60 m. ago Offender with 'bad history of violence' jailed after hitting man on head with bat during street brawl

David McLean, 44, claimed he carried the weapon because he was scared the other male would attack him following a long-running dispute.

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60 m. ago Rangers strongest XI for Panathinaikos as Thelo Aasgaard injury blow opens door for Euro history

We're just days away from competitive football returning to Ibrox and we've picked the strongest XI Rangers fans can expect

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1 hour ago British and Irish Lions: Andy Farrell makes history with all

Lions set for their first real Test against Wallabies

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1 hour ago Untamed review – Eric Bana’s national park thriller is as beautiful as it is totally predictable

The actor is like Bear Grylls with a badge in a macho Yosemite-set detective drama that’s very easy on the eye. It’s not the smartest, but the mountains are lovelyUntamed is a blunt force thriller, set in Yosemite national park in California, starring Eric Bana as a macho special agent who prefers silence to talking and horses to motorised vehicles. It is perfectly serviceable though oddly retro – not just because it scoffs at petrol engines, but because it feels as if it could have been made in the 1990s. Even a crucial smartphone plotline doesn’t come into it until very close to the end, and although park rangers have become a political hot potato in the US, national politics emphatically do not exist here.That makes Untamed an undemanding watch, but don’t expect much depth. It’s as easy on the eye as it is straightforward. Bana is Kyle Turner, technically not a park ranger, even though he’s dressed like one, but an ISB Special Agent, which gives him extra-special cop powers. Devo...

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1 hour ago History In London! Hanuman Chalisa Recited In UK Parliament, Chants Led By Baba Dhirendra Shashtri

History In London! Hanuman Chalisa Recited In UK Parliament, Chants Led By Baba Dhirendra Shashtri- WATCH  Times Now

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2 h. ago Can I really be fined €6,900 for going to Spain without travel insurance?

I read a story that said Spain could start issuing fines of up to €6,900 to British holidaymakers if they cannot produce proof of travel insurance covering medical costs.

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3 h. ago Delay another day: why Britain can’t (yet) see America’s buzziest movies and TV shows

From the Emmy-nominated medical drama ‘The Pitt’ to acclaimed A24 indies including ‘Materialists’ and ‘Bring Her Back’, some of the hottest US films and TV shows are taking months – or even years – to arrive on UK shores. And, according to distributors and experts, it’s something we ought to get used to, writes Al Horner

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4 h. ago ‘Call to action’ as Scotland’s financial services sector looks to add 16,000 jobs

“Scotland’s financial services sector must continue to reinforce existing strengths and address potential barriers to growth” – Sue Dawe, EY Scotland

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8 h. ago Labour's move to create official definition of Islamophobia is condemned as 'nonsensical'

Sir Trevor Phillips said it was 'nonsensical' to introduce a government-backed definition because there were plenty of existing laws protecting Muslims from hate crimes.

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9 h. ago Wes Streeting to meet resident doctors’ leaders in bid to avoid strikes

The Health Secretary has insisted the Government will not budge on pay, but said discussions could focus on improving working lives of medics.

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11 h. ago Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles spark outrage over LGBT character who takes over from Raphael

Jennika, a yellow-masked mutant and member of the TMNT universe, has officially made history as the first openly LGBTQ + turtle in the franchise.

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14 h. ago How Sweden became a progressive powerhouse of women’s football

The country has a long history of championing the women’s game, pioneering coaching and iconic playersFor a nation with a population of 10 million, with a men’s national side that failed to quality for three of the past four World Cups, Sweden have a track record in women’s football that belongs to a sporting superpower.Sweden finished third at three of the past four Women’s World Cups and are five-time World Cup semi-finalists. They also claimed the silver medal at the Rio de Janeiro and Tokyo Olympics. In Europe, their success is even more consistent and they stand one win from a 10th European semi-final when they meet England in Zurich on Thursday. Their men’s national side has not reached a world or European semi-final for more than 30 years. Continue reading...

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15 h. ago PEPFAR keeps millions of people with HIV alive and may be spared from Trump spending cuts

The program known as PEPFAR is one of the most effective and popular U.S. foreign aid projects in history, and the government says it has saved the lives of over 25 million people around the world with HIV

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15 h. ago Winners of £216million EuroMillions jackpot break their silence as they reveal plans for their fortune and the surprising part of their life they'll keep the same

The family, who have chosen to remain anonymous, bagged the largest EuroMillions prize in Irish history after purchasing a ticket at Clifford's Centra in Cork City.

Economics

15 h. ago Size of illegal cosmetic surgery trade unknown, health regulator admits

Andy Morling, a director of criminal enforcement at the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency, said they 'don't have a baseline to understand how big this trade is'

Events

16 h. ago Why Newcastle should be your next weekend city break in the UK

Amelia Neath discovers a northern city bursting with artistic communities, folksy pub sessions and well-preserved history

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16 h. ago Queen Camilla shakes hand of adorable little boy on board HMS Astute after becoming first UK woman to hold top Naval role

The royal, 77, attended the event in Plymouth, which marked the end of HMS Astute's first commission, which is the longest first commission of any Royal Navy submarine in history, at over 15 years.

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17 h. ago The push to defund Planned Parenthood hit other clinics in Maine. Now their group is suing

Planned Parenthood isn't the only abortion provider that stands to lose Medicaid payments under a budget plan signed by President Donald Trump

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17 h. ago Queen Camilla makes history as she's handed yet another prestigious title

While attending a ceremony at Devonport naval base, Queen Camilla has been awarded an esteemed title in a historic move, making her the first royal family member and first woman to hold the designation

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17 h. ago Oasis' Noel Gallagher's secret visit to key part of band's history ahead of reunion gigs

Noel visited the famous Rockfield Studios in Monmouthshire earlier this year, to celebrate 30 years of (What's the Story) Morning Glory?

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