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Criminals on bail told to take selfies due to officer shortage
Criminals on bail are being instructed to take a ‘selfie’ to prove their attendance at a police station due to a lack of officers. A poster at a police station in Corby, Northamptonshire, indicates that the front desk is only open two days a week. Those who visit outside these hours must take a photo on their phone to prove…
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UK may witness Northern Lights due to recent solar flares
The UK might witness the Northern Lights in the coming nights due to recent solar flares from the sun. The Northern Lights, known scientifically as aurora borealis, occur when solar storms interact with the Earth’s atmosphere, creating luminous displays in the sky over the magnetic poles. Space weather expert Krista Hammond from the Met Office stated that there is a…
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US cruise ship finally departs Belfast after months of delays
After months of delays, a US cruise ship set for a global voyage departed from Belfast for the second time this week, according to passengers. Villa Vie Residences’ Odyssey sailed on Thursday afternoon, with reports indicating it is heading to Scotland for refuelling. Passengers were seen celebrating at one of the ship’s bars. Holly Hennessy from Florida expressed her excitement,…
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Boris Johnson calls for UK referendum on ECHR membership
Boris Johnson has called for a referendum on the UK’s membership in the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR). This issue has become central in the Conservative Party leadership race. Johnson, the former prime minister, supports the idea of a referendum, arguing that the ECHR has restricted UK immigration policy, especially concerning the small-boats crisis. He stated that the ECHR…
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Cineworld to close five UK cinemas next month
Five Cineworld cinemas across the UK will close next month, as the cinema chain confirmed the permanent shutdowns. Cineworld will close its branches in Glasgow Parkhead, Bedford, Loughborough, Yate, and Swindon in the coming days. The cinemas in Glasgow Parkhead, Bedford, and Swindon Regent Circus will have their final screenings on October 6. Loughborough and Yate will close a week…
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BBC cancels Boris Johnson interview over briefing notes blunder
Laura Kuenssberg has shed light on why a scheduled BBC interview with Boris Johnson fell through and revealed a humorous incident involving her briefing notes. In her weekly newsletter, Kuenssberg, who hosts the broadcaster’s Sunday politics show, discussed her recent “embarrassing mistake.” She described the cancellation of the interview with Johnson, whom she called “one of the most consequential politicians…
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Woman raped in Tesco toilet in broad daylight
A woman reported being raped after a man followed her into a Tesco toilet cubicle in broad daylight. The incident occurred yesterday afternoon at the Tesco located on Bridge Road in Sheerness, Kent. According to the victim, the man followed her into the toilets and sexually assaulted her between 1.37pm and 2.19pm. The suspect is described as an eastern European…
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Six-day effort to rescue trapped dog in Halifax continues
A large-scale rescue effort to save a small dog trapped underground in Halifax has continued for six days. Volunteers have been tirelessly working around the clock to rescue a Jack Russell named Rose. The dog reportedly became trapped in an underground cave last Thursday. Initially, the fire service responded but left the task to workers equipped with power tools, who…
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Chinese student pours hot coffee on baby in Brisbane park
A 33-year-old Chinese national on a student visa is suspected of pouring hot coffee on a nine-month-old baby at Hanlon Park in Brisbane, resulting in lifelong injuries for the child. The incident occurred around midday on August 27 when Luka, the infant, was at a picnic with his mother. The man approached them and poured a thermos of scalding coffee…
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Britons healthier than Americans but perceive health worse
Research reveals that Britons are generally healthier than Americans but tend to perceive their health more negatively. The study, involving nearly 10,000 British individuals and over 5,000 Americans in their 30s and 40s, was conducted by academics from the UCL Centre for Longitudinal Studies, University of Oxford, Syracuse University, and University of North Carolina. The findings indicate that American adults…
