff. Purnell, who recently resigned from a lobbying firm, has a history of working in government and media, and is associated with the right of the Labour Party.

Walmart, Target, and Best Buy are offering deals to compete with Amazon Prime Day, including Walmart's Deal week, Target's Circle Deal Days, and Best Buy's Tech Fest Sale. These promotions provide discounts ranging from 40% to 60% on various items, with some exclusive offers for members of their loyalty programs.

Alan Greenspan, former Federal Reserve chair, died at age 100. He led the US economy for over 18 years but had a significant blind spot, as noted by Robert Reich, a former US Secretary of Labor and UC Berkeley professor.

A poll shows 60% of 18- to 28-year-old Britons would vote to rejoin the EU if given the opportunity, with many believing Brexit has failed. The survey, conducted by More in Common and shared with the Guardian, highlights significant dissatisfaction among young Britons with the UK’s departure from the EU.

The Guardian profiled Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum as ‘the world’s most popular leftwing leader,’ highlighting her 70%+ approval rating and background as an academic and activist. The article acknowledges her challenges but emphasizes her popularity and influence compared to other recent international coverage of Mexico.

The article discusses the preliminary US-Israel-Iran ceasefire deal and criticizes Benjamin Netanyahu's approach of using extreme violence to address conflicts in the Middle East. It highlights the potential consequences for Netanyahu's political career following the failed war against Iran and the global perception of the deal as a capitulation.

Ebbw Vale, a Welsh town with the highest proportion of Leave voters in Wales during the Brexit referendum, has struggled to replace EU funding that once supported its economy. Despite new facilities like a hospital, tech firms, and a cybersecurity research center, the town remains quiet with few people using the developments.

A Guardian investigation found that areas which voted to leave the EU in the Brexit referendum have experienced faster growth in foreign workers since the vote, despite these areas also becoming relatively more deprived over the same period.

US residents in 2026 describe customer service as 'debilitating, depressing, enraging' due to financial and emotional costs. Guardian readers shared negative experiences with big companies, citing a focus on profits over customer well-being. The primary complaint centers on AI-driven customer service.

Spain is promoting less-visited regions to shift from its traditional 'sun and sand' tourism model, aiming to reach 100 million foreign visitors for the first time. Tourism minister Jordi Hereu dismissed concerns about saturation, emphasizing the need to address overtourism and climate emergency impacts.