World
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All we know about A66 police crash that killed seven as officers who died are named
The police watchdog the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) confirmed it has launched an investigation into the fatal crash
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Indonesian police arrest 72 people suspected of starting forest fires
Indonesian authorities have arrested 72 people suspected of starting forest and peatland fires
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Personal care products are awash in unlabeled toxic chemicals, study finds
Even products labeled ‘eco’, ‘green’ or ‘natural’ can contain dangerous compounds including Pfas
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Australia confirms first H5N1 bird flu case in a mammal
Australia is grappling with rising cases of the highly pathogenic avian influenza
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Russia withdraws ambassador to UK as Kremlin ratchets pressure over Ukraine support
Andrey Kelin left last month after seven years in diplomatic post with no sign yet of anyone replacing him in role
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‘The line’s running half-empty’: Llanwern steelworks feels the heat from cheap steel imports
New quotas to protect UK firms and jobs appear to be having opposite effect in products such as galvanised steel
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Boxing: Teofimo Lopez beats Rolando Romero to claim WBA welterweight title
American Teofimo Lopez beats Rolando Romero in Las Vegas to claim the WBA welterweight title then seemingly snubs number one challenger Jack Catterall.
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Iran-linked hackers blamed for cyber-attack that shut down UK power plant
Incident marks apparent escalation by Tehran in its in retaliation against UK over allowing US to use British bases
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CrossCountry cancels 'almost all' UK services after power cut
Customers say the disruption to virtually all UK CrossCountry services is the "worst case scenario".
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Andy Burnham to hand mayors powers over local planning decisions
Mayors to overrule councils in order to “call in” decisions on large-scale developments
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5.9-magnitude earthquake strikes Japan, injuring at least 37
"I would ask residents in the areas where the shaking was particularly strong to remain vigilant for the possibility of another earthquake of a similar magnitude," Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said.
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Cargo vessel sinks in Bay of Bengal, sparking rescue operation
The crew consisted of 20 Chinese nationals, three Myanmar nationals, and one Bangladeshi, the Indian Coast Guard said.
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Rare Easter Island jewellery bought for £100 ells for £75,000 at auction
The collector has ‘made quite a good return’, Wiltshire auction house says
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UK orders reviews of franchising sector after Vodafone allegations
Two studies will be used to shape government policy amid claims about a former franchisee who took his own life
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Australia thrash Bangladesh in second Test as Starc takes 10 wickets
Mitchell Starc takes 10 wickets in the match as Australia bounce back to win the second Test against Bangladesh by an innings and 51 runs and draw the series.
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Video. Latest news bulletin | August 23rd, 2026 – Morning
Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 23rd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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London’s low emission zone is working – so why are cities around the world so cautious about clean air?
Similar initiatives have been launched from Barcelona to Bogotá, but they have misinformation, political pressure and vested interests stacked against them
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Zelensky has 'questions to answer' on corruption, Mykhailo Fedorov tells BBC
The sacked former defence minister has also called for elections to be held in Ukraine.
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‘These were brave officers’: tributes paid to Cleveland police killed in A66 crash
Redcar MP says Teesside community is ‘reeling’ as PM offers condolences and asks public to avoid speculation
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Sydney Marathon laughs off medal error
Runners will receive a medal at the 2026 Sydney Marathon with an engraving of a German stadium.
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Iranian hackers carry out unprecedented attack on UK’s power network
The generator was forced to shut down for four days following the cyber attack
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Mayors to get new powers over planning decisions under Burnham proposals
Move would allow mayors to greenlight large-scale developments and have more say on national housing funding
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Six EU countries push for windfall tax on oil companies
Citing surging profits amid the Middle East war, six EU countries, including Germany and Italy, want finance ministers to discuss the levy at next month’s meeting in Dublin. #EuropeNews
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Iran war live: Tehran warns of ‘earthquake-like’ retaliation over Trump’s threats
Iran’s new security chief warns Gulf neighbours they will be treated as ‘enemies’ if they join Trump’s economic war
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Record numbers of climate crisis insects: what to do if you spot a praying mantis
This summer, unusually many praying mantises can be spotted in German gardens. How to distinguish the "Mantid religiosa" from a grasshopper and what to do…
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The desperate race to contain Ebola in DR Congo as deadly outbreak reaches 100 days
The death toll has accelerated sharply, with roughly half of the more than 2,500 deaths recorded in the past 20 days – with the threat fuelled by a mix of conflict, misinformation and services strained by aid cuts. Liz Cookman reports
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Ukraine war latest: Macron pledges to deliver missile interceptors to Kyiv
Andrey Kelin reportedly left his role in July
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Liverpool: Why Alexander Isak & Florian Wirtz must step up after Mohamed Salah's exit
Liverpool are preparing to begin a season without Mohamed Salah for the first time in a decade - but they haven't replaced him yet. This is why.