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Prince William and Princess Kate meet cancer fighter at Windsor
The Prince and Princess of Wales recently spent time with Liz Hatton, a teenage photographer battling a rare and severe form of cancer, at Windsor Castle. Kate, who announced she had finished chemotherapy earlier this year after her own cancer diagnosis, was seen embracing 16-year-old Liz from Harrogate. William and Kate expressed their admiration for Liz’s talent and resilience in…
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Sir Mark Cavendish knighted at Windsor Castle
Cyclist Sir Mark Cavendish has lauded Prince William after being awarded a knighthood at Windsor Castle. The 39-year-old confessed to feeling “really nervous” before the ceremony but said the Prince of Wales eased his nerves, conversing with him about his career. Regarding his future in cycling, Sir Mark mentioned he still has some races left this year. “I’m still training…
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James Blunt promises name change if album hits number one
James Blunt has made a bold promise to legally change his name based on public suggestions—but there’s a condition. The 50-year-old singer stated that if the re-release of his debut album “Back to Bedlam” climbs to number one in the charts, he will change his name by deed poll. In a video shared on X, Blunt announced the album’s re-release…
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Princess Beatrice expecting second child this spring
Buckingham Palace has announced that the royal family will welcome a new baby in the spring. Princess Beatrice, 36, and her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, 40, are expecting their second child. The upcoming baby will join their three-year-old daughter Sienna and Mr Mapelli Mozzi’s eight-year-old son, Wolfie, who is Beatrice’s stepson. To celebrate the news, the family shared two new…
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Tugendhat slams Jenrick for using deceased soldier in campaign video
Tom Tugendhat has accused his fellow Tory leadership contender, Robert Jenrick, of using footage of a deceased soldier in a campaign video. The video alleges that the SAS is killing terrorists instead of capturing them. Jenrick, a leading candidate to succeed Rishi Sunak, faced significant backlash on Monday for a video advocating for the UK’s departure from the European Court…
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Daphne’s celebrates 60 years with star-studded event
Chelsea’s iconic restaurant, Daphne’s, celebrated its 60th anniversary this week, continuing its legacy as a favourite among celebrities, including Princess Diana. The event hosted notable guests like Charles Delevingne, father of Cara, Poppy, and Chloe. However, former England striker Jermain Defoe, 41, made a significant impact with his comments on societal tendencies to judge public figures harshly. Defoe criticised the…
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King Charles praises handwritten letter society as ‘inspirational’
King Charles, when he was Prince of Wales, wrote over 2,400 letters annually, some of which were handwritten, reaching out directly to members of the public. Dinah Johnson from Swanage, Dorset, has made a significant impact with her Handwritten Letter Appreciation Society. King Charles has called her efforts “inspirational,” and she has received various celebrity endorsements, many of which are…
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Prince Harry calls for higher-ups to listen during South Africa visit
Prince Harry urged ‘people from the top’ to ‘start listening’ during his solo trip to South Africa, where he gathered around a bonfire with Prince Seeiso of Lesotho. The Duke of Sussex, on a journey without Meghan, spoke passionately about the impact of his charity, Sentebale, which aids children and young people affected by HIV. Yesterday, Harry arrived in South…
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Romance scams surge by over 27% in six months
Recent data reveals a concerning rise in romance scams. Santander UK reported over £3.8 million stolen from customers in the past six months, marking a 27% increase from the previous period. Victims ranged from 18 to 93 years old, losing an average of £4,500 each. This occurs despite 65% of British adults believing they won’t fall victim to such fraud.…
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Former surgeon investigated for harmful treatments at hospital
Dean Stalham, the father of a six-year-old girl named Bunty, is among the first to learn that his daughter suffered harm during her treatment by former surgeon Dr Yaser Jabbar. Bunty, born with the rare bone condition neurofibromatosis, had been under hospital care since she was 18 months old. In 2018, she was placed under the care of Dr Jabbar…
