87 m. ago Setback for Europe after Trump insists Ukraine has ‘immediate’ peace talks with Russia

Zelenskyy had no choice but to accept Putin’s invitation to talks, diplomats sayEurope live – latest updatesDonald Trump’s social media post insisting Ukraine must immediately start peace talks with Russia has set back, and possibly jeopardised, Europe’s carefully laid plans to persuade the US to impose sanctions on Moscow for refusing the US president’s proposal for a 30-day ceasefire, European diplomats have said.Volodymyr Zelenskyy had no choice but to accept Vladimir Putin’s invitation to talks in Istanbul on Thursday for fear of offending Trump, diplomats said. Putin made the offer in a bid not to alienate the US president, and avoid the growing European pressure on Trump to impose harsher sanctions. Western diplomats say they have no reason to believe that Trump acted in collusion with the Russian leader. Continue reading...

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1 hour ago Corpse of Saint Teresa goes on display for the first time in a century, just months after her body was deemed 'a miracle' because of how well preserved it is after 440 years

Saint Teresa, also known as Saint Teresa of Avila, died 440 years ago in 1582 and was exhumed from a church in Spain in August, leaving experts stunned at how well preserved her body was.

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1 hour ago Chris Kamara reveals heartbreaking reason why he apologised to his wife

The 67-year-old was one of the game's most amusing and beloved personalities during his 20-year tenure in front of the cameras and most notably on Sky Sports News.

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2 h. ago Brits share 'weirdest' jobs that 'pay well' and one role in particular stands out

One person asked Brits to share the 'weird' or niche jobs that they've had in the UK that actually turned out to be 'surprisingly good in terms of pay or experience' - and they had some interesting responses

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2 h. ago 5th person dies from blaze that forced residents to jump from Milwaukee apartment building windows

A fifth person has died following an intense fire that engulfed a four-story Milwaukee apartment building on Mother’s Day

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2 h. ago Prison officer who had 'fairytale' relationship with inmate avoids jail for one reason

Tracy Boateng, 26, is said to have 'abused the public’s trust' during her relationship with Vincent Ojo at HMP Pentonville where the pair were caught kissing and hugging on bodycam footage

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2 h. ago Coronation Street star Vicky Myers declares love as she's seen with co

It comes after the actress recently had her own reason to celebrate as she marked four years in the role of DS Lisa Swain

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2 h. ago We swapped Disneyland Paris for a cheaper Dutch theme park – and my kids preferred it

With reasonably priced accommodation, a whimsical fairytale theme and barely any queues, Efteling has a lot to offer British families, finds Zoe Griffin

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3 h. ago Bank of Scotland, Lloyds and Halifax just weeks away from closing 18 branches

If you prefer to do your banking in-person, you may be disheartened to hear of even more closures

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3 h. ago Labour’s delay on conversion practices ban is ‘dangerous’, campaigners say

Exclusive: Failure to act sends message ‘our safety is optional’, says coalition of LGBTQ+, faith and mental health organisationsThe Labour government’s continued delay in delivering its promised UK-wide ban on conversion practices is disappointing, dangerous and sends the message that the safety of LGBTQ+ people is optional, according to campaigners.In a strongly worded statement, Saba Ali of the Ban Conversion Therapy Coalition said its message to the government was clear: “Stop the delay and deliver the promise. It’s been seven years since a ban was first pledged, yet LGBT+ people are still being subjected to degrading, abusive practices while the government dithers. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Person airlifted to London hospital after fall from height at business park

Person airlifted to London hospital after fall from height at business park  kentonline.co.uk

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4 h. ago Loose Women's Jane Moore makes demand for change with 'misleading' problem

The journalist criticised the food industry for their labelling of certain items

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4 h. ago One person dead after several migrant boats attempt to cross English Channel

A total of 192 people were rescued by the French coastguard between Sunday night and Monday morning

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4 h. ago Feed lavender four kitchen scraps to make it 'flower more' this summer

Lavender plants are a garden staple in the UK and there's a whole host of reasons behind their popularity - they're easy to grow, require little maintenance and are loved by bees

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4 h. ago Ronnie O'Sullivan's incredible riches and real reason he split from Laila Rouass

Ronnie O'Sullivan has spent decades in the snooker limelight, racking up an incredible 41 ranking titles - and the Rocket's life has been full of drama away from the table

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5 h. ago Search for missing 'vulnerable' boy, 16, last seen on popular UK beach two days ago

North Wales Police have launched a 'high-risk missing person enquiry' for 16-year-old Athrun. He was last seen at West Shore Beach in Conwy county on the weekend

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6 h. ago BBC Eurovision host Scott Mills says Rylan is 'ready to find love' after marriage split

BBC Eurovision host Scott Mills has shared his verdict on his co-host Rylan Clark's love life and admits that he's ready to find the right person after his split from Dan Neal

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6 h. ago Trump’s projects have caused widespread harm – but some are starting to fizzle | Ahmed Moor

The administration’s big goals, from the Gaza riviera to tariffs, have deflated in recently. But damage has already been doneSoon after Elon Musk slapped the air with a double Nazi salute, his brother Kimbal went on X to say: “This is what success feels like.” And three months ago, he seemed to have a point.The Trump administration, which appeared to have been co-led for a time by big brother Musk, is now in a period of retrenchment. Initiatives focused on Gaza, tariffs, spending, deporting millions of migrantand “government efficiency” have all deflated somewhat.Ahmed Moor is a writer and fellow at the Foundation for Middle East Peace Continue reading...

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6 h. ago Banned UK baby names and six reasons why they are outlawed including 'vulgar' titles

The UK doesn't have an official list of banned baby names, but there are several rules that parents must follow

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7 h. ago One person killed and 32 injured in Los Angeles tour bus crash

Two of the victims were critically injured in the crash on Route 60 in Hacienda Heights

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