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FDA says explosive diarrhea parasite is removed from food supply as cases grow
There are now nearly 25,000 cases of cyclosporiasis in dozens of states nationwide
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Virginia officials review video of ICE agent pointing gun at yelling woman
An ICE agent accused a Virginia woman of trying to run them over — which she says did not happen
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Blanche seeks to rally a depleted Justice Department workforce in first speech as attorney general
Attorney General Todd Blanche is seeking to rally a depleted Justice Department workforce in his first speech since taking the reins of the beleaguered agency, promising rank-and-file staff that he will lead them with integrity
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Redcar's viral ice cream parlour with Dubai chocolate treats and matcha sundaes
From lemon tops and Dubai chocolate sundaes to smash burgers and giant soft play, Gabrielle's Ice Cream has become a family destination on the…
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An explosion strikes an ammunition plant near Rome; no injuries reported
An explosion has struck an ammunition manufacturing plant near Rome, local authorities say
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Tesla paid Elon Musk 2.5m times more as CEO than its average worker in 2025
Tech billionaire’s $158.3bn deal an outlier in report showing widening gap of CEO to worker pay at top companies
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Dozens of dead sharks wash up along Jersey shore stunning visitors
New Jersey wildlife officials say the discovery may be less mysterious than it seems
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Whole Foods recalls products made with jalapeños amid salmonella outbreak
Whole Foods has recalled over 40 fresh food items, including dips, salsas and guacamole over the salmonella outbreak
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Bumble divides users by ditching its signature 'women-first' chat rule
The dating app's boss says the move is in response to a successful trial and a change in what users want.
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Economy gets World Cup and hot weather boost but fears grow over Iran war hit
Official figures showed gross domestic product (GDP) rose by 0.4% between April and June, with better-than-forecast growth of 0.3% in June.
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Families mourn victims of Zimbabwe ferry disaster as death toll rises to 46
Mourners have gathered in a Zimbabwe fishing town to honor the victims of a ferry disaster on Lake Kariba
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‘Birmingham Four’ lawyers hope spycops inquiry will help reopen case
Undercover officers working for West Midlands ‘special projects team’ planted evidence to convict men, lawyers claim
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Gambling out - who is in? The changing face of Premier League shirts
Premier League kits are going to have a very different look this season after clubs voted to ban gambling on the front of shirts. BBC Sport looks at the history of sponsorship, and who is replacing the betting companies.
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French ambassador to CAR investigated over claims he hosted dozens of women
Disciplinary proceedings under way after security concerns raised over reported visits to official residence
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Nearly 100 children detained as adults under UK-France migration deal
Figures emerge in critical letter to Home Office from organisation appointed to scrutinise detention facilities
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Tommy Robinson’s ex-wife denies failing to comply with accounting rules
Jenna Lennon pleaded not guilty at Southwark Crown Court on Thursday
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DHS spent $464M on 10 jets — then parked them or used them to shuttle Trump officials
Senate Democrats call for investigation after DHS ‘lit taxpayer dollars on fire’
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'At last' wait almost over as department store replaces Teesside M&S, dividing locals
Ideal Home Store will open in Middlesbrough's former Marks & Spencer building on Friday, August 28, featuring 200 brands, local traders and…
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Rage room with crowbars and sledgehammers bids to stay open after renovation
A rage room where customers can smash objects with crowbars, sledgehammers and baseball bats is seeking retrospective planning permission for…
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Pictures as crowds flock to beaches as temperatures soar to 32C in North East
People across the North East have been making the most of the sunshine as temperatures soared to 32C during the latest spell of hot weather on…
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Sunderland Council issues nurdle spill update as teams prepare for high tides
Sunderland City Council says fewer plastic nurdles have washed ashore this week, but beach clean-up teams remain on standby ahead of high tides this…
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Burnham urged to let rich pensioners to opt out of state pension in exchange for OBE
Exclusive: Amid growing pressure on the public finances, a Labour Party pressure group has urged Andy Burnham to ‘allow rich, well-off pensioners to opt out of their state pension for 3+ years in return for a Pensions Sacrifice OBE’
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Crew of Yemeni vessel recount their chaotic rescue after Houthis' deadly attack
Crew members of a Yemeni ship attacked by Houthi rebels earlier this week say a second missile hit during rescue efforts, causing more chaos and casualties
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Will this be the last heatwave of the summer – or is more hot weather looming?
Met Office data suggests the UK is on track to see its hottest summer since records began
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Leicester City: Foxes up for sale for more than £200m
Leicester City's Thai owners King Power are hoping to sell the club after 16 years, for more than £200m.
