Ariana Grande says decision to step back ‘was not reactive or impulsive’
The star told fans at her Chicago show on Monday that "boundaries need to be set". Source: BBC News
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US states sue to block Trump tariffs impacting dozens of countries
The duties were imposed over claims that 60 US trading partners have failed to tackle forced labour. Source: BBC News
Half price rail travel extended to 18-year-olds
They'll be able to buy the 16-17 Saver railcard up until the day before they turn 18. Source: BBC News
Ariana Grande has had enough of body comments, but ‘scrutiny’ will linger
The star has taken a "step back" from the spotlight after appearances led to "endless, ongoing public scrutiny". Source: BBC…
Tokenomics: Why making AI pay is tricky
Buyers of AI services are struggling to control costs and sellers are not sure how much to charge. Source: BBC…
Zinc dresses and ice creams – how to survive a heatwave wedding
The wedding industry is facing last-minute costs to cope with the heat and October bookings are up. Source: BBC News
EU calls for stronger borders after Ceuta migrant crossings
Ursula von der Leyen has called for action ahead of an urgent EU interior ministers meeting to discuss the issue.…
Huw Edwards criticised for entering festival poetry competition
A sex abuse survivor says Edwards winning would have been "catastrophic" and calls for rules review. Source: BBC News
US reports first two deaths linked to ‘explosive diarrhoea’ outbreak
The illness caused by parasitic infection that spreads through contaminated food or water is not generally life-threatening, health officials say.…
Russia says seven killed and 40 injured by Ukrainian drone hitting busy beach
Three children were killed when the drone crashed at a popular resort on the Black Sea. Source: BBC News