4 h. ago Holidaymakers urged to pack small item in case as Brit catches Legionnaires' disease abroad

The potentially fatal lung infection is spread through infected water droplets, particularly in warm locations

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6 h. ago Many forget the damage done by diseases like whooping cough, measles and rubella. Not these families

In the time before widespread vaccination, young children often lost their lives to devastating infectious diseases that ran rampant in America

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6 h. ago Takeaways from interviews with families forever changed by diseases that vaccines can prevent

In the time before widespread vaccination, young children often lost their lives to devastating infectious diseases that ran rampant in America

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6 h. ago Saturday Kitchen descends into chaos as guest asks Matt Tebbutt 'did you forget to cook them'

Saturday Kitchen descended into chaos as host Matt Tebbutt attempted to make Vicky Pattison's food heaven

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10 h. ago Arlene Phillips: ‘My biggest disappointment? Being let go from Strictly’

The choreographer on a treasured biscuit tin, the Biba dress she splashed out on and a late-night police chaseBorn in Lancashire, Arlene Phillips, 82, created the dance group Hot Gossip in the 1970s. She went on to become a world-renowned choreographer, and was a judge on Strictly Come Dancing from 2004-8. In 2021, she was made a dame for her services to dance and charity and in 2024 received an Olivier award for her work on Guys and Dolls. Her current shows include Starlight Express and A Midsummer Night’s Dream in London. She is an ambassador for the Alzheimer’s Society and is supporting its Forget Me Not appeal. She lives with her partner in London and has two daughters.What is your most treasured possession? An old biscuit tin, which was my mum’s jewellery box – she passed away when I was a teenager. Continue reading...

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10 h. ago Families of Scots Chinook helicopter crash victims press on with MoD legal case

The RAF chopper crashed on the Mull of Kintyre in 1994.

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12 h. ago ‘Positive cascades could help accelerate change’: social tipping points expert on fixing climate crisis

The world has been too optimistic about the risk to humanity and planet – but devastation can still be avoided, says Timothy LentonTimothy Lenton is a professor of climate change and Earth system science at the University of Exeter. He started working on tipping points in the 1990s, making him one of the first scientists in the world to study this form of planetary risk. In an upcoming book, Positive Tipping Points: How to Fix the Climate Crisis, he argues the Earth has entered an “unstable period” but humanity can still prevail if we can trigger positive social and economic tipping points to reverse the damage that has already been done. On 30 June, he will host a global conference on tipping points. Continue reading...

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12 h. ago England U21s vs Germany U21s: Euro 2025 final prediction, kick

Reigning champions looking to avenge group stage defeat against a familiar foe

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12 h. ago We’re Going on a Bear Hunt sculpture trail comes to Tatton Park this summer

Families will be able to follow the trail of 10 bright and colourful bears through the gardens and farm

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14 h. ago Monty Don urges anyone growing tomatoes to do one thing in July

Gardeners looking forward to delicious tomato crops this summer should complete this one simple task to protect their plants from a fast-spreading and preventable disease

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16 h. ago Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv hits warplanes in Russia as missile attack kills five in Ukraine

Ukrainian military claims strike on four Su-34 bombers at Marinovka base about 900km from border; Russian attack on Samar wounds 25. What we know on day 1,221See all our Ukraine war coverageUkraine’s military has said it struck four warplanes at an airbase in central Russia’s Volgograd region as part of a drive to hit Russian war assets. It said on Telegram it had hit four Su-34 aircraft at the Marinovka base outside the city of Volgograd, about 900km (550 miles) from the Ukrainian border. The post on Friday said the operation was conducted by the military’s special operations branch, together with the SBU security service and other services of the military. “According to preliminary information, four aircraft were hit, specifically SU-34 planes, as well as technical-operational facilities where different warplanes are serviced and repaired,” the statement said. There was no immediate comment from the Russian military.Ukraine’s military said the damage to Marinovka was being assesse...