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What does Savinho's £75m move reveal about Man City's multi-club model?
Does Savinho's £75m move from Manchester City to Tottenham represent a sporting success for the Abu Dhabi-owned club?
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Carney says new US tariffs are 'designed to hurt us and divide us'
"We cannot accept what they've offered, and we will not give what they've asked," Carney said during a speech outlining Canada's position on the trade dispute with the US.
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Households set to learn how energy bills will change as Ofgem reveals new cap
Regulator Ofgem will on Wednesday reveal the level of the annual energy price cap for the three months from October to December.
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Buc-ee’s chain draws outcry in Ohio for launching fight over a mini mart's beaver logo
Gas station giant Buc-ee’s has sparked a backlash in Ohio over one of its frequent trademark infringement lawsuits
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First Bus bans under-16s in Stoke-on-Trent travelling alone after 6pm after disorder
Company says decision comes after spate of antisocial behaviour since free travel scheme was introduced
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Iran’s new security chief says neighbours who join US economic war will be considered ‘enemies’
Hardliner Mohsen Rezaei also threatens American economic interests in first interview since appointment to supreme national security council
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Officials warn wildland firefighters about the risks of using a supplement for smoke exposure
Fire and medical officials have issued warnings about a supplement offered to Western wildland firefighters who have been exposed to toxic chemicals
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Liberal plan to split Victorian appeals court attacked as ‘thought bubble’ that would politicise judiciary
Opposition leader Jess Wilson says new dedicated court of criminal appeal would set precedents for tougher sentences
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The sunhat is everywhere in Athens as crowds grow larger at ancient sites
Athens is turning to hats as Europe’s heat intensifies
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A moderate earthquake shakes Japan, injuring more than 30 people in the Tokyo region
A moderate earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.9 has rattled eastern Japan, including the Tokyo area, but no tsunami warning was issued
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Sydney Marathon admits ‘unfortunate error’ as finisher’s medal depicts Munich stadium as race highlight
‘Landmarks’ side of the medal features the Allianz Arena in Munich, Germany, rather than Allianz Stadium in Sydney
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Swedish sword attack victim was 17-year-old girl, police say
Two boys aged 12 and 17 were also injured in the attack, while an 18-year-old suspect has been detained.
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Two police officers killed in North Yorkshire crash named
Watchdog launches inquiry into collision in which seven people died involving police car and another vehicle
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Police arrest 15-year-old in fatal shooting at California high school football game
The suspect is charged with murder and participation in a criminal street gang, Bakersfield police say
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Union for Boston Symphony Orchestra musicians authorizes first strike in ensemble's 145-year history
The union for Boston Symphony Orchestra musicians has authorized the first strike in the ensemble's 145-year history
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The ‘ordinary’ woman accused of assassinating a Russian commander in Crimea
Friends close to Margarita Reutt are shocked she could allegedly plant bomb that killed Ukrainian defector Robert Shageev, while others recall a stubborn grit to see any plan through
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One Nation MP concedes party’s migration target ‘not too different’ from Labor’s once rural workforce included
David Farley says party wants 100,000 migrant rural workers in addition to the 130,000 migration target it considers the ‘true’ number
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Cyber attack shut down small power plant
The government says at no point was there a risk to the UK's energy system during the attack in July.
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Mayors to get powers to overrule local councils on planning decisions
Housing minister Matthew Pennycook said the change was "essential" for helping mayors "effectively deliver new homes".
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Restriction zone scheme for offenders to start in October
Serious violent and sexual offenders may be confined to areas of just a few miles after leaving prison on probation.
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Trump set to attend America 250 Grand Prix on Washington DC’s National Mall: Live
Drivers participating in the 1.7-mile circuit around the nation’s capital did practice laps Saturday afternoon ahead of the qualifying round
