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Fiji journalist targeted after post on police corruption claims
The questioning of an investigative reporter in Suva arises as the Pacific nation deals with an increase in drug trafficking and considers declaring a state of emergency.
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UK plastic exports hit eight-year high as Turkey and Asia bear mounting environmental burden
Germany was the world’s largest exporter of plastic waste in 2025, sending more than 810,000 tonnes abroad.
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Hidden jail note fuels new doubts over Epstein’s death
A suicide note written by Jeffrey Epstein in jail has reportedly been kept secret for nearly seven years.
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‘Pit in my stomach’: mum reveals kids taught to hide from attacks at school
A mum-of-three has told the Mirror she gets a ’pit in my stomach’ every day when she drops her son off at school, where they are taught how to hide in case of an attack.
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Unexploded Nazi bomb sparks evacuation of 1,000 homes in Plymouth
An unexploded Second World War bomb which was found at a building site will be detonated in situ, officials have confirmed.
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Crisis engulfs foreign office as scandal, cuts and vacancies collide
Firing of chief Olly Robbins cut short a radical program to reform the once-prized Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.
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Former UK Attorney General Geoffrey Cox received £93,000 for work for a firm linked to Russian oligarchs Fridman and Aven
Former U.K. Attorney General Geoffrey Cox was paid £93,000 to provide legal services to a Luxembourg-based company whose shareholders include two sanctioned Russian oligarchs.
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Home Secretary announces £25 million security boost after Golders Green attack
The Home Secretary has unveiled £25 million for security after the Golders Green attack and admitted "words are not enough".
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Fatal crash near Oval station claims life of young cyclist in south London
A cyclist in her 20s has been killed following a crash with a lorry near a south London Tube station.
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Missing British influencer Rachel Kerr found safe after five-day disappearance in Morocco
Missing Brit model and travel influencer Rachel Kerr has been found and is back with family, her loved ones have confirmed.
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Ferguson and Andrew’s bond ‘shattered beyond repair’ amid Epstein fallout and memoir fears
Sarah Ferguson and the former Prince Andrew are reportedly experiencing a breakdown in their previously unusually close relationship following their divorce due to increasing pressure.
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Reform leader under investigation after failing to declare £5m donation for personal security
Nigel Farage has been referred to the Parliamentary standards watchdog after he admitted to receiving a £5m donation from a Thai-based billionaire to enhance his security.
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Britain’s inaction exposed as Russian ‘shadow fleet’ moves freely through its waters
Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s decision last month to let the British military board ships of Russia’s so-called "shadow fleet" has had no clear impact on the number passing through UK waters, a Reuters analysis shows.
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Massive fire engulfs Port Talbot as towering smoke plumes darken skies for miles
Shocking video footage reveals the enormous scale of a fire in Port Talbot. The incident occurred around 3.30pm on Wednesday at Dock Road, with thick black smoke visible as far away as Mumbles.
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Attacker hunts Jewish victims in Golders Green, stabs two before police Taser and arrest him
Counter-terror police are leading an investigation after two Jewish men were stabbed in Golders Green, north London.
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Letterbox firebomb plot against Farage exposed as mystery millions fund protection
Nigel Farage has revealed he was the victim of a firebombing attack at his home last year, as it emerged he was sent a ‘gift’ of £5 million by a supporter to go towards security.
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From seaside cottage freedom to royal duty: William and Kate’s life is now worlds apart from Anglesey days
As newlyweds exactly 15 years ago, life couldn’t have been more different for the Prince and Princess of Wales.
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David Haye plans £10m lawsuit against ITV over “damaging” I’m A Celeb edit
David Haye is planning to sue ITV for up to £10 million, according to claims.
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Two police officers hospitalised after car incident in Scottish town of Hamilton
A teenager has been arrested after two police officers were rushed to hospital following an incident in Hamilton.
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Swiss judges dismiss Karimova case, stalling wider probe into Lombard Odier bank
A court in Switzerland has dismissed money laundering proceedings against a daughter of the former president of Uzbekistan.
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BP profits surge to $3.2bn as volatile oil prices deliver trader windfall
Volatile energy prices have handed a windfall to BP in an early boost to efforts by its new boss to restore confidence in the oil major.
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Counter-terror police probe suspected arson at Iranian memorial in Golders Green
Counter-terror police are investigating a suspected arson attack at a memorial wall in Golders Green dedicated to Iranian people who have been killed by the country’s regime.
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Royals serve classic British afternoon tea to 650 guests on US state visit
The King and Queen attended a celeb-packed garden party on the first day of their State Visit, with the guests served a very British menu.
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Nuclear submarine risks kept secret as UK regulator sides with MoD over national security fears
The UK Information Commissioner is facing criticism for supporting the Ministry of Defence’s insistence on concealing issues with nuclear weapons due to growing threats from other countries. Secrecy allows "fake news" to fester, say campaigners.
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UK warned to prepare civilians for war with possible return of national service
A top government advisor has suggested that the UK should consider reinstating a mandatory national service.