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Cruise passenger feared rabies after bite from ‘swimming pig’ in Bahamas, suit says
Exclusive: New York resident Jason Gordon was on a popular ‘swim with the pigs’ excursion when one of them clamped down on his right leg and drew blood, according to court filings reviewed by The Independent
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Spain threatens retaliation if Italy fails to lift border controls over Ceuta
Italy has said it will not accept "ultimatums or impositions" after the mass crossing of migrants from Morocco to Ceuta last week.
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Newscast - Is The Ukraine War Entering A New Phase Of Aggression? - BBC Sounds
Factories and warehouses targeted in weeks of aggression in Ukraine War.
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Europe’s wildfires are exposing a hidden danger: unexploded WWII bombs
Explosive fillings can ignite or detonate when heated past a critical threshold
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Spain threatens retaliation if Italy fails to remove border checks after Ceuta crisis
Italy declared it will not yield to ‘ultimatums’ from Spain
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Ships stuck in the Strait of Hormuz risk creating biosecurity ‘super-spreader’ event
Experts say the risk of ecological damage following a long blockade of ships has been overlooked
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ICE will not reveal body-camera footage unless in agency’s ‘best interests’
Much-delayed devices to be deployed by end of month after immigration agents involved in deaths or serious injuries
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Guinness maker wants to brew even more pints – and sell you cocktails in a can
Diageo also owns brands such as Smirnoff, Captain Morgan and Baileys
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Tate brothers claim they are too famous to run in desperate bid for freedom
In a new court filing, attorneys for the dual U.S.-British citizens argued that the former kickboxers are simply too famous to run
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Appeals court halts Trump's ballroom project paving way for Supreme Court showdown
"Whether or not a massive ballroom should be constructed is for Congress to decide," the appeals panel's majority said.
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How to view Wednesday’s solar eclipse safely? Use a colander, expert says
The Royal Greenwich Observatory has warned the public that sunglasses are not a safe enough method to view the cosmic phenomenon.
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Michigan residents can resume regular lettuce-eating habits, officials say
The disease spread from human feces is not usually life-threatening - but can lead to severe dehydration that lands people in the hospital
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Video. Taiwan tests emergency response with air raid drill
Video. Taiwan holds an air raid drill in Kaohsiung, stopping traffic and guiding residents as authorities test civilian emergency responses.
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Tate brothers’ lawyers urge US judge to release the two from Miami jail on bail
Andrew and Tristan Tate remain in jail as they fight extradition to UK to face charges of rape, assault and more
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Trump in ‘denial’ and obsessing over renovation projects, not voter issues: report
Insiders expressed frustration that Trump ‘has no desire to back off’ when it comes to the war in Iran, his trade tariffs and the overhauling of Washington monuments
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Police and prosecution errors left proven sex offender free to murder two women in London
Delays to sexual assault charges and failures to report past convictions in court hearings gave Simon Levy chance to attack more women
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The startup turning disused aircraft into Europe’s would-be water bombers
Designs for new or converted water-bombers have gained momentum after nearly 500,000 hectares burned across Europe this year
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How police let a registered sex offender murder and attack women
Simon Levy’s second murder victim, Sheryl Wilkins, could have been saved, senior Met officer admits.
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Israel indicts settler over death of Palestinian activist who worked on No Other Land
Yinon Levy charged with manslaughter in first exception this decade to culture of impunity for Israelis who kill Palestinians in the occupied West Bank
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Tory plan to evict foreign nationals branded ‘dangerous’ amid Thetford unrest
Asylum seekers were forced to flee as disorder in the town continued for a third night
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William Orbit: Madonna and Blur producer dies aged 69
Tributes are paid to the musical "genius and pioneer", who also worked with All Saints, Pink and U2.
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Premier League: Why do the world's best footballers move elsewhere?
Vinicius Jr chose to stay at Real Madrid, but why does the Premier League rarely attract global superstars at their peak?
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Russia-linked accounts spread far-right narrative online during Ceuta migration crisis, analysis finds
Counter-disinformation group says social media channels connected to Pravda network helped amplify message
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Prisoner release row proving to be Burnham's first big test as PM
The prison overcrowding crisis presents the new PM with a dilemma for which there are only unpalatable choices.
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Stocks rise and pound up after surprise US jobs fall
For the week, the FTSE 100 was up 0.3%, the FTSE 250 was up 3.7%, and the AIM All-Share was up 4.0%.
