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- 1996 remembered for Euro 96, Oasis at Knebworth and rise of Girl Power
- Pope Leo faces competition from Bad Bunny during Spain visit
- E3 leaders support ceasefire talks between Ukraine and Russia
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Financial Times - Savers withdrew nearly $60bn from three US banks as Apple raises heat
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The Financial Times says savers withdrew nearly $60bn from US banks Charles Schwab, State Street and M&T in the first quarter as customers moved their money in search of higher interest rates. Traditional banks could face further threat because of Apple and Goldman Sachs’ new savings account in the US that will pay 4.15% interest a year, it reports.
The paper’s main image is of Vladimir Kara-Murza, a Russian opposition activist, during a court hearing in Moscow where he was sentenced to 25 years in prison for treason.
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Watchdog cautions CSIS on risks of stereotyping foreign nationals in security checks
June 8, 2026
10:00 am
Canada’s spy agency has begun issuing targeted threat warnings for certain foreign nationals applying for government security clearance. The measure aims to enhance national security by scrutinising potential risks associated with specific countries and individuals during the clearance process.
Threats to U.S. judges during Trump era; shipbuilding decline raises security risks; dog study aims to improve aging for pets and humans
June 8, 2026
9:00 am
A recent examination reveals threats against U.S. judges during the Trump administration. Additionally, concerns about the decline of U.S. shipbuilding have surfaced, highlighting potential implications for national and economic security. Meanwhile, research on dogs may offer insights into healthy ageing for both pets and humans.
UK Parliament’s environment committee criticises government over climate policy: how coverage differs
June 8, 2026
8:00 am
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1996 remembered for Euro 96, Oasis at Knebworth and rise of Girl Power
June 8, 2026
7:00 am
Dominic Mohan, former editor of The Sun, reflects on the cultural significance of 1996 in his new book, 1996: My Backstage Pass to the Wildest Year of Britain’s Wildest Decade. He cites key moments, including Oasis’s iconic Knebworth concerts, the rise of the Spice Girls, and memorable events like Euro 96 and the Brit Awards.
Pope Leo faces competition from Bad Bunny during Spain visit
June 8, 2026
6:00 am
Pope Leo XIV begins his week-long visit to Spain, aiming to engage young adults, while coinciding with concerts by Bad Bunny in Madrid.
E3 leaders support ceasefire talks between Ukraine and Russia
June 8, 2026
5:00 am
Leaders from France, Germany, and the United Kingdom have backed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s call for direct ceasefire talks with Russia, following discussions in London. They emphasised the necessity of a dialogue involving US and European participation to establish a ceasefire and facilitate negotiations.
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