All news for 2023-08-26

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'I live in a makeshift shack on a pavement in a street - I'm happier than ever'
One woman built a makeshift home overnight in South London, and now she is happier than ever. But the council plans to remove her living situation as its an 'obstruction'.
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Workers develop a unique accent after living together for months in Antarctica
Isolated research teams in Antarctica were reported at the start and during their isolation in the frozen continent and found to have developed an all new accent
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Prem bosses warned Pep Guardiola is getting even better after treble success
Manchester City No.2 Juama Lilli, who will take charge of the champions at Sheffield United in Pep Guardiola's absence on Sunday, reckons the former Barcelona boss is still improving as a manager
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Dominik Szoboszlai sounds clear title warning to best pal Erling Haaland
New Liverpool recruit Dominik Szoboszlai insists the Reds are not planning to make up the numbers in the Premier League title race despite Erling Haaland and and Manchester City's dominance
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Most dangerous murderers to face mandatory whole-life sentences under new law
Steve Reed, Labour’s Shadow Justice Secretary said: “No one will take any lessons from this soft-on-crime Tory government."
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One dead and 46 injured in devastating explosion at petrol station in Romania
At least one person has been confirmed dead and dozens injured after a massive explosion at a petrol station in Romania, followed by another when the flames spread
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Jason Momoa goes full throttle in concert mosh pit as actor enjoys some downtime
Esteemed Hawaiian-born actor Jason Momoa has thrilled fans after going full throttle in a concert mosh pit as he appeared to be enjoying some downtime at a rock gig in Los Angeles
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Met Office issues yellow weather warning with parts of UK lashed by heavy rain
Up to 50mm of rain will lash across Northwest England, including Merseyside, overnight and into Sunday, Met Office predicts as August Bank Holiday lives up to its reputation
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Ben Pattison storms to world bronze medal three years after heart surgery
Britain had not won a medal in the men's 800 metres at the World Championships since Peter Elliott in Rome 36 years ago before big Ben struck
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'Tories only know price and profit - not the real value ticket offices have'
This Government seems hellbent on taking away everything of value the country has to offer and either giving it to the super-rich in the form of profit or throwing it in the bin
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Patrick Mahomes gains new secret Chiefs weapon with inspirational comeback story
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes watched excitedly as wide receiver Justyn Ross made a great touchdown catch on Saturday in the pre-season against the Cleveland Browns
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Sam Fender forced to stop Leeds Festival set amid medical emergency in crowd
Sam Fender was forced to take a break during his headline performance at Leeds Festival this evening, as a fan in the crowd received medical attention at Bramham Park in Yorkshire
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Prince Naseem Hamed's son wins first ever fight - and uses dad's famous nickname
Aadam Hamed will attempt to follow in his father's large footsteps and he enjoyed a winning debut on the undercard of Daniel Dubois' clash with Oleksandr Usyk
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Owners of dangerous dogs being spared jail after incidents, figures show
Campaigners have repeatedly called for tougher sentences on those found guilty of dangerous dog offences after an FOI has revealed just 12% received a jail sentence
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Emmerdale's Chloe Harris 'to die' as car plummets off cliff in horror crash
It looks like Chloe Harris - played by Jessie Elland - will end up losing her life in Emmerdale's Super Soap Week when the car she's in goes plummeting over a cliff
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'Alternatives to carbon capture technology are deeply unsexy but they work'
Experts say the 'carbon capture' technology touted by Rishi Sunak as a route to net zero while still burning oil and gas would prove to be a costly, risky white elephant
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Sadiq Khan hails ULEZ expansion as 'landmark day' for London
The zone will grow to include all London boroughs from Tuesday, which the London Mayor said would “ensure every Londoner breathes cleaner air.”
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Miley Cyrus opens up on Sinead O'Connor row as fans slam her for not apologising
Miley Cyrus has responded to the row she seemingly had with Sinead O'Connor back in 2013, with the daughter of Billy Ray Cyrus revealing she didn't know of the Irish star's fragility
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Horror Uber crash kills three passengers and leaves driver fighting for life
We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story
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'Bubbly' woman, 21, found dead after watching Britain's Got Talent with family
A 21-year-old Staffordshire woman was found dead at the end of her mother's bed after a night of watching Britain's Got Talent. Investigations continue into her death as tributes are paid.
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Rapist Met cop will still get £10,000 annual police pension due to 'loophole'
The former PC attacked a 16-year-old girl and repeatedly raped a female colleague, while bragging he was 'untouchable' - now the Mayor's office wants his pension stopped
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Vicky Pattison says she was told to 'push' Loose Women guests about to cry
The I'm a Celebrity winner was a panelist on ITV's Loose Women between 2015-2019 but said she often had to shake her head at producers' requests in her ears
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Seaside town branded 'chav paradise' with 'air of grubbiness' by angry visitors
Angry tourists have taken to google reviews raging about floating nappies and litter on Scarborough beach. Some urge visitors to ''carry on driving'' past the town, others say it has ''a great atmosphere''.
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Declan Rice's reaction to embarrassing Kai Havertz moment speaks volumes
Arsenal were held to a 2-2 draw at home to Fulham on Saturday, and big-money summer signing Kai Havertz had an afternoon to forget before being taken off early in the second half
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Inside Roxy Horner's swanky baby shower with sparkly crutches and maternity belt
Roxy Horner hosted a swanky 'last minute' baby shower in London on Friday as the British model prepares to welcome her first child with partner Jack Whitehall any day now