2 h. ago UK weather: New maps show heavy rain to bring abrupt end to warm spell TODAY

April has so far seen blue skies and balmy conditions with temperatures rising beyond 20C - but heavy rain caused by a low pressure system is set to move in today

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5 h. ago Rory McIlroy makes his feelings clear on facing Bryson DeChambeau at the Masters

The Ulsterman pledges to stay in his "little bubble" before facing the American in the final group as he bids to complete his career Grand Slam at the Masters on Sunday

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6 h. ago She met him by chance 'he seemed really nice' then he raped her after leaving her 'stuck in hell'

Warning: this article contains details of sexual violence that readers may find distressing

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6 h. ago Elizabeth Hurley, 59, puts on a glamorous display in a plunging silver shimmering gown as she poses with son Damian, 23, at the SPA Awards in Germany

The actress, 59, was joined by her son Damian, 23, at the swanky event, which took place at the Steigenberger Icon Grand Hotel & Spa Petersberg.

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7 h. ago Teenagers who get along with their parents have stronger romantic relationships, study reveals

Researchers found teens who felt their parents were 'warm and supportive' went on to have longer-lasting and better quality romances than those who constantly rowed at home.

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7 h. ago Masters: Rory McIlroy leads in bid for career Grand Slam but Bryson DeChambeau rematch awaits

McIlroy’s round was among his best, but there is plenty still to do on Sunday

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8 h. ago Trump lawyers confirm wrongly deported Maryland man in El Salvador prison

Administration fails to show they have taken any steps to facilitate the return of Kilmar Abrego García The Trump administration on Saturday confirmed to a federal judge that a Maryland man who was wrongly deported last month remains confined in a notorious prison in El Salvador.However, the White House filing did not address the judge’s demands that the administration detail the steps it was taking to return Kilmar Abrego García to the United States. The White House only confirmed that García was under the authority of the El Salvador government. Continue reading...

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9 h. ago Downton Abbey legend Maggie Smith's spirit is present on movie set, says star

The world renowned actress, who died aged 89 last year, was 'present' as the emotional last ­instalment of the drama was being made, said US star, Paul Giamatti

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9 h. ago Rail minister reports himself to police after using phone while driving a bus

Lord Peter Hendy apologises after being spotted texting behind wheel of vintage Routemaster in LondonThe rail minister, Lord Peter Hendy, has reported himself to the police after he was spotted using a mobile phone while driving a vintage Routemaster bus in London during a charity tour.The former Transport for London commissioner apologised for what has been described as an “error of judgment” after a passenger saw him texting behind the wheel of the double-decker last month. Continue reading...

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9 h. ago FIA admits huge mistake which changed result of Bahrain Grand Prix qualifying

Alex Albon was the injured party as Nico Hulkenberg made it through to Q2 in qualifying with what was later found to have been an illegal lap, but it was too late for the Williams driver

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10 h. ago Marc Leonard gunning for Wembley glory with Celtic and Rangers pals as Brum star opens up on Tom Brady meeting

The midfielder is hoping to help Birmingham lift the Football League Trophy at Wembley on Sunday

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11 h. ago George Russell penalty, FIA figure who made it happen and key Mercedes figure missing

George Russell and Kimi Antonelli will both serve a grid penalty at the Bahrain Grand Prix after their Mercedes team was found guilty of a rule break during qualifying

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11 h. ago Bahrain Grand Prix qualifying result changes as George Russell punished for 'dodgy' act

George Russell was second fastest in qualifying and Kimi Antonelli fourth but both Mercedes drivers were at risk of a potential penalty with Mercedes accused of breaking the rules

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12 h. ago Man falsely accused of being involved in the KC Chiefs Super Bowl parade mass shooting is found dead

No details have been released about how Denton Loudermill Jr. died

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12 h. ago Rail minister admits using phone while driving vintage London bus

A spokesperson for Lord Peter Hendy said the minister had reported himself to the police.

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13 h. ago Meghan Markle gives fresh glimpse of Archie and Lilibet as she shows off 'special gift' Prince Harry bought back from surprise visit to Ukraine for their children

In a week that has seen Prince Harry fly to Ukraine and go to court seeking the reinstatement of his UK security detail, Meghan posted a series of cute clips painting an image of domestic bliss.

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13 h. ago Helicopter that crashed into Hudson River had glaring issue just months ago

The New York City helicopter that plunged into the frigid waters of the Hudson River, killing all six people onboard, had experienced mechanical issues months before breaking apart midair.

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13 h. ago Lando Norris in foul mood after Bahrain GP qualifying failure as first words say it all

Oscar Piastri took pole position for the Bahrain Grand Prix but McLaren suffered a blow when a mistake from Lando Norris left him much further down the grid than he wanted

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13 h. ago Bahrain Grand Prix 2025: Start time, grid positions, how to watch F1 and weather forecast

Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri out to reassert some McLaren dominance after Max Verstappen’s victory in Japan

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13 h. ago Willie Mullins targets more Scotland raids as Grand National winning trainer turns attentions to Perth

The Irish horse training legend followed up his triumph at Aintree last weekend with another Grand National victory

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