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Iran leaves surprising ‘list of demands’ on Trump including ‘compensation’

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Iran leaves surprising ‘list of demands’ on Trump including ‘compensation’

Donald Trump sent a 15-point peace plan to bring conflict to the Middle East, and now Iran has reportedly responded with its own list, which includes surprising demands.

Trump has offered a 15-point peace plan (Image: Getty Images)

Iran has reportedly submitted its peace plan list to the United States, including demands for compensation. Donald Trump has sent Iran a 15-point peace plan to end the Middle East conflict as the missiles approach a month since they were first launched. The deal is believed to include restrictions on Iran’s nuclear program and an agreement to keep the Strait of Hormuz open.

Iran has denied that talks are even taking place, but now it has reportedly given its list, which includes demands that may be difficult for America and Israel to accept.

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Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian has reportedly given his list of demands (Image: Anadolu via Getty Images)

Iran is demanding several guarantees over the conflict, which has caused thousands of deaths, damaged critical infrastructure, and displaced people from their homes.

The list also asks for war compensation, which Trump will find hard to accept and will look bad before the US midterms.

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“The Iranian president has said that one of the things that is needed is security guarantees, insurance that war will not resume,” said a NewsNation reporter in Tel Aviv, who listed the demands.

And Iran reportedly does not want any control over its ballistic missile programme, the report continues: “Especially for the Israeli side it will be hard to accept – and possibly for the Americans as well. There are signs that Iran has said they are willing to dig their own hell out of all this, that they have some kind of leverage.

That’s why when you talk to the Israeli public, they give little thought to the possibility of any negotiations here, believing that the gap to be bridged is just a little bit higher. Most people believe that there is still a way to go in this war.”

With increasing pressure on the United States to end the war as it neared the end of its first month, Washington submitted its 15-point plan to Iran through Pakistan’s intermediaries.

At least 1,000 US troops from the 82nd Airborne Division will be sent to the Middle East in the coming days. The Pentagon is also in the process of deploying two Marine units that would add about 5,000 Marines and thousands of sailors to the region. Trump is framing the move as a way to give himself “maximum flexibility” in his next actions.

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Arsenal 3-1 Chelsea: Women’s game needs more respect with umpiring – Sonia Bompastor

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Arsenal 3-1 Chelsea: Women’s game needs more respect with umpiring – Sonia Bompastor

Bompastor was clearly upset on the touchline when she approached the fourth official to question the decision.

Chelsea players looked shocked and their frustration grew, including Bompastor kicking the bottle when Kadisha Buchanan’s late effort was ruled out for a foul on goalkeeper Anneke Borbe, although replays showed it was the correct decision.

Asked what response he got from officials on his decisions, Bompastor said, “Nothing. It’s always the same. You go to them and ask them to check that they’ve made the right decision; they always say, ‘Yes, we’re checking.’

“But he made the wrong decision. Nothing changes. When a human being makes a mistake, it is easier to understand, but when VAR is involved, it becomes really difficult.

“I don’t think it’s the first time for us in the Champions League this season. When we played Barcelona, ​​Caterina Macario’s goal was not offside. It changes many things. I think they need to be better.”

Bompastor stressed that he believes VAR is beneficial for the women’s game.

But the officials using it must be “the right people to investigate situations”.

When asked how to give more respect to the women’s game, Bompastor suggested bringing the “best” referees to the biggest games.

“If it has to come from the men’s game, so be it,” she said. “If it’s coming from the women’s game, [use] the best ones,” she added.

“We need to make these decisions. It’s really disappointing. We need to bring efficiency, which is the most important thing.”

Pesu, 36, officiated in this year’s Women’s Champions League and oversaw two matches at last summer’s European Championship, including the opening match between hosts Switzerland and Norway.

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Boxing: What can be done to help the welfare of boxers during and after their careers?

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Boxing: What can be done to help the welfare of boxers during and after their careers?

For some, the solution lies in a physical infrastructure.

Former British champion Jimmy Revie is now suffering from dementia. The 78-year-old Londoner is looked after by his wife, Louisa, who takes him to meetings of former boxers to keep his dying flame burning.

“He comes alive when he goes to meetings because he sees all the old fighters and they all say, ‘Hello, Jim,’ and they’re all friendly,” she says.

Louisa is a vocal supporter of the Ringside Charity Trust, which is campaigning to open a 36-bed specialist care home for retired boxers – a facility similar to those provided by the Jockey Club for former riders.

Currently, the charity runs a helpline that helps fighters in serious distress.

“They will have their own nursing staff who know about boxing.”

Luisa explains. “They must know everyone. They want to build a cinema there so they can watch their old fights.

“So it’ll be a better environment for them, and I think they’ll thrive there.”

Boxer Stephen Smith, a coach-turned-boxer from a family of boxers, including former world champions Callum Smith and Liam Smith, says retired players become “vulnerable” and can feel “forgotten.”

“Once you retire, your calling never goes away again,” he says.

“It’s sad but if something can be done to help take care of the fighters after the game, then that’s a great thing.”

The Trust enjoys high-profile support; former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua wore their logo on his attire for his recent fight with Jake Paul.

But, while the will exists, the path to funding it has proven difficult.

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Pet owners will not have to pay more than £21 for prescriptions after major investigation

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Pet owners will not have to pay more than £21 for prescriptions after major investigation

A price cap will be imposed on pet prescriptions, the Competition and Markets Authority has announced after a three-year investigation.

Under the changes, pet owners will have to pay a maximum of £21 for their first prescription and £12.50 for any other medication within the same consultation, after the CMA found that vets were being charged more for some commonly prescribed medications.

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Vets must also inform clients of the savings they can get by buying prescriptions online.

The report predicts a 63% increase in average prices for veterinarian services between 2016 and 2023, significantly outpacing general inflation.

Martin Coleman, chairman of the independent investigative group, said the reforms would “make a real difference for the millions of pet owners who want the best for their pets but struggle to find a practice, treatment, and price that meets their needs.”

What else is changing?

Practices will be required to publish a comprehensive price list for standard services – including consultations, routine procedures, diagnostics, written prescriptions and cremation options.

A comparison site will also be set up to allow pet owners to more easily assess different veterinary practices.

Vets must make it clear with on-site and online signage whether they are part of a group or an independent business.

Practices must provide a written estimate in advance for any treatment costing £500 or more – as well as an itemised bill. The only exception to this rule will be emergency situations.

All these changes will be legally implemented by 23 September.

These are CVS, IVC, Linnaeus, MediVet, Pets at Home, and VetPartners.

The investigation found that some issues were “specific” to the six large veterinary groups. These are CVS, IVC, Linnaeus, MediVet, Pets at Home, and VetPartners.

Coleman said, “We’re not backing away from this issue. Most of them have higher average prices than independent practices, and, in at least three out of five cases, larger groups buying up independent practices have created higher average prices at those practices.

“Some of these groups are making huge profits
That would be more than would be expected in a well-functioning competitive market.”

He said today’s changes would mean that large vet groups will be held to account by an independent regulator for the first time.

“Pet owners are left in the dark about prices, even when they are costing them thousands of pounds; many are paying far more than they need to for medicines; pet owners often have no idea who they are purchasing services from; and the big businesses that control most veterinary practices and provide vital services are not held to account by an independent regulator,” they said in their summary.

“And this ultimately impacts pet owners’ ability to get care for their animals. This has to change.”

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What did the vets say?

We asked every major veterinary group for their thoughts on the reforms and this is what they told us:

Veterinarian for Pets, which is part of Pets at Home, said it was a “challenging time” for its teams but was pleased to hear that the system would be modernised.

A spokeswoman said it was the only large group whose average prices were found to be no higher than independent practices.

“Our network of more than 600 practice owners is dedicated to providing the best quality and value pet care in the communities they serve,” she added.

“This has been a challenging time for the dedicated veterinary teams who work tirelessly to care for the nation’s pets, but we are pleased that this process has identified the need to modernise the legislation and regulatory systems underpinning the sector.”

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CVS, which has hundreds of practices, said in a statement to investors that it believed some of the CMA’s reforms were not “fully appropriate” but that they were “comfortable” and “viable”.

It added, “We are already compliant with several treatments and are well advanced in compliance with others, with price lists published on our practice websites in late 2025 and 117 CVS UK companion animal practices already jointly branded.”

