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Thursday, February 29, 2024

Police did not notice dead dog walker had been shot

The 65-year-old man was killed on 17 February while walking his Labrador in Perthshire.

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Two children ran away. It took 13 years to get home again

The extraordinary story of Bablu and Rakhi who left home as children and grew up in orphanages.

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What are National Minimum Wage, National Living Wage and Real Living Wage?

Millions of workers in the UK will see their wages go up in April.

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The Papers: Cut to non-dom status considered and Harry court setback

The papers continue their build-up to the Spring Budget and also cover Prince Harry’s failed security funding bid.

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Why South Korean women aren't having babies

South Korea has spent billions to reverse its low birth rate, but some say it isn't listening to young women’s needs.

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Women remain defiant as Iran holds elections

Three women describe how they flout the hijab laws ahead of the first polls since nationwide protests.

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Dense fog transforms New York into a city on clouds

The fog seen on Tuesday morning was caused by easterly winds blowing over the cool waters of Long Island Sound.

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Monday, February 26, 2024

First edition Harry Potter book sells for £11k

An uncorrected proof copy of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone was bought in 1997.

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Biden hopes for Gaza ceasefire by next week

The US president says the warring sides are close to a truce but warns that "we're not done yet".

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The Papers: Hunt tax cuts warning and 'from Friend to Traitor'

A number of Tuesday's papers trail next week's Budget, while others report on the Tory Islamophobia row.

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By-election candidate received death threats - Reform UK

A video purporting to show the threat to Simon Danczuk has been posted on X by Reform UK.

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Sunday, February 25, 2024

'My bank manager stole $1.9m from my account'

Shveta Sharma accuses the bank manager at ICICI bank of pulling an elaborate con.

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Will your energy bills fall this year?

Electricity, gas and oil prices all face numerous pressures over the next 12 months.

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Welsh miners in Ukraine to repay 1984 strike help

A convoy drives 2,000 miles from south Wales to Ukraine to repay a 40-year-old favour.

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Saturday, February 24, 2024

When is the Budget and what will it mean for my money?

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt will set out the government's tax and spending plans in the spring Budget.

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Physician associate law may confuse patients - BMA

Plans for the doctors' regulator to license less-qualified health workers are under attack.

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Friday, February 23, 2024

The Creator's Gareth Edwards on shaking up Hollywood

The director behind Oscar-nominated sci-fi film The Creator says he adopted a "guerrilla" approach.

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Dowden's cancer check finds no evidence of disease

Amy Dowden took to social media to reveal her good news after being diagnosed with cancer.

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Ukraine says it downs second A-50 Russian spy plane

An A-50 aircraft is reportedly shot down over Russia, more than 200km from the front line.

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UK reaffirms Ukraine support on war anniversary

Saturday marks two years since Russian President Vladimir Putin launched his full-scale invasion.

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

Weekly quiz: What word did Emma Stone have trouble saying?

How closely have you been paying attention to what has been going on over the past seven days?

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Right-wingers need a bigger bazooka, Truss tells US

The UK's shortest-serving PM was speaking at the US's biggest annual gathering of conservatives.

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Rust armourer 'sloppy' before Alec Baldwin gun fired

But Hannah Gutierrez-Reed's lawyers instead seek to lay the blame for the fatality on Alec Baldwin.

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

The secret to my Mr Universe title? Potatoes and porridge

Mark Taylor finally took the coveted title after ditching a traditional bodybuilders' low carb diet.

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Fireball spotted in sky over Lincolnshire

The object was captured on camera as it streaked across the Lincolnshire sky on Monday evening.

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Monday, February 19, 2024

The Papers: Navalny wife blames Putin and US's move to block Rafah offensive

Stories about Alexei Navalny's widow vowing to continue his work, and the US moving to block Israel's Rafah offensive, feature on Tuesday's front pages.

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PM announces support for farming amid industry 'crisis'

Rishi Sunak is to unveil support for farming and food production, at the NFU's annual conference.

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Sunday, February 18, 2024

Navalny's life and future death captured in Oscar-winning documentary

The director of the 2022 Oscar-winning film speaks of his shock at the death of Alexei Navalny.

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Israel sets March deadline for Gaza ground offensive in Rafah

A war cabinet member says unless Hamas frees all hostages by 10 March an assault will begin in Rafah.

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Papua New Guinea ambush: More than 50 shot dead in Highlands region

The country has long struggled with tribal violence, but the killings are believed to be the worst in years.

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Saturday, February 17, 2024

Menton Lemon Festival: French Riviera town goes for gold in Olympics year

Menton's Lemon Festival is showcasing giant sculptures of athletes made of lemons.

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The Papers: Starmer 'attacks Trump' and 'No way back for Harry'

Comments by the Labour leader on Nato and Prince Harry's reported offer to return to royal duties lead the papers.

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Conjoined twins given days to live are proving everyone wrong

Marieme and Ndeye, seven, were not expected to survive for more than a few days after they were born.

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Friday, February 16, 2024

Week in pictures: 10-16 February 2024

A selection of striking images from around the world, taken over the past seven days.

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Avdiivka: Ukraine troops leaving embattled eastern town

Ukraine's top commander says he has acted to avoid encirclement by Russian forces in the town of Avdiivka.

