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Lindsay Clancy loses bid to dismiss murder charges
A US judge has rejected a bid to dismiss murder charges against Lindsay Clancy, who killed her three children - paving the way for a retrial.
France blames Iran for massive cyber attack on supermarket fridges
France has accused Iran of being behind the massive cyber attack on supermarket fridges last month.
France accuses Iran of being behind massive cyberattack on supermarket fridges
France has accused Iran of being behind the massive cyberattack on supermarket fridges last month.
Car crashes into barrier near White House
Two people have been arrested after a car crashed into a security barrier near the White House, and one person tried to jump a barricade in the same area.
Retail sector charity refuses to back Poundland owner's boss
Britain's leading retail charity has refused to give its public backing to the executive at the centre of the Poundland insolvency crisis amid intense political scrutiny of the US investment firm's conduct.
Civil servant who juggled up to five government jobs guilty of fraud
A civil servant has been found guilty of nine counts of fraud after using remote working and sick notes to juggle up to five full-time government jobs at the same time.
Thames Water agrees funding into next year ahead of looming deadline
The UK's biggest water company has agreed to a funding deal, allowing it to continue operating until autumn next year ahead of a November deadline.
Fire that killed mother, children and family dog 'caused by electrical appliances'
A mother, her two children, and the family dog were killed after a fire believed to have been caused by electrical appliances engulfed their home on Boxing Day, an inquest heard.
Ex-teacher who sent racist emails to Kemi Badenoch jailed
A former school teacher who sent Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch racist emails and claimed to have been a member of the IRA has been jailed.
James Bulger's mother 'relieved' as killer to remain in prison - but faces another 'harrowing' ordeal
James Bulger's mother has spoken of her overwhelming relief after the Parole Board said one of her son's killers should stay in prison.
Killer couple both now dead and take secret of victim's remains to the grave
Two killers who murdered a vulnerable woman have both now died - taking the secret of where they hid their victim's remains to the grave.
Explosion at steel plant in Turkey kills 16, president says
A major fire broke out following an explosion at an iron and steel plant in Turkey on Monday killing 16 people, the country's president confirmed.
Explosion at steel plant in Turkey kills at least six, officials say
A major fire broke out following an explosion at an iron and steel plant in Turkey on Monday, killing at least six people, with eight missing, officials said.
Met Office issues fog warning for second day - with wind and rain to follow
A new warning for dense fog has been issued by the Met Office – with people being told to expect "difficult travelling conditions".
'Positive momentum' towards end to Iran war, Trump says
There is "positive momentum" towards an end to the Iran war, Donald Trump has said.
Joe Biden scales back book tour as he reveals cancer treatment progress
Former US president Joe Biden said he won't be "able to have as many conversations" about his upcoming memoir as he would want to because of his cancer diagnosis.
At least 14 dead after boat carrying migrants found near Crete
At least 14 people have died after a boat carrying migrants was found near Crete, Greek authorities have said.
Ground Force presenter Tommy Walsh has died
at the age of 69 following a "long illness", his agent has confirmed.
Russell Brand due back in court for rape sentencing
Russell Brand will return to court today to find out his sentence for rape and sexual assault.
AI giant Nvidia launches investigation into CEO's affair with 'Chinese spy'
The chief executive of tech giant Nvidia has admitted having an affair, with the company investigating reports that he was targeted by a foreign intelligence effort.
Government considering banning under-16s from Vinted and eBay
The government is seriously considering banning children from online sales platforms such as eBay and Vinted, the culture secretary has said.
Republican takes step to force vote to impeach Pete Hegseth
A Republican congressman has taken steps to force a vote to impeach US defence secretary Pete Hegseth.
Pete Hegseth could soon face impeachment proceedings
as Democrats plan what to do with their majorities in both houses of Congress.
Seven dead and 114 injured in train crash near Cairo
At least seven people have died and more than 100 have been left injured in a major train crash south of Cairo, according to the Egyptian Chief Prosecutor’s office.
Schools to stop teaching GCSEs early in curriculum overhaul
Secondary schools will be told to stop teaching GCSEs to students until they reach Year 10 in a bid to keep younger children engaged, according to the government.