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Bari Weiss’ CBS Evening News ratings jump when her hand-picked anchor isn’t there
Tony Dokoupil returns to his hosting duties on Monday night
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Cambridge academics reject university’s attempt to end row over Jason Arday
Group calls for ‘thorough and transparent investigation’ of hiring of professor who resigned after his claims came under scrutiny
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Leicestershire prison officer jailed over relationship with ‘Latvian Pablo Escobar’
Jahvine Kwamba was jailed over her relationship with a prisoner between 24 February and 3 June 2024
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‘Collective system failure’ left serial sex attacker Simon Levy free to kill
Levy was found guilty of murdering two women and raping a third at the Old Bailey on Friday
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Lumo train services between London and Stirling running with no toilets
Services have been stopping for longer at stations to allow passengers to get off and use toilets on platforms.
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Trump has lost 21 straight court battles for state voter rolls as midterms near
Trump has yet to win a single case in federal courts but the Justice Department vowed to keep appealing
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Mo Salah effect: Trabzonspor move boosts tourism and Türkiye's economy
With Mohamed Salah joining Trabzonspor, the city expects more visitors, especially Egyptian and Arab fans, reinforcing its status as a destination for tourism and sport.
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Serial sex offender Simon Levy guilty of double murder and rape
Simon Levy was a serial sex offender who was being monitored by the Metropolitan Police.
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Uefa boycott: France set to compete at U20 Women's World Cup
France say they are still planning to compete in the Under-20 Women's World Cup next month despite a threat from Uefa to boycott Fifa competitions.
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UK regions worst hit by energy bill debts as £4.7billion crisis revealed
New research reveals a North-South divide as millions struggle with bills
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Streeting 'sickened' by sex abuse claims at Army college
The defence secretary promises to look into what went wrong at the college in North Yorkshire.
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Jared Leto: Campaigners call for concerts to be cancelled
The musician - who denies the claims - is due to perform with his band at two of the UK's biggest arenas next year.
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The Hundred 2026 results: Marcus Trescothick chat helped restore form - Jos Buttler
Jos Buttler says a conversation with England batting coach Marcus Trescothick helped him rediscover the form that took his past the all-time T20 run-scoring record.
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Trump’s attorney general pick Todd Blanche appears to clear last hurdle for confirmation
Bill Cassidy, Republican seen as a decisive holdout, said he is prepared to back Trump’s former personal lawyer
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Sex offender watched Andrew Tate videos and searched web for rape and murder stories
Simon Levy’s internet search history provided a glimpse into the inner world of the convicted sex offender as his behaviour escalated to murder
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Full timeline of Simon Levy’s crimes: From first assault to guilty verdict
The sex attacker’s crime spree spanned from 2018 to 2025
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Household income plunges in Greece, Austria amid OECD-wide growth
New OECD data shows a widening gap between economic growth and household prosperity, with Greece and Austria bearing the sharpest falls in real income.
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You can’t trick markets with extra borrowing, experts and ex-chancellor warn Burnham
Former Conservative chancellor Phillip Hammond told The Independent that the bond markets ‘will see straight through this ruse and price UK debt up accordingly’
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Kemi Badenoch’s weird week: defence of ex-neo-Nazi raises questions over Tory direction
Some in party are delighted by leader’s tack rightwards but opponents have savoured latest Conservative controversy
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Big Macs v Supermac's: Irish burger chain wins UK trademark case
Supermac's and McDonald's have been embroiled in a long running legal battle over the right to use brand terms including "Mac".
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Video. Wildfire burns 100 hectares near Narbonne in France
Video. Canadairs and helicopters battle a wildfire that has burned around 100 hectares in France's Corbières massif near Narbonne after a road accident.
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Teen in a clown outfit accused of murdering 78-year-old man in ‘random attack’
The suspect was seen on Ring doorbell footage in the area shortly before the attack, allegedly twirling a large knife
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Forget Venice and Amsterdam: Europe’s best alternative canal cities
As Venice and Amsterdam suffer mass tourism, here’s our guide to the lesser-visited cities in Europe which pride themselves on their waterways. #Destinations
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Met Police officers investigated for misconduct after Levy convicted of double murder
Simon Levy has been found guilty of killing two women and raping a third
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Hosepipe ban: When will the restrictions end as South West Water imposes ban?
Nine water companies across England and Wales have imposed hosepipe bans following persistent hot and dry weather
