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President Donald Trump has demanded that Alaska change its ballot after The New York Times reported that Democrats spent months trying to recruit a…
Putin hails Elon Musk as ‘genius’ weeks after Starlink access slowed down for Ukraine
Ukraine has relied heavily on Starlink throughout the Russian invasion but complained earlier this month of speed restrictions
Amid uncertainty over EU aid, Vitalii Kim insists Ukraine has no choice but to fight for motherland
François Picard is pleased to welcome Vitalii Kim, Minister for Veterans Affairs of Ukraine. “If Europe will not support us, we…
Martin Lewis delivers his Budget verdict with three key takeaways
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The Greatest Showman musical confirms dates for 2027 West End run
The stage adaptation of the hit musical arrives at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane in spring 2027
Adam Pearson reveals he was hit by car on way to Under the Skin audition
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Watch live: Budget 2026 announcement as John Healey addresses House of Commons
Watch live as John Healey is set to deliver his first Budget on Wednesday, 28 October, in the House of Commons.
New poll reveals how Britons feel about new senior doctors strike
The planned walkout comes after members of the BMA voted in favour of a mandate for industrial action in July
AmericasEx White House press secretary Zacharia says she was not prepared for ‘hostility’ in viral interview
Former White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia has spoken out about her “hostile” interview with Fox’s Sean Hannity.
Tiny UK island with just 28 residents saved from evacuation after torrential rain
Lundy Island was on the brink of closing due to dwindling water supplies, but heavy rain from Storm Austen has rescued the isle
Middle EastDove and Lynx prices rise as Unilever reveals soaring costs amid Iran war
The company said prices had ‘stepped up’ in the third quarter in response to soaring commodity costs
State ballot measures explained: The crucial local votes on abortion, wealth taxes, and election rules
While the battle for Congress in November's US midterm elections captures most of the attention, voters in more than three dozen…
How F1 will change in 2030s with new V8 engines introduced: ‘Watch this space’
The sport has faced intense criticism from drivers and fans alike after the introduction of electric batteries this season
Victorian caravan maker Essential Caravans enters voluntary administration
The Victorian manufacturer joins a string of caravan companies to have collapsed amid financial pressure in recent years.
Perth man jailed as magistrate calls for end to puppy farming
Jia Xu Dong is sent to prison after more than 100 puppies are found in "appalling" conditions during the height of summer, with several of them put…
PTSB in court, and health insurers’ €125m unpaid hospital bill
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A controversial rare earths and mineral sands mine planned for western Victoria receives a government funding boost,…
Barcelona fined by Spanish FA over Julian Alvarez pursuit after Atletico Madrid complaint
Julian Alvarez ended up staying at Atletico Madrid despite significant interest from Barcelona
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An attack with explosives near a bridge on Colombia's border with Venezuela injured at least four police officers in…
Putin urged to end Ukraine war as European leaders make rare contact
The leaders ‘stressed the importance of de-escalation’ to Putin as they expressed their unwavering support for Ukraine
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The Chancellor’s statement and US and Canadian rates decisions were weighing on investors.
US military says 5 were killed by a strike on an alleged drug boat in the eastern Pacific
The U.S. military says it has attacked a boat it accused of smuggling drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean
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The man is asking the High Court to prevent two news organisations from publishing the allegations.
Serial killer Ted Bundy linked to another murder as victim tally continues to grow
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Taylor Swift makes history with Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame induction
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AmericasFlávio Bolsonaro's passports cancelled after he fails to surrender them
The defeated presidential candidate is under investigation for alleged money laundering and barred from leaving Brazil.
Lula’s comeback puts brakes on Latin America’s rightward surge
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US Marine indicted for murder and robbery of woman in Japan
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US Marine indicted for robbing and murdering Japanese woman in Okinawa
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Middle EastReckitt trims sales outlook and reveals price hikes amid Iran war cost pressures
The London-listed group trimmed its group-wide annual revenue guidance to 3.5%-4.5% like-for-like growth within the core business.
Mecca pact nations hold talks with Iran to prevent renewed Middle East war
Senior officials from Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan held talks in Iran on Monday aimed at preventing renewed…
Israeli military breaks silence on purported feud with Netanyahu
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High-level delegation visits Iran to try to avert flare-up with US and Israel
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AfricaEgypt convicts Mada Masr editor in ‘draconian’ press crackdown
Egypt has consistently ranked as one the world's leading jailers of journalists since 2013
Ethiopia's Tigray rebels urged to disarm as commander vows to fight on
An official in Tigray’s federal-backed caretaker administration urged rebel fighters to disarm, hours after a rebel…
Sudan army drones hit mourners and fuel market killing more than 200 people, sources say
A truck carrying people to a funeral and a market alleged to be supplying fuel to the RSF were targeted.
Congo’s fast-moving Ebola outbreak spreads to eighth province
The Ebola outbreak in Congo has spread to an eighth province
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Kim Huybrechts shrugs off six-hour round trip for European Championship win
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