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Labubu maker sees sales soar after launch of mini version of toy
The Chinese company saw strong sales in overseas markets, especially in the US. Source link
Gambling ads featuring Lewis Hamilton and Chelsea FC logo banned over influence on children
UK’s ad watchdog warns the betting companies not to include any character who has a strong appeal to viewers under the age of 18. Source link
Author Philip Pullman calls on government to act on AI using books for training
The writer of the trilogies His Dark Materials and The Book of Dust wants copyright laws changed. Source link
Focus of grooming inquiry 'will not change', home secretary insists
Shabana Mahmood’s intervention comes after three survivors quit their inquiry roles over fears the scope was widening beyond abuse gangs. Source link
Fining firms for sewage spills will get 'quicker and easier', says government
The plans would see automatic fines for some offences and the burden of proof lowered for others. Source link
Can shampoo repair hair? Four haircare myths get the chop
There are countless hair products and hacks circulating. Two trichologists bust four common haircare myths. Source link
Ukraine hits Russian chemical plant with UK-made Storm Shadow missiles
The Bryansk facility produced gunpowder, explosives and rocket fuel components, Ukraine’s military says. Source link
The Papers: 'Problems pile up for Reeves' and 'a kiss from Carla'
Reported budget leaks and ex-French president Sarkozy beginning his prison term make the papers. Source link
ChatGPT-maker OpenAI releases browser in attempt to rival Google
ChatGPT Atlas was unveiled as the company seeks new ways to corral users to its online offerings Source link
Why Trump made breakthrough in Gaza but can't with Putin over Ukraine
The leaders’ cancelled summit is just the latest twist in Trump’s efforts to broker an end to the war, writes Anthony Zurcher. Source link