2 h. ago The handshake that shook the world: Why Putin left grinning and Trump insisted he'd stood firm after three

The world had waited with bated breath but the Don and Vlad show ended in confusion rather than with a bang.

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3 h. ago Trump says no Ukraine agreement after Putin talks as he advises Zelenskyy to ‘make a deal’ – live

US president tells Fox’s Sean Hannity meeting with Russian leader in Alaska was ‘10’ out of 10 and puts onus on Ukrainian presidentNo deal after brief Trump-Putin talks on Ukraine in AlaskaThe president has yet to deplane, but is currently greeting Alaska governor Muke Dunleavy and senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan, