67 m. ago ‘There is no life’: Kupiansk’s slow demise reflects the fate of cities on Ukraine’s frontline

After more than two years of attacks, much of the population has left and the remaining soldiers are stuck in a war ‘going nowhere’Lyubov Lobunets, 77, left her home in the frontline Ukrainian city of Kupiansk in August when it was hit by a Russian explosive.“I was in a five-storey building,” she explained , speaking from a centre for the displaced in nearby Kharkiv. “I don’t know whether it was a Russian missile or bomb that hit the building but it started a fire, and when the flames reached my floor, I was stuck because the door was damaged and I couldn’t escape.” Continue reading...

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98 m. ago MSP behind proposals to criminalise buying sex accuses “pimp lobby” of normalising exploitation of women

The proposed new laws would mean people paying for prostitution could be fines of up to £10,000 and face jail time.

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4 h. ago Strictly's Nikita Kuzmin spotted kissing celebrity partner Amber Davies on the head as insiders say the pair's 'sizzling chemistry' has 'raised eyebrows from colleagues'

The dancer, 27, was snapped as he gently pecked Amber's head whilst emerging from a training session for the BBC competition.

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9 h. ago Nebraska teacher and her boyfriend accused of trafficking one of her students

Jamie Love is listed as a teacher of the deaf on the Nebraska school’s website

Society

9 h. ago Grooming gang victims who quit inquiry hit back at joint letter sent by Sir Keir Starmer

Fiona Goddard (pictured) and Elizabeth Harper were among the four women who left the national probe's victim and survivors liaison panel this week.

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9 h. ago Soaring cases of soldiers accused of flashing and perving on colleagues

EXCLUSIVE: Investigations increased by 300% in 12 months, with pervs targeting mainly female members of the armed forces, military wives and civilian women

Sport

10 h. ago I’m engaged but had wild sex with gorgeous colleague on a ‘bonding weekend’ – is my marriage doomed?

DEAR DEIDRE: MY company sent me on a bonding weekend – and it I bonded very well with one colleague in particular. I had a wild night with a woman who does the same job as me in a different branch. Should I tell my fiancée? I’m 26 and have been in my job for...

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11 h. ago Michael Stewart accuses Rangers of 'gaslighting' fans as he insists Danny Rohl misstep exposes truth

The appointment of the German head coach followed a prolonged search for Russell Martin's successor

Events

11 h. ago Vladimir Kramnik denies wrongdoing in death of US chess star Daniel Naroditsky

Police probing Naroditsky death as possible suicideKramnik denies blame, claims harassment campaignFide to review ex-champion’s conduct after tragedyVladimir Kramnik has broken his silence following the death of American grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky, calling the 29-year-old’s passing a tragedy while accusing critics of mounting an “unprecedentedly cynical and unlawful campaign of harassment” against him and his family.The 50-year-old former world champion, who has faced widespread condemnation for accusing Naroditsky of online cheating without evidence, expressed condolences but denied any personal attacks. Continue reading...

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12 h. ago Alex Scott could become new Strictly host amid 'feud' with Dan Walker

Alex Scott is one of the favourites to replace Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman as the host of Strictly Come Dancing, but the former Lionesses star has a history with one of her BBC colleagues.

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15 h. ago Barcelona star Lamine Yamal fans the flames ahead of El Clasico as he accuses Real Madrid of ‘ROBBERY’

LAMINE YAMAL has fueled the flames ahead of El Clasico after accusing Real Madrid of "ROBBERY". The Barcelona star has suggested that Los Blancos will "steal and complain" in order to gain favourable refereeing decisions. Real Madrid host the Catalonians at the Santiago Bernabeu on Sunday afternoon. Just two points are separating the arch rivals...

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15 h. ago 'Woke' producers cut 'deaf, dumb and blind' line from The Who's Pinball Wizard in Live Aid West End musical

Fans have now accused the show's producers of 'wokery at its worst' and said people 'should boycott the show if the lyrics aren't reinstated'.

