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‘Quiet quitting’ could be hitting the economy – here’s why
A new analysis finds that British worker engagement has declined over the past decade, with fewer employees willing to go beyond basic job requirements, potentially contributing to productivity challenges.
Price hikes on the way at Worcester leisure centres
Perdiswell Leisure Centre plans to raise adult swim prices by 6.8% and fitness class fees by 5.6%, with operators citing rising energy and staffing costs exceeding inflation rates.
Officials from Mecca pact states to hold talks in Iran amid regional tensions
Senior officials from Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan are visiting Tehran for talks with Iranian counterparts amid escalating regional tensions and Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia.
Do Palestinians in Gaza expect anything to change after Israel’s election?
Palestinians in Gaza are watching Israel’s upcoming election with uncertainty, hoping for leadership change that might ease their suffering after three years of conflict and a ceasefire that has brought limited relief.
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MrBeast’s Newest Battle: Granting Wishes for Kids Battling Cancer (With Assist From LeBron James)
MrBeast released a philanthropic video featuring NBA star LeBron James granting wishes to children fighting cancer while raising funds for pediatric cancer research through partnerships with Stand Up to Cancer and other organizations.
Andy Roddick Lands First Major Acting Role in ‘The Dink’: ‘He’s Always Funny, but He’s on Another Level in This Movie,’ Says Star Jake Johnson
Tennis champion Andy Roddick makes his acting debut in the pickleball comedy “The Dink,” playing a version of himself alongside star Jake Johnson.
‘Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender’ Creators, Director Talk New Art Style, Huge Action Sequences, Ideas That Didn’t Make Final Cut
Avatar Studios releases “Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender” on Paramount+, aging up the original characters and following Aang’s journey as the world’s last airbender.
Roxette Cancels 40th Anniversary Tour of North American Amphitheaters, Citing ‘Hugely Increased Touring Costs’
Swedish pop group Roxette canceled its 40th anniversary North American amphitheater tour, citing increased touring costs. The decision follows the band’s 2025 revival with a new lead singer replacing the late Marie Fredriksson.
‘Bob’s Burgers’ to Unveil New Holiday Short ‘On the Fort Day of Christmas’ This Year on Hulu
“Bob’s Burgers” will debut a new Christmas-themed short called “On the Fort Day of Christmas” on Hulu later this year, featuring the Belcher kids building a snow fort during a record-breaking snowstorm.
‘Futurama’ to Release Three New Supersized Specials, Including a Christmas Episode, Starting Next Year on Hulu
Hulu has greenlit three extended-length “Futurama” specials alongside Season 14, with a Christmas special launching in 2027. The animated series returns with new episodes starting next month.
Katy Perry Slams White House for Using “Firework” in Military Strikes Video: “I Am Deeply Appalled”
Katy Perry expressed strong disapproval after the White House used her 2010 song “Firework” as a soundtrack for military strikes footage on TikTok, stating she did not authorize the use.
‘EverQuest Legends’ Unveils Cat Race Kerran as Playable Characters for Video Game Franchise’s Reboot (EXCLUSIVE)
The upcoming “EverQuest Legends” reboot will feature the Kerran cat race as playable characters at launch on July 28, marking the first time the franchise has offered this option in a mainline release.
Hudson Williams and Carrie-Anne Moss Star in Equal Parts Steamy and Spooky ‘Yaga’ Teaser
The teaser for mystery series Yaga, starring Carrie-Anne Moss and Hudson Williams, premiered at San Diego Comic Con. The show will debut in October on AMC+ and Crave.
Bank of England to stop accepting bonds linked to coal for key loans
The Bank of England will no longer accept bonds linked to thermal coal as collateral for commercial bank loans, effective in October, marking a significant climate policy shift.
European gas prices surge amid fears US-Iran war will cause winter shortages
European natural gas prices surged to four-month highs as escalating Middle East tensions threaten winter supply, with reduced Qatari liquefied natural gas exports straining the continent’s storage capacity.
The Red Sea Is Becoming Saudi Arabia’s Biggest Oil Bottleneck
Saudi Arabia’s East-West Pipeline, traditionally a strategic hedge against Hormuz disruptions, faces critical vulnerabilities as a Houthi blockade at Bab El Mandab constrains Red Sea exports and strains alternative routes through the Suez Canal and SUMED pipeline.