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The Papers: Putin 'must pay for Navalny' and Harry reaches out

The reported death of Putin critic Alexei Navalny and a possible royal rapprochement lead the papers.

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

Will TikTok take Saltburn from bathtubs to Baftas?

The film, a viral streaming hit, marks a new era for audiences, viewing habits - and awards season.

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

The Papers: 'Worst antisemitism for 40 years' and 'NHS nurses crisis'

Antisemitic incidents rising by almost 150% in the UK and a nursing recruitment "meltdown" leads the papers.

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

Man with life-limiting condition 'stunned' council took back short break savings

A man with a life-limiting condition is "stunned" his council "clawed back" money for short break.

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'No-one was that good': Colleagues pay tribute to Steve Wright

Former colleagues have been paying tribute to the legendary DJ, who has died aged 69.

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Mansfield 9-2 Harrogate: Stags close in on top spot in League Two after club-record win

Mansfield close in on League Two's top spot as they equal the club's all-time record league win from 1932 by thrashing Harrogate 9-2.

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Monday, February 12, 2024

Why it's expensive to make music festivals greener

Music festivals need a lot of electricity, but plugging into greener sources is not easy or cheap.

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Newspaper headlines: Labour 'axes' candidate and 'Corrie Ken's £550k tax bill'

Labour's withdrawal of support for Rochdale candidate Azhar Ali and a Coronation Street star's debt leads the papers.

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Sunday, February 11, 2024

Wegovy, the 'Viagra' of weight-loss drugs flying off the shelves

How did Danish weight-loss treatment Wegovy become a global sales sensation?

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The Papers: Shapps' war on 'woke' Army and King's wave of hope

Monday's papers feature the defence secretary's concerns for Army culture and King Charles III's first outing in a week.

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Saturday, February 10, 2024

Lego super fan designs dream kit: A red phone box

John Cramp, 43, is living his childhood dream after beating thousands of entrants with his idea.

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Friday, February 9, 2024

Week in pictures: 3-9 February 2024

A selection of striking images from around the world, taken over the past seven days.

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Dinosaur Island: 40 years of discoveries on Skye

In 1984 the presence of dinosaur fossils in Scotland was confirmed for the first time.

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

King doing 'extremely well' after diagnosis, says Queen

The Queen says Charles is "very touched" by public messages after news of his cancer treatment.

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Zelensky sacks Ukraine's commander-in-chief Valerii Zaluzhnyi

Ukraine's president fires the popular head of the country's armed forces, General Valerii Zaluzhnyi.

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Labour MP says party lost Muslim voters' trust over Gaza

Shadow justice secretary Shabana Mahmood says Labour needs to "rebuild" relations with Muslim voters.

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Premier League darts: Michael van Gerwen beats Luke Littler in night two final in Berlin

Michael van Gerwen beats Luke Littler 6-5 in a thrilling final on night two of the Premier League in Berlin.

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

Divya Deshmukh: India chess player's Instagram post sparks sexism discussion

Divya Deshmukh's Instagram post has received support from thousands, including stars such as Susan Polgar.

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Has the Taylor Swift effect helped American Football in Scotland?

The East Kilbride Pirates - one of two women's teams in Scotland - would rather be on the field.

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Mobo Awards: Central Cee and Raye named best male and female acts

The Mobo Awards were held in Sheffield, celebrating the best of black music and culture.

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

Crypto scam: Man scammed out of six-figure sum gets money back

A man who lost his savings to a crypto-currency scam has had most of his money returned.

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Mike Freer: Man charged over threatening call made to MP

Tory MP Mike Freer has said he plans to stand down at the next general election over safety fears.

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Monday, February 5, 2024

Is Ireland's productivity boom real or 'artificial'?

Irelands hosts many multinational companies which makes calculating its true productivity difficult.

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What does the King's diagnosis mean for William, Harry and the other royals?

It's been a bleak midwinter for the Royal Family. Will the King's health news help to bring them together?

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Sunday, February 4, 2024

Ae forest pine marten poo count shows number growth

A "basic survey method" shows the creatures are doing well in two south of Scotland forests.

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Jockey Keagan Kirkby dies after fall at horse race in Kent

Tributes are being paid to Keagan Kirkby, who was riding when his horse ran into the side of a jump.

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Saturday, February 3, 2024

Village sign warns potholes could 'break your soul'

The road near Nantwich is riddled with potholes but the council says it will repair them.

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Afcon 2023: Mali 1-2 Ivory Coast - Oumar Diakite's 122nd-minute winner sends 10-man Elephants into semis

Ivory Coast produce another amazing Africa Cup of Nations escape act as Oumar Diakite's 122nd-minute winner sends the 10-man hosts into the semi-finals.

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The Papers: 'We'll hold Iran to account' and O'Neill 'steps into history'

Sunday's papers include an interview with Lord Cameron, as fresh air strikes hit Houthi targets in Yemen.

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Friday, February 2, 2024

US son allegedly shot and beheaded dad before YouTube political rant

Justin Mohn, 32, is accused of the murdering his father before posting a rambling video on YouTube

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

Newspaper headlines: Chemical attack manhunt and Gazza's plea to Rashford

Friday's papers have the latest on the search for a man accused of throwing a substance over a family.

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'The abuse never stops' - Lionesses to avoid social media

Alessia Russo and some of her England team-mates will not use social media during Euro 2025 because online abuse can be "really damagin...