Politics

17 h. ago David Beckham treatment slammed by MLS fans upset by Lionel Messi allegation

Lionel Messi and David Beckham were accused of benefiting from FIFA favouritism following a controvervial decision ahead of the Club World Cup

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19 h. ago Argentina goes to polls amid economic crisis and Trump ‘interference’

Poor showing in Sunday’s election would deal hammer blow to country’s radical libertarian president, Javier MileiArgentina’s radical libertarian leader, Javier Milei, is facing a pivotal moment in his presidency with voters set to deliver their verdict on his two-year-old administration on Sunday against a backdrop of political and economic crisis and accusations that his ally Donald Trump is meddling in the country’s affairs.A poor showing in Sunday’s midterm election would be a hammer blow to Milei, who took power in December 2023 pledging to kickstart “a new era of peace and prosperity” by slashing spending and inflation. Continue reading...

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19 h. ago Wales legends publicly accuse WRU of 'spinning words' as Alun Wyn Jones slams 'unfair' treatment

The WRU's plan to cut the number of professional teams in Wales from four to three has been met with a mixed reaction

Politics

21 h. ago Everybody hates Russ: how the NFL’s nicest guy became its most resented | Andrew Lawrence

Russell Wilson built his career on faith, charm and polish. Now the NFL’s perennial nice guy has become proof that sincerity can backfire in professional footballThey say you can’t win football games with too many choir boys. One choir boy might be too many in the case of Russell Wilson, the NFL’s would-be Mr Congeniality. From the off the New York Giants quarterback has gone to lengths to distinguish himself as the game’s most likable star, the kind of player kids look up to and opponents look out for. And all it seems to do is breed resentment.Wilson’s closest collaborators struggle to speak his name without spitting. Richard Sherman, the standout former defensive back turned Prime Video analyst, begrudges Wilson for the favoritism he received from management during their years together in Seattle. KJ Wright, another prominent member of that Legion of Boom defense, accuses Wilson of betraying locker room bonds. Marshawn Lynch, the delightful but famously reticent Seahawks running ...

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21 h. ago Trump’s men come to Israel with plenty to say. But they’re silent on any real future for Gaza | Roy Schwartz

Kushner, Witkoff, Vance and Rubio – they’ve all been sent to keep the ceasefire in place. Now we need to hear about a concrete planThese days present quite a unique phenomenon: the first-ever US march of the babysitters. They vary in their qualifications and attributes, but they all share the same mission – to prevent an Israeli breach, or even destruction, of Gaza’s fragile ceasefire. Since the war ended, there have been few days without at least one of Donald Trump’s envoys on the ground. Just this past week saw the likes of Jared Kushner, Steve Witkoff, JD Vance and Marco Rubio – all arriving to perform their duties.Israel keeps them busy. In just a few days it launched a series of attacks in Gaza after the killings of two Israel Defense Forces (IDF) soldiers – resulting, according to reports, in dozens of Palestinian casualties. Several ministers called for a resumption of the war, and the Knesset passed a preliminary decision to annex the West Bank. The US reaction was somewher...

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21 h. ago Woman accused of attempted murder after allegedly stabbing ex while he slept

Ausra Baltramaitiene is charged with attempted murder, entering as a trespasser and inflicting grievous bodily harm.

Events

23 h. ago Man 'downed Jägerbombs with girlfriend's brother then killed him', court told

Stephen Bates, 42, is on trial accused of murdering Martin O'Donovan, 42, by running him down with his car during an argument in April, Liverpool Crown Court was told

Events

26 h. ago ‘Dare to change’: Ivory Coast heads to the polls as rivals seek to oust Ouattara

Incumbent leader, 83, is accused of cracking down on political dissent and overseeing unequal economic growthAlassane Ouattara is seeking a fourth presidential term as Ivory Coast goes to the polls on Saturday, after a campaign in which he touted economic growth while facing accusations that he has overseen a growing intolerance towards dissent.An estimated 8.7 million people are eligible to vote. Four candidates are challenging the incumbent, including the former first lady Simone Ehivet Gbagbo and a trio of former ministers: Henriette Lagou Adjoua, Ahoua Don Mello and Jean-Louis Billon. Continue reading...

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