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UK: Ringleader of banana-filled cocaine smuggling gang convicted
The ringleader of an organized crime group that tried to smuggle millions of dollars worth of cocaine into the U.K. via a container of bananas was convicted Wednesday, the National Crime Agency (NCA) reported.
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Greek Supreme Court Chief Prosecutor clears Intel service of spyware attack accusations
A Greek supreme court prosecutor said on Tuesday that no government agency was criminally liable for the illegal spyware attack rocking the Mediterranean country for more than two years, but only private individuals may be held accountable for minor offenses in a decision considered by critics as a cover-up.
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Insurance boss warns against using pensions to drive UK growth
Government must defuse ‘ticking timebomb’ of people not saving enough for retirement, says Royal London CEO
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Rolls-Royce to distribute £700 in shares to all staff as it makes a recovery
Aircraft engine maker’s share price hits record high as it restores dividend for first time in five years
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A lawsuit promises justice for Rio Tinto’s mining disaster in Bougainville, but some call it a cash grab
The Panguna mine made a fortune but left war and pollution in its wake. A new lawsuit backed by anonymous investors is now seeking billions in compensation – and raising concerns about who stands to benefit.
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How TikTok bots and AI have powered a resurgence in UK far-right violence
Experts warn growth of extremist influencers and ‘micro-donations’ could create even bigger wave of unrest
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Boy, 11, arrested on suspicion of arson; seven men charged over Hartlepool rioting
Police car was set on fire during Wednesday’s violent disorder, for which 12 people were arrested, in wake of stabbing attack in Southport
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Venezuela election: US recognizes opposition candidate Edmundo González as winner
US secretary of state Antony Blinken says there is ‘overwhelming evidence’ González beat Nicolás Maduro in last weekend’s presidential election
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Team GB confirm Adam Peaty’s Paris Olympics fate after swimmer caught Covid-19
Adam Peaty tested positive for Covid shortly after winning silver in his breaststroke final which has put his involvement in the mixed 4x100m medley relays in doubt
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Russia frees Evan Gershkovich and others in biggest prisoner swap since cold war
Several foreigners and Russian political prisoners released as Germany frees hitman Vadim Krasikov as part of deal
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Hezbollah chief says conflict with Israel is in ‘new phase’ after assassinations
Hassan Nasrallah calls for revenge at funeral of Fuad Shukr as does Iranian president at funeral of Hamas’s political leader, Ismail Haniyeh
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What is Hezbollah, the militant group poised for war with Israel?
Israeli leaders have said they did not want to escalate the conflict with the Lebanese group. They also said they were ready for any scenario.
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From Ukraine to Cambridge: How former Health Ministry official Mykhailo Zahriychuk is linked to the ’black transplantologists’ scandal
In June 2024, a scandal erupted in Ukraine involving the exposure of a large-scale scheme to export human anatomical materials abroad, in which former Deputy Minister of Health Mykhailo Zahriychuk was involved.
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Thugs brandish machetes, sparking violent brawl at family sports event
A number of people were injured when violence broke out between two groups who attended a Kabaddi tournament in Alvaston, Derby, last summer
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GPs vote to take collective action for first time in 60 years
GPs will choose from a series of options, including limiting the number of daily patients they see to 25 and refusing to share patient data, in opposition to a contract they have been offered.
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Casualties on Welsh roads fall after 20mph speed limit, figures show
Number of people injured and killed on 20 and 30mph roads from January to March reduced by more than a quarter
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Halla Tómasdóttir to be sworn in as Iceland’s seventh president
Finance entrepreneur becomes second woman to be elected head of state since independence in 1944
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Dual UK-Russian national ‘freed by Putin in largest prisoner swap since Cold War’
One of Vladimir Putin’s top enemies – who is a Russian-British citizen – will be released from a penal colony as part of a high-profile exchange of prisoners between Russia and the West, it is understood.
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Teenager Axel Rudakubana charged with stabbing three girls to death
The 17-year-old boy charged with the murders of three young girls during a knife rampage at a holiday club in Southport can now be named as Axel Rudakubana.
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Keir Starmer to hold emergency Downing Street press conference
Keir Starmer will address the nation at 4pm after gathering police chiefs in Downing Street after a second night of violence in the wake of the Southport tragedy
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US reporter Evan Gershkovich released by Russia in major prisoner exchange
Russia is releasing Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich and former Marine Paul Whelan as part of a major prisoner swap with the US
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’Grimy’ house listed for £1 sells for higher price after buyers see hidden potential
A rundown pair of flats which were listed at auction with a starting price of just £1 have sold for a mega six-figure fee after buyers spotted a hidden potential
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Eight people arrested as police end Hartlepool riots
Following an evening of violence in Hartlepool that saw police cars set on fire and officers bombarded with projectiles, Cleveland Police have now confirmed that order has been restored and eight people arrested
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Donald Trump claims Kamala Harris ‘happened to turn black’ from Indian heritage
Ex-President Donald Trump claimed that Kamala Harris ‘happened to turn black’ and attacked her racial identity in a heated panel.
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Three men accused of plotting 9/11 terror attacks reach plea deal
The three men accused of plotting the terror attacks on September 11 2001 have been given a plea deal after years in Guantánamo Bay, according to Pentagon officials
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