78 m. ago Israel strikes notorious Tehran prison as attacks on Iran intensify

Direct hit on infamous Evin jail, known for holding political prisoners, sparks outrage in the Islamic republic

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2 h. ago Chelsea: Enzo Maresca faces Club World Cup selection dilemma as six stars face suspension

The Blues progression to the knockout stage is not yet confirmed ahead of a final group stage tie

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2 h. ago Stephen Robinson explains quality which could make St Mirren new boy Liam Donnelly 'invaluable'

The 29-year-old midfielder joins the Buddies following a spell at Kilmarnock.

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2 h. ago Man Utd 'begin talks' with Chelsea star Christopher Nkunku over transfer

Chelsea forward Christopher Nkunku has fallen down the pecking order under boss Enzo Maresca and Manchester United are now reportedly ready to give him an escape route from Stamford Bridge

Sport

2 h. ago Mauricio Pochettino handed huge boost ahead of USA's 2026 World Cup on home soil

The USA are set to host the 2026 World Cup and boss Mauricio Pochettino will be boosted by a state-of-the-art new training centre, which will open just before the tournament starts

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2 h. ago Uber and Lyft fighting against laws to make rideshare services safer in multiple states, according to reports

Threats to exit markets, in-app messages to riders and applying direct pressure to lawmakers are among the rideshare companies’ lobbying tactics

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3 h. ago Love Island bombshells slip curves into slinky dresses for star

Some of Love Island's biggest icons recently stepped out for an evening in Ibiza with Shein looking drop-dead gorgeous, with outfits ranging from plunging mini dresses to figure-hugging skirts

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3 h. ago Flight evacuating British nationals from Israel has departed, says Foreign Office – UK politics live

Foreign secretary David Lammy says further flights will follow in the coming daysBy the way, if you actually wanted to read the Modern Industrial Strategy document published by the government today, you can find it here.The government has just pushed out a joint statement from business leaders welcoming it, which says:The Industrial Strategy launched today marks a significant step forward and a valuable opportunity for the business community to rally behind a new vision for the UK – boosting confidence, sentiment, and enthusiasm for investment.From start-ups and small businesses to large corporates, businesses need a more attractive, stable environment that enables faster, easier, and more certain investment decisions.For too long high electricity costs have held back British businesses, as a result of our reliance on gas sold on volatile international markets.As part of our modern industrial strategy we’re unlocking the potential of British industry by slashing industrial electrici...

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3 h. ago Oldham takes first steps to transform grand old 'eyesore' in town centre

The first works on a town centre 'eyesore' has prompted speculation among the public.

Politics

3 h. ago Welfare reforms will lead to ‘appalling poverty’ – Labour MP

Andy McDonald asked for further evidence on how many people will lose out on Personal Independence Payments (Pip) as a result of welfare reforms.

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3 h. ago ‘People like happy endings. Sorry!’ Squid Game’s brutal finale hits new heights of barbarity

As the shockingly violent anticapitalist hit returns, its star and creator talk about spinoffs, the dangers of desensitisation, David Fincher’s mooted remake – and why they couldn’t say no to tie-ins with McDonald’s and UberWhen season two of Squid Game dropped, fans were split in their response to Netflix’s hit Korean drama. While some viewers loved the dialled-up-to-11 intensity of everything – more characters, more drama, more staggering brutality – others found the tone relentlessly bleak. And this was a show whose original concept – a cabal of rich benefactors recruit poor people to compete in bloodsports for cash – was already plenty dark. Anyone hoping the show’s third and final season, arriving this week, will provide a reprieve should probably just rewatch Emily in Paris instead.“The tone is going to be more dark and bleak,” says series creator Hwang Dong-hyuk, through an interpreter. “The world, as I observe it, has less hope. I wanted to explore questions like, ‘What is t...

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3 h. ago Partner of charity boss found dead after rescuers attended a gas explosion is remanded in custody over 'murder and arson'

Clifton George, 44, was charged after Annabel Rook, 46, was discovered fatally injured with multiple stab wounds in the living room of a house in Stoke Newington, North East London, on June 17.

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3 h. ago Family in direct plea to missing woman after man arrested on suspicion of murder

Reanne Coulson, 34, was last seen in Coventry in May and concerns were raised by her family after she failed to make contact on her birthday.

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3 h. ago What are the most expensive weddings ever as Jeff Bezos & Lauren Sanchez prepare to tie the knot

Here we uncover some of the world’s most expensive weddings

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4 h. ago Diablo 4 Season 8 end date – when the game steps into a new and mysterious content drop

The Diablo 4 Season 8 end date is fast approaching, meaning fans don't have long left to complete the content on offer before the ninth season begins in earnest

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4 h. ago Prince William's new 'polished' and 'statesmanlike' birthday portraits emphasise 'duty and leadership'

The portraits released to mark Prince William's recent 43rd birthday were notably different to the image shared last year - and this was no accident according to a branding expert.

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4 h. ago Red Bull chief Christian Horner fires dig at rival F1 bosses as Ferrari stance clear

Christian Horner has confessed that respect among the current crop of team principals isn't what is was when he began as he ruled out the prospect of him swapping Red Bull for Ferrari

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4 h. ago 'Stephanie Davis and her boyfriend were besotted by each other

EXCLUSIVE: Shelley Spadoni opens up on the day she met Stephanie Davis and her now ex for an exclusive photoshoot and interview - and her shock at how things have turned out

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5 h. ago Dermatologist shares one thing you must do to skin regardless of weather

Dr Mamina Turegano has warned people to always complete one skincare step in cloudy weather – as the sun's rays can still penetrate and cause damage to your skin

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5 h. ago Manchester United 'step up interest in Ollie Watkins' as £44.5m striker alternative emerges

United have missed out on Liam Delap and Viktor Gyokeres move appears unlikely

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