Scottish Conservatives win first Westminster by-election in more than 50 years
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Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after boy injured in crocodile enclosure
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US lifts naval blockade as Iran's supreme leader says Trump made deal 'out of desperation'
Iran's supreme leader says he disagrees with the deal and Donald Trump signed it "out of desperation".
Bowen: US-Iran deal raises inescapable question of what the war was for
While the human cost is clear, the Iranian regime has not just survived the war, it has been empowered.
The pressure on the Church of England to ditch its slavery reparations plan
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Brexit cost 6% of UK economy, Bank of England company data suggests
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Hegseth renews Nato criticism and says US will review presence in Europe
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Foreign Office drops 'do not travel' advice for Dubai, but calls situation unpredictable
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Amber heat health alerts issued with UK temperatures set to soar above 30C
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BBC pulls new Ashley Cain series after sexist language accusations
The BBC said it has "no future projects" with Cain planned as it pulls his BBC Three documentary series Into the Danger Zone
Teacher who murdered adopted baby son Preston Davey given whole life prison sentence
Preston Davey died after months of sexual and physical abuse at the hands of Jamie Varley.
Tuchel's national anthem complaints lead to Fifa moving photographers
England head coach Thomas Tuchel has won a battle with Fifa to get photographers moved away from the bench during the national anthems.
Why does Scotland's McGinn celebrate with goggles?
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Most shots? Best dribbler? World Cup so far in numbers
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Five ways the Iran peace deal could affect you and your money
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'He hid the a la carte menu': Who should pay on the first date
Some insist on splitting the bill, others say the asker should pay, while many still see a man paying as romantic.
Weekly quiz: How many SpaceX employees just became millionaires?
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'Toddler critical' and 'cost of living hope'
The papers focus on a three-year-old boy, who was who was left with critical injuries after ending up a crocodile enclosure in a Cambridgeshire zoo.
Hats and high-fashion as King attends Royal Ascot with actor Stanley Tucci
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The average student in England leaves university with £47,700 debt - is a degree worth it?
With rising tuition fees and living costs, do higher graduate earnings cover the cost of a degree?
The twisted life of teacher who killed his adopted son
Jamie Varley, 37, subjected Preston Davey to months of horrific physical, sexual and emotional abuse.
Obamas host star-studded opening of Chicago presidential centre
George W Bush, Bill Clinton and Joe Biden attended, but Donald Trump was not invited.
Moscow residents complain of black rain after largest Ukrainian attack hits oil refinery
A refinery and a shopping centre burned after almost 200 Ukrainian drones struck an area to the south-east of the Russian capital.
GTA 6 pre-order date and cover art revealed by Rockstar
The developer has said pre-sales of the hugely anticipated game will begin on 25 June.
'Stunningly beautiful' blue sea creatures appear on Welsh beaches
Velella velella, or by-the-wind sailors, have been spotted on beaches at Anglesey, Gwynedd and Tenby.
Vulnerable patients' lives made 'miserable' by abuse, Muckamore inquiry finds
The long-awaited final report is expected to reveal the extent of the mistreatment of patients at the hospital.
Men jailed for spying for Chinese intelligence in UK
One, a Border Force official, used his access to Home Office data, to get information about Chinese dissidents.
MP Cameron Thomas suspended amid police investigation
It is understood the MP was arrested by Gloucestershire Police on Wednesday.
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England in trouble after dreadful day against NZ
England are in a dire position against New Zealand after spiralling from a chaotic morning on day two of the second Test at The Oval.
Toney scores hat-trick in England friendly win
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Canada vs Qatar World Cup: 3 goals for David, 2 red cards, 1 injured Kone
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Obama opens presidential centre with call for unity
Former US President Barack Obama opened his presidential centre in Chicago, using the occasion to call for unity.
Paint peeling after $14 million memorial pool renovation
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EU won’t lift key Iran sanctions until formal nuclear deal reached
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Zimbabwe bill to scrap presidential elections sparks backlash
Supporters call the bill a governance reform, while opponents see a turning point for Zimbabwe's political future.
Iran war live: JD Vance defends Iran deal as US says naval blockade lifted
US vice president says 60-day negotiating period between Washington and Tehran has begun after deal to end war signed.
Vote counting begins in high-stakes UK by-election
Ballots are being counted in the UK’s closely watched Makerfield by-election.
US judge orders release of Palestinian rights advocate detained by ICE
Mosque leader says he was arrested and detained by immigration authorities for his Palestine advocacy.
Switzerland beat Bosnia and Herzegovina 4-1, top Group B in World Cup
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Mamdani gives New York Knicks keys to city after NBA title
The New York Knicks celebrated their first NBA title in 53 years with a frenzied ticker-tape parade through Manhattan.
Are prices really dropping in the US, as Trump claims?
Donald Trump boasts on social media that since signing of MoU for peace deal, oil is flowing and prices are dropping.
Cuba’s Communist Party approves opening economy in unprecedented move
The emergency economic package comes amid an ongoing US pressure campaign that has left the island nation reeling.
Myanmar military airstrike kills seven civilians in Rakhine state
A Myanmar military airstrike on the Rakhine state town of Kyauktaw killed at least seven civilians.
Brazil executes warrant against Lula ally in widening financial scandal
Left-wing Senator Jaques Wagner was the latest prominent figure to be swept up in investigations into Banco Master.
Conjoined twins separated after surgery in Saudi Arabia
Filipino conjoined twins Olivia and Gianna were successfully separated during a six-hour surgery in Saudi Arabia.
Neymar will not play in Brazil’s World Cup match against Haiti due to injury
Brazil's record goal-scorer continues to struggle with injuries after being named in their World Cup 2026 squad.
Ivory Coast’s Elye Wahi granted Canadian visa hours after denial
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Netanyahu says Israel must protect relationship with US
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pressed for the ‘preservation’ of Israel’s relationship with the US.
Pro-Israel hawks in US criticise Iran MoU but avoid clashing with Trump
Analysts warn that pro-Israel groups and politicians in Washington will likely push to derail diplomacy with Tehran.
Iran’s supreme leader says approved US deal despite having ‘different’ view
Iran says it has suspended Strait of Hormuz transit charges for commercial vessels for 60 days.
Gaza fans chase World Cup joy amid blackout, displacement and war
World Cup matches offer residents of Gaza a brief escape from war, blackouts and life in tents.
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At least 29 countries raise alarm about atrocities in Sudan’s el-Obeid
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MoU’s $300bn Iran reconstruction fund becomes US political flashpoint
Trump says US will not pay for planned fund as part of Iran MoU, as lawmakers connect price tag to affordability issues.
US military says it has lifted naval blockade of Iranian ports
CENTCOM says that all blockade enforcement efforts 'have ceased' but that US forces will remain in the area.
Tokyo Trial debunks notorious Yasukuni Shrine's inverted narrative
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Chinese courts step up crackdown on cyber crimes
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CPC Central Committee, State Council congratulate Chinese Winter Olympics delegation
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S. Korea's ex-president Yoon sentenced to 5 years in prison over obstruction of justice
Russia-China ties crucial for global stability: Putin at annual conference
China, Russia conduct strategic alignment on issues related to Japan
Civic groups in Taiwan protest Lai's arms push, oppose being dragged toward battlefield
Kuliang bond forges 'hometown affection' across the Pacific
Chinese premier arrives in Johannesburg for 1st G20 summit in Africa
Chinese scientists document first evidence of tool use in giant pandas
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