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Top chefs back Andy Burnham for prime minister to cut VAT on hospitality

A group of celebrity chefs, led by Tom Kerridge, has launched a campaign urging the government to cut VAT on hospitality from 20% to 10%. Andy Burnham, a potential Labour leadership contender, has backed the proposal, which the industry says would ease pressure on struggling businesses. The campaign follows survey data showing nearly a quarter of UK pubs, bars, and restaurants are losing money.

1 outlet · 3 articles Jun 8

At least one killed, four injured in magnitude 7.8 earthquake in southern Philippines

A powerful magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck off the coast of Mindanao in the southern Philippines, killing at least 19 people and injuring over a hundred more, according to initial reports. The quake triggered tsunami warnings across the region, which were later lifted, and caused significant damage to buildings and infrastructure. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered the suspension of classes and mobilized government response efforts.

3 outlets · 4 articles Jun 8

Trump walks out of interview with NBC’s Meet the Press after clash over election claims

U.S. President Donald Trump abruptly ended a recorded interview with NBC's 'Meet the Press' after repeated challenges from host Kristen Welker over unsubstantiated claims of election fraud. The exchange, recorded Friday and aired Sunday, covered topics from the 2020 election to the Iran conflict, with the president accusing the press of being 'crooked' before removing his microphone.

3 outlets · 4 articles Jun 8

Armenia braces for election as Russia piles pressure on pro-West government

Armenia holds a parliamentary election on Sunday widely seen as a referendum on Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s drive to reduce Russian influence and pursue peace with Azerbaijan. Pashinyan faces a fragmented opposition that accuses him of conceding too much to Baku and damaging ties with Moscow, while analysts say his pro-Western course has reshaped the country’s geopolitical trajectory.

2 outlets · 3 articles Jun 6