All news for 2026-05-27

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One dead, nine missing after corrosive chemical tank collapses at Washington paper plant
A chemical tank holding nearly a million gallons of a highly corrosive liquid has imploded at Nippon Dynawave Packaging Co in Washington state, killing one person with a further nine missing.
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Tony Blair turns on Labour, warning Starmer is “playing with fire” over taxes, welfare and Net Zero
SIR Tony Blair today launches a devastating attack on Labour over tax hikes, welfare spending, and Net Zero — warning his party is “playing with fire”.
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King Charles keeps distance from Andrew as police inquiry deepens
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor may be hoping for some brotherly love - but judging by recent events, he will not be getting a check-up from his sibling, the King.
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UK household energy bills to rise after Ofgem announces 13% price cap increase
Energy bills will rise for millions after Ofgem announced a new 13 percent price cap, pushing average household costs higher.