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Former Tory MP Michael Ancram dies aged 79
Michael Ancram, a prominent aristocrat who served as a Tory MP, senior government minister, party chairman, deputy leader, and grandee, has passed away at the age of 79. As minister of state for Northern Ireland during John Major’s tenure, he played a crucial role in the peace process that eventually led to the Good Friday Agreement under Tony Blair. During…
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Russian cybercrime gang Evil Corp defrauds Britons of millions
The National Crime Agency (NCA) recently unveiled an extraordinary photo of Russian criminal Maksim Yakubets with his family yesterday. They lead the notorious cybercrime group, Evil Corp. For the first time, the NCA, Britain’s equivalent of the FBI, disclosed the gang is led by Maksim, his money-laundering father Viktor, brother Artem, cousins Kirill and Dmitry Slobodskoy, and father-in-law Eduard Benderskiy,…
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Body found in Kirkcaldy woods amid search for missing teenager
A body has been discovered in a wooded area of Kirkcaldy, a Scottish town, amid the search for a missing teenager. Officers had been looking for 19-year-old Jamie Lyons, who disappeared from Kirkcaldy, Fife, on Sunday. His family alerted the public over the weekend and asked for help in searching the woodlands off Oriel Road on Monday. The family used…
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Lorry plunges 60m from Thelwall Viaduct on M6 in Cheshire
A lorry has fallen 60 metres from the Thelwall Viaduct on the M6 in Cheshire, landing on an embankment below. The incident occurred near Warrington between junctions 20 and 21 at around 6.50pm on Monday. The driver appears to have avoided life-threatening injuries and was rescued by fire crews who descended to the vehicle. Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service utilised…
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Boy, 8, fatally shot near Cumbria farm
Jay Cartmell, an eight-year-old boy, has been identified as the victim of a fatal shooting near a farm in Cumbria. The tragic event occurred on Saturday when authorities responded to reports of a child being ‘seriously injured by a firearm’ at Wheatsheaf Farm, near Warcop in Cumbria. Jay succumbed to severe head and facial injuries in the hospital. A man…
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UK closes final coal power station after 142 years
The UK’s final coal-fired power station, Ratcliffe-on-Soar, has ceased operations, marking a significant step in Britain’s move towards zero-carbon energy and concluding a 142-year history of coal-powered electricity. Located near Nottingham, the closure of this plant makes the UK the first major economy and G7 member to completely phase out coal. This milestone is particularly notable as the country was…
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Psychologists identify ’emophilia’ as risky rapid love syndrome
Almost everyone knows someone who quickly falls head over heels for ‘the one,’ only to break up and repeat the cycle soon after. Psychologists now refer to this behaviour as ’emophilia,’ a term coined by Dr Daniel Jones. Emophilia describes the tendency to fall in love frequently and rapidly. Similar to other character traits, emophilia exists on a spectrum. Some…
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Famous British sitcom corner shop up for auction at £150,000
A corner shop made famous by a beloved British sitcom is now up for auction. Located on Lister Avenue in Balby, Doncaster, the property will be auctioned on October 15 with a guide price of £150,000. The shop, on a quiet residential street in South Yorkshire, narrowly escaped demolition in 2008 when campaigners intervened after it previously failed to sell…
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Teen girl arrested stabbing teachers in shocking school attack
A 14-year-old girl after stabbing two teachers and a pupil at her school has remarked, “that’s one way to be a celebrity” during her arrest. CCTV footage from Amman Valley School in Ammanford, Carmarthenshire, played in Swansea Crown Court, captured the girl attacking two teachers and then another girl after being disarmed. Prosecutor William Hughes KC stated the girl told…
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Sue Gray’s hospitality tickets to Spurs matches spark concerns
Sue Gray has reportedly enjoyed hospitality tickets worth hundreds of pounds to various football matches. The Prime Minister’s chief of staff attended the North London derby at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in April and another Premier League match at the same venue a month earlier. These details emerged from a report by the Daily Telegraph. The Mail on Sunday previously revealed…
