3 d. ago Fears raised as police reveal knife crime surge in Renfrewshire

It is said to be a growing problem in Renfrewshire with new data showing that almost 400 bladed weapon offences were recorded in the area.

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4 d. ago Endangered whales gave birth to few babies this year as population declines

A vanishing species of whale gave birth to few babies this birthing season, raising alarms among scientists and conservationists who fear the animal could go extinct

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8 d. ago Solar farm glare could cause Red Arrows jets to crash, Conservative MP claims

MP raises fears for historic display team, based at RAF Waddington, because of ‘glint and glare’ from solar panels on new farms.

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9 d. ago Tottenham’s Dejan Kulusevski to miss Europa League final after knee surgery

Midfielder injured during loss against Palace on SundaySpurs play Manchester United in Bilbao next WednesdayDejan Kulusevski has undergone knee surgery and will miss Tottenham’s Europa League final against Manchester United in Bilbao next Wednesday.The club have confirmed the setback, which came after Ange Postecoglou raised fears on Monday about the attacking midfielder’s involvement in the showpiece. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Will Net Zero kill off British curry houses? Bosses say Ed Miliband's plans are a 'death warrant' and would force them to shut up shop

The Energy Secretary's push for 'clean' electricity has raised fears gas-fuelled tandoori ovens are on a path to extinction.

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2 w. ago Trump’s aid cuts blamed as food rations stopped for a million refugees in Uganda

UN World Food Programme says $50m is urgently needed amid fears that Uganda may now begin forced repatriationsFood rations for a million people in Uganda have been cut off completely this week amid a funding crisis at the United Nations World Food Programme, raising fears that refugees will now be pushed back into countries at war.The WFP in Uganda warned two weeks ago that $50m (£37m) was urgently needed to help refugees and asylum seekers fleeing conflicts in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, South Sudan and Sudan. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Pakistan PM promises to ‘avenge each drop of blood’ after Indian airstrikes kill 31

Fears raised of escalating conflict after Pakistan accused India of ‘igniting an inferno’ in Kashmir and PunjabKashmir crisis live – latest updatesPakistan has warned that it will “avenge” the death of 31 people killed in overnight missile attacks by the Indian air force, raising fears of an escalating conflict between the two nuclear-armed countries.In a late night address to the nation late on Wednesday, Pakistan’s prime minister, Shehbaz Sharif, said: “We make this pledge, that we will avenge each drop of the blood of these martyrs.” Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Pakistan authorises ‘corresponding’ retaliation after India missile strike kills 26

Fears raised of escalating conflict after statement accusing India of ‘igniting an inferno’ in Kashmir and PunjabKashmir crisis live – latest updatesPakistan has authorised its military to take “corresponding” retaliatory action against India after an overnight missile attack by the Indian air force killed 26 across Pakistan, raising fears of an escalating conflict between the two nuclear-armed countries.In a strongly worded statement, Pakistan accused India of “igniting an inferno” in the region after it carried out targeted strikes on nine sites in Pakistan-administered Kashmir and the Pakistani province of Punjab in the early hours of Wednesday. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Pakistan authorises ‘corresponding’ retaliation after India missile strikes kill 26

Fears raised of escalating conflict after statement accusing India of ‘igniting an inferno’ in Kashmir and PunjabKashmir crisis live – latest updatesPakistan has authorised its military to take “corresponding” retaliatory action against India after overnight missile attacks by the Indian air force killed 26 people, raising fears of an escalating conflict between the two nuclear-armed countries.In a strongly worded statement, Pakistan accused India of “igniting an inferno” in the region after it carried out targeted strikes on nine sites in Pakistan-administered Kashmir and the Pakistani province of Punjab in the early hours of Wednesday. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago UK hosepipe ban fears as dry start to spring raises risk of summer drought

England could face a drought this summer after its driest start to spring for 69 years

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2 w. ago Why are Pakistan and India fighting? Their history explained amid fears of an all

There have been fears raised that an all-out war could begin

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2 w. ago Florence Welch's renovations of £1.9m 12th century country pile hit by fresh setbacks after builders raise fears over digging up medieval SKELETONS

The You've Got The Love singer, 38, bought most of the large portion of land four years ago and quickly commenced plans to unify four buildings which have stood alone since the 1940s.

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2 w. ago 'Most dangerous prisoner' Robert Maudsley raises fears with ominous letter to girlfriend

The girlfriend of Robert Maudsley, aka Hannibal the Cannibal, has said she is 'really worried' for her murderous beau following a hunger strike over revoked privileges

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3 w. ago What is behind the latest round of clashes in Syria between Druze and pro

Four days of clashes between pro-government gunmen and members of a minority sect in Syria have left nearly 100 people dead and raised fears of deadly sectarian violence

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3 w. ago ‘Irreplaceable habitat’: planning bill raises fears for England’s chalk streams

Environmentalists worry that the post-Brexit legislation will allow the destruction of rare and fragile ecosystems Walk along the gin-clear River Itchen in Hampshire and you might see otters, salmon, kingfishers and clouds of mayflies, all supported by the unique ecosystem of the chalk stream.The UK has no tropical rainforests or tigers; its wildlife is arguably more modest in appearance. But its chalk streams are some of the rarest habitats in the world – there are only 200, and England boasts 85% of them. If you look properly, they are as biodiverse and beautiful as any rainforest. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Man, 46, says he is 'absolutely petrified' of DWP benefits cuts as study raises fears

The Trussell Trust charity found that failing to tackle hunger and hardship plaguing Britain is costing the UK £75.6billion a year - and it could get worse due to benefits cuts

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3 w. ago Paul Mullin footage says it all as fears raised over Ryan Reynolds' favourite Wrexham player

Wrexham talisman Paul Mullin has been used sparingly this season following the arrival of Sam Smith, with his actions during the club's promotion celebrations speaking volumes

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