33 h. ago Georgia man sparks fierce debate after leaving his kids alone in McDonald's for nearly two hours

Chris Louis, 24, left his kids - aged 10, six and one - at one of the chain's restaurants in Augusta, Georgia. But the act has sparked a huge debate online.

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62 h. ago Police launch investigation after human remains found at recycling plant

Police are working to identify the remains as part of an 'extremely complex and sensitive' investigation

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65 h. ago Secrets of Success: the church that served a plantation remains a monument of resistance

Amid the site in rural Jamaica that once belonged to a Guardian financier may lie a treasure trove of artefacts that tell the story of Britain’s history of colonisation and enslavementStanding amid the ruins of Success, a former sugar plantation in Hanover, rural Jamaica, there is a muted silence, interrupted by the occasional rumble of a vehicle passing, overripe cocoa pods falling to the ground and green iguanas scuttling across dying leaves on the estate floor.Hidden from the lively community just outside its boundaries, the overgrown site today is a stark contrast to what would have existed there more than a century ago. One of more than 800 sugar plantations across the island, Success was once co-owned by Sir George Philips, one of the 11 men who financed the launch of the Manchester Guardian in 1821.A brick likely to have been used in the construction of a building on the sprawling estate Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Huge restaurant, deli and cocktail bar announces Manchester launch date and opening offer for diners

It will feature an 150-cover restaurant with a menu centered around fresh, handmade pasta, antipasti, sharing dishes and indulgent desserts

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5 d. ago Bruno Fernandes made Man United plea that fell on deaf ears as 'Real Madrid target £90m deal'

Bruno Fernandes has been linked with a move to Real Madrid in recent weeks, with the Spanish giants reportedly ready to launch a record-breaking £90m bid for the Manchester United playmaker

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9 d. ago Huge Scottish mural branded 'provocative' – because it faces an Italian restaurant

A mural depicting a Scottish bagpiper in traditional highland dress was installed to brighten up the local area, but one online objector put their brave heart into a campaign to get it removed

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1 week ago Insanely large city looks like Tokyo but is just being discovered by tourists

From trains that speed through huge apartment blocks to floating restaurants and mini 'towns' on the rooftop of soaring skyscrapers, this mega city feels like you've stepped into another world

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1 week ago Police launch CCTV appeal after pensioner has £1,000 stolen from her bank

The woman, in her 70s, had her purse snatched while shopping in Ashton-under-Lyne

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1 week ago Huge Scots singer spotted enjoying a Sunday roast in Glasgow restaurant

The superstar popped into the McMillan in Glasgow's south side for a Sunday roast.

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2 w. ago Cadbury launch new 'collaboration' chocolate bar which has left shoppers divided

The highly anticipated Dairy Milk Biscoff bar has divided opinion, with some Cadbury fans left 'disappointed' after chocolate collaboration fails to meet high expectations

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2 w. ago New blow to Walthamstow 'beer mile' as brewery announces bar closure after council rent battle

More businesses at risk as cash-strapped local authority calls in debts

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2 w. ago Amazing images show how the Stockport Pyramid will look like in just a few weeks time

New images of the huge restaurant space, banqueting rooms and bridal suites that will transform the iconic building

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3 w. ago Police launch investigation after 'unacceptable' car meet blocks Manchester Airport tunnels amid roads mayhem

Drivers gathered for an 'illegal' car meet

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3 w. ago Fried chicken chain announces huge plans for 50 new UK restaurants

The chain aims to 'make chicken great again' and offers up a range of delicious fried offerings, rice bowls and sides

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3 w. ago First look inside Stockport Pyramid as it's transformed into luxury dining destination

Royal Nawaab's ambitious plans to turn Stockport Pyramid into a huge restaurant and banquet space are gathering pace

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3 w. ago Exact launch time for Assassin's Creed Shadows and when you can pre

Those excited for Assassin's Creed Shadows can jump right it at midnight on release day, depending on what they're playing it on

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