Elsie’s family ask for ‘bright colours’ at funeral
The family of an “extraordinary” seven-year-old girl who was killed in the Southport stabbing attacks have urged mourners at her funeral later to wear bright colours. Elsie Dot Stancombe died alongside Bebe King, six, and Alice da Silva Aguiar, nine,…
UK competition regulator finds concerns in Lindab’s acquisition of HAS-Vent
The UK competition regulator said on Thursday its in-depth probe has provisionally found that Lindab’s acquisition of British ventilation firm HAS-Vent could result in higher costs for ventilation systems in some areas. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) said its…
PMI data sends pound higher on euro, to new 13-month top on dollar
LONDON (Reuters) – The pound rose to a new 13-month high on the dollar on Thursday and also strengthened against the euro after British business activity data showed steady growth momentum going into the second half of 2024. The pound…
Why Clinton’s claim that Democratic presidents created more jobs than Republicans is slightly misleading
Former President Bill Clinton made an astounding claim at the Democratic National Convention on Wednesday night about the relative success of Democratic presidents when compared to their Republican counterparts in the area of job creation. The statistic is misleading, however. “Since the end…
Man taken into custody for alleged social media threat to kill Trump: Sheriff
An Arizona man was taken into custody in connection with an alleged social media threat to kill former President Donald Trump, according to officials. Ronald Lee Syvrud, 66, of Benson, was taken into custody on Thursday without incident, a Cochise…
Trump slams Harris on immigration during border visit in battleground Arizona
On the same day Vice President Kamala Harris is set to give her formal acceptance speech at the Democratic National Convention on Thursday, former President Donald Trump focused on the topic he has criticized Harris for the most: immigration. Trump spent…
How a Canadian rail shutdown could worsen US inflation
Two major Canadian freight rail companies locked out thousands of workers on Thursday, shutting down cross-border shipping routes and risking serious damage for the U.S. economy, industry experts told ABC News. The rail lines carry everything from chemical inputs to auto…
Historic heat breaking all-time records in Texas
Texas has been baking in record heat since the weekend, and the rest of the week will be no exception. Record highs are expected Thursday from Roswell, New Mexico, to Galveston, Texas, forecasts show. Heat alerts have been issued by…
Former Republican Rep. Adam Kinzinger set to round out slate of GOP speakers at DNC supporting Harris
Former Rep. Adam Kinzinger is in a unique position as a Republican: On Thursday, he is set to deliver a prime-time speech on the final day of the Democratic National Convention, speaking in support of Vice President Kamala Harris before she accepts…
Roster of Republicans slam Trump at the DNC
There were chants of “USA” and boasts of patriotism. Even the vice presidential candidate touted his love of guns. No, it was not the Republican National Convention all over again, but it has been a roster of Republican speakers getting…