42 m. ago Thousands of Cubans struggle without power and water nearly a month after Hurricane Melissa

Thousands of Cubans remain without power, water or proper shelter almost a month after Hurricane Melissa pummeled the island’s eastern region as one of the strongest Atlantic storms in history

Politics

52 m. ago ‘Drone operators are hunted. You feel it from your first day’: the female pilots on Ukraine’s frontline

As casualties mount, recruitment is expanding. Three women talk about why they signed up for a brutal combat environmentWomen have been involved in Ukraine’s drone operations since the early months of the full-scale invasion, but as shortages in the military increase their presence has grown, particularly in FPV (first-person-view) attack units.Casualty figures are not disclosed but widely understood to be high, and Ukraine is becoming reliant on civilians to fill roles that once belonged to trained military personnel. A short but intensive 15-day course is given to a trainee operator for frontline deployment, a turnaround that reflects the urgent need.Indoor and outdoor training courses set up for trainee pilots at a drone school Continue reading...

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83 m. ago Heartbroken mum of young Stirling footballer praises community over memorial fundraiser

Lauchlan Thomson, 11, passed away earlier this month while undergoing treatment for leukaemia - with his club and others helping to raise more than £11,000 for the hospital which cared for him.

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91 m. ago Vitamin supplements with high levels of B6 will be removed from general sale in Australia – here’s what you need to know

As the Therapeutic Goods Administration takes action, what should you do until the rules come into force?Australia’s drug regulator has ordered that supplements with high levels of vitamin B6 be removed from general sale in response to hundreds of reports of nerve damage and other side-effects linked to long-term use.From June 2027 any vitamin B6 product containing more than 50mg in each recommended daily dose will be moved behind the pharmacy counter. The recommended dietary intake of vitamin B6 for a healthy adult is just 1.3mg to 1.7mg a day. Continue reading...

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95 m. ago Richard Branson's final picture with beloved wife Joan as he says 'heartbroken'

Richard Branson purchased a private island, which he has said he owes to Joan, two years after the couple met - they were set to celebrate their 50th anniversary in only three months time

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95 m. ago Richard Branson's final picture with beloved wife as he says 'everyone needs a Joan'

Richard Branson purchased a private island, which he has said he owes to Joan, two years after the couple met - they were set to celebrate their 50th anniversary in only three months time

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1 hour ago Paige Spiranac opens up on 'death threats in my DMs' and 'restraining order' after cheating scandal

Golf star Paige Spiranac revealed she received 'tens of thousands of death threats' after being accused of cheating in a golf tournament, and reiterated that she didn't intend to break any rules

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2 h. ago Calls for sex attack migrants to be chemically castrated after trio smashed into Italian couple's car and forced man to watch as they raped his 18

Firebrand anti migration MP Matteo Salvini spoke out as a wave off revulsion swept the country as sickening details of the horrific incident were revealed by police.

Events

2 h. ago Gene Hackman's priceless movie memorabilia sells for mammoth amount nine months after tragic death

The Hollywood star's estate is selling the belongings nine months after Hackman, 95, and his wife Betsy Arakawa, 63, were found dead at their Santa Fe, New Mexico, home.

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2 h. ago ‘I love my country. I don’t want to leave’: readers reflect on the exodus from New Zealand

As people continue to move away in record numbers, readers share their reasons for leaving and contemplate life in New ZealandIn the past year, tens of thousands of New Zealanders have left the country, surpassing the last spike in 2012 and raising fears of a “hollowing out” of mid-career workers. Guardian readers share their experiences on why they left – or are thinking of moving out of New Zealand. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Brit who came second to 'biological male' in World's Strongest Woman competition speaks out over 'trans rival's dishonesty and deception'

Controversy soon swirled around Booker and her win, leading the Official Strongman Games to release a statement and officially disqualify her, and strip her of her title.

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3 h. ago Comedian announced as fifth celebrity confirmed for Strictly Christmas special

The 39-year-old actor and podcaster revealed he used to dance in college

Politics

3 h. ago Furious backlash over Lammy's 'Star Chamber' plans to scrap jury trials for most crimes: Lawyers slam secret justice 'stitch

The Deputy Prime Minister faced a furious backlash after a leaked memo revealed the biggest shake-up in the criminal justice system for 800 years.

Society

4 h. ago Sir Elton John, 78, says the last 15 months have been 'challenging' as he issues health update on his 'devastating' battle with blindness

Sir Elton John has admitted the last 15 months have been 'challenging' amid his battle with blindness.

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4 h. ago Expert reveals the 9 travel spots that aren't nearly as glamorous as they seem

Avid traveller Adam Kelton has revealed nine world-famous hotspots - from a popular New York City location to one of Italy's most iconic landmarks - that often leave visitors underwhelmed. 

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5 h. ago Stranger Things star makes admission after performing Grease

Millie Bobby Brown also revealed that British singer Raye sang at her wedding to Jake Bongiovi, son of Jon Bon Jovi

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5 h. ago Millie Bobby Brown broke down in tears on Stranger Things set after being devastated

Actress Millie Bobby Brown has revealed she wept on the set of Stranger Things as filming for the final series ended. The star is sad the show is ending after five series

Politics

5 h. ago Teenager Anna Kepner found dead on Carnival cruise ship was victim of homicide

The death of Anna Kepner, from Titusville, Florida, on a Carnival Horizon ship earlier this month has drawn international attention and sparked intense speculation on social media

Events

5 h. ago Former I'm A Celebrity star praises Alex Scott for sneaking salt into camp and reveals how contestants manage to get contraband past the SAS

The footballer, 41, faced the wrath of bosses on Monday night's episode, after she was caught using smuggled sachets of salt to season the food in camp.

Culture

6 h. ago Enzo Maresca reveals why Chelsea stars must 'switch off' after beating Barcelona in Champions League

Chelsea have kicked off a massive week with a statement win over Barcelona in the Champions League

Sport