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Andrew’s trade envoy appointment now at centre of widening Epstein-linked investigation
The late Queen was ’very keen’ for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor to be the UK’s trade envoy, according to documents that reveal the former duke demanded trips to ’more sophisticated countries’ and the ballet.
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“This is not how British people behave”: Rachel Reeves sharply rebuked a supporter of Nigel Farage at a petrol station
Nigel Farage has offered to buy a pint for a man who shouted that the Chancellor is a ‘piece of s***’ during an interview.
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Britain records sharp decline in migration as overseas worker and student numbers drop
UK net migration has fallen to its lowest level since 2021, with figures comparable to pre-Covid levels, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) has said.
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Radio Caroline apologises after rogue computer error falsely announces death of King Charles III
Established in 1964 to challenge the BBC’s broadcasting monopoly, Radio Caroline previously operated from ships off the English coast.
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"Sunshine and cardamom": Meghan Markle’s lifestyle brand mocks romance with $64 candle
It smells like sunshine, blue skies and love and laughter, apparently. And it’s all in aid of her and Harry’s eight years together.
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Farage offers heckler a pint after man calls Rachel Reeves a "piece of s*" on camera
Nigel Farage has offered to buy a pint for a man who shouted that the Chancellor is a ‘piece of s***’ to her face.
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RAF spy plane forced into emergency alert after dangerous Russian intercept over NATO airspace
British defence chiefs have blasted “dangerous” Kremlin warplane crews whose fighter jets came within metres of a UK spy plane guarding NATO territory against attack.
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EU prosecutors probe €3.5m Romanian farm subsidy fraud involving 237 fake applications
European prosecutors are investigating 22 individuals over alleged subsidy fraud involving non-repayable EU funds meant to support small farms and young farmers in Romania.
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Sarah Ferguson’s business partner accused of weaponising royal ties in failed £9m startup scandal
Sarah Ferguson’s close friend and business partner, Manuel Fernandez, used his Palace connections to threaten a worker with jail, according to a recording obtained by the BBC.
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Russia-linked "shadow fleet" could cripple Britain’s energy and data lifelines in the North Sea
Britain’s critical energy and communications infrastructure in the North Sea is dangerously exposed to possible sabotage by Russia-linked “shadow fleet” vessels, a defense expert has warned.
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€3.7bn Swedish frigate deal goes to Naval Group as Europe’s naval arms race intensifies
Sweden has selected France’s state-owned Naval Group to manufacture four warships worth around Skr40bn (€3.7bn).
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Leeds water taxis go premium as £3.50 fares replace bargain commuter era amid dock estate sale chaos
The bright yellow hulls have become as much a part of the city’s identity as a pint of Tetley’s or a Saturday afternoon at Elland Road.
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Connolly and King Charles pave way for rare British royal visit to Ireland
On Monday, Irish President Catherine Connolly stated that Charles had “graciously” accepted an invitation to Ireland after the two heads of state met at Buckingham Palace.
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Fresh Epstein-linked abuse claims trigger new UK police investigations
Surrey Police are investigating two new, separate allegations of non-recent child sexual abuse following the release of the Epstein files this winter.
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Millions in federal subsidies flow to Alaska telecom run by convicted tax evader
At the beginning of his three-year federal prison sentence for felony tax evasion, Roger Shoffstall lost his telephone privileges when a guard caught him running his small Alaska phone company from behind bars.
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Epstein lawyer says Prince Andrew’s denials are “baffling” after claims he stayed for weeks at sex offender’s home
While sifting through endless paperwork in preparation for a hearing on the mishandled release of government files regarding Jeffrey Epstein, the name Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor caught the attention of a lawyer representing the victims of the paedophile.
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Prince William plans £500m land sell-off to tackle Britain’s housing crisis
So, now we know Prince William is as good as his word. Last year, in a wide-ranging interview with actor Eugene Levy, he explained how things would be different when he succeeds his father.
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Fourth case of meningitis confirmed as a Reading junior school pupil
There has been a fourth case of meningitis in Reading, with a junior school pupil in the area “recovering well” from the illness, health officials said.
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Met Police roll out Operation Sallus to improve enforcement of domestic violence protection orders
As officers arrive outside a Victorian terraced home in east London, they take note of the number plate of the car parked on the driveway.
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Elite cricket coach sues for £200,000 after being crushed by bowling machine at £45,000-a-year private school
An elite cricket coach is seeking more than £200,000 in compensation after being crushed by a heavy bowling machine during a training session at a prestigious £45,000-a-year private school.
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London Tube strikes called off at the last minute as union and TfL reopen talks
The Tube strikes planned for tomorrow and Thursday by London Underground drivers have been called off, the RMT union has announced.
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Met investigates hate crimes after rival London protests draw tens of thousands
The Metropolitan Police is investigating alleged hate crimes at both major protests in London as officers are still searching for seven suspects from the pro-Palestine Nakba Day rally.
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Sleeping guards and missing officers spark investigation into King’s security team
Officers from the Met Police’s Royalist and Specialist Protection team responsible for security at Windsor Castle are being investigated amid claims they fell asleep on the job.
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Nine injured after police chase ends in horror crash in east London
Nine people have been injured after a car being pursued by police crashed in east London.
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British carmakers pivot to war economy with scramble for Army 4x4 contract
Jaguar Land Rover and General Motors are considering an expansion into UK defense via a £900m military contract, as carmakers seek to exploit a spending boom by NATO countries racing to rearm.