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16 h. ago Justice Department abruptly fires 3 prosecutors involved in Jan. 6 criminal cases, AP sources say

The Justice Department has fired at least three prosecutors involved in U.S. Capitol riot criminal cases, according to two people familiar with the matter

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20 h. ago Beautiful, isolated and expensive: US expats on life in New Zealand

Americans are showing renewed interest in moving to NZ. Those who have made the leap love its free healthcare and natural beauty, but warn fleeing is not a ‘golden parachute’Californian Larry Keim has learned a thing or two in his 20 years living in New Zealand: good dill pickles are hard to come by, understanding kiwi slang will get you far, and if you think you’re going to get rich, forget it, “that ain’t gonna happen”.“But [New Zealand] is rich in so many other things that, at the end of the day, matter more.” Continue reading...

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20 h. ago Ministry of Defence accused of 'deceiving' Chinook crash victim families in legal fight update

The RAF Chinook ZD576 crashed in foggy weather on June 2, 1994 on the Mull of Kintyre.

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20 h. ago Families of Chinook crash victims press on with legal action against MoD

The RAF aircraft crashed carrying 25 British intelligence personnel crashed on the Mull of Kintyre in 1994.

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20 h. ago ‘It’s a concrete eyesore’: Locals and survivors rage over New Jersey’s ‘unfinished’ 9/11 memorial

Officials say the Empty Sky memorial is complete, but one of its designers and the families of those who perished say otherwise

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22 h. ago Alanis Morissette at Glastonbury review – spectacular sundown set by a unique feminist artist

Pyramid stageThe Canadian singer’s pared-down set showcases an undiminished vocal talent and life-affirming energyAlanis Morissette has landed the coveted pre-headliner “sundowner slot” on the Pyramid stage on Friday, and without any significant clashes, setting her up for a healthy crowd. Just in case you’re not familiar with who she is, her set opens with a helpful explanatory video emphasising her cultural impact with testimonials from Kelly Clarkson, Halsey and (actual Glastonbury headliner) Olivia Rodrigo, as well as clips from interviews giving a brief overview on her views (anti-war; “naturearchy” over patriarchy). This brazen American narration letting you know that you’re about to see a seven-time Grammy award-winner and a Very Influential Artist strikes a slightly odd note (or maybe just an un-English one). The spirit of Glastonbury, after all, is one where even the biggest star in the world must profess earnest and heartfelt gratitude for having been permitted to so much ...

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23 h. ago Trump says US will terminate trade talks with Canada over tax on technology companies – live

President accuses Canada of ‘direct and blatant attack’ over plans to tax US technology companiesThe Trump administration is readying a package of executive actions aimed at boosting energy supply to power the US expansion of artificial intelligence, according to four sources familiar with the planning, Reuters reports.US and China are locked in a technological arms race and with it secure an economic and military edge. The huge amount of data processing behind AI requires a rapid increase in power supplies that are straining utilities and grids in many states.The Israeli-US food distribution scheme in Gaza, Palestine, launched one month ago, is degrading Palestinians by design, forcing them to choose between starvation or risking their lives for minimal supplies.With over 500 people killed and nearly 4,000 wounded while seeking food, this scheme is slaughter masquerading as humanitarian aid and must be immediately dismantled Continue reading...

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23 h. ago Colorado funeral home owner sentenced to 20 years for cheating customers and government

Jon Hallford will also face sentencing in August for state case after pleading guilty to 191 counts of corpse abuseA Colorado funeral home owner who stashed nearly 190 dead bodies in a decrepit building and sent grieving families fake ashes was sentenced to 20 years in prison in federal court on Friday for cheating customers and defrauding the federal government out of nearly $900,000 in Covid-19 aid.Jon Hallford, the owner of Return to Nature funeral home, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud last year and had faced a maximum of 20 years in prison. Federal prosecutors are seeking a 15-year sentence and Hallford’s attorney asked for 10 years. Continue reading...

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24 h. ago Putin blamed as Russia warned it faces 'sharp increase' in rabies and grim diseases

Vladimir Putin's bonkers war on Ukraine could indirectly lead to a rise in rabies and other grim diseases in Russia - a group of veterinarians in Russia has warned of a vaccine shortage

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