39 m. ago Flights cancelled as powerful storm prompts rare red warning in New Zealand

Storm rips roofs from houses and leaves nearly 90,000 homes without power

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88 m. ago Storm Benjamin danger to life 70mph wind warnings come into force

The conditions may lead to flooding, power cuts and travel disruption

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4 h. ago New Zealand ‘mega strike’: 100,000 public sector workers demand better conditions

Teachers, nurses and public service staff among those walking off job and also pressing for more government investment in health and educationAn estimated 100,000 nurses, teachers and public sector staff walked off the job in New Zealand on Thursday to call on the government to better fund and resource public services, in one of the country’s largest ever strikes.The so-called “mega strike” brought together workers from multiple sectors, including more than 60,000 school teachers, 40,000 nurses and salaried medical specialists and 15,000 public service staff. Continue reading...

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6 h. ago 2027 holidays to five countries are already selling out due to rare total solar eclipse

On August 2, 2027, the Sun will 'go out' for up to six minutes. The incredible phenomenon will be most visible across North of Africa and parts of the Middle East

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7 h. ago Mum thought Taylor Swift's £75,000 donation to daughter's cancer appeal was a prank

Lilah Smoot, two, had a seizure at home and an MRI scan found she had a tumour on her brain which, although was removed, led to the diagnosis of a very rare cancer

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7 h. ago Storm Benjamin warnings come into force as wet and windy conditions hit UK

The Met Office has issued four yellow weather warnings over possible disruption on Thursday from Storm Benjamin, as named by Meteo France.

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7 h. ago Lesley Joseph struggling with 'tremendous guilt' over grandchildren

Birds Of A Feather star Lesley Joseph has made a rare family confession as she spoke about how her job affects being a grandmother

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9 h. ago Arne Slot confirms why Liverpool striker Alexander Isak was hooked off at half

Liverpool striker Alexander Isak was replaced at the halfway mark during the Reds' emphatic win in Germany and Arne Slot has provided an update on his striker's condition

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11 h. ago Marcus Rashford told condition for permanent Barcelona transfer after ‘fortunate’ move

Michael Owen believes that Marcus Rashford will earn a permanent move to Barcelona, with the former United player enjoying a revival at the Camp Nou since his switch in the summer

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12 h. ago Trump administration considering curbs on exports to China made with US software

Plan would include everything from laptops to jet engines, to retaliate against Beijing’s latest round of rare earth export restrictionsUS politics live – latest updatesThe Trump administration is considering a plan to curb a dizzying array of software-powered exports to China, from laptops to jet engines, to retaliate against Beijing’s latest round of rare earth export restrictions, according to a US official and three people briefed by US authorities.While the plan is not the only option on the table, it would make good on Donald Trump’s threat earlier this month to bar “critical software” exports to China by restricting global shipments of items that contain US software or were produced using US software. Continue reading...

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12 h. ago Bradley Cooper, 50, and Gigi Hadid, 30, look smitten on rare public outing as they mark two

Bradley Cooper and Gigi Hadid proved their age-gap romance was flourishing as they marked their two-year anniversary in NYC this week.

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12 h. ago Always tired no matter how much you've slept? It might not be laziness... it could be symptom of a rare condition

A new study has lifted the lid on what it feels like to live with chronic tiredness which no amount of sleep can shift.

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12 h. ago Four easy and cheap ways to keep your home drier to fight off black mould

CONDENSATION build-up in your home at this time of year can cause issues that hit you in the pocket. Humidity makes rooms feel colder, costing you more in heating, and can also provide conditions for problematic black mould to grow. Here are some easy and cheap ways to keep your home drier. WINDOW VAC: Condensation...

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12 h. ago Fifa joins up with trade union to promote ‘safe working conditions’

Five-year deal with Building and Wood Workers’ InternationalBWI has criticised Fifa for giving 2034 World Cup to Saudi ArabiaFifa has announced new measures for promoting “decent and safe working conditions” at its tournaments after agreeing a five-year partnership with trade union the Building and Wood Workers’ International (BWI).The BWI, which has been critical of Fifa’s decision to award the 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia, will now partner with world football’s governing body on conducting labour inspections in the Gulf state and elsewhere. The agreement will also incorporate training for workers and their representatives, and the creation of a “time-bound corrective action plan” that will ensure remedy for those workers who are exploited or otherwise impacted in their jobs. Continue reading...

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12 h. ago Fifa joins with trade union to promote ‘safe working conditions’

Five-year deal with Building and Wood Workers’ InternationalBWI has criticised Fifa for giving 2034 World Cup to Saudi ArabiaFifa has announced new measures for promoting “decent and safe working conditions” at its tournaments after agreeing a five-year partnership with the Building and Wood Workers’ International trade union.The BWI, which has been critical of Fifa’s decision to award the 2034 World Cup finals tournament to Saudi Arabia, will now partner with world football’s governing body on conducting labour inspections in the Gulf state and elsewhere. The agreement will also incorporate training for workers and their representatives, and the creation of a “time-bound corrective action plan” that will ensure remedy for those workers who are exploited or otherwise impacted in their jobs. Continue reading...

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12 h. ago Carol Vorderman makes 'burnout' admission as she's left 'lying on the floor crying'

Former Countdown presenter Carol Vorderman has opened up about her health battles, including a chronic condition that left her in tears and unable to move

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13 h. ago Covid Inquiry reveals ‘forgotten’ children left disabled by Long Covid

Long Covid Kids supports 7,000 children whose parents say they have been 'gas lit' by NHS, schools and social services, as the inquiry uncovered pandemic-era advice against diagnosing the condition

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14 h. ago Strictly Come Dancing star will 'take some beating' as winner 'decided'

The BBC One dance contest is in full swing and while it's still only a matter of weeks into the 2025 run, a winner has been 'revealed'

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14 h. ago Fifa strike agreement to ensure ‘safe conditions’ on World Cup construction sites

Human rights organisations have previously warned migrant workers will die in preparing Saudi Arabia to host the 2034 finals without major reform

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14 h. ago Sean Bean makes ultra rare appearance with wife as he returns to TV

Sean Bean looks to have finally found his happily ever after as he stepped out with fifth wife Ashley Moore. Here we look back at his previous weddings and love life

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