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Toxic chemical leak sparks mass evacuation as mysterious haze blankets Ohio city
Some Ohio residents have been ordered to evacuate because of the release of a chemical that can cause burning of the eyes, nose, mouth and skin
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Police complaints across England and Wales hit record high
The IOPC said artificial intelligence (AI) has made it easier than ever for people to make complaints
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Bettors say Trump’s next press secretary could be under-the-radar choice
Karoline Leavitt’s replacement Katie Zacharia lasted just five days in the job, sparking speculation on who may be next to take on the role
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UK inflation reaches highest rate in almost a year after fuel surge
The rate of Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation was 3.5 per cent in September
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Bayeux Tapestry tickets go on sale again today. Here’s how to get them
It’s the first time the iconic artwork has been displayed on British soil in nearly 1,000 years
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The rare condition that MP Helen Haines’s alleged attacker has
The Australian MP has lost both her legs after what has been described as a ‘targeted’ attack
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New plan says big tunnel could fix Windermere’s sewage problem
£3.6 billion project could generate around £7.5 billion in economic, environmental, and social benefits, proposal suggests
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The ripple effect: why resilience must extend beyond the enterprise
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British tourist suffers ‘traumatic head injury’ after falling 32ft at beach
They were airlifted to hospital with a brain injury after falling down the cliff on the Algarve
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Why has inflation risen and what does it mean for me?
September’s inflation rate of 3.5% means if an item cost £100 a year ago, it would now cost £103.50.
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Japan records a trade deficit as oil imports soar because of conflict in the Middle East
Japan’s trade deficit has reached 2.81 trillion yen, or $17.8 billion, for the first fiscal half, according to government data, as the war in Iran sent oil import prices soaring
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A First Nation community in Canada is using a data center to preserve its heritage
The Wiikwemkoong First Nation in Canada is using a data center to help preserve its heritage
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Elon Musk ordered slowing down of Starlink access for Ukrainian army, say report
The Tesla billionaire had previously blamed Donald Trump for the decision
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It's not just gas and groceries. Childcare costs weigh on some voters before the midterm elections
Rising childcare costs are a factor for parents weighing how to vote in November's midterm elections
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Human rights commission urges oversight of technology used in Latin American environmental crime
A human rights commission is calling for stronger oversight of technologies used by criminal groups in Latin America
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France protests live: French government to deploy military for protests this weekend
Hundreds of thousands of people protested this weekend over declining public services and rising cost-of-living pressures
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Trump compares hecklers at North Carolina rally to rioters in Paris
Trump also went on a bizarre tangent about his daughter-in-law Lara Trump’s body while in Greenville Tuesday night
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France has a proud tradition of protesting, and sometimes people lose their heads
France is known for its vibrant protest culture, where activism is seen as a social duty and part of the national identity
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See the world in vertical: Top photos by AP photojournalists
Oct. 15 - Oct. 21, 2026
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Here's why Rubio is visiting a small Indian city home to world’s largest oil-refining complex
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is visiting Jamnagar, India, home to one of the world's largest oil-refining complexes
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UK inflation expected to have accelerated in September after fuel surge
The September inflation rate will be watched closely by economists as it is typically used to decide the level that many benefits will increase.
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Photos show fire walks and vegetarian meals at the Nine Emperor Gods Festival
Celebrations for the Nine Emperor Gods Festival took place across Southeast Asia, with ritual fire walks, dishes of vegetarian food and the burning of massive joss sticks.
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A 'Treasury of Ice' goes on show, revealing relics as Swiss glaciers rapidly melt
The Glacier Garden in Lucerne is showcasing artifacts from Switzerland's glaciers in an exhibit called "Treasury of Ice."
