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For Black voters, climate action means little without relief from rising costs
Black voters prioritize cost of living over climate change as a top election concern, yet most want leaders to address environmental policy, according to polling in key swing states.
Nature: New strategy to restore protection for nature in Northern Ireland launched
Northern Ireland’s agriculture minister launches a Nature Recovery Strategy to restore biodiversity, with only one of 49 priority habitats meeting protection standards.
Create new pre-apprenticeship scheme to close youth unemployment gap, says Milburn
A national pre-apprenticeship scheme should be introduced in England to help young people transition from school to work, according to recommendations from a government review into youth unemployment.
Retrofit schools and consider moving exams to beat extreme heat, says teaching union leader
The UK’s largest education union leader calls for school retrofitting, changed schedules, and exam rescheduling to address increasingly severe heatwaves affecting classroom learning.
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Football gossip: Martinelli, Zubimendi, Wan-Bissaka, Ouattara, Palhinha, Dedic, Willock
Galatasaray has bid €45m for Arsenal’s Gabriel Martinelli, while Chelsea pursues Martin Zubimendi and Newcastle targets Amar Dedic from Benfica in an active transfer window.
Russell Westbrook announces retirement: Ranking top five moments for NBA’s all-time triple-doubles leader
Russell Westbrook, a nine-time All-Star and 2017 NBA MVP, announced his retirement after 18 seasons. He finished his career as the NBA’s all-time leader in triple-doubles with 209.
Arsenal transfer news: Gunners hold further talks over Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa – Paper Talk
Arsenal continues negotiations with Aston Villa over defender Ezri Konsa but remains below Villa’s asking price for the England international, according to recent reports.
Carter Gordon returns for Wallabies in ‘balanced selection’ for second Japan Test
Carter Gordon returns to the Wallabies at flyhalf for the second Japan Test on Saturday in Townsville after three previous setbacks due to injury since joining the squad.
England cricket curfew: Only wins for Joe Root’s side will stop hokey-cokey
England’s Test cricket team has abandoned its midnight curfew under new captain Joe Root and coach Stephen Fleming, betting that treating players as adults will improve performance after recent disciplinary issues.
Lionel Messi makes substitute appearance for Inter Miami after death of his father
Lionel Messi made a substitute appearance for Inter Miami on Wednesday after his father’s death last week, hinting he may retire from professional football.
Canadian Open: Iga Swiatek into first final of her ‘toughest season’
Iga Swiatek reached her first WTA final of the season by defeating Elina Svitolina 6-3 1-6 6-3 in the Canadian Open semi-finals, setting up a championship match against Elena Rybakina.
Fulham leave pitch as Malaga take penalty into empty net
Fulham’s pre-season friendly against Malaga ended in chaos when the English club left the pitch as Malaga converted a penalty into an empty net, citing a prior agreement against penalty shootouts.
Rodri transfer news: Man City reject £55m bid from Barcelona for World Cup-winning midfielder
Manchester City has rejected Barcelona’s £55m bid for Rodri, with the club seeking over £60m for the World Cup-winning midfielder as transfer negotiations continue.
Anthony Taylor: Retiring Premier League referee on VAR, toxic debate and intense scrutiny.
Retiring Premier League referee Anthony Taylor, 47, cites intense scrutiny, family sacrifices, and pressure from toxic officiating debates as key factors in ending his 20-year career after the World Cup.
Shea Charles: Former NI international Dallas confident Charles will star at Fulham
Shea Charles completed a record £30m transfer from Southampton to Fulham this week, becoming the most expensive Northern Ireland footballer ever. Former international Stuart Dallas praised the signing as beneficial for both club and player.
LIV Golf: Tickets for Team Championship event in Michigan no longer on sale on official website amid cancellation reports
LIV Golf’s season-ending Team Championship in Michigan is no longer listed for sale on the official website amid cancellation reports, though the league has not made an official announcement.