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National Symphony Orchestra faces financial woes from Kennedy Center takeover: report
Donations to the National Symphony Orchestra were down 25 percent last year and it played classical concerts to a 41 percent capacity crowd
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Pols ripped for continuing to take Max Miller’s cash amid domestic violence claims
Meanwhile, Democrats are pumping money into the Ohio Republican’s general election opponent
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UK lighting and electrical retailer collapses into administration after 26 years
Lighting and electrical retailer Megaman (UK) Ltd has entered administration after 26 years in business.
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Major disruption to rail services in East Sussex as train derails near Lewes
No deaths or serious injuries reported after train from London Victoria to Eastbourne came off tracks
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The CIA doesn’t believe Israeli intel. Where does that leave a fragile relationship?
An extraordinary operation to transport Trump onto a military plane in Ankara in a catering truck was prompted by a warning from Israel of a potential Iranian assassination attempt. But with the CIA saying they had ‘low confidence’ in the intel, experts tell Maira Butt that the relationship between the allies is under increasing strain
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Combine harvester sparks Durham wildfire across more than 10,000 sqm of farmland
A combine harvester blaze sparked a wildfire across more than 10,000 square metres of fields in County Durham.
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Train derailment sparks disruption on major London line – live updates
Heidi Alexander says she is ‘deeply concerned’ over the derailment in between Haywards Heath and Lewes in Sussex
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Bishop Auckland man lands £1,310 bill after driving without insurance
Christian Batson, of Bishop Auckland, has been ordered to pay £1,310 after being found guilty of driving without insurance at Newton Aycliffe…
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DRC’s fast-growing Ebola outbreak spreads to sixth province
Man dies in Bas-Uele after travelling from Haut-Uele, as head of WHO says outbreak on track to be deadliest ever
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Greggs renames popular bake after PM calls it ‘that sausage, bean and cheese thing’
North East-born bakery Greggs has renamed its sausage, bean & cheese melt after Prime Minister Andy Burnham called it “that sausage, bean and…
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Investigation launched after fire at North East van dealership visible for miles
A fire investigation has begun following an incident.
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Killers drugged victims seeking escorts to steal from them – until two men died
Adina Mihai posed as a sex worker before spiking victim’s drinks to steal from them while they were unconscious with Madalin Dumitru
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Number of children in temporary accommodation hits record high
The number of children living in temporary accommodation has hit its 18th quarterly high in a row.
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First look as Aldi supermarket reopens after almost ten-week revamp
Yarm’s new look Aldi supermarket has reopened to shoppers after almost ten weeks - here's your first look inside.
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Circus performers and brass bands to launch new Durham museum
Circus performers, brass bands, and family activities will launch the opening of Durham’s newest cultural venue.
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Ski Sunday host Chemmy Alcott suffers collapsed lung after jumping into lake
The former GB Olympian posted images of her in hospital while on holiday in France.
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A British firm starts containment of oil spill from stricken tanker off Oman
A British maritime company has been hired to salvage a grounded Russian tanker off Oman and stop a spreading oil spill
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Australia v Bangladesh: Steve Smith benefits from reprieve but tourists dominate day one of first Test
Australia batter Steve Smith benefits from an odd technology reprieve, but Bangladesh otherwise dominate the hosts on day one of the first Test.
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Is Australia’s Buy Now Pay Later boom at an end?
Platforms offering consumers the chance to get products and services immediately but spread payments out over time promised to disrupt the credit market. Have they?Platforms offering products and services instantly, but spread payments out over time promised to disrupt the credit market. Have they?
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One Nation staffer accused of posing as leftwing content creator in ‘undercover’ videos
Exclusive: The videos, filmed at anti-One Nation rallies, were posted to party’s social pages and appear to be endorsed by Pauline Hanson
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Are the UK's top universities really 'hoovering up' students?
The most selective universities have seen the biggest rise in students accepted onto their courses for 2026.
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Cap fossil-fuel-powered cars at 50mph, Burnham urged by Labour pressure group
Exclusive: Labour Party pressure group Compass has put together a report - seen by The Independent - outlining 100 policies for the new prime minister’s first 100 days
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Phoebe Bridgers Lost Weekend: Planetarium album experience comes to Armagh
Armagh Planetarium hosts an early album listening party for American singer-songwriter Phoebe Bridgers.
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Man Utd: Michael Carrick will keep pushing new transfer signings this summer
Before his first full season as Manchester United head coach, Michael Carrick explains why the club need more players, discusses why he is in a privileged position and talks Marcus Rashford and Kobbie Mainoo.
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Miners weaken as FTSE 100 underperforms peers
The FTSE 100 Index closed down 60.48 points at 10,772.67.
