82 m. ago Takeaways from AP’s investigation of US death benefits program for public safety officers

A federal program that provides benefits to the families of police and firefighters who die and become disabled on duty is rapidly growing while facing criticism for increasing delays in deciding claims

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1 hour ago Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv repatriates more bodies of fallen soldiers amid major exchange with Russia

Ukraine says return in line with deal reached in Turkey while Russia hands over 1,200 bodies; Moscow claims capture of another Sumy village. What we know on day 1,207Ukraine has repatriated more bodies of fallen soldiers in accordance with an agreement reached during peace talks in Istanbul, Ukrainian officials said Friday. Ukraine’s Coordination Headquarters for the Treatment of Prisoners of War said Russia had returned 1,200 bodies, and “according to the Russian side, the bodies belong to Ukrainian citizens, in particular military personnel”. The repatriation of the bodies was carried out with the help of Ukraine’s armed forces, the country’s security service, the interior ministry and other government agencies, its statement said. Forensic experts would now work to identify the remains. The repatriation marks one of the war’s largest returns of remains.Russia says its forces have captured another village in Ukraine’s north-eastern Sumy region amid its ramped-up offensive there. M...

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1 hour ago SNP minister Mairi McAllan claims Scots don't like party members 'sniping' at John Swinney

Some Nationalists have questioned their leader's future after the party suffered a shattering loss at the recent Hamilton by-election.

Politics

3 h. ago Ryanair, Wizz Air, easyJet and Jet2 exact hand luggage sizes confirmed to avoid fines

Every major UK airline has strict size rules for hand luggage and passengers who exceed them can receive hefty fines

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4 h. ago Witness claims Prince William's billionaire pal said 'I've swallowed something' before he died after 'ingesting a bee' during polo match

Sunjay Kapur, 53, collapsed in front of horrified teammates during the game at Guards Polo Club in Windsor.

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5 h. ago Cannabis changed me, claims 'sword killer who hacked boy aged 14 to death after hallucinating that his cat was causing "Armageddon"', court hears

Marcus Monzo, 37, admitted that he had been using cannabis 'extensively' which had changed his personality and caused a mental health decline.

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5 h. ago Millions of patients to be treated by GPs instead of hospitals under radical reforms to cut NHS waiting list

NHS bosses claim half of the 135 million hospital outpatient appointments every year are 'pointless' and follow-ups and consultations could instead be done in high-street surgeries.

Science

5 h. ago Reporting service for DWP and HMRC claimants if someone dies

The Tell Us Once service allows people to report a death to the majority of government organisations in a quick and streamlined process

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6 h. ago Kerry Katona 'finds love on Celebs Go Dating with muscular toyboy'

Former Atomic Kitten singer Kerry Katona, 44, confirmed her break-up from Ryan Mahoney, 36, in November last year but it's claimed she's now found love again

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6 h. ago Moment furious Rory McIlroy launches his club in anger as US Open woes continue

After miscuing his second shot on the venue's par-five 12th, McIlroy couldn't resist launching his club in fury as he dropped to +8 - leaving him one shot behind the projected cut line.

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7 h. ago Remembering the British victims of the Air India plane crash

Here are the British victims of the deadly Air India plane crash, which claimed the lives of all but one of the 242 passengers onboard.

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7 h. ago Newly knighted Roger Daltrey said he ‘didn’t care’ about honour in 2022 interview

The Who frontman once claimed he had been ‘too critical of our leaders’ to be considered for the honour

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8 h. ago Law firm claims Pete Davidson and Colin Jost stiffed them in deal to buy Staten Island Ferry

Exclusive: ‘We tried to obtain payment from them without resorting to litigation, but our efforts were unfortunately unsuccessful,’ attorney Val Wamser told The Independent

Economics

8 h. ago Law firm claims Pete Davidson and Colin Jost’s company stiffed them in deal to buy Staten Island Ferry

Exclusive: ‘We tried to obtain payment from them without resorting to litigation, but our efforts were unfortunately unsuccessful,’ attorney Val Wamser told The Independent

Economics

8 h. ago Cause of death revealed for mum who died on 'dream holiday' to Turkey before 'heart removed'

Beth Martin, 28, became delirious on arrival to Turkey and sadly died the following day. Her family claim her heart was removed after death.

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9 h. ago Your Guardian Sport weekend: Club World Cup, US Open golf, tennis and rugby finals

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Sport

10 h. ago Full list of horror plane crashes in 2025 that have claimed the lives of 383 passengers

The latest fatal incident saw an Air India flight bound for London Gatwick crash shortly after take-off on June 12.

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10 h. ago 'I was meant to be on fatal Air India flight. Heavy traffic saved my life'

Bhoomi Chauhan said she felt 'numb' after hearing about the crash, which claimed the lives of hundreds of people

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11 h. ago BBC EastEnders' Kat drops 'secret meaning' behind wedding comments to Alfie

Soap fans think they've uncovered the 'secret meaning' behind a poignant quote Kat Slater made in her wedding vows to Alfie Moon, with Chris Clenshaw's era concluding.

Society

11 h. ago Labour minister admits he was wrong to claim most small boats migrants are 'babies, children and women'

Chief Secretary to the Treasury Darren Jones faced mounting criticism after his erroneous comments on BBC Question Time

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