News & Politics
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Turkmenistan summits focus on cooperation and Caspian Sea crisis
Leaders from across Eurasia gathered in Turkmenistan for three summits focused on strengthening regional trade, transport connectivity and economic cooperation, while addressing the growing environmental crisis facing the Caspian Sea.
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How to avoid getting stung with bad debt advice if you miss a credit card payment
People are increasingly falling behind on credit card repayments, so here's the best way to get debt advice.
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Endangered orangutans released back into the wild after Borneo fires
The critically endangered apes were rescued from intense wildfires that destroyed their habitat in August and September.
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Kenyan mourners killed by police at Raila Odinga memorial not involved in violence, BBC Africa Eye finds
After analysing 1,500 videos and images of the Raila Odinga memorial, Africa Eye finds that those killed were far from the scuffles.
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Roofing scammers con homeowners out of thousands of pounds
One in 10 scams reported to Citizens Advice relate to fraudsters charging for work not done, or done badly.
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UK weather: Remnants of hurricane Isaias to help bring warm weather this week
Close to record-breaking warm nights are possible this week as warmer air heads for the UK.
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Britain on track to lose one pub a day in 2026
Almost 300 pubs have permanently shut their doors in the first nine months of this year, according to industry data
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Firms taking on new borrowing has doubled this year, survey finds
The poll of more than 1,000 leaders at UK businesses signals demand for lending has surged this year.
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Adult care homes in County Durham town get green light despite neighbours' concerns
Plans to turn homes near a primary school into residential care homes for adults with learning disabilities have been approved despite concerns about safety.
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Judo: Japan reclaim mixed team world title with eighth gold in Baku
Japan reclaimed the Mixed Team World Championship title in Baku, defeating Russia in the final to secure their eighth gold. After overcoming China in the semi-final, Japan sealed victory through Akari Omori, while Russia reached their first-ever mixed team final.
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US ranchers wrestle with soaring costs - and their loyalty to Trump
Many farmers in states that backed the president say they are being hit from all sides, with the crucial midterm elections just weeks away.
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(S+) Three Years of the Gaza War through the Eyes of Soldiers: "The Rule Was: 'Shoot Everyone You See'"
More than 70,000 killed; even more wounded; destruction without end: Ten Israeli soldiers speak about feelings of revenge, orders to shoot and “collateral damage.”
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Trump says he can change name of ‘jihadist’ Michigan Senate candidate
“I’m the president. I can call him whatever the hell I want,” Trump said during a Saturday rally
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Quentin Tarantino's first stage play will debut in London with Sacha Baron Cohen as star
Quentin Tarantino is bringing a swashbuckling stage comedy to London's West End
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UK to strengthen cyber defences as minister calls for AI firms to increase safety efforts
Kanishka Narayan to say Britain cannot rely entirely on tech companies amid rising global concern over AI dangers
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Trump’s new press secretary has a history of pushing banana conspiracy theories
Katie Zacharia was appointed as White House press secretary on Friday, replacing Karoline Leavitt, who left the role in August
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NHS app will now send smartphone alerts when prescriptions are ready
Aim of new service is to prevent unnecessary calls and premature visits to collect medication
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Couple who transported stars' luxury cars celebrate 60 remarkable years together
A COUPLE who spent their working lives transporting the cars of the rich and famous around the continent have celebrated their Diamond Wedding Anniversary with a drive-past from members of the Teesside Yesteryear Motor Club, which is itself celebrating its 60th anniversary.
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Andy Burnham told to give £360 to households this winter on 4 DWP benefits
The DWP currently pays out a £150 Warm Home Discount to help households on benefits
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One pub shutting each day in 2026 as cost pressures bite – industry data
Experts at the British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) said they expect the closures to be at the expense of around 5,000 job losses.
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Parents driving up sales of screen-free toys this Christmas, retailers report
The Entertainer said every one of its predicted top 10 toys this Christmas was screen-free.
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Man wins three-year parking ticket battle after using ChatGPT as his lawyer
Rafal Goral says he was fined £100 for not paying quickly enough at a carpark Newquay in Cornwall in 2023
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Warning AI-generated complaints are pushing already-stretched NHS GPs to the limit
Medical Protection Society (MPS) says worrying rise is impacting workload of already stretched NHS GPs
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Burnham warned ‘steady as she goes Budget’ would see ‘chunky cuts’ to public services
Leading think tank IFS the Institute for Fiscal Studies warned chancellor John Healey against making the Budget ‘a work of fiction’
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Failure to fit tags left 5,000 offenders unmonitored in England and Wales, report finds
In first half of this year 1,600 tags also had no signal for over two weeks, highlighting scale of probation crisis
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Social care postcode lottery revealed: Study lays bare huge disparity in access
Thousands more working-age adults access care in Thurrock compared to Medway
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Iran war threatens Healey's Budget plans, think tank warns
The impact of the Iran war poses significant risks for the government’s spending plans, the Institute for Fiscal Studies says.
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Screen-free toys to be popular this Christmas as parents try to get children off tech
Screen-free toys set to top best-selling Christmas lists this year, retailers say
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AI is less regulated than milk, Microsoft president says
Brad Smith calls for global rules on AI, and says the UK is in the "best position" to lead the charge.
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Exploring the 7 Wonders of the Transpennine Route Upgrade in West Yorkshire
An £11.5 billion project to improve the railway between York and Manchester has reached a crucial phase, with large-scale works currently taking place in West Yorkshire
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Photos of NFL action from London to Seattle in Week 5
Week 5 brings 13 NFL games Sunday. The unbeaten 49ers visit the Seahawks, the Vikings aim to stay perfect when they face the Saints and the Eagles meet the Jaguars in London. The Bills visit the Rams on Monday night.
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Scottish independence push has ‘turned a corner’, Swinney claims
Ipsos Scotland says the public remains ‘divided’ on independence
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Police and ambulance are attending an incident near the York Railway Museum
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Trump says Ukraine and Russia have agreed 'energy ceasefire'
Zelensky says Kyiv would support such a truce. Moscow has yet to comment.
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Manchester City: A statement win but does it carry weight in a season of limbo?
Manchester City record what they will view as a statement win at Liverpool - but is it a statement that carries any weight during a Premier League season in limbo, asks Phil McNulty?
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Andy Burnham to publish all details of his dealings with Manchester City
Move comes after criticism of remarks in support of football club’s owners following financial regulations breach ruling
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5 dead in apparent murder-suicide at Georgia home
‘This was a hard scene for everybody involved,’ Coffee County Sheriff Fred Cole said
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Childhood cancer symptoms - what to look out for
Although rare, cancer is the leading cause of death from disease among children under 15 in the UK.
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Winless and an 'easy touch' - what's happened to the Anfield fear factor?
Liverpool's struggles at Anfield continue as Iraola still awaits his first Premier League win at Anfield.
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Sacha Baron Cohen to star in Quentin Tarantino’s West End play The Popinjay Cavalier
The production marks the Hollywood director’s first play written for the stage, which he will also direct
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Beauty sector helping plug gaps in UK high streets amid boom in salons – report
Hair and beauty salons alone account for around a fifth of leisure sites in smaller high streets, taking the same share as pubs, bars and cafes.
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Pennsylvania shooter who killed 8 was family’s patriarch, slain toddler’s dad says
A man whose toddler was among eight people killed in a mass shooting in Erie, Pennsylvania, says the gunman was a grandfather who never seemed distressed or out of the ordinary
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‘Shocking’ AI road safety study picks up 19,000 driving offences in two weeks
Drivers caught on their phone and with children unsecured in vehicles in shock study
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Legoland Windsor evacuated over burst water main
Some customers were forced to leave the theme park halfway through their visit on Sunday.
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UK prime minister say it is 'clear' Russia interfered in 2016 Brexit referendum
U.K. Prime Minister Andy Burnham says it's clear that Russia interfered with Britain’s vote to leave the European Union
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Egypt’s second-century artwork Tondo of the Two Brothers unveiled after restoration
Artwork ‘Tondo of the Two Brothers’ - a prized 2nd-century painting from the Fayoum portraits - has been restored
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Boy, 13, charged with murder after man stabbed to death in Sydney’s west
Second boy, 16, also charged in relation to the stabbing death of a 30-year-old man in Mount Druitt
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Robert Pattinson on new film Primetime and how hunting predators became hit TV
The actor portrays the real-life host of American TV show, To Catch a Predator, in his latest film.
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Reform would suspend asylum system for parliamentary term if in government
All asylum applications would be rejected and existing ones voided, with all claimants marked for deportation.
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Sacha Baron Cohen to star in Quentin Tarantino's West End play
The Borat star said he was "beyond delighted" to be working on the show, The Popinjay Cavalier, with the Pulp Fiction director.