Drivers warned over 'perfect recipe' for fog on Monday morning
Conditions in the UK are creating the "perfect recipe" for fog, the Met Office has said, as it warned drivers to take extra care in poor visibility.
One dead in Russia after Ukraine drone attack - as emergency workers struck by Moscow
One person has died after being hit by a Ukrainian drone attack in western Russia, while Moscow has struck emergency workers on rescue missions.
Poundland suitor urges Gordon Brothers to release funding to secure sale
The leading solvent bidder for Poundland is urging its owner to immediately release tens of millions of pounds of funding needed to restock the discount retailer's shelves and save more than 10,000 jobs.
Trump 'only kidding' about offering UFC boss press secretary job
Donald Trump has said he was "only kidding" about UFC boss Dana White becoming White House press secretary.
Briton among six killed by 'far-right' gunman in Krakow rampage
A 32-year-old British man is among six people killed in a mass shooting in Krakow, in which another Briton was wounded, Polish officials have said.
Finland's navy chief says Russia's presence in the Baltic Sea may have peaked for now
Russia may have reached the limit of its "peacetime" ability to project force in the Baltic Sea, with the maritime situation "tense" but "stable", the head of Finland's navy has said.
Two seriously injured in 30-vehicle crash in 'thick fog' in Kent
A stretch of the M20 was temporarily closed and two people were seriously injured after more than 30 vehicles were involved in a crash.
Blow for Netanyahu as opposition rival asked to form government by Israel's president
Israel's president has asked Benjamin Netanyahu's strongest rival, Gadi Eisenkot, to try to form a government following a deadlocked election.
Travel delays feared as fog warning issued for parts of England and Wales
Thick fog could lead to travel disruption across parts of England and Wales, the Met Office has warned.
At least 27 people killed in strike near Yemen's capital, Houthi official says
At least 27 people have been killed and 36 others wounded, mostly women and children, after airstrikes hit homes in a village near Yemen's capital, Sanaa, a spokesman for Yemen's Houthi-run health ministry said.
Two teenagers arrested after boys chased with sword in Gloucester
Two teenagers have been arrested after a boy was attacked with a sword in Tuffley, police said.
No clear winner after New Zealand general election
The New Zealand election count has ended without a definitive result as the two main parties remain almost deadlocked in the popular vote.
Thousands turn out to greet Pope Leo as he begins Latin America tour
Thousands of people greeted Pope Leo as he arrived in Uruguay at the start of a 12-day tour of Latin America.
Revealed: Poundland owner's £18m bonanza from struggling discounter
Poundland's owner has cashed in close to £20m in fees and interest payments from the discounter during its brief stint as its owner - and could stand to gain millions more from its collapse.
Anti-data centre groups set to march in Edinburgh as part of Europe-wide protest
A coalition of 75 organisations opposed to plans for AI data centres in Scotland is set to march in Edinburgh this month.
Meghan's father in court charged with possessing child abuse material
The Duchess of Sussex's father has appeared in court after being arrested and charged with allegedly possessing child sexual abuse images.
UK has 'new pair of eyes' in space as new military satellite enters orbit
The UK has a "new pair of eyes" in space after it launched a new military satellite into orbit, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has announced.
Man appears in court charged with murder of missing woman
A man has appeared in court charged with the murder of a missing woman whose whereabouts remain unknown.
Man charged with murder of missing woman whose whereabouts remain unknown
A man has been charged with the murder of a missing woman whose whereabouts remain unknown.
Deep forces are reshaping America's electoral map - and what it means for White House race
This week's American midterm was a once-in-a-lifetime result.
Critical incident declared after car 'damaged by gunfire' - with two arrested
A critical incident has been declared in Swansea after a car was shot at and damaged by gunfire, police said.
Cornell faculty vote 'no confidence' in university leadership after alleged gang rape
Cornell University's Faculty Senate has approved a resolution declaring "no confidence" in the institution's leadership amid a crisis sparked by an alleged 2024 gang rape.
Boy, 6, dies in hospital after house fire that killed four members of his family
A six-year-old who sustained critical injuries during a house fire that killed four members of his family has also died, police said.
Prince Harry to appeal after privacy lawsuit against Daily Mail publisher dismissed
Prince Harry and other household names are appealing a judge's decision dismissing their privacy lawsuit against a newspaper group.
