3 h. ago Amazon accused of denying workplace accommodations for pregnant and disabled staff

New Jersey claims the firm routinely denies reasonable requests like time off or lifting limits

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4 h. ago Man, 82, and woman, 60 'kidnapped and tortured a woman for five years'

The alleged victim banged on a neighbour's window while 'mostly naked' and claimed to have been held captive by her roommate and her partner - the couple has been charged

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5 h. ago Dianne Buswell addresses online ‘conspiracy theories’ over Strictly Come Dancing exit

Dianne Buswell has hit back at “conspiracy theories” that her celebrity partner’s withdrawal from the competition was planned to accommodate pregnancy.

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5 h. ago Sheriff’s deputy who fired fatal shot at Sonya Massey told partner not to give aid, court hears: Trial recap

Ex-sheriff’s deputy Sean Grayson is facing murder charges after he shot Sonya Massey, a 36-year-old single mother of two teenagers who called 911 over a suspected prowler

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6 h. ago Defiant Hugh Jackman poses with Sutton Foster amid 'peace talks' with ex

Hugh Jackman showed his affection for partner Sutton Foster as the pair attended Richard Marx's After Hours Confession in NYC this week.

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7 h. ago Strictly's Dianne Buswell forced to shut down 'conspiracy theory' over Stefan Dennis exit

Strictly Come Dancing professional Dianne Buswell has spoken out on It Takes Two after her celebrity partner Stefan Dennis was forced to withdraw from the competition.

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7 h. ago Sonya Massey trial live: Sheriff’s deputy who fired fatal shot at woman’s head told partner not to give aid, court hears

Ex-sheriff’s deputy Sean Grayson is facing murder charges after he shot the victim, a 36-year-old single mother of two teenagers who called 911 over a suspected prowler

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8 h. ago Strictly Come Dancing's Dianne Buswell shuts down exit 'conspiracy theory' 

Strictly Come Dancing professional Dianne Buswell has suffered a major blow this week as her celebrity partner has had to withdraw from the competition.

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8 h. ago Pregnant women report medical neglect in ICE detention, rights groups say

Women reported miscarriages, delayed care, being shackled, as well as held in solitary confinement, letter saysPregnant women have reported bleeding, miscarriages, being shackled and other instances of medical neglect while in US immigration custody, according to a group of prominent civil rights organizations.The groups – which include the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and its Louisiana chapter, the National Immigration Project, Robert F Kennedy Human Rights, Sanctuary of the South and Sanctuary Now Abolition Project – sent a letter to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Senate committees on Wednesday, describing interviews with more than a dozen women. Continue reading...

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8 h. ago Fifa joins up with trade union to promote ‘safe working conditions’

Five-year deal with Building and Wood Workers’ InternationalBWI has criticised Fifa for giving 2034 World Cup to Saudi ArabiaFifa has announced new measures for promoting “decent and safe working conditions” at its tournaments after agreeing a five-year partnership with trade union the Building and Wood Workers’ International (BWI).The BWI, which has been critical of Fifa’s decision to award the 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia, will now partner with world football’s governing body on conducting labour inspections in the Gulf state and elsewhere. The agreement will also incorporate training for workers and their representatives, and the creation of a “time-bound corrective action plan” that will ensure remedy for those workers who are exploited or otherwise impacted in their jobs. Continue reading...

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8 h. ago Fifa joins with trade union to promote ‘safe working conditions’

Five-year deal with Building and Wood Workers’ InternationalBWI has criticised Fifa for giving 2034 World Cup to Saudi ArabiaFifa has announced new measures for promoting “decent and safe working conditions” at its tournaments after agreeing a five-year partnership with the Building and Wood Workers’ International trade union.The BWI, which has been critical of Fifa’s decision to award the 2034 World Cup finals tournament to Saudi Arabia, will now partner with world football’s governing body on conducting labour inspections in the Gulf state and elsewhere. The agreement will also incorporate training for workers and their representatives, and the creation of a “time-bound corrective action plan” that will ensure remedy for those workers who are exploited or otherwise impacted in their jobs. Continue reading...

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9 h. ago Man strangled pregnant partner to point she thought she was going to die

The victim said: 'I feared for my life. I thought I was going to die. I was carrying his child at the time. It’s absolutely sickening'

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10 h. ago BBC Breakfast star reveals she’s pregnant with second child as she poses with bump

A BBC Breakfast star has revealed she's pregnant with her second child as she poses with her bump. The presenter, 44, surprised fans with on social media with her special announcement. Emma Vardy revealed the news in a sweet clip where she turned around to reveal her baby bump. Alongside the post, she penned: "A...

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11 h. ago Prison death of killer Edward Cairney who murdered Margaret Fleming to be probed

Cairney and his partner Avril Jones were carers for the 19-year-old, who had learning difficulties, when they murdered her at their Seacroft home near Inverkip, in 1999.

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12 h. ago Immigrant rights group calls for removing pregnant women from detention

The American Civil Liberties Union is alleging that pregnant detainees being held in Immigration and Customs Enforcement facilities in Louisiana and Georgia are being mistreated and receiving inadequate care

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13 h. ago Harry Styles’ ex Camille Rowe shows off baby bump in first appearance since announcing pregnancy

The Victoria’s Secret alum is expecting her first child with Greek shipping heir and art dealer Theo Niarchos, 34, who is part of the Guinness brewing dynasty.

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14 h. ago Domestic abuse victim so intimidated by controlling partner she shaved her hair off

The woman had been driven to despair by Mateusz Duszynski's insults about her appearance.

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14 h. ago Man downed Jägerbombs with partner's brother before killing him, court hears

Martin O'Donovan died aged 47 following the incident outside his sister's home in Woolton, Liverpool in April. Stephen Bates, of Mossley Hill, has now appeared before Liverpool Crown Court

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15 h. ago Celeb Traitors' Joe Marler left pregnant wife sobbing on floor

Joe Marler, who is currently competing on The Celebrity Traitors amongst a host of other famous faces, has recalled a moment he was the 'most ashamed' he has ever been in his life

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15 h. ago Strictly's Johannes Radebe hails 'my partner Alex' as fans share adoration after huge prediction

The pair are through to week four of the BBC One dance contest after topping the leaderboard last weekend

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