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Healey pledges cheaper marmalade and gherkins in pre-Budget 'everyday fixes'

A UK minister, Healey, announced a pre-Budget package aimed at lowering prices on everyday groceries such as marmalade and gherkins. The measures are being presented as practical cost-of-living relief ahead of the full Budget. Details remain limited, and it is unclear how quickly shoppers would see prices fall.

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Bessent likens Obama library to Darth Vader's tomb after White House renovation criticism

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent compared the Obama presidential library to Darth Vader's tomb after Barack Obama criticized White House renovations. The remark escalates a partisan exchange over changes to the White House. It is notable as a high-profile jab involving a former president and a senior administration official.

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Apple's first foldable iPhone Duo faces reports of screen cracks

Owners of Apple's first foldable handset, the iPhone Duo, are reporting cracks in the device, according to The Guardian. The complaints mark an early durability test for Apple's entry into the foldable market, where screen reliability has long been a concern. How Apple responds could shape consumer confidence in the new product line.

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Bessent says Iran’s economy is collapsing as Treasury tightens financial vise

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Iran’s economy is “collapsing” as his department intensifies financial pressure. The remarks signal a tougher US sanctions campaign that could further strain Iran’s finances and heighten regional tensions.

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John Crace satirizes Liz Truss in ‘Bank Job’ digest

The Guardian’s John Crace published a satirical digest of Liz Truss’s “Bank Job,” mocking the former UK prime minister’s claim that “I, the TrussTER, will never die.” The piece is commentary rather than news, but it reflects continued public attention on Truss’s legacy after her short, market-shaking premiership.

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Southern California braces for flooding as record-breaking tides forecast

Southern California is preparing for possible coastal flooding as forecasters warn of record-breaking tides. Low-lying communities and infrastructure could be affected, prompting local authorities to take precautions. The warning highlights growing risks to coastal areas from extreme tidal and weather conditions.

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Cartoon: Ben Jennings takes on Andy Burnham's plans for young people

The Guardian published a political cartoon by Ben Jennings satirising Andy Burnham's proposals for young people. Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester, has been promoting youth-focused policies such as a jobs and training guarantee. The cartoon offers commentary rather than new information, reflecting ongoing debate over how to support young people's employment prospects.

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Letters call for regime change at Thames Water

A set of letters published by The Guardian argues that Thames Water needs a change of regime. The debate matters because the utility is under scrutiny over its performance and financial stability.

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Anthropic IPO: five surprising things we now know

Anthropic has completed a blockbuster share listing, and BBC Business highlights five surprising details now known about the AI company’s public-market debut. The listing matters because it could reshape investor expectations for AI firms and bring Anthropic greater capital and public scrutiny.