Amateur cricketer 'Clicky Ponting' banned for two years over viral cheating
An amateur cricketer dubbed 'Clicky Ponting' has been banned from the sport for two years over cheating during games.
Killer who bragged after fatally stabbing student jailed
A man who bragged after fatally stabbing an accounting student in southwest London has been jailed.
Thomas Markle charged by FBI in Florida
The Duchess of Sussex's father, Thomas Markle Snr, has been charged by the FBI in Florida over child sexual abuse material.
Russell Brand's barrister reports himself to watchdog over behaviour after verdict
Russell Brand's barrister has reported himself to a professional regulator over a clash with a journalist after his client was convicted of rape.
Russell Brand's barrister reports himself to watchdog over behaviour after verdict
Russell Brand's barrister has reported himself to the Bar Standards Board after an altercation with a journalist following the verdict.
Katherine Ryan feels 'grief and relief' over Brand guilty verdict
Comedian Katherine Ryan has said she feels "grief and relief" after Russell Brand was convicted of rape and sexual assault.
Met chief warns that 'policing will fail' without major reforms
Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley has warned that “policing will fail” without major reforms, including reducing the number of regional forces.
Double murderer given extra 22 years for historical sexual assaults
A former Royal Navy petty officer who is serving a life sentence for two murders has been jailed for a further 22 years for sexually assaulting three young naval recruits and a 14-year-old boy in the 1990s.
Kenyan doomsday cult leader jailed for 200 years over 191 murders
Cult leader Paul Mackenzie has been sentenced to a total of 200 years in prison for the murder of 190 children and one adult in the Shakahola Forest, on the Kenyan coast, between January 2021 and September 2023.
Monument Technology in talks about £20m funding round
A banking technology business which wants to become one of the industry's leading platforms is plotting a £20m fundraising as it seeks to expand globally.
Two men charged with murder after death of non-league footballer
Two men have been charged with murder after the death of a non-league footballer.
Premier League footballer sparks police operation after bow and arrow sighting
Newcastle United's Bosnian full-back Amar Dedic reportedly found himself at the centre of a major police response after he was spotted carrying a bow and arrows in the countryside.
Childminder who neglected more than 20 children jailed
A childminder who admitted to wilfully neglecting and abandoning children in her care has been jailed for two years.
Poundland owner seeks private MP session 'to avoid show trial'
Poundland's owner is seeking to give evidence to MPs in private next week as it seeks to avoid an evidence session on the discount retailer's fate turning into "a show trial".
Prison operator and health board admit criminal charges after death of inmate with COVID
A prison operator and an NHS health board have admitted criminal charges after the death of an imprisoned man who contracted COVID-19.
Two teenagers in court - with one accused of attempted murder - after five seriously injured at Halloween party
Two 16-year-olds have appeared in court after five boys were seriously injured at a party on Halloween.
Two 16 year olds charged after five boys seriously injured at Halloween party
Two 16 year olds have been charged after five boys were seriously injured at a party on Halloween.
Man jailed after he admitted murdering mother of seven 28 years ago
A man has been jailed for more than 10 years after he admitted to murdering a mother of seven who disappeared 28 years ago then disposing of her decomposed body in household waste.
Andrew made more than £2,000 a month subletting Royal Lodge cottages
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor received more than £2,000 a month from renting out three cottages at his former Royal Lodge home, a report by the public spending watchdog has revealed.
Two dead after bus carrying schoolchildren crashes in France, officials say
A seven-year-old girl and an 18-year-old boy have been killed after a bus crashed in eastern France, French authorities said.
Two dead after bus carrying school children crashes in France, officials say
One child and a young adult have been killed after a bus crashed in eastern France, French authorities said.
Brand faces 'significant' prison term after rape and sexual assault conviction
Russell Brand has been told by a judge that he faces a "significant custodial term" after being found guilty of rape and sexual assault.
Breakaway league LIV Golf to fold after filing for bankruptcy
Breakaway men's league LIV Golf is to fold instead of launching a new version because of a lack of financial support.
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Family of footballer who died after on-pitch collision pay tribute to him
Family, friends and teammates gathered for the funeral of the Spanish footballer who died following an on-field collision with another player.
