71 m. ago Ukraine ‘destroys elite Russian unit’ in drone strike on Black Sea oil rig

The Black Sea oil rig is one of four that have been occupied by Russian forces for a decade

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74 m. ago Dick Cheney’s role in ‘war on terror’ may have paved way for Trumpism

Former US vice-president a key figure in expanding White House’s power and ‘corrupting the intelligence-policy relationship’ to sell Iraq warDick Cheney, vice-president and giant of Republican politics, dies aged 84Dick Cheney, who has died aged 84, came to be seen as a moderate in his later years for his staunch opposition to Donald Trump, but he also stands accused of paving the way for Trumpism by undermining the independence of the intelligence agencies and US adherence to international law.As George W Bush’s second-in-command in the “war on terror” declared after the 9/11 attacks, Cheney made himself one of the most powerful vice-presidents in US history, and was a key protagonist in the push to invade Iraq, as well as the use of torture on suspected al-Qaida members detained without charge in the CIA’s offshore “black sites”. Continue reading...

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85 m. ago ‘Look in the mirror’ – Jake Paul locked in furious war of words with Francis Ngannou and threatens to ‘sleep’ UFC icon

JAKE PAUL has become embroiled in a public war of words with Francis Ngannou following the cancellation of his clash with Gervonta Davis. The YouTube sensation's showdown with the WBA lightweight champion, which was due to air on Netflix next Saturday, was cancelled on Monday night. The fight was axed after Davis was sued by...

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1 hour ago Sudan civil war spiralling out of control, UN secretary general says

António Guterres calls for the violence to end but there appears little appetite for ceasefire proposed by USThe UN secretary general, António Guterres has said the war in Sudan is spiralling out of control as he called for a halt to the fighting and an end to the violence.The Rapid Support Forces (RSF), which are reportedly backed by the United Arab Emirates, seized El Fasher in Darfur last week after a near 18-month siege. Some of its soldiers have posted videos of civilians being shot, including in the town’s maternity hospital. Continue reading...

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1 hour ago Wayne Rooney gets clear Cristiano Ronaldo response after war of words with Virgil van Dijk

Manchester United icon Wayne Rooney risks getting into a new war of words with Cristiano Ronaldo - alongside his ongoing spat with Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk.

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2 h. ago The murder that haunts the Kennedys: Martha Moxley's loved ones reveal their truth in the FREE The Crime Desk newsletter... as accused cousin cleared in killing breaks cover

Martha Moxley, 15, was last seen by her family heading out into the cold October night to join friends carousing in the neighborhood in October 1975. She was found dead the following day.

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2 h. ago Wayne Rooney embroiled in new war of words with Cristiano Ronaldo after Virgil van Dijk spat

Cristiano Ronaldo has made a new Lionel Messi 'admission' which could see Wayne Rooney get into another disagreement after his back and forth with Virgil van Dijk

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3 h. ago Charming UK town set to transform into bustling Christmas market this winter

The town's Christmas markets are a must-visit for anyone looking to get into the festive spirit, with a wide range of stalls selling everything from food and drink to handmade gifts

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3 h. ago Beautiful small town perfect for autumn is home to one of the world's best hotels

The Michelin Guide has unveiled a new way of recognising the best hotels in the world, with three properties in Wales named as must-visit destinations

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3 h. ago Mortgage war erupts: Nationwide cuts rates to 3.64% as households see cheapest deals since 2022

A mortgage rate war has fully erupted after Nationwide became the latest lender to announce it's slashing home loan prices.

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3 h. ago RUSSELL MYERS reveals Prince William's new pledge as he joins his Brazilian island visit

The Mirror's Royal Editor Russell Myers has joined Prince William today on a visit to Paqueta Island close to Rio in Brazil, where he has revealed a new environmental promise made by the Prince of Wales

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3 h. ago He strangled his partner then wrote begging her to drop charges, then he paid her a visit

Simon Thomas went to see his partner the same day he was handed a suspended sentence

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4 h. ago Every home's bins have been examined in Welsh county where recycling is below target

A Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council official said every property has had a visit from enforcement officers over the past six to eight years

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4 h. ago Friedrich Merz says Syrians no longer have reason for asylum in Germany

Chancellor suggests deportations could begin ‘in the near future’ as government seeks to counter rise of AfDSyrians no longer have reason to be granted asylum in Germany after the end of their country’s civil war, according to Friedrich Merz, who said they will instead be encouraged to return to help with the reconstruction of their homeland.During Syria’s 14-year civil war, Germany took in more refugees than any other country in the EU, but the chancellor and others in his coalition cabinet argue that the situation has changed since the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s government eleven months ago. Continue reading...

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4 h. ago Remembering Dick Cheney: A life in photos from defense chief to VP

Dick Cheney, the former defense chief during the Persian Gulf War under President George H.W. Bush and vice president under Bush’s son George W. Bush, has died at age 84.

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4 h. ago Duke of Edinburgh praises pupils who braved expedition during Storm Amy

Edward met young people from across Wales during a visit to Cardiff and asked them about their activities as part of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award.

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4 h. ago ‘Music is my remedy’: how DJing is helping Ukraine’s war veterans with their recovery

At the Superhumans centre in Ukraine, the EnterDJ music therapy programme teaches war-wounded soldiers how to mix, rehabilitating them with dance music and providing purpose and opportunities to performIn Ukraine, sound carries a different weight: the cautionary blurt of sirens, Shahed drones humming overhead, the concussive thwack of air defence interception and the subsequent explosion. But as well as the sounds of war, which continue three and a half years into Russia’s full-scale invasion, music still plays, clubs remain open during the day (closing well before the midnight curfew), and electronic dance music remains an intrinsic part of many Ukrainian lives.Kyiv’s iconic clubs, such as K41, became bomb shelters before transforming into frontline fundraisers. Parties doubling up as cleanup operations are held at strike sites. New venues such as Abo Records – the first of many creative spaces to set up shop in an abandoned liquor factory – have emerged as gathering points where y...

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4 h. ago Gardeners' World's star says 'avoid' one thing during vital autumn gardening task

Gardeners' World presenter Joe Swift has shared the best time to mulch your garden beds ahead of the cold winter months - and there is one thing you should definitely 'avoid'

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4 h. ago Prince Harry 'stokes William war with revenge move that's left friends furious'

For the second time in a matter of months, Prince William and his younger brother, Prince Harry, are both undertaking major overseas engagements at the same time

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4 h. ago 4 changes Brits need to make to ensure their garden is protected from harsh weather

Here are some easy ways to protect your garden from cold and wet weather this month

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