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Record-breaking heat sees UK battle wildfires

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A fire burns during a heatwave, in east London, Britain, July 19, 2022. REUTERS/Tony O'Brien

UK struggles against record-breaking heat, infrastructure failures and wildfires as temperatures soar due to climate change

A fire burns during a heatwave, in east London, Britain, July 19, 2022. REUTERS/Tony O’brien

Extreme heat saw Britain swelter as the mercury hit 40.3 degrees celsius in England’s north – the hottest temperature ever recorded in the United Kingdom.

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Heathrow Airport and St James’s Park in central London weren’t far behind, hitting 40.2 degrees.

The London Fire Brigade declared an emergency incident.

As it battled baking heat and fires sparking across multiple locations in and out of the national capital.

Professor Stephen Belcher, the Met Office’s chief scientist said that the extreme heat was due to climate change.

“If we continue under a high emissions scenario we could see temperatures like these every three years”

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Thousands of people in Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and the north-east were left without power after transmission equipment overheated.

Many train services were cancelled as the steel rails buckled under the heat, and overhead wires sagged.

Schools closed early – or even refused to open.

The supreme court moved hearings online.

And the British Museum closed at 3pm – earlier than normal because of the unprecedented heat.

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Simon is a ticker NEWS corespondent in London. Simon started his career in his hometown of Sydney as a news video producer for NineMSN, then moved to the UK with Good Morning Britain on ITV, followed by a TV reporter for a local news service in Manchester in England’s north. Simon joins ticker News after several years in the London headquarters of ITN Productions as a news producer, and as an assistant news editor for ITV News.

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Carney’s Liberals poised for Canadian election victory

Mark Carney’s Liberals projected to win Canadian election, promising economic reform and a robust stance against Trump.

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Mark Carney’s Liberals projected to win Canadian election, promising economic reform and a robust stance against Trump.

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Canadians are likely to re-elect Prime Minister Mark Carney and the Liberal Party, aiming to tackle economic challenges and U.S. relations.

Carney’s leadership has gained voter support, positioning him against Conservative rhetoric and focusing on strengthening Canada’s economy and trade ties.

Canadians are projected to retain the Liberal Party under Prime Minister Mark Carney in the recent national elections.

Carney, a former central banker, is expected to address economic challenges and respond to U.S. President Donald Trump’s claims about Canada’s economy.

The Liberals aim for a fourth term, although it is uncertain if they will secure a majority. Carney took over as Prime Minister following Justin Trudeau’s resignation earlier this year.

The Conservatives were leading by over 20 points in January but the political landscape shifted after Trump’s return. Carney positioned himself as the candidate capable of managing relationships with the U.S. and rebuilding Canada’s economy, which heavily depends on American demand.

Leadership skills

Polling data indicated a turning tide for the Liberals, as voters appreciated Carney’s leadership skills. After a conversation with Trump, Carney mentioned plans to discuss a new economic and security agreement post-election.

He plans to increase military investment while maintaining Canadian sovereignty on key issues like resources and language laws.

Carney has emphasised the need to enhance trade ties with Europe and Asia, aiming to reduce barriers within Canada. With his background in finance during critical periods, he aims to bring confidence back to the economy through tax reforms and targeted spending.

Pierre Poilievre’s Conservative rhetoric reportedly alienated some voters, amplifying support for Carney as the viable choice against Trump’s influence.

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National Top 10 Best Buyers Report: Terry Ryder’s Surprising Picks for Investors

Terry Ryder analyzes the National Top 10 Best Buyers Report, highlighting future capital growth locations like Darwin and Melbourne, while offering tips for first-time investors and an exclusive report discount.

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Terry Ryder analyzes the National Top 10 Best Buyers Report, highlighting future capital growth locations like Darwin and Melbourne, while offering tips for first-time investors and an exclusive report discount.


In this episode, Terry Ryder breaks down the National Top 10 Best Buyers Report, sharing how he identifies locations with long-term potential and future capital growth — beyond today’s “hot” markets. Discover why Darwin is a standout and why Melbourne is back on the radar. Plus, get his advice for first-time property investors and an exclusive discount on the report!

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U.S. Treasury Secretary warns China to urgently fix trade tensions

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urges China to reduce trade tensions and warns high tariffs are unsustainable, while expressing optimism for negotiations with India.

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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urges China to reduce trade tensions and warns high tariffs are unsustainable, while expressing optimism for negotiations with India.


Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has put the pressure firmly on China to take steps to reduce escalating trade tensions, stressing the heavy reliance of China’s economy on exports to the United States.

Bessent warned that current high tariff levels are unsustainable and shared optimism about negotiation breakthroughs with other nations, notably a potential trade deal with India.

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