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Ukraine war: Russia 'advancing from multiple positions' after delays in Western military aid, Kharkiv governor warns
Russia was able to open a new front in northeastern Ukraine because of delays in the supply of Western weapons to the frontline, the head of the region under attack has claimed.
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Health minister apologises as birth trauma report finds 'shockingly poor quality' maternity care
A health minister has apologised after a new report concluded that poor care in maternity services is "frequently tolerated as normal".
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Three men charged with assisting Hong Kong's intelligence service and foreign interference
Three men have been charged with offences under the National Security Act including assisting Hong Kong's intelligence service and foreign interference.
Showbiz
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BAFTA TV Awards 2024: Top Boy, Happy Valley and The Sixth Commandment among the big winners - as The Crown misses out
Top Boy, Happy Valley and The Sixth Commandment were the big winners at this year's BAFTA TV Awards, taking home two prizes apiece.
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Steve Buscemi: Hollywood actor punched in the face on New York City street
Hollywood actor Steve Buscemi "is okay" after he was punched in the face by a man on a New York City street, his publicist has said.
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Eurovision: Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu praises Eden Golan as Irish singer Bambie Thug criticises organisers and broadcaster
Israel's prime minister has paid tribute to the country's Eurovision performer - as Ireland's contestant continues to criticise organisers and an Israeli broadcaster.
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First victim in Jaws has died aged 77
The swimmer who was the first victim in the 1975 blockbuster Jaws has died.
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BAFTA TV Awards 2024: The full list of winners
The winners of this year's BAFTA TV Awards have been revealed.
UK News
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Health minister apologises as birth trauma report finds 'shockingly poor quality' maternity care
A health minister has apologised after a new report concluded that poor care in maternity services is "frequently tolerated as normal".
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Rishi Sunak to argue UK is safer under Conservatives amid worsening global outlook
Rishi Sunak will argue that Britain is safer under the Conservatives against the backdrop of two escalating conflicts likely to dominate the week.
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Three men charged with assisting Hong Kong's intelligence service and foreign interference
Three men have been charged with offences under the National Security Act including assisting Hong Kong's intelligence service and foreign interference.
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'Serious questions' for lenders over surge in ultra-long mortgages
Young homebuyers are being forced to gamble with their retirement prospects by taking on ultra-long mortgages, according to a former pensions minister.
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Is Humza Yousaf entitled to £52,000 a year for life after his resignation?
When Humza Yousaf resigned as Scotland's first minister, questions were raised over what his pension would be.
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Hunt for two men after camper van stolen from luxury Loch Lomond resort
Detectives are on the hunt for two men after a camper van was stolen from the car park of a luxury resort on the banks of Loch Lomond.
World News
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Georgia: Tense standoff on streets of Tbilisi as protesters try to block MPs from entering parliament
Tens of thousands of Georgians have taken to the streets in Tbilisi - protesting against a proposed law threatening press and civic freedoms.
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Ukraine war: Russia 'advancing from multiple positions' after delays in Western military aid, Kharkiv governor warns
Russia was able to open a new front in northeastern Ukraine because of delays in the supply of Western weapons to the frontline, the head of the region under attack has claimed.
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India elections: Minority communities, especially Muslims, anxious with Narendra Modi's expected election win
Elections bring out the best but also the worst of democracy.
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Novak Djokovic to have medical tests after bottle strike and shock loss in Italian Open
Novak Djokovic says he will have medical tests after being struck on the head by a metal water bottle and then suffering a shock exit at the Italian Open.
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First victim in Jaws has died aged 77
The swimmer who was the first victim in the 1975 blockbuster Jaws has died.
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Eurovision: Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu praises Eden Golan as Irish singer Bambie Thug criticises organisers and broadcaster
Israel's prime minister has paid tribute to the country's Eurovision performer - as Ireland's contestant continues to criticise organisers and an Israeli broadcaster.
Politics
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Next few years will be 'most dangerous' UK has ever known, Rishi Sunak to say in 'major' speech
Rishi Sunak will give a speech on Monday setting out "bold ideas to change society" - as he seeks to regain momentum following the defection of one of his MPs to Labour and a hammering at the local elections.
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Rishi Sunak to argue UK is safer under Conservatives amid worsening global outlook
Rishi Sunak will argue that Britain is safer under the Conservatives against the backdrop of two escalating conflicts likely to dominate the week.
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Health minister apologises as birth trauma report finds 'shockingly poor quality' maternity care
A health minister has apologised after a new report concluded that poor care in maternity services is "frequently tolerated as normal".
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Is Humza Yousaf entitled to £52,000 a year for life after his resignation?
When Humza Yousaf resigned as Scotland's first minister, questions were raised over what his pension would be.
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Police Scotland's chief constable: SNP finance probe heading to prosecutors 'within weeks'
The police investigation involving Nicola Sturgeon's husband is "moving on" with prosecutors to receive a file within weeks, Scotland's most senior officer has told Sky News.
Weird News
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Pillock, plonker and tosspot among British insults 'at risk of dying out'
Prat, plonker and pillock are among British insults in danger of dying out within a generation, according to a survey.
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Robert F Kennedy Jr says a worm ate part of his brain and then died
Independent US presidential candidate Robert F Kennedy Jr has revealed that a worm ate part of his brain.
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Crocodile: Reports of reptile in Buckinghamshire village investigated by 'brave' Thames Valley Police
Police called to reports of a crocodile seen in flood water near an English village have escaped unharmed after discovering locals were fooled by a replica.
Tech News
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Wales becomes first UK nation to join metaverse
Wales has become the first UK nation to join the metaverse.
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Apple apologises for crushing musical instruments and books in 'tone-deaf' iPad Pro advert
Apple has apologised for its new iPad Pro advert where it crushed cameras, books and musical instruments, saying it "missed the mark".
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Northern Lights glow up skies across UK and around the world - see best pictures here
Skies over the UK were turned shades of pink and green as the Northern Lights produced incredible displays for skygazers.
Videos
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Next few years will be 'most dangerous' UK has ever known, Rishi Sunak to say in 'major' speech
Rishi Sunak will give a speech on Monday setting out "bold ideas to change society" - as he seeks to regain momentum following the defection of one of his MPs to Labour and a hammering at the local elections.
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'It is too late, our boys have gone': Grieving parents tell Ofcom to 'step up' over social media content
Social media platforms must do more to stop their algorithms from recommending harmful content to children, Ofcom has said.
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Georgia: Tense standoff on streets of Tbilisi as protesters try to block MPs from entering parliament
Tens of thousands of Georgians have taken to the streets in Tbilisi - protesting against a proposed law threatening press and civic freedoms.
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Recession is over with a bang - but will voters forgive the government for years of economic disappointment?
Britain is not just out of recession. It is out of recession with a bang.
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Ukraine war: Russia 'advancing from multiple positions' after delays in Western military aid, Kharkiv governor warns
Russia was able to open a new front in northeastern Ukraine because of delays in the supply of Western weapons to the frontline, the head of the region under attack has claimed.
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Rishi Sunak to argue UK is safer under Conservatives amid worsening global outlook
Rishi Sunak will argue that Britain is safer under the Conservatives against the backdrop of two escalating conflicts likely to dominate the week.
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