25 minutes ago US lawmakers urge Biden to pardon Assange to send ‘clear message’ on media freedom

Exclusive: James McGovern and Thomas Massie warn US president they are ‘deeply concerned’ the Wikileaks founder’s plea deal sets worrying precedentFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastPresident Joe Biden has been urged to pardon Julian Assange by two US congressmen who warn they are “deeply concerned” the Wikileaks founder’s guilty plea deal sets a precedent for prosecuting journalists and whistleblowers with espionage offences.James McGovern, a progressive Democrat from Massachusetts, and Thomas Massie, a libertarian Republican from Kentucky, wrote to the president with the bipartisan request to pardon the Australian publisher earlier in November. Continue reading...

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90 minutes ago Holly Willoughby plays a hilarious game in fun clip after relocating from her £3million mansion

The TV presenter, 43, moved out of her old property in September , two months after stalker Gavin Plumb was jailed for his kidnap, rape and murder plot.

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2 hours ago Firefighters show off their hunky figures while holding puppies in upcoming 2025 calendar

Hunky firefighters have stripped off their shirts and picked up adorable puppies for the country's most anticipated calendar.

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2 hours ago British teen, 18, facing 20 years in Dubai prison over holiday romance with girl, 17, was recorded by police as being a 19

Detained in Dubai campaigners claim Marcus Fakana, 18, from Tottenham, was targeted by Emirates police to ensure he receives a harsher punishment for having underage sex.

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3 hours ago Pictured: British head teacher of elite preschool who was arrested in Washington DC after he was caught requesting graphic videos of nine

James Carroll, 55, head of the exclusive £33,000 per year ($42,000) National Child Research Center has been charged with one count of attempted coercion and enticement of a minor.

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3 hours ago Shelley Kerr to lead Hearts’ male player development in groundbreaking move

Former national coach to make Scottish football historyShe will also assist B team and monitor coach progress Hearts will create Scottish football history by appointing Shelley Kerr, a former manager of the women’s national team, to a key position relating solely to the development of male players.The Edinburgh club are poised to confirm Kerr as their first technical development manager, giving the 55-year-old significant responsibility for the transition from academy to first-team football. Kerr will become the first woman to take on such a ­position at a major Scottish club. The Uefa pro licence holder will also assist with the Hearts B team and monitor the progress of coaches at the training base. Continue reading...

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3 hours ago Rapper Slowthai and a friend raped two women on a rooftop, court hears

Slowthai, real name Tyron Frampton, and co-accused Alex Blake-Walker - who was a friend of the musician and allegedly part of his entourage for the gig - are accused of raping the two women on a rooftop of a flat after Slowthai performed in Oxford in September, 2021

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4 hours ago Manchester United dealt Euro blow as they face UEFA Youth League challenge

Man United's youngsters were beaten 2-1 by AZ Alkmaar in the UEFA Youth League on Tuesday evening.

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5 hours ago Conor McGregor shares cryptic photos of himself outside court after losing civil rape case

The 36-year-old Irish UFC star is fighting to salvage his reputation after he lost a civil case brought by Nikita Hand, 35, who won almost €250,000 (£210,000) in damages.

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