32 h. ago Politicians urge Badenoch to ‘come clean’ after doubts cast on US medical school claim

Labour and Lib Dem MPs ask Tory leader to clarify how alleged offer of place came about after Stanford University staff raise questionsLabour and the Liberal Democrats have called for Kemi Badenoch to come clean about her claims of an offer from Stanford University at the age of 16, after former admissions staff said she had described an impossible scenario.Labour MP Peter Prinsley has written to the Tory leader saying she should lay out the specifics of how the alleged offer came about, given the doubts cast over her story. The Lib Dem education spokesperson, Munira Wilson, said Badenoch risked undermining trust. Continue reading...

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32 h. ago Badenoch urged to ‘come clean’ after doubt cast on Stanford University claim

Labour and Lib Dems ask Tory leader to clarify details of alleged offer after former admissions staff dispute accountLabour and the Liberal Democrats have called for Kemi Badenoch to come clean about her claims of an offer from Stanford University at the age of 16, after former admissions staff said she had described an impossible scenario.The Labour MP Peter Prinsley has written to the Conservatives leader saying she should lay out the specifics of how the alleged offer came about, given the doubts cast over her story. The Lib Dem education spokesperson, Munira Wilson, said Badenoch risked undermining trust. Continue reading...

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34 h. ago Starmer cannot have armoured electric Range Rover ‘because of bomb risk’

Jaguar Land Rover says ‘required safety levels cannot be achieved’ for EVs so PM must to stick to petrol versionWould-be car buyers considering ditching petrol for electric tend to fret – not always correctly – about higher upfront costs, access to chargers and whether their battery will last on long journeys.But Keir Starmer has an unusual obstacle to making the switch – Britain’s largest carmaker has claimed electric vehicles (EVs) do not offer adequate bomb protection. Continue reading...

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34 h. ago Jaguar Land Rover lobbied to exclude armoured cars from UK EV targets

Carmaker said ‘required safety levels cannot be achieved’ – meaning PM’s Range Rovers will not be made electricWould-be car buyers considering ditching petrol for electric tend to fret – not always correctly – about higher upfront costs, access to chargers and whether their battery will last on long journeys.But Keir Starmer has an unusual obstacle to making the switch – Britain’s largest carmaker has claimed electric vehicles (EVs) do not offer adequate bomb protection. Continue reading...

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36 h. ago Badenoch insists she received Stanford offer after report cast doubt on claim

The Conservative Party leader previously said she was offered a place and partial scholarship to study medicine at the prestigious US university.

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56 h. ago Doubts cast on Kemi Badenoch’s claim of US medical school offer

Stanford University staff and academic experts raise questions over Tory leader’s claim of place and partial scholarship offered at 16Doubts have surfaced over Kemi Badenoch’s claim to have been offered a place at a prestigious US medical school at 16, with admissions staff unable to recall the proposal and the university not providing the course.The Conservative leader has said in interviews that she was offered a place and a partial scholarship to study medicine – sometimes describing it as pre-medicine – at Stanford University in California, one of the most competitive in the US. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Woman sparks parenting debate after revealing stranger's kid stained her $200 jacket... Whose side are YOU on?

When Julia Austin, 36, from Los Angeles, posted a rant about it on TikTok, claiming that she felt like the child's mother should have offered to pay for her messed-up coat, it lead to a massive debate.

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3 d. ago Strictly star Kristian Nairn's past 'monster' drug use is 'revealed' after DJ's confession about 'hoofing half a kilo of cocaine up his nose' in memoir

The Game Of Thrones star, 49, recently announced that he had been forced to quit the new series of Strictly for medical reasons. There is no suggestion his exit was related to the drug use.

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6 d. ago Rogue trader warning issued as scam callers target Stirling residents on their doorsteps

Stirling Council has received reports of rogue traders cold calling at several households across the area, claiming to have connections to the council and offering exterior works at a reduced rate.

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7 d. ago Shoppers can secure Apple AirPods or a Ninja Airfryer for £9.99 with lesser

This offer is currently giving shoppers the chance to claim a cult-favourite gadget without spending more than a tenner

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8 d. ago Accusations of rape and cocaine 'abuse' are threatening to ruin Strictly. This is the very angry star behind the claims... and why they're on a revenge mission to destroy the show: KATIE HIND

I'm told that 'an immense amount of pressure' has been put on the BBC to oust the star as allegations swirl that they were seen taking cocaine by another member of the popular BBC dance show.

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8 d. ago NRL player Brandon Smith hit with drug supply and betting charges

South Sydney star issued with summons by Queensland Police29-year-old hooker set to appear in court on 18 SeptemberNRL star Brandon Smith has been charged with drug supply and using inside knowledge for betting.The South Sydney hooker was questioned by police when he arrived in Queensland ahead of their 10 August clash with Gold Coast, but released without charge.Ahead of AFL finals sign up for our free weekly newsletter Continue reading...

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9 d. ago Tonight's rugby news as Springboks star stood down after drug test and Wallabies dealt hammer blow

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1 week ago ITV star devastated Daniel York Loh after finding brother dead from drug overdose

I Fought The Law tells the true story of Julie Hogg, who was murdered by her ex-boyfriend

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1 week ago ITV star Daniel York Loh devastated after finding brother dead from drug overdose

I Fought The Law tells the true story of Julie Hogg, who was murdered by her ex-boyfriend

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1 week ago What happened to the original Wednesday Addams: Actress who first brought role to life suffered drug issues and married a porn star after losing her alcoholic mother as a teen

After gaining recognition for the macabre lead, the US actress's life in the spotlight endured a myriad of struggles, including drug addiction and four marriages - one of which was to an ex-porn star.

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1 week ago Trio of Scotland stars included in ‘Top 50’ list of the world’s best women’s players

Scotland international Emma Wassell has also offered her views on the rankings, claiming the three players should all feature higher up the list.

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2 w. ago Dark world of Matthew Perry 'Ketamine Queen' who gave star 'drug lollies' and ate caviar

Jasveen Sangha, known as the 'Ketamine Queen of Los Angeles,' has agreed to plead guilty to multiple drug charges tied to the death of Friends icon, Matthew Perry

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2 w. ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing cocaine scandal 'risks leaving show with big questions'

Strictly Come Dancing is being rocked by a cocaine scandal with two stars accused of drug use, but what damage could this cause in the lead up to the new series?

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2 w. ago Strictly 'cocaine scandal' leaves BBC bosses with 'tough question' as fears grow

An expert has warned that Strictly Come Dancing is facing an 'identity crisis' as the show is hit with fresh scandal just weeks before the start of a new series

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