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AI-generated McDonald's advert removed after online criticism
McDonald’s says it has removed an Al-generated Christmas advertisement in the Netherlands after it was criticised online.
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December 12, 2025
The Guardian
Bulgaria’s government resigns after mass protests over corruption
Bulgaria’s prime minister has handed in his government’s resignation after less than a year in office following weeks of mass street protests over its economic policies and perceived failure to tackle corruption.
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December 12, 2025
The Guardian
Reform accused of making 'rash promises' amid council tax rises
Reform has been accused of making “rash promises” after a local authority led by the party was told it would have to increase council tax by the maximum amount despite its election promises to cut spending.
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December 12, 2025
The Guardian
'Netball's mum community has been so inspiring'
A gurgle turns into a squawk, and the early throes of a weary cry - surefire signs that an afternoon nap is required.
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December 12, 2025
The Guardian
EU raids Temu's European HQ in foreign subsidies investigation
Temu's European headquarters in Dublin have been raided by EU regulators investigating a potential breach of foreign subsidy regulations.
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December 12, 2025
The Guardian
MPs warned over phishing attacks via message apps
MPs are facing rising numbers of phishing attacks and Russia-based actors are actively targeting the WhatsApp and Signal accounts of politicians and officials, the UK parliamentary authorities have warned.
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December 12, 2025
The Guardian
McIlroy favourite as BBC Sports Personality shortlist is revealed
Three world champions, two European champions and the holder of a grand slam will face off this month for the title of BBC Sports Personality of the Year, in a shortlist that provides a high-powered boost to the venerable prize show.
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December 12, 2025
The Guardian
Orcas and dolphins spotted 'working as a team' to hunt salmon
Orcas and dolphins have been spotted working as a team to hunt salmon off the coast of British Columbia, according to a study that suggests a cooperative relationship between the two predators.
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December 12, 2025
The Guardian
Met officers must declare Freemason membership in new anti-corruption rule
Metropolitan police officers must tell their bosses if they are Freemasons, the force has announced, amid fears membership could be linked to corruption.
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December 12, 2025
The Guardian
Orcas and dolphins spotted ‘working as a team’ to hunt salmon
Orcas and dolphins have been spotted working as a team to hunt salmon off the coast of British Columbia, according to a study that suggests a cooperative relationship between the two predators.
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December 12, 2025
The Guardian
Disappointing Oracle results knock $80bn off value amid AI bubble fears
Oracle's shares tumbled 15% yesterday in response to the company's quarterly financial results, disclosed the day before.
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December 12, 2025
The Guardian
Ferguson double piles misery on insipid Celtic in Nancy's European debut
Two matches is not an adequate window in which to judge a manager.
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December 12, 2025
The Guardian
Infrastructure Health and safety rules 'hold UK back'
Overbearing health and safety rules are stopping Britain building new infrastructure, according to the economist whom Keir Starmer has cited as an inspiration for his growth strategy.
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December 12, 2025
The Guardian
'Harrowing' Vodafone evidence may spark franchise law change
The government will consider laws to correct the power imbalance in franchise agreements in response to the \"harrowing stories\" of small business people running Vodafone stores.
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December 12, 2025
The Guardian
Opponents of assisted dying bill call on Lords not to deliberately block it
Senior opponents of assisted dying legislation have called on peers not to hold up the progress of the bill through parliament, warning there was a serious danger of the Lords losing democratic legitimacy.
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December 12, 2025
The Guardian
Barbican arts centre to close for a year-long renovation before 50th anniversary
The Barbican will close its doors for 12 months from June 2028 as it undergoes a multimillion-pound renovation that leaders say will secure its future.
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December 12, 2025
The Guardian
Disney to invest $1bn in OpenAI and let Sora video tool use stars
Walt Disney has announced a $ibn equity investment in OpenAl, enabling the AI startup’s Sora video generation tool to use its characters.
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December 12, 2025
The Guardian
House backs bill to bolster Europe defence by $900bn
The US House approved a sweeping defence bill that bolsters Europe's security, in what appears to be a sharp rebuke to Donald Trump's mounting threats to downgrade Washington's ties to traditional allies and Nato.
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December 12, 2025
The Guardian
Nurse to appeal against 'hugely problematic' trans ruling
Sandie Peggie, the Fife nurse who was suspended after she complained about sharing a female changing room with a transgender doctor, will appeal against a “hugely problematic” employment tribunal ruling, her solicitor has confirmed.
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December 12, 2025
The Guardian
Campaigners begin legal process to halt puberty blockers trial
Campaigners have began a legal process intended to suspend a clinical trial of puberty blockers on the grounds that the research could prove harmful to the children taking part.
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December 12, 2025
The Guardian
The UK's pharma deal was essential - but GSK's boss was correct about US dominance
That's gratitude, eh?
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December 12, 2025
The Guardian
Ministers to give £3bn to state schools for special needs places
The government is to invest £3bn in creating bespoke places within local state schools for pupils with special needs, a key part of its efforts to grapple with England’s rising numbers of children with social and mental health issues.
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December 12, 2025
The Guardian
United debt hits £1.29bn despite first-quarter profit
Manchester United’s operating profit rose to £13m in the financial year’s first quarter, compared with an equivalent £7m loss 12 months earlier, and the chief executive, Omar Berrada, said this was down to “the difficult decisions made in the past year” by Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
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December 12, 2025
The Guardian
Austria bans headscarves in schools for girls under 14 - with €800 fines
Headscarves are to be banned in schools in Austria for girls under the age of 14, despite concerns the legislation will deepen societal divisions and could be struck down by the country’s constitutional court.
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December 12, 2025
The Guardian
Bulgaria's government resigns after mass protests over corruption
Bulgaria’s prime minister has handed in his government’s resignation after less than a year in office following weeks of mass street protests over its economic policies and perceived failure to tackle corruption.
2 min |
December 12, 2025
The Guardian
Brian Eno calls for support to get Palestinian song to Christmas No 1
The Together for Palestine fund is trying to get a Palestinian lullaby to Christmas No 1 in an effort to provide aid to people in Gaza while showcasing their culture and creativity.
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December 12, 2025
The Guardian
Momentous win cannot mask Guardiola’s need for more control
City’s youthful side showed plenty of promise in Madrid but they are also a work in progress prone to losing grip
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December 12, 2025
The Guardian
Don't diss The Donald: Leaders have little to say against destabilising US 'security' strategy
Twas the fortnight before Christmas and all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.
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December 12, 2025
The Guardian
Workers' rights Lords bill blocking angers ministers
The government has vowed that there will be no more concessions on the employment rights bill and that it will force the Lords to vote on it again next week, after Conservative and cross-bench peers blocked it on Wednesday night.
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December 12, 2025
The Guardian
Eurovision winner Nemo returns trophy over Israel
Nemo, the Swiss singer who won the 2024 Eurovision song contest, has said they are handing back their trophy in protest over Israel’s participation in next year’s event.
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