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US lawmaker proposes using ‘letters of marque’ to combat overseas crypto criminals
US Representative David Schweikert has introduced legislation granting the President authority to act against crypto criminals operating abroad.
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Scottish screenwriter Paul Laverty arrested in Edinburgh over T-shirt linked to banned group Palestine Action
The award-winning Scottish screenwriter Paul Laverty has been arrested in Edinburgh for wearing a T-shirt that allegedly referenced the banned protest group Palestine Action.
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Massive fire at Leicester scrap yard sends smoke billowing across city
Eight fire engines and several specialist appliances are addressing the blaze at a recycling and scrap metal site in Leicester, with a huge plume of thick smoke billowing across the city.
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Vandals destroy cricket pitch in South London, sparking community outrage
Vandals have damaged a cricket pitch in south London, causing outrage among local residents.
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150 tonnes of rubbish cleared on first night of Notting Hill Carnival
An estimated 150 tonnes of rubbish was cleared from the streets on the first night of Notting Hill Carnival, following a day of parade, music and dancing.
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Helicopter crashes into field on Isle of Wight, one airlifted to hospital
According to emergency services, one person has been transported by air to the hospital after a helicopter crash-landed in a field on the Isle of Wight.
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UK bus drivers threaten strike over pay and working conditions
Bus drivers throughout Britain might go on strike as unions and operators continue to disagree over pay and conditions.
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Three people seriously injured after a rickshaw and bus collision in central London
A rickshaw driver and two passengers have sustained critical injuries after being hit by a bus in central London.
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Virginia Giuffre’s memoir to be released months after death with new claims on Epstein circle
Virginia Giuffre, the woman who accused Prince Andrew of rape, wrote a memoir, which will be published posthumously in only a few weeks.
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Hot air balloon makes dramatic street landing in Bedford
A hot air balloon made a dramatic landing in the middle of a street in Bedford on Saturday in front of shocked residents.
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Court of appeal icreases dozens of sentences for sexual offences amid public pressure
Ministers have pledged to deliver "the justice they deserve" to victims of sexual violence as statistics indicate that a growing number of sentences for these crimes in England and Wales are being returned to judges for being excessively lenient.
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Government to scrap most short prison sentences and introduce Texas-style early release scheme
Legislation that includes a Texas-style scheme to reduce jail time is expected to be introduced this year
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Home Office plans new commission of adjudicators to replace judges in asylum appeals
Yvette Cooper will stop judges from hearing appeals from rejected asylum seekers as part of government plans to clear the backlog of claims more quickly.
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Angela Rayner buys £700k Brighton flat as third home amid housing row
Deputy PM Angela Rayner has spent more than £700,000 on a luxury seaside apartment — her third home.
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Fairground worker dies after head injuries in Whitley Bay funfair accident
The man died after suffering after suffering serious head injuries in a ‘workplace accident’ on a ride at the Spanish City Summer Funfair in Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear, police said
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Whitley Bay funfair suspended after ride incident
A funfair was closed after emergency services hurried to the location following reports of a person being "seriously injured" on a ride.
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Over 100,000 UK workers switch to full-time four-day week since pandemic
More than 100,000 workers in the UK have switched to a full-time four-day week since the pandemic, further signaling a revolution in the world of work inspired by Covid, according to an analysis.
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Clashes erupt at migrant hotels as 30 anti-immigration protests sweep UK
Protesters are clashing with police outside of migrant hotels up and down the UK with with more than 30 demonstrations this weekend.
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Ghislaine Maxwell claims Prince Andrew never slept with Virginia Giuffre
Ghislaine Maxwell has asserted that Prince Andrew did not have sexual relations with Virginia Giuffre, as indicated by a newly released transcript.
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Army to double Sky Sabre missile launchers in £118m defence boost
The Army will double its fleet of air defence missile systems in a £118 million deal aimed at strengthening Britain’s protection against cruise missiles and drones, the Ministry of Defence has announced.
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Man charged after RAF Brize Norton break-in linked to Palestine Action
A man has appeared in court charged with offenses related to a break-in at RAF Brize Norton, which was claimed by Palestine Action.
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British Airways steward Haden Pentecost found naked and on drugs in plane toilet
A British Airways flight attendant was found high on drugs and completely naked in an onboard toilet during a flight from California to London, a court heard.
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Royal Mail delayed delivery of quarter of first class mail after Daniel Kretinsky’s takeover
Royal Mail missed its targets by delivering nearly a quarter of first-class mail late in the first update since its parent company was bought by a Czech billionaire, figures show.
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Actor Noel Clarke loses libel case against the Guardian over misconduct allegations
Actor Noel Clarke has lost his libel case against the publisher of the Guardian newspaper over multiple allegations of sexual misconduct against the former Doctor Who star.
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Met police make 100 arrests and seize weapons ahead of Notting Hill Carnival
In an effort to deter those who "pose the greatest risk" to the safety of Notting Hill Carnival this weekend, dozens of people have been arrested.
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