54 m. ago Distracted driving: Motorists using their mobile phones at the wheel killed 42 people last year and caused hundreds of serious accidents

Distracted motorists caused a total of 655 serious accidents, the latest data shows.

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2 h. ago More than 20 people are killed in nightclub blaze in popular Indian coastal resort city Goa

At least 23 people have been killed in a fire at a popular nightclub in the Indian resort city of Goa.

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2 h. ago Terrifying day Margaret Thatcher nearly died in missile attack as her plane flew over Mozambique: Newly released papers reveal how officials covered up bombardment

Lady Thatcher was was visiting Africa on a six-day diplomatic mission, flying in a RAF Vickers VC-10 across the civil war-torn region when several missiles were launched towards the aircraft

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2 h. ago Several tourists among at least 23 killed in blaze at Goa nightclub

Fire broke out at midnight in the popular club in Arpora in the North Goa district, according to reportsAt least 23 people have been killed in a fire at a popular nightclub in the Indian resort city of Goa, officials said.Several tourists were among the dead in the fire, which broke out at about midnight at a club in Arpora in the North Goa district, according to the Press Trust of India. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Jobless youngsters to be offered work in construction and hospitality

Guaranteed jobs provided for up to 55,000 people from spring 2026, under new government plans

Society

3 h. ago Young people on benefits to be helped into jobs with £820 million boost

The cash includes funding for training and work experience in construction, hospitality, and health and social care for 350,000 young people on universal credit

Economics

3 h. ago BRIDGET PHILLIPSON: 'Young people deserve a country that backs them'

'Combined with our measures to get kids back into classrooms, we’re giving every child, wherever they grow up, a genuine chance to succeed', the Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson writes

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3 h. ago Let it be: Beatles legend Sir Paul McCartney battles the EU over plans to ban plant

The Beatles legend's late wife Linda, who died of breast cancer in 1998, was a vocal vegetarian and launched her own best-selling chain of meat-free alternatives in 1991.

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3 h. ago Prince William plans to take son George to help the homeless at London's Centrepoint charity

it is now 20 years since William become a patron of charity, Centrepoint. Now, to celebrate that milestone, he is hoping to take his own son to meet and care for the homeless.

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3 h. ago Shock as third of new cars bought in Wales last year paid for by taxpayers and given to welfare claimants

A THIRD of new cars bought in Wales last year were paid for by taxpayers and given to welfare claimants, figures show. It highlights how the Motability scheme is fuelling the soaring benefits bill. Tory leader Kemi Badenoch, who uncovered the statistics, will say in a speech this week that the Tories would ban people...

Economics

4 h. ago England World Cup match times ‘welcome boost’ for pubs and bars

There had been some concerns among fans that late fixtures could curtail celebrations.

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4 h. ago Scots space boss says people born on Mars could be ‘a foot taller’

SPACE exploration chiefs believe the first humans born on Mars could be up to a foot taller than regular earthlings. Experts say the reduced gravity on the Red Planet would make people much taller — but a lack of sun would make them pastier. Dr Natasha Nicholson, the boss of Space Scotland, said malnutrition could...

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4 h. ago Mohamed Salah says ‘I’ve been thrown under the bus’ and signals Liverpool exit

Forward launches astonishing attack on Arne SlotSalah benched at Leeds for third consecutive matchMohamed Salah has accused Liverpool of throwing him “under the bus” after being left out of the starting lineup for the third game running as the champions drew at Leeds, saying he has been made a scapegoat for the poor start to the season and casting severe doubt on his future at the club.“I can’t believe I’m sitting on the bench for 90 minutes,” the Egypt international said. “The third time on the bench, I think for the first time in my career. I’m very, very disappointed. I have done so much for this club down the years and especially last season. Now I’m sitting on the bench and I don’t know why. Continue reading...

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4 h. ago Astonishing new claim that survivors of Pete Hegseth's 'war crime' boat strike were 'waving before second attack'

Pete Hegseth is under intense scrutiny over the September 2 attack after at least two people on the vessel allegedly filled with drug dealers were still alive after the first strike.

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4 h. ago Angry Mohamed Salah launches stunning tirade against Arne Slot and Liverpool hierarchy

Salah accused the club of trying to ‘blame’ him for Liverpool’s struggles this season and hinted his time at Anfield was over

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5 h. ago California officials warn foragers after person dies from poison mushroom

Several additional people, including children, have severe liver damage amid 21 cases of amatoxin poisoningCalifornia officials are warning foragers after an outbreak of poisoning linked to wild mushrooms that has killed one adult and caused severe liver damage in several patients, including children.The state poison control system has identified 21 cases of amatoxin poisoning, likely caused by death cap mushrooms, the health department said Friday. The toxic wild mushrooms are often mistaken for edible ones because of their appearance and taste. Continue reading...

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5 h. ago Strictly judge Motsi Mabuse shuts down professional dancer after he shouts out during her remarks

STRICTLY judge Motsi Mabuse has shut down a professional dancer after he shouted out during her remarks on the show. Strictly Come Dancing is nearing its final stages, with the five remaining couples back for Musicals Week. Karen Carney and her partner Carlos performed an energetic samba to The Rhythm of Life from Sweet Charity. Giving...

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5 h. ago Who do you want to win Strictly Come Dancing? Take our poll and have your say

The nation's favourite competition has been back lighting up our screens since September, but now it's all drawing to a close once again, who should lift the Glitterball Trophy?

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5 h. ago Tories pledge to block Motability access for people with ADHD and anxiety

The scheme is designed to help disabled benefit claimants get cars through the welfare system

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5 h. ago Africa Cup of Nations shunted into margins as greedy game finds no room at top table | Jonathan Wilson

So long as the Premier League invests in its players and Fifa pays it lip service, the continent’s flagship tournament will always struggle to fit inPerhaps attitudes are not quite as parochial as they once were, but it remains true that, in England at least, the Africa Cup of Nations is discussed less as a tournament in its own right than in terms of what it means for the Premier League.There will be the usual harrumphing about why the tournament is played in the middle of our season, but the Confederation of African Football has tried to satisfy European clubs only to be thwarted by Fifa and the increasing demands of the calendar. Continue reading...

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