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Don Jr. opposed Iran war and told his dad not to start one: report
Top administration figures, including Vice President JD Vance and CIA Director John Ratcliffe, also raised early concerns regarding the strategy and scope of the military effort
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Pakistan's factory workers swelter in extreme heat as global brands fail on safety pledges
Extreme heat intensified by climate change is creating dangerous conditions for factory workers in Pakistan
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Ukraine war live: Trump puts pressure on Kyiv to ‘settle’ as rift escalates
Relations between Trump and Zelensky hit a new low after the US agreed a deal to purchase Russian diesel
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Whether `stringing' or `looping,' tobacco is the tie that binds many North Carolina farm families
It's called “stringing” or “looping,” depending on what part of North Carolina you're from
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California state workers launching 1-day strike over return-to-office mandate, pay and healthcare
California state workers will launch a one-day strike Wednesday, urging Gov. Gavin Newsom’s administration to agree to a new contract that increases workers’ pay, ensures affordable healthcare access and allows more flexibility for remote work
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King Charles heaps praise on Prince William after bombshell Prince Harry interview
The King spoke proudly about William as he hosted Sultan Haitham bin Tarik al Said at the start of his state visit
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University of Arizona student alleges she was sexually assaulted by 2 men at fraternity house
A sorority member at the University of Arizona has alleged she was sexually assaulted by two men at a fraternity house in late August
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Polymarket removes contract allowing users to wager on fate of Cornell students accused of rape
Polymarket has removed a contract from its prediction market platform that allowed users to wager on whether any of the seven men accused of raping a Cornell student in 2024 will be charged with a felony sex crime
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Celebrity exorcist priest to take one-year 'media fast' after meeting with Denver archbishop
A prominent Catholic exorcist in Denver is pausing public speaking and interviews at the request of his archbishop
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Instacart to pay $5m after being accused of discriminating against US workers
Trump has sought to crack down on what he says are widespread abuses of foreign worker visa programs
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I’m an economist. US inequality is getting worse in ways you might not expect
Recent policy changes have shifted different kinds of costs on to low- and middle-income earners, while leaving the wealthy relatively unscathed
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Guatemalan man sentenced to 30 years for smuggling tragedy that killed 53 people in Texas
Federal prosecutors say a Guatemalan man who was extradited to the U.S. to face charges related to a smuggling attempt that left 53 migrants dead was sentenced to 30 years in prison Tuesday
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30 mins less on this activity daily lowers your risk of several cancers, experts say
A quarter of American adults are sitting for eight hours a day on average
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Trump’s tumbling poll numbers leave CNN data guru stunned
‘I mean this is a five-alarm Trumpster fire, that’s what we’re talking about,” CNN Chief Data Analyst Harry Enten said
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Amazon to create 30,000 jobs for young people by 2030
The move comes amid a push from the Government to help reduce the number of so-called Neets.
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Even Mike Lindell is worried about Trump’s health
Trump has faced growing scrutiny over his health after appearing to doze off at several public events and being photographed with bruised hands and swollen ankles
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MPs call for firefighting planes to combat UK wildfire threat
“Britain needs a cultural shift that puts us in step with fire-savvy nations such as Australia,’ Efra chairman Alistair Carmichael said
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The top photos of the day by AP's photojournalists
From front page news to powerful moments you may have missed, this gallery showcases today's top photos, chosen by Associated Press photo editors.
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Labour MP suspended after questions over Covid bounceback loan
Perran Moon MP said that he fully intended to repay the loan but that his business ceased trading due to ‘external market pressures’
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Beijing blasts US sanctions on 5 Chinese firms tied to ex-Google engineer
Beijing has expressed strong opposition to U.S. sanctions on five Chinese companies linked to a former Google engineer accused of intellectual property theft
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Man ordered to pay more than £2,000 for act after getting parking ticket
A man was ordered to pay £2,270 in fines and costs after he threw a parking fine notice on the ground in Cornwall. Stephen Lang, of St Martins Crescent, Camborne, was found guilty of littering at Exchequer Quay car park in Penryn on 20 November 2025. The court heard that the 58-year-old was issued with a penalty charge notice after his vehicle was found parked outside a marked bay. Lang approached the officer and challenged the notice before removing it from the vehicle and throwing it to the ground. The officer picked up the notice and placed it back on the vehicle before Lang removed it again and threw it in her direction. Lang was issued with a £250 Fixed Penalty Notice for littering, which he failed to pay despite a reminder. He was ordered to pay a £250 fine, £1920.90 in costs and a £100 victim surcharge.
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Funds from sale of former Gambian ruler's US property to be used to compensate victims
Gambian authorities have received funds from the sale of a U.S. property owned by former ruler Yahya Jammeh
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Indigenous voters in Brazil's Amazon fear missing runoff after court denies transportation
Indigenous communities in the Brazilian Amazon fear they won't be able to vote in Sunday’s election runoff due to transportation issues
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Millions of UK households heading into winter in energy debt, new figures show
Around 3.4 million households – nearly one in eight – are in debt to their supplier, owing an estimated £750 million, or an average of £220 each
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Man, 26, charged with murder after death of woman in Manchester
Lawrence Johnson is due to appear at Manchester Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday
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Cornell’s Jane Doe sent a letter to faculty leaders saying she felt ‘unsupported’
Jane Doe said comments made by Cornell’s president ‘diminished’ her confidence in the university’s administration
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Popular Disney event in Florida already sold out for Thanksgiving
The event requires a separate ticket, as regular admission, Park Hopper tickets and annual passes aren’t valid
