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ICE agent caught pulling gun on woman for exercising her First Amendment rights
The Virginia woman says the Department of Homeland Security misrepresented the events that took place after a spokesperson accused her of ‘weaponzing her vehicle’
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Danube river's low water levels reveal remains of WWII German soldiers in Hungary
A remarkably well-preserved motorcycle and identification tags were found alongside the bodies.
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Simon Levy rape victim brands killer a ‘monster’ and says he ‘took away my soul’
Serial sex attacker Simon Levy was sentenced to life in jail on Wednesday
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‘Unrig the economy for working people’: the California candidate who wrote updated labor laws
Marni von Wilpert helped draft Protecting the Right to Organize act, and now wants work toward implementing it
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Putin threatens to ‘retaliate’ in kind if EU seizes shadow fleet vessels
European states are considering stricter measures to target vessels believed to be avoiding sanctions against Russia
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David Crowley defeats Francesca Hong in Wisconsin governor primary
Centrist David Crowley is projected to have beaten democratic socialist Francesca Hong, breaking a recent nationwide trend.
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Trump defends secret Air Force One swap: ‘The plane I flew on was at greater risk’
Trump is facing backlash after leaving staff and reporters on Air Force One unaware of the threat from Iran
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Wisconsin beats back socialist surge with defeat of Francesca Hong for governor
Francesca Hong’s defeat shows that she may have been too far left even for progressives, as a razor-thin margin in Midwest state pushes David Crowley to victory, writes John Bowden
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Trump’s secret escape from Air Force One turns into memes and jokes for social media
Social media users imagined the president squeezed into everything from a catering cart to a laundry bin
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England hand first central contracts to five players as Steve Borthwick shakes up squad
Asher Opoku-Fordjour, Alex Coles, Guy Pepper, Jack van Poortvliet and Seb Atkinson are handed England central contracts for the first time as Steve Borthwick shakes up his squad.
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County Durham man given conditional discharge after trying to steal Lynx deodorant
Graham Kay, 43, of Peterlee, has received a conditional discharge after admitting attempting to steal Lynx deodorant and using threatening language.
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Rare Dinky Toys collection sells for more than £146,000 at North East auction
A rare Dinky Toys collection fetched more than £146,000 at Vectis Auctions in Thornaby, attracting strong interest from collectors in the UK and…
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Andy Burnham considers disposable BBQ ban over wildfire risks
The PM wants the public to avoid using single-use grills during the current spell of extremely dry weather.
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At least 44 dead after overcrowded ferry capsizes on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe
Operation under way to rescue people after boat overturned by waves at world’s largest human-made lake
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Disney guest broke fibula on Little Mermaid ride and was confined to house for a year
Exclusive: Deborah Montgomery, 61, claims she will ‘continue to remain impaired into the foreseeable future’ after a family vacation to the iconic theme park
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Spotify to introduce AI badge after fans make feelings 'clear'
The new feature, starting from mid-September, will tell listeners if an artist is AI-generated.
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Fire crews called to shopping park after two people trapped inside after midnight
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said crews from York were called to Kathryn Avenue in Huntington just after midnight (Wednesday, August 12).
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Barnaby Joyce claims One Nation ‘one of the gayest parties in Australia’ as former candidate’s comments surface
One Nation MP says failed WA candidate’s comments describing same-sex attraction as a mental illness are ‘highly offensive’
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South Korea football crisis: KFA apologises over sexual favours for referees as scandal deepens
The South Korean FA apologises amid a series of controversies and a police raid on its headquarters.
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All the reasons London should hold WorldPride – from the people who know
Those behind London’s bid for the world’s largest international Pride festival explain why the city is uniquely placed to host it
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Iran war and high living costs fuelling last-minute holiday bookings, Tui says
Middle East conflict has cost Europe’s largest travel firm €60m so far, and timing of decisions over trips has shifted
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Here's when the North East heatwave will end as temperatures exceed 30C
The North East is experiencing a heatwave with temperatures reaching over 30C in the coming days, but when will this heatwave end?
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Trump’s White House construction costs could soar above $900 million: report
’Builder-in-chief’ Trump’s plans for the executive mansion and its grounds could prove much more expensive than previously thought, according to Washington Post analysis
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Residents evacuated from County Durham homes tell how bomb squad descended on street
Residents have recalled the moment they were evacuated as the bomb squad descended on a quiet street to investigate a "suspicious item".
