66 m. ago These are the men behind the monstrous 'Jay and Killer' gang that exploited children

They sent thousands of messages to contacts advertising crack and heroin

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6 h. ago Criminal probe into West Lothian schools cyber attack continues as staff thanked for patience

West Lothian’s education executive councillor also paid tribute to council IT staff for their prompt response to the incident.

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31 h. ago Young boxer found dead in Glasgow home was 'fatally slashed' as murder probe continues

Josh Taplin, 28, died after police received a report of concern for a person on Monday afternoon.

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51 h. ago Football supporter found guilty of killing rival fan in post

Tony Johnson died from a head injury after the altercation broke out outside a pub

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54 h. ago Killer fungus could infect millions in Europe due to climate change, experts warn

A Manchester scientist has warned that rising global temperatures could drive the spread of killer fungal infections

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6 d. ago Michigan officer who killed an African immigrant testifies at his murder trial

A Michigan police officer who killed a man with a shot to the back of the head is testifying in his own defense at his second-degree murder trial

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7 d. ago Scotsman Obituaries: David Kennedy, Cosla communications chief with a talent for always finding right words

David Kennedy, Cosla Head of Communications. Born: 26 October,1965. Died: 22 March 2025, aged 59

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9 d. ago Cyclist smashed head open after horror fall and died as motorists ignored him

WARNING - GRAPHIC CONTENT: A cyclist died after he fell from his bike and landed on the top of his head, suffering a cracked skull and blood loss as motorists ignored him in the road

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9 d. ago Toddler, 2, tragically dies in hospital after suffering 'serious head injuries'

A two-year-old girl has sadly died following a late night incident on Easter Monday. Medics raced to the scene in Sunderland and took the girl to hospital, where she later died

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1 week ago Killer strangled loving mum to death then sent chilling message to her sister

Victoria Thomas was found dead at her home after her partner Alcwyn Thomas strangled her to death following a night of drinking and cocaine use

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2 w. ago Mum died of 'blunt force head and neck injuries' in alleged murder at her home, inquest hearing told

The cause of Claire Burns' death was revealed as inquest proceedings were formally opened at Manchester Coroners' Court

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2 w. ago Thousands from around world wait hours to visit coffin of Pope Francis

Pope’s simple open casket lies on main altar of St Peter’s Basilica as mourners say: ‘It’s a privilege to be here’ Thousands of people queued for hours under the hot spring sun in St Peter’s Square on Wednesday to pay their final respects to Pope Francis, whose simple wooden coffin has been placed on the main altar of the 16th-century basilica, where he will lie in state until Friday evening.The pope, the head of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics, died at his home in Casa Santa Marta on Monday aged 88 after a stroke and subsequent heart failure. He had been recovering from double pneumonia, which had kept him in hospital for five weeks. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago ‘His time as pope was a gift we needed’ – world pays tribute to Francis

Pontiff’s compassion, dedication and humility earned him followers from beyond the Catholic churchLatest updates after death of Pope Francis After making his last public appearance on Easter Sunday in St Peter’s Square, Pope Francis died the next day at the age of 88. As head of the Catholic church, his appeal went far beyond those within his congregation. Many appreciated his views on the environment, his calls for ending poverty and inequality and for his compassionate approach to the papacy.Here, people from around the world recall their memories of the pontiff and pay tribute ahead of the conclave to choose his successor. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Pope Francis’s funeral to be held at St Peter’s Basilica on Saturday

Francis will be buried in Rome’s Esquilino neighbourhood, in break from traditionLatest updates after death of Pope FrancisThe funeral of Pope Francis will be held on Saturday at St Peter’s Square, the Vatican said on Tuesday, as a host of world leaders and royals including Keir Starmer, Emmanuel Macron, Donald Trump and the Prince of Wales confirmed their attendance.The pope, the head of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics, died at his home in the Vatican on Monday aged 88 after a stroke. He had been recovering from double pneumonia for which he was hospitalised for five weeks. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago ‘The devil wants this pattern of mass death repeated’: Actors Guild of Nigeria calls for better regulation after two actors die

After two actors died in Owerri, Imo State, AGN head Emeka Rollas drew comparisons to events last year, when popular Nollywood actor Junior Pope drownedThe president of the Actors Guild of Nigeria has called for mass prayers and increased unionisation after the death of two actors in Owerri, the capital city of Imo State.Posting on Instagram, Emeka Rollas advocated spiritual intervention and better workplace regulation to try to prevent future tragedies after the two men, who have not yet been named, died on Friday. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Who will be the next Pope? AI predicts the new head of the Roman Catholic Church after Pope Francis dies

If you just can't wait for the world's most secretive election to run its course, MailOnline has used AI to predict who will be voted in as the head of the Catholic Church following Pope Francis' death.

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2 w. ago Pope Francis’s funeral to take place on Saturday as Vatican releases images of open coffin – live

Pope Francis, head of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics, died at his home in the Vatican on Monday aged 88The Vatican also confirmed that Pope Francis’s coffin will be transferred to St Peter’s Basilica on Wednesday morning, where it will stay until the funeral.It will be taken there from the chapel of the Santa Marta residence, pictured in the earlier photo. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Pope Francis funeral to be held at St Peter’s Basilica on Saturday

Francis will be buried in Rome’s Esquilino neighbourhood, in break from traditionLatest updates after death of Pope FrancisThe funeral of Pope Francis will be held on Saturday at St Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican has said.The pope, the head of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics, died at his home in the Vatican on Monday aged 88 after a stroke. He had been recovering from double pneumonia for which he was hospitalised for five weeks. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Pope Francis’s funeral to take place on Saturday as Vatican releases images of open casket – live

Pope Francis, head of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics, died at his home in the Vatican on Monday aged 88The Vatican also confirmed that Pope Francis’s coffin will be transferred to St Peter’s Basilica on Wednesday morning, where it will stay until the funeral.It will be taken there from the chapel of the Santa Marta residence, pictured in the earlier photo. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Funeral of Pope Francis to take place on Saturday as Vatican releases images of open casket – live

Pope Francis, the head of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics, died at his home in the Vatican on Monday aged 88 after suffering a strokeThe Vatican also confirmed that Pope Francis’s coffin will be transferred to St Peter’s Basilica on Wednesday morning, where it will stay until the funeral.It will be taken there from the chapel of the Santa Marta residence, pictured in the earlier photo. Continue reading...

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