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New World screwworm detected in US wildlife for the first time
The metallic, orange-eyed parasite uses mouth hooks to burrow into the flesh of mammals
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One in 10 adults in England and Wales experienced domestic abuse in last year, ONS finds
Charities say ‘tip of iceberg’ figures show government is not fulfilling pledge to halve violence against women and girls
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Revealed: billionaire Reform donor was in business with foundation linked to Iranian regime
Exclusive: Sasan Ghandehari’s partnership with religious foundation raises questions about past dealings with republic criticised by Nigel Farage
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EU and Canada draw closer in Trump’s world, with Britain looking on
The EU and Canada are hoping to deepen ties at their upcoming Montreal summit, in areas like trade, energy, defence and critical minerals. Meanwhile, the UK is seeking its own reset with Brussels.
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Is this the best camera phone of the year? These are my favorite shots from the triple-200MP Oppo Find X10 Pro Max
Oppo joins the Pro Max phone party with its latest handset, the triple-camera flagship Find X10 Pro Max. I've spent three solid days shooting with it, and here are my favorite shots so far
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Almost every shallow-water coral reef on the planet faces ecosystem collapse by 2075, UN advisors say
Assessment finds global heating is endangering 96% of coral reefs across 80 countries – a figure scientists say should serve as a ‘wake-up call’
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France responds to ICE meme about riots with savage dig on gun control
France is facing some of its worst urban unrest in years over the cost-of-living and declining public services
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Ilhan Omar says 'bizarre' pre-dawn raid on her home is forcing her to move out
The congresswoman said federal agents seized over a dozen items, including cell phones and notebooks, as part of a federal investigation.
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How to watch Stacey Dooley: Down the K Hole for free online from anywhere
Stacey Dooley investigates ketamine addiction in new documentary for the BBC
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Stocks rattled by fears over tech sell-off and rising oil prices
In London, the FTSE 100 index ended down 27.85 points, 0.3%, at 10,725.03.
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Harrods fights Al-Fayed family for control of estate as abuse victims seek £150m
Hundreds of women have accused the businessman of sexual abuse following his death
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Hegseth demanded the world. His staff dropped it during the move
Defense Secretary’s team declined to wait for help from military historians, who were furloughed at the time, the Washington Post reports
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Gulf nations brace for possible return to all-out war
The volatility around the Israeli and US midterm elections is fueling fears of renewed US-Israeli strikes on Iran in a short and intensive military campaign to push Tehran into concessions, with Iran vowing a devastating response against the Gulf nations.
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Meet Mori, a Cute Robot Mushroom That Doesn’t Really Say (or Do) Anything
Step one in convincing people to live with robots with cameras on their faces? Disguise them as cute home decor.
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Low water on the Rhine cuts German economic growth
Europe's biggest economy has shown some early signs of growth this year, after several years of stagnation. But climate-linked drought is weighing on industry, especially on the Rhine.
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MEPs side with industry in vote to delay methane rules
EU lawmakers say their position balances climate ambitions with easing supplies – at a time of turmoil in energy security. #EuropeNews
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How to watch The Celebrity Traitors season 2 episode 7 – Stream free from anywhere
Who will die of boredom? It certainly won't be us. Here's how to watch episode 7 for free. Warning - Spoilers ahead!
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North East podcast shortlisted for national award after reaching 127 countries
Northumberland podcast The Nature Garden shortlisted for Best Regional Podcast at the 2026 Independent Podcast Awards after reaching listeners in 127 countries.
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144 staff take voluntary severance in restructure at Scottish manufacturer
A major Scottish medical testing company has revealed 144 staff have taken voluntary severance
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Alberta welcomed migrant workers. Now, it wants to restrict their rights
‘Scapegoating non-permanent residents is not going to lower the cost of living,’ Vanesa Ortiz says
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UK plumbing and drainage company collapses into administration after 9 years
Plumbing and drainage company United Drains Ltd has collapsed into administration after nine years in business.
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How will Trump’s mass deportation agenda shape the US midterm elections? Our reporters answer your questions live
With ICE arrests and detentions at their highest levels, immigration remains a key issue for voters less than two weeks before election day
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Inverness renewables firm plans recruitment drive as US expansion gathers pace
Inverness firm Aurora Energy Services plans to recruit staff and open a third US site, expanding wind, solar and battery storage operations across the Americas.