Meghan's brother a 'person of interest' in child abuse image claims
Meghan Markle's half brother has been named as a "person of interest" in an investigation into child sexual abuse image allegations against the Duchess of Sussex's father.
Gunman suspected of killing six people in Polish city of Krakow has died, police say
A gunman suspected of killing six people including a British national in Poland on Saturday has died in hospital.
Henry Nowak's family react as his killer has jail sentence increased
Henry Nowak's family say they face a "life sentence of grief" and their "fight for justice is far from over" after his killer's jail term was increased.
Six killed in house fire in New York
Six people have died and at least nine others were injured - including three firefighters and two police officers - during a house fire in New York.
All death row inmates in California to have sentences changed to life in prison
Governor Gavin Newsom said he'll commute all death sentences in the state to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
British doctor with Ebola returns to UK for treatment
A British doctor who tested positive for Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo has returned to the UK for treatment.
PM reviewing decision to give UK military satellite system contract to US firm
Andy Burnham must settle a bitter battle on Earth between rival American and European companies over the future in space of a critical UK military satellite system.
Cristiano Ronaldo bows out from national team with emotional message
Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his retirement from international football.
'I'll die in prison,' says man who drugged and raped wife in case likened to Gisele Pelicot
A man who drugged and raped his wife for more than 20 years in a case likened to Gisele Pelicot expects to "die in prison for what he has done", a court has heard.
Poundland owner turns to Thames Water creditors' lobbying firm as political heat rises
The embattled owner of Poundland has parachuted in a team of top London lobbyists as it faces intensifying political pressure over the discount retailer's fate.
'Wild west' e-bike parking targeted
The government is seeking to end "wild west" e-bike parking and crack down on antisocial behaviour, such as riding on pavements.
Multiple European flights report bomb threats, days after string of similar alerts
Five flights travelling to various European destinations have reported bomb alerts, which in some cases caused the planes to be either diverted or escorted by airforce units.
Third person charged after police officer shot in foot in Nottingham
A 31-year-old woman has become the third person to be charged after a police officer was shot in the foot at a bus stop in Nottingham city centre.
Multiple bears may have killed mother and daughter in Canada
A mother and daughter have been killed in an attack in Canada that authorities say may have involved multiple grizzly bears.
Almost 75% of Britons view US as serious threat to global peace
Almost three-quarters of Britons believe the US to be a serious threat to global peace - more than double the figure from two years ago - according to a new survey.
UK agrees to 'time-bound' talks on harms of slave trade
The UK has agreed to engage in "structured, time-bound, inclusive and good-faith" talks that address the "historical harms" of the transatlantic slave trade, Commonwealth leaders have said.
New senator may have made a misstep in this viral video
All news is local now. I suppose that's one lesson from my encounter with Abdul El-Sayed.
Russia attacks Ukrainian aid hub in one of the deadliest strikes since war began
Russian strikes on an aid hub killed at least 40 people - making it one of Russia's deadliest attacks on Ukrainian civilians since the full-scale invasion began, officials said.
Three men arrested after suspected murder of non-league footballer
Three men have been arrested after the death of a "talented" and "inspirational" non-league footballer.
Health checks offered to residents near one of England's worst illegal waste sites
Dedicated health checks, including asthma and blood pressure assessments, are being offered to people living near one of England's worst illegal waste sites.
Goalkeeper involved in collision with Spanish footballer who died releases statement
A goalkeeper involved in an on-field collision with a Spanish footballer who died says he is "going through the most difficult days of his life".
Just 13% of UK teenage girls active every day, WHO figures show
Experts have warned that more needs to be done to boost the exercise levels of UK teenagers - with just 13% of teenage girls active every day.
Regulators to scrutinise Sky's £1.6bn ITV deal
Regulators will scrutinise Sky's £1.6bn deal to buy ITV's media and entertainment arm after the intervention of the culture secretary.
Tributes paid to celebrity hairstylist John Frieda who has died aged 75
Tributes have been paid to British celebrity hairstylist and beauty brand entrepreneur John Frieda who has died aged 75.
Seven arrests after paramedics attacked with fireworks and police van set alight
At least seven people have been arrested across Scotland after a police vehicle was set alight and officers and paramedics were attacked with fireworks.