90 m. ago American rapist who faked his own death to avoid charges attacks victims in sick courtroom outburst

The American man who faked his own death and fled to Scotland under a false identity to avoid jail has officially been sentenced to two prison terms for rape.

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3 h. ago ‘Beautiful yet mercurial’ fen orchid brought back from brink of extinction

The orchid’s increasing population in Britain is a bright spot in otherwise ‘stark picture’ for British wild plants, the latest Red List shows.

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3 h. ago Arne Slot thrilled as Liverpool beat ‘incredible’ Real Madrid

Alexis Mac Allister’s header and a fine defensive display secured three points in the Champions League.

Politics

4 h. ago UPS plane crashes near Louisville international airport in Kentucky

Local police reporting unknown number of injuries as plume of smoke visible south of airport just before 5.30pmA plane has crashed near Louisville international airport in Kentucky, with local police officials reporting an unknown number of injuries.A UPS flight took off from the airport and crashed around 5.15pm local time, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. Continue reading...

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4 h. ago EastEnders fans left 'confused' as Harry Mitchell faces death after kidnapping

EastEnders viewers were left scratching their heads on Tuesday as they spotted a glaring error as Harry Mitchell was finally rescued

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4 h. ago EastEnders fans spot glaring 'error' in Harry Mitchell's kidnap plot

EastEnders fans were left confused during Tuesday's episode over Harry Mitchell's kidnap and his rescue by Kojo, George and Teddy

Sport

4 h. ago American Airlines announces cuts to management at its Texas headquarters

American Airlines has announced plans to cut a small number of management and support roles, mainly at its headquarters in Fort Worth, Texas

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4 h. ago Major school changes as parents given chilling warning over child safety

Primary school children will be taught how to spot fake news, deal with money and about the climate crisis under a major shake-up of the school curriculum published today

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5 h. ago Two airports in Belgium shut down after drones are spotted flying overhead 

'There are no flights departing or arriving due to suspected drones,' a spokesman for Brussels Airport told local media.

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5 h. ago Kentucky official forced to remind residents they can’t vote in NYC and Virginia elections: ‘We do not have elections today’

‘Have I mentioned my repeated call for civic education,’ said Kentucky Secretary of State Michael Adams

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6 h. ago Mapped: Where 800,000 pensioners missed out on the winter fuel payment

Pensioners in rural areas are missing out the most, new analysis reveals

Economics

6 h. ago Radiohead fans ‘incredibly excited’ for band’s first live show in seven years

Crowds gather outside Movistar Arena in Madrid for first concert of European tour that sold out in minutesAn hour or so before the sun rose over Madrid, Francesco Puddu staked out a prime spot in front of the city’s hulking Movistar Arena. He was among the first Radiohead fans to arrive at the venue, buzzing with expectations for the British band’s first live show in seven years, kicking off a 20-date European tour.“I’m incredibly excited. Like, I don’t think it’s real,” said the 27-year-old, who had travelled from Italy. “It’s been so long that even if they play the same song 20 times in a row, I’ll be happy.” Continue reading...

Culture

7 h. ago 'Arrogant' solicitor 'sexually abused clients in police station and court cells'

Alan Harris, 71, is alleged to have sexually assaulted a number of his clients at a police station and court - he faces 30 charges in total, and denies the charges against him

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7 h. ago Mikel Arteta's genius decision against Slavia Prague proves they'll be fine without Gyokeres

Arsenal have maintained their 100 per cent record in the Champions League and Mikel Arteta's genius decision proves they'll be alright without Viktor Gyokeres

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7 h. ago Police called after ‘lion’ spotted roaming around woodlands but they found something different

An initially unidentified animal was caught on camera prowling through woods last week - but thankfully it wasn't the blood-thirsty beast some thought it could be

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7 h. ago New Scotland 2026 away kit leaked as ‘retro and bold’ design with never before seen colour leaves fans divided

SCOTLAND haven't yet booked a spot at the 2026 World Cup. But we now seemingly know what our heroes will be wearing if they get there - and fans can't their minds up on it. Scotland are hoping to make it to a first World Cup since 1998. Boss Steve Clarke named his squad this...

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8 h. ago Astonishing moment Miss Universe winner storms out of this year's event after pageant president reprimands Miss Mexico and tells security to remove her for not showing 'respect'

Victoria Theilvig walked out of the sashing ceremony at the Miss Universe delegates' hotel in Thailand after a senior official berated Melissa Flores Bosch in front of other beauty queens.

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8 h. ago Border Patrol official behind Chicago immigration crackdown defends tactics as Trump cheers

The Border Patrol leader who’s behind an aggressive immigration crackdown across the Chicago area is applauding his agents’ use of force and aggressive tactics

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8 h. ago Sarah Ferguson splurged £4m on wild spending habits and is now homeless

Sarah Ferguson has found herself without a home after she and ex-husband, Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, have been officially booted out the Royal Lodge by King Charles

Economics

9 h. ago College appeals ruling blocking Miami land transfer for Trump presidential library

The board of a South Florida college is appealing a judge’s ruling temporarily blocking officials from giving away a parcel of prime Miami real estate so it can be used for President Donald Trump’s future presidential library

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