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How to watch Bournemouth vs AC Milan: FREE live Streams, TV channels & kick-off time for Europa League 2026/27
The Cherries host European giants on a huge night for the Premier League side
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How to watch The Pride of Britain Awards 2026 online for FREE
Carol Vorderman and Ashley Banjo host the annual awards show
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Pete Hegseth reportedly authorizes DHS to test ‘heat ray’ at US-Mexico border
The Pentagon’s Active Denial System shoots energy beam that causes ‘sensation of intense heat on surface of skin’
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Downing Street rejects Witkoff’s description of Putin as a ‘humanitarian’
No 10 says Russian president ‘has killed thousands of people, both innocent Ukrainians and his own people’
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The end of Sony's 4K Blu-ray players? The great X700K has been discontinued in Japan — other countries still have stock, but if you've been thinking about buying, maybe now's the time…
From today, the PS5 will be the only Blu-ray playback device Sony sells in Japan — and that doesn't exactly have a bright disc-based future either
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Trump accuses LeBron James of disrespecting US during national anthem
Trump took aim at LeBron James as he posted on Truth Social
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Ukraine war live: Zelensky says Trump ‘should talk about Putin like he does about me’
Zelensky said he did not understand why Trump had become so critical of Kyiv
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Rangers fan jailed after encouraging fans onto pitch in Scottish Cup incident
A Rangers fan caught encouraging a mass pitch invasion at an Old Firm match has been jailed for 16 months
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Save high street by taxing online sales at higher rate, Burnham urged
Exclusive: British Chambers of Commerce president tells PM to realign tax system away from favouring internet sellers
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Barclays boss indicates bank taxes in budget ‘bearable’ and backs Healey – UK politics live
CEO of Barclays tells reporters: ‘I deeply respect the responsibility that the chancellor has and he has our full support and backing’
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Ozempic users fuel surprise business boom as pounds fall away
U.S. consumers taking weight-loss drugs like Novo Nordisk's Ozempic and Eli Lilly's Mounjaro have turned to cobblers and tailors as they try to save money while shedding pounds
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A fraught push for peace, and a race to fund Ukraine
Good morning. It’s Mared Gwyn with your Thursday newsletter. Today: the fraught push to revive peace talks between Ukraine and Russia, cash for Kyiv becomes intertwined in talks on the next EU budget, and Argentina’s Milei reignites a war of words with Spain’s Sánchez. #EuropeToday
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Nestle removes £1.5bn of Russian assets after business seized by Putin
But the food giant said the move would have a limited financial impact on its underlying results for 2026.
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Video. Trump suggests renaming Atlantic Ocean the 'American Ocean'
Video. Donald Trump has once again floated renaming one of the oceans bordering the United States, suggesting the Atlantic could become the “American Ocean”.
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UK plumbing and drainage company collapses into administration after 9 years
Plumbing and drainage company United Drains Ltd has collapsed into administration after nine years in business.
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‘America, this is a warning’: pro- Trump Maga media in a froth over Europe protests
Fox News and others have toed president’s line – seemingly hoping unrest abroad will make people vote Republican
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This Preamp Costs More Than a Fancy Sports Car
Goldmund’s $240,000 Mimesis Statement is an exercise in extreme Swiss sound engineering—and only one part of a $1.5 million audio setup.
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Vivek Ramaswamy campaign ad for Ohio ‘shameful, disgusting’, says Republican congresswoman – US politics live
Nancy Mace said: ‘This ad is going to go down as the most shameful, disgusting, offensive ad this election season’
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Government urged to approve Rosebank oil and gas field after Jackdaw go-ahead
Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch called for Labour to repeal its ban on all new oil and gas licences.
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The simple way to ward off cognitive decline and keep brain young in old age
Social activities seem particularly effective at keeping mind sharp
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Trump orders diplomats to leave Middle East amid fears US could strike Houthis
Houthi attacks in Saudi Arabia killed at least two people at an airport in Damman on Wednesday
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Russia reportedly strikes central Kyiv with cluster-warhead missile
The latest Russian bombardment of Ukraine's capital came just hours after US envoy Steve Witkoff met Vladimir Putin in St Petersburg, underscoring the stark contrast between Washington's renewed diplomatic efforts and Moscow's continuing attacks on Ukrainian cities.
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Oil prices jump to five-month high as attacks threaten global supply
Iran’s IRGC says it hit four vessels in the northern Gulf and three more struck mines near the strait of Hormuz
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EU Parliament awards Sakharov Prize to ICC in rebuke of US sanctions
The European Parliament awards the Sakharov Prize to the International Criminal Court in a show of support after the US imposed sanctions on the institution. #EuropeNews
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North East criminologist wins £100,000 prize to study the 'offshore world'
Northumbria University criminologist Dr Alexandra Hall wins £100,000 Philip Leverhulme Prize for research into crime, illicit economies and offshore worlds.
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They Believe 2020 Was Stolen. They Could Be in Charge of Elections in 2028
A host of election-denying candidates are running for attorney general in states across the country.
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Macron condemns ‘seditious acts’ by ‘ultra-left’ and says he will seek to ban some protests – Europe live
French government will show ‘absolute’ determination to stop the riots, Macron says
