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Around 34,000 fans attend Kanye West concert at Algarve Stadium
After shows were cancelled in the UK, France and Poland, the American rapper finally performed in Portugal on Friday at the Algarve Stadium before 34,000 fans.
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Strictly dancers Ola and James Jordan separate after 23 years of marriage
The professional dancers, who married in 2003, both spent several series on the BBC programme.
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Todd Blanche, Trump's ex-lawyer, confirmed as attorney general
Republican Senator Bill Cassidy was the deciding vote after a lengthy stand-off.
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Cambridge Travelodge bed bugs ordeal 'tarnishes' woman's stay
Hannah Stephenson says the red bites have left her feeling self-conscious and embarrassed.
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Senate passes funding bill to prevent shutdown through US midterms
Bill must still be approved by House but would keep government running at current funding levels
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Pasta salads sold at Asda and Morrisons recalled over listeria fears
The products have been recalled due to a possible contamination of the infection that in severe cases can cause meningitis
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British charity investigated over alleged links to Hamas
The probe into the Al-Khair Foundation follows the arrest of a Turkish national with ties to the charity
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Clacton: Who is set to win Nigel Farage’s seat as Count Binface plots upset?
Two thirds of people in Clacton said they would vote for Nigel Farage if the by-election was held tomorrow
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Clacton may have 34 by-election candidates - but voters say they have no choice
There are a record 34 candidates standing in Clacton-on-Sea’s by-election – but many voters say they feel nobody is taking them seriously. Nicole Wootton-Cane speaks to residents to find out what the election means beyond Farage versus Count Binface
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‘75 swimming pools’ worth of wasted medicine thrown away in England every year
Wasted medicine costs the NHS at least £480 million annually
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Fresh appeal in 50-year mystery of Birmingham woman who vanished in France
Sarjit Kaur Mann was just 20 when she went missing following a family holiday
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Wildfire smoke poses growing risk to pregnant women, US study finds
Wildfire smoke is emerging as a growing threat to pregnant women, with new research suggesting that climate-driven fires are exposing more expectant mothers to harmful air pollution even as conventional sources of pollution decline.
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Ukraine war live: Putin could attack Nato within weeks, US intelligence warns
Mayor Vitali Klitschko says fires and powerful explosions reported in two districts
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Carabao Cup: Goals galore - the most astonishing scorelines in competition's history
BBC Sport looks at some of the wildest games - and scorelines - the EFL Cup has produced as the competition returns for a new season.
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Germans hogging the sunloungers? Poll finds Italians and French are worse
British and Germans themselves share stereotype but other nationalities are likelier to put out towels – or umbrellas
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Bristol Airport disruption a 'shambles' as flights restart
Flights are restarting with delays and diversions after 14 hours of cancellations.
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Rising number of UK children report seeing explicit deepfakes of themselves
Exclusive: anonymous flagging service says cases have surged, as watchdog says AI is making sexualised or ‘nudified’ content easier to produce
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The night Belfast burned: how the Northern Ireland race riots unfolded
A stabbing in June sparked another summer’s night of racial violence, stoked by loyalist groups. How did the unrest erupt – and why do many fear it will happen again?
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US intends to send $1 billion in security assistance to Colombia
US President Donald Trump has been highly complementary of de la Espriella, calling him a "smart, strong, and tough leader."
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Transfer window: What's it like being a partner of a footballer on deadline day?
What is life like for footballers' families during the transfer window where a last-minute deal means you need to uproot your life and move hundreds of miles?
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US accused of meddling in British politics with $500,000 grant for ‘public education’ courses
Documents published on US embassy’s website prompt claims of attempt to export Maga propaganda to UK
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Bristol airport travel chaos as flights delayed due to runway defect
The airport closed its runway on Friday and flights were suspended for hours
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More of England at risk of moving into drought next week
The Environment Agency suggested ‘several areas’ could move towards or into drought next week
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Planting the seeds? Teenagers from across global divide talk peace in Devon
UK hosts decades-old event for first time where many participants are from opposite sides of global disputes from Israel and Palestine, to India and Pakistan
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US promises $1bn in security aid to Colombia as new rightwing president pledges drugs crackdown
Trump ally Abelardo De La Espriella vows to start ‘profound transformation’ of country’s destiny as he is sworn in
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Rome-Madrid row: how Spain checks travellers arriving from Italy
Spain has introduced border checks for travellers arriving from Italy after Rome's measures over the Ceuta crisis, from IDs to trips with children and pets.
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‘Be nice or leave’: Readers demand tougher line on NHS racism
After a poll revealed a ‘noticeable’ rise in racist abuse of NHS staff, our readers backed calls for patients who abuse staff to be refused treatment
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Video. Latest news bulletin | August 8th, 2026 – Morning
Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 8th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Sadiq Khan calls on Andy Burnham to commit to climate action as pressure grows over North Sea oil
London mayor points to ‘terrifying scenes’ this summer amid speculation Burnham may back Jackdaw and Rosebank projects
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Charges laid over deaths of four young men in Huyton car crash
James Diggle, 27, is accused of aiding and abetting causing death by dangerous driving
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Low Danube water reveals Wehrmacht motorbike on riverbed
Record low water levels on the Danube in Budapest have revealed a spectacular find: a near-intact Wehrmacht motorbike from the Second World War, hidden for decades in the mud alongside other munitions.
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Ann Widdecombe investigators reopen probe into ‘arson attempt’ at Nigel Farage’s home
A ‘firebomb’ was reported as being posted through the Reform leader’s mailbox
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Hosepipe ban map: Where legal restrictions are in place as 26 million affected
Every southern county is now subject to a ban
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Child among three dead in Russian nightly strikes near Kyiv
Russia continued its overnight attacks after President Volodymyr Zelensky warned of Ukraine's dwindling supplies of missile interceptors.
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Iran live: Furious Trump condemns ‘leakers’ amid reports US low on precision missiles
US president tells reporters in Oval Office: 'I don't think they [Iran] can go much longer'
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‘I couldn’t breathe’: the deadly health burden of wildfire smoke
Scientists race to untangle complex links between exposure and mortality as fire weather grows more prevalent
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Farage and Tice sue NCA over alleged leaks of financial information
The Reform leaders claim the National Crime Agency supplied details about party donations to the media.
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Newcastle: How project is changing after departure of Eddie Howe and Matthias Jaissle's arrival
Matthias Jaissle will take charge of his first friendly as Newcastle United head coach against Valencia as a new era begins.
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Spanish mountain village braces for astrotourists lured by total solar eclipse
Somosierra will be prime spot to view celestial alignment on 12 August, an event that poses logistical challenges
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Russian drones target medics, hospitals and ambulances in Ukraine
Ukrainian emergency workers warn of growing Russian attacks on hospitals and ambulances.
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Bringing 'Green Boots' home 30 years after climber died on Everest
For decades, an Indian man's lime shoes have been a grim trail marker for many climbing the world's highest peak.
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Ukraine war live: Football stadium in Odesa damaged by Russian strike
One woman was injured in the attack which came a day before a Ukrainian Premier League game
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Full body MOTs - the future of healthcare or a headache for the NHS?
The private body scan industry is booming, but is it doing more harm than good?
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Helicopter fighting Utah wildfire crashes with two people onboard, officials say
Rescuers not yet able to reach scene of crash near Richfield in central Utah, prompting fears for two missing people
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Senior managers at St Basil’s aged care, where 50 died from Covid, can’t remember it all. Grieving loved ones can’t forget
Konstantin Kontis and Vicky Kos were compelled to testify at a coronial inquest resuming on the sixth anniversary of the tragedy
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This Olympian curbed his unhealthy porn habit - here are the signs and steps to recovery
Experts share the signs to look out for if you are worried about your porn use, and how to seek help.
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Trump’s Chairman of the Joint Chiefs seeking ‘off-ramp’ from Iran war, report says
The Iran war, which is both costly and unpopular to Americans, has dragged on for more than five months
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Digital cameras and wired earphones are back - and 'a bit more real'
We're surrounded by more advanced tech in 2026, so why are young people going back to basics?
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Remains of 56 people found decomposing at Chicago funeral home
Officials describe ‘deplorable conditions’ at home run by pair linked to crematory closed due to mishandled remains