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Sex offender Simon Levy jailed for life after police blunders left him free to murder
Metropolitan Police, British Transport Police and Crown Prosecution Service admitted failings in how they dealt with Levy, who was on bail as his attacks on women escalated to double murder
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Clacton by-election live: Farage in final push to reclaim seat against Count Binface
The Reform UK leader triggered the contest after deciding to stand down amidst massive scrutiny over his financial affairs
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Talks with MP highlight impact of rogue traders on County Durham shopkeepers
Fresh concerns over rogue traders and rising energy costs affecting independent retailers were raised during talks in Horden between Easington MP…
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La Liga: League to inspect Celta Vigo's pitch after fungus outbreak
La Liga officials are set to inspect the pitch at Celta Vigo's Estadio de Balaidos over a suspected fungus outbreak.
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A ‘flesh-eating bacteria’ is spreading worldwide. Here’s how to protect yourself
Vibrio vulnificus is once again threatening the safety of beachgoers and raw shellfish enthusiasts
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How can I watch the partial solar eclipse safely?
Looking directly at the eclipse can pose severe health risks.
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At least 44 dead after overloaded ferry capsizes in Zimbabwe
The ferry is believed to have capsized while carrying at least 114 adults and five crew members
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Manchester United: Youri Tielemans on his dream move, injuries and playing with Marcus Rashford
Manchester United new boy Youri Tielemans gives his first extended interview on his £35m dream move, making it third time lucky for the ex-Aston Villa man.
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Panama canal fees soar due to Iran war and El Niño as ship ‘pays $4m to jump queue’
Falling water levels linked to weather system are expected to limit number of slots to transit shipping lane
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David Crowley wins messy Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor, defeating progressive Francesca Hong – live
Polls had shown Hong as a clear frontrunner during the campaign, but with large chunks of voters still undecided and an ever-changing field of candidates, polling was difficult
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Teesside University: How to get through clearing on A-Level Results Day
Teesside University has shared its top clearing tips, common myths and advice on securing a place if things don't quite go to plan.
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Hitmen, personal toilets and secret plane swaps: The foreign plots to kill Trump
The US president has faced several plots on his life both at home and abroad, Maira Butt reports
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England training with smaller balls before WXV Global Series - John Mitchell
England's Red Roses are in pre-season training before the upcoming WXV Global Series and have been using the controversial smaller balls.
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Police link Welsh valleys death to biker gang rivalry
Investigators believe Vikings and Hells Angels members involved in violence that preceded death of Brecon man
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Watch partial solar eclipse live as UK and Europe witness rare spectacle
Watch live as the UK and parts of Europe experience a partial solar eclipse on Wednesday (12 August).
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Cambridge review into Jason Arday post will be independent, university says
Vice-chancellor Deborah Prentice in a letter to staff says she shares concerns raised about Jason Arday's appointment as professor.
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Concern after Trump admin hires 2,000 gamers to fill air traffic controller jobs
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy cheers hiring spree but others more skeptical: ‘They can’t just restart a new game’
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Internet fumes over Trump using media as ‘decoy’ in Air Force One swap
One journalist accused the president of ‘hiding from the consequences of his own decision while endangering others’
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Woman pulled alive from rubble 36 hours after Colombia quake
Following a 10-hour rescue operation, emergency workers pulled the 32-year-old from beneath slabs of concrete.
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Halting the march of the armyworm: fungus discovery offers hope to African farmers
South African scientist’s breakthrough research shows soil fungus could be used in fight against devastating crop pest
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Balfour Beatty shares jump as profit and cash guidance hiked
The FTSE 250 firm, which has a market capitalisation worth more than £4 billion, cheered a ‘strong’ performance for the half-year.
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Nicholas Hoult joins Harry Potter TV show - see the cast so far
Hoult, known for his roles in X-Men, Superman and Mad Max: Fury Road, will play Gilderoy Lockhart.
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The devastating impact of England’s drought in before and after pictures
According to the National Drought Group, 71.3 per cent of England is in drought
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We’ve had one of the wettest winters on record. Why are our reservoirs drying up?
Experts have warned that the ‘flash droughts’ caused by a series of heatwaves and lack of rainfall have led to reservoirs struggling
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AOC, Buttigieg, Newsom all appear to be running for president. But should they be?
Kamala Harris is the frontrunner, Josh Shapiro is in the hunt, and AOC has a tough choice ahead. Eric Garcia weighs in on the invisible presidential primary
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LIVE: A-Level results day for students in Darlington and County Durham
Students across County Durham and Darlington anxiously await their A-Level results