IVC Evidence: The company, which has more than 2,200 clinics, hospitals, and out-of-hours sites, said it welcomed the report and remained focused on providing “excellent care for animals” and “excellent support for customers”.

mediumweight, which has more than 350 clinics nationwide, said it was pleased to see that many of its existing practices were already in line with the CMA’s findings.

A spokesperson said, “We also welcome the fact that the CMA’s analysis has shown that Medivate does not make excess profits. We look forward to focusing on delivering exceptional care to our patients.”

The British Veterinary Association, a national body that represents the veterinary profession and was not one of the big six vets named by the CMA, said the changes were a “really positive step” to increase transparency but noted that vets have been dealing with higher costs recently.

Dr. Rob Williams, chairman of the group, said, “Providing highly skilled veterinary care is expensive, and while we recognise that prices have increased rapidly in recent years, the increase is due to a number of factors, including the high costs experienced by all businesses—and vet practices are not immune.”

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Hedge fund manager claimed he touched woman because he was under general anaesthetic, tribunal hears

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Hedge fund manager claimed he touched woman because he was under general anaesthetic, tribunal hears

A former hedge fund manager claimed he touched a colleague’s breasts as she was under general anaesthetic, a tribunal has heard.

Crispin Odey, 67, once one of Britain’s richest hedge fund managers, was previously accused of inappropriate conduct at least 46 times between 2003 and 2020.

Last March, he was banned from the UK finance industry following allegations of inappropriate conduct and fined £1.8m for “lack of integrity.”

Mr Odey, who began giving evidence at the Upper Tribunal on Tuesday in London, denies the allegations and intends to challenge the authority’s decision.

Claire Sibson Casey, for the FCA, told how Mr O’Day had on one occasion touched a colleague’s breasts.

Mr Odey said it happened in 2005 because he was “under the influence” of general anaesthetic after a dental procedure and he “probably apologised” at the time.

The tribunal heard that more than half of the cases of alleged inappropriate conduct were against two of his receptionists at his firm, Odey Asset Management.

One complaint alleged Mr O’Day described one of his receptionists as a “dangerous girl” and “delicious” in an attempt to flirt with her.

She told the tribunal on Tuesday that, at the time of his contact, she thought he was “just making her feel comfortable.”. But he later realised that he came across as a “creepy old man”.

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Crispin Odey arrived at the Upper Tribunal in London on Tuesday. Photo: PA

Mr O’Day said it was “unreasonable” to believe that “a 25-year-old man had any interest in a 60-year-old man.”

He said he was “embarrassed” but believed his behaviour was “completely innocent”.

He added, “Maybe I misunderstood it, but actually, when I was talking to the receptionist, I thought it made her feel comfortable.

“When I was 25 or 35, it was absolutely fine, but when I turned 60, and I was still doing the same thing, they thought ‘creepy old man’ and looking back, I realise that was the wrong thing.

“One of the unreasonable things was to believe that a 25-year-old man had any interest in a 60-year-old man.

“That was an old man’s dream, silly.”

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Ms. Sibson also said Mr. O’Day later messaged the woman after lunch, saying he wanted it “to last all afternoon and go to bed.”

“You unequivocally expressed your desire to go to bed with him,” Ms Sibson told him at the tribunal, a claim Mr O’Day denied.

Another woman complained that Mr O’Day would make daily comments, ask to see her clothes and offer to take her shopping, Ms Sibson said.

Mr O’Day explained that the incident was because he was wearing “loose” clothes which could have affected people’s “first impression” of the company – but “ultimately” he should have taken the matter to HR.

The tribunal heard how Mr. Odey was given a final written warning – which he allegedly breached by sexually harassing a temporary receptionist in 2021.

But in a witness statement, Mr. Odey said he believed he had become the “poster boy” for the FCA’s “agenda.”

The trial before Mr. Justice Thompsell, Upper Tribunal Judge Rupert Jones, and Upper Tribunal Member Cathy Farquharson is due to conclude later this month.

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Catholic exorcists want demon-fighting priests in every diocese

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Catholic exorcists want demon-fighting priests in every diocese

The International Union of Exorcists wants every Catholic diocese around the world to have at least one trained exorcist

Exorcists say more people are taking an interest in dark side practices (Image: D-Keen via Getty Images)

Prominent Catholic exorcists have urged Pope Leo XIV to recruit additional demon-fighting priests following reports of a rise in occult and satanic practices around the world.

Officials from the International Association of Exorcists (AIE) met with the pontiff earlier this month and presented a report highlighting the rising incidents of witchcraft and Satanism.

AIE is calling on every Catholic diocese worldwide to provide at least one qualified exorcist to identify and resolve complex cases.

They are also pushing for better training, more explicit guidance for newly appointed bishops, and stronger standards for determining when a case requires intensive spiritual intervention, according to reports from EWTN Vatican and Infovaticana.

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Exorcists claim that an increasing number of people are experimenting with sinister practices and seeking guidance in completely the wrong places— sometimes finding themselves in serious trouble.

Father Francesco Bamonte, vice president of the AIE, is reported to have warned that ignoring the pattern does not provide adequate support for the faithful and leads some people to “inappropriate solutions.”

During the Pope’s visit, exorcists distributed a book titled “Guidelines for the Ministry of Exorcism” with an image of the venerated spiritual warrior, St. Michael the Archangel, from the famous Monte Sant’Angelo sanctuary.

Reports indicate that the Pope expressed gratitude for their efforts and presented rosaries in return, remembering the late Father Gabriel Amorth, the prominent exorcist who helped establish the AIE.

Critics argue that many alleged possession incidents are better addressed by medical professionals and mental health experts, warning that discussion of “spiritual warfare” may alarm vulnerable individuals.

The exorcists say their procedures include medical screening, and proper training is necessary to protect the public.

There are no official statistics on the number of exorcisms performed by the Catholic Church.

Nevertheless, the demand for exorcisms continues to grow, and last year more than 300 exorcists gathered for the 15th International Conference of Exorcists, demonstrating a vital, coordinated worldwide ministry.

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Mohamed Salah was hailed as Liverpool’s ‘greatest’ by a team-mate after the dismissal was confirmed

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Mohamed Salah was hailed as Liverpool’s ‘greatest’ by a team-mate after the dismissal was confirmed

Andy Robertson has hailed the departing Mohamed Salah as Liverpool’s “greatest” player.

On Tuesday evening, news of Salah’s unexpected departure at the end of the season emerged.

signalling the end of an illustrious nine-year partnership between the Egyptians and the Anfield club.

With 255 goals in 435 appearances, the 33-year-old will depart as the Reds’ third-highest goalscorer behind only Ian Rush and Roger Hunt.

Robertson and Salah have been together at Liverpool for nine successful seasons. (Getty Images)

And Robertson, who signed for the club in the same transfer window in 2017, led the dressing room tributes.

Posting on Instagram, the Scotland international wrote, “Thank you, Mohamed.

These were nine of the best years of our lives, filled with great memories both on and off the pitch. It has been a pleasure to watch you become the best at what you do and one of the best dressed in a Liverpool shirt.

“Your mentality is second to none and many people can take note. You push yourself every single day and always demand more from yourself and others. I’m glad to have shared the pitch with you for so long, but I’m even happier to call you a friend.

“You deserve a send-off that reflects your status in the LFC – the greatest. Second to none.”

The exact circumstances behind the decision have yet to emerge, with Arne Slott’s role as manager unclear, but former Liverpool player Stephen Warnock has suggested the Dutchman could find himself out of the club if results deteriorate in the coming weeks.

Liverpool manager Arne Slott has been warned he could be out next (Gareth Fuller/PA)
Liverpool manager Arne Slott has been warned he could be out next (Gareth Fuller/PA)

“Do they have any replacements in the squad now? “No, they don’t, not at all,” he told BBC Radio Five Live.

“Whether it’s Arne Slott or a new manager (who has to find one), we’ll have to wait and see. That’s another thing that’s up for debate. If Liverpool get knocked out of the Champions League by Paris Saint-Germain in the next few weeks and they don’t win against Manchester City in the FA Cup, suddenly many things look bad.

“It won’t just be Mohamed Salah; they are looking for a replacement, it will be the manager.”



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