15 m. ago Australia mushroom murders trial: Erin Patterson’s daughter describes eating ‘leftovers’ of fatal lunch in police video

Court also hears from nurse who says triple murder accused told Leongatha hospital staff ‘I don’t want any of this’ in relation to treatment for suspected poisoningWho are Erin Patterson and the other key figures in Australia’s mushroom murders trial?Erin Patterson’s daughter told police she ate leftovers of the deadly mushroom meal with her mother and brother for dinner the day after the meal, a court has heard.A video of Patterson’s daughter’s evidence was played on Thursday during her mother’s triple murder trial. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago On VE Day, remember the war – but can we resolve to honour all who fought in it? | Gary Younge

The heroism of soldiers from India, Africa and the Caribbean is too often airbrushed, as is the struggle of those who resisted colonial powersOn 8 May 1945, as the allies rejoiced at Germany’s unconditional surrender, some local people in the market town of Sétif in Algeria gathered not to celebrate their freedom but to demand it, carrying Algerian flags and placards calling for independence from France. The French police opened fire, unleashing a spiral of violence resulting in a notorious massacre. Algerian independence militants retaliated by killing about 100 settlers and wounding hundreds more over the next five days. Similar disturbances erupted in the nearby village of Guelma. The colonisers responded with brutal disproportionality – bombing small villages, shelling the area from the coast and running amok, inflicting collective punishment. Official estimates for the number of Algerians killed vary widely, ranging from about 8,000 from some French historians to 45,000 from th...

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3 h. ago France and Poland’s reconciliation is a sign of Europe’s alarm over US disengagement

A new pact could be the first step towards extending France’s nuclear shield over central EuropeIn the city where a dethroned Polish king once governed a French province and built enduring landmarks, the leaders of France and Poland will sign a treaty on Friday that could be the first formal step towards extending French nuclear deterrence over central Europe in this new era of US unreliability.The treaty of Nancy will be signed on Europe Day, in the town hall on the 18th-century Place Stanislas, by the French president, Emmanuel Macron, and the Polish prime minister, Donald Tusk. It will cement a reconciliation between two countries that have been estranged within the EU for most of the last three decades.Paul Taylor is a senior visiting fellow at the European Policy Centre Continue reading...

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4 h. ago Football fans admit to violent Airdrie pub brawl before Scottish Cup clash after ugly scenes caught on CCTV

Shocking video footage showed bottles being thrown into the West End Bar in Airdrie, Lanarkshire.

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8 h. ago NHS staff to be given special training in PTSD and combat wounds to treat Britain's war veterans as nation marks 80th anniversary of VE Day

The £1.8 million programme, designed to target the unique needs of former service personnel, was announced as the nation marks the 80th anniversary of VE Day.

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10 h. ago Scientists just mapped your tongue. It may be the key to helping you lose weight

Understanding how we crave sweet treats could help fight obesity, researchers say

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15 h. ago Barcelona’s Inigo Martinez denies spitting at Inter rival during Champions League semi

Francesco Acerbi reacted angrily and appeared to point toward Martinez during the fiery Champions League contest at the San Siro

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15 h. ago US reportedly planning to deport migrants to Libya despite ‘clear’ violation of court order

Judge confirms move would breach order as Libya’s rival governments say both would refuse any US deporteesThe Trump administration is reportedly planning to deport a group of immigrants to Libya, despite a judge’s efforts on Wednesday to block any such flights and the state department’s previous condemnation of the “life-threatening” prison conditions in the country.Reuters cited three unnamed US officials as saying the deportations could happen this week. Two of the officials said the immigrants, whose nationalities are not known, could be flown to the north African country as soon as Wednesday, but they added the plans could still change. The New York Times also cited a US official confirming the deportation plans. Continue reading...

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16 h. ago Arena Breakout Infinite: This free Escape From Tarkov rival has me and my pals hooked

Looking for a fresh extraction shooter to try? Arena Breakout Infinite might be just what you're looking for, with satisfying gunplay and a streamlined interface making it well worth a look

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16 h. ago Children so malnourished they’re losing their sight: Inside Israel’s aid blockade on Gaza

The blockade has led to famine-like conditions for the two million people living on the Strip, and at least 9,000 children have been admitted for treatment of acute malnutrition since the start of the year

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16 h. ago Iran draw up chilling 'assassination list' with Donald Trump the top target

Former US national security advisor, John Boulton, said rogue rival Iran has prepared a terrifying assassination list with the US President sitting at the very top of it

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17 h. ago Hundreds attend latest annual speedway day at Coatbridge's Summerlee heritage museum

People were treated to a vintage display of bikes, including Weslakes and Godden models.

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18 h. ago Telly icon reveals he has 'same domestic teething issues' as the Beckhams

EXCLUSIVE: The Beckhams have been hitting the headlines this week with their domestic clashes - but now a new family is on the block who is hoping to rival the famous clan

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18 h. ago M&S shoppers say it 'brings back memories' as item returns to stores for VE Day

Shoppers say they love the "nostalgia" of a M&S treat that has returned to shelves for VE Day celebrations

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18 h. ago Vernon Kay addresses 'stressful' time at home with Tess Daly as 'there's nothing else we can do'

Vernon Kay met wife Tess Daly when they were both working on rival TV stations, but their relationship blossomed with the couple eventually welcoming two daughters into the world

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19 h. ago Celtic superstar Daizen Maeda battles new rival for SFWA top gong as chastening Rangers season lands a shutout

The Hoops forward was crowned PFA King and Celtic POTY and is now eyeing a Treble

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19 h. ago Nine surprising foods that are toxic for dogs 'even in small amounts'

Dogs are known for getting their paws on forbidden treats- but be careful to make sure they never eat these nine things.

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19 h. ago Man treated for stab wounds after brawl between rival groups in Airdrie

The town's sheriff court heard that trouble flared following an incident at a funfair in Katherine Park.

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20 h. ago MSC Virtuosa 'murder': Emergency 'call for help' blasted as man 'on stag do' killed in 'fight'

The MSC Virtuosa set sail from Southampton for a two-night mini cruise to Bruges in Belgium - but hours in, a brawl reportedly broke out, resulting in the death of a man aged in his 60s

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21 h. ago Xbox’s handheld console leaks – here’s what Nintendo Switch 2 rival may look like

While all eyes are on the Nintendo Switch 2 as it launches in a few weeks, Xbox's handheld rival has leaked — here's all we learned about Microsoft's new portable console

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