29 m. ago UK economy posts surprise 0.3% growth in three months to June

GDP figure slower than previous quarter but beats expectations thanks to 0.4% expansion last monthThe UK economy grew at a faster rate than expected in the second quarter, official figures show, despite pressure on households and businesses from tax increased and Donald Trump’s global trade war.Figures from the Office for National Statistics showed growth in gross domestic product (GDP) slowed to 0.3% in the three months to the end of June, down from a rate of 0.7% in the first quarter. Continue reading...

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47 m. ago Female Fuerteventura tourists left covered in blood as police arrest teen

Police on the holiday island of Fuerteventura have arrested a teenager accused of horror attacks on two female holidaymakers in their hotel rooms in separate incidents

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56 m. ago Death row prisoner cuts out wife and kids' hearts then gouges out and eats his own eyes

The man on death row was found in his cell covered in blood after he gouged out both of his eyes in a bid to avoid execution after he believed God told him to carry out a triple murder

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81 m. ago Ukraine president Volodymyr Zelensky to join Keir Starmer at Downing Street in surprise meeting this morning ahead of Trump

The Prime Minister's meeting with the wartime leader comes a day before Donald Trump is set to hold face-to-face discussions with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin this week.

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1 hour ago Wildly incoherent, utterly flummoxing, blissful: how And Just Like That rewrote the rules of TV

The Sex and the City spinoff – which ends this week – is so bizarre it has barely made sense as a television show. Unless you think of it as an attempt to redefine the whole genre Sex and the City’s divisive spin-off And Just Like That is set to end after three bizarre seasons and a deluge of critical contempt, with bemused fans losing it on Reddit, and articles about how the programme became a hate watch. There has been little heartache in the discourse after the announcement of the show’s demise, the general consensus being: good. But to these people, I say – you’re wrong! But also, I understand. There is always an element of fear in contemplating change, in engaging with the rapid advancement of modernity, and I would like to make the case for And Just Like That being a product of exactly that.It feels analogous to a comment a friend of mine once made during a conversation about the best oven pizzas, when someone posited Dr Oetker pizzas as a contender: “It’s delicious, it’s some...

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6 h. ago Revealed: The surprisingly illegal things tourists can get in trouble for

There's plenty of things to consider when visiting somewhere new - from the language, different cuisine, to cultural norms. But be careful not to break these somewhat surprising laws.

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9 h. ago Boris Johnson named as potential witness in Nuked Blood Scandal crimes against troops

In office, Boris Johnson was told of allegations about crimes by the British state in withholding information about blood testing of nuclear troops. Now he has been identified as a potential witness in a criminal investigation

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9 h. ago CDC shooting marks latest in a string of hostility directed at health workers. Many aren't surprised

Gunfire aimed at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention by a man authorities say was angry over COVID-19 vaccines is the latest in a string of violence and harassment directed at health care workers amid hostility lingering from the pandemic

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12 h. ago The Royal Family share surprising facts about Princess Anne in the countdown to her 75th birthday

The Princess Royal will celebrate her birthday on Friday, and to mark the occasion, her family has shared fun insights about her that the UK public might not have known previously.

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12 h. ago 'Divine blood' found on Jesus' burial cloth 'proves' Shroud of Turin is authentic

A biblical historian has revealed that 'divine blood' was found on the Shroud of Turin, suggesting it is another piece of evidence proving the cloth was laid on the body of Jesus after the crucifixion.

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12 h. ago 'I slapped Shannon Matthews' mum after one horrifying casual comment she made'

Petra Jamieson was one of the people who had been living on Dewsbury's Moorside Estate when nine-year-old Shannon Matthews was reported missing back in February 2008

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14 h. ago Seven surprising tattoo fans – from a caveman to a pair of British royals

As the late, great Ozzy Osbourne once said: “If you want to be a f****** individual, don’t get a tattoos.” But it looks like the trend has been around even longer than he realised

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14 h. ago Merz’s manoeuvres on world stage fail to quell doubts about his leadership

The German chancellor’s high-wire statesmanship on Ukraine has done little to alleviate his domestic woesEurope live – latest updatesFriedrich Merz hosted the Ukrainian president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, on Wednesday as a weakened leader 100 days into his term, with his attempts to rally western support for Kyiv and wrangle Donald Trump failing to silence his domestic critics.The German chancellor took the initiative for Wednesday’s lightning round of telephone conferences bringing in EU leaders, Trump and his vice-president, JD Vance. Zelenskyy’s surprise arrival in Berlin to sit in on the calls underlined Merz’s starring role in the diplomatic efforts. Continue reading...

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14 h. ago Arsenal's makeshift striker Mikel Merino admits Viktor Gyokeres has 'surprised' him

Viktor Gyokeres will be expected to deliver goals for Arsenal this season and the Sweden international has already impressed for other reasons following his arrival at the Emirates

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14 h. ago Kate Middleton halts summer break to release new video with emotional statement

Princess Kate has taken a break from her holiday to share a poignant message on embracing special moments and cherishing loved ones during the summer season

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14 h. ago Your home looks messy because you're not using the eight secret storage spots interiors experts like me find essential. Here's exactly where and how to do it...

Whether you're living in a cosy flat, a bustling family home, or something in between, there are plenty of clever storage opportunities hiding in plain sight.

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16 h. ago 'Unusual' cottage for sale shrouded in manicured grounds that comes with a big surprise in the walled garden

It's enchanting, it's historic, and it's got some surprises

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17 h. ago Retro gaming expert's verdict on new 'surprisingly affordable' Lego Game Boy

Experts have reviewed the much-anticipated product ahead of its October release, and it is available to pre-order now.

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17 h. ago Solo traveller details surprising aspects of Ibiza nightlife and safety tips for women

A woman from the UK has shared her experience travelling to Ibiza alone and was surprised to find out what it was like to head to the clubs and strip on her own

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17 h. ago Revealed: The extreme things Brits are doing to take their air fryers on holiday

It might seem surprising, but more and more Brits are taking their air fryer on holiday with them. In fact, one in five have said they've taken their favourite appliance for a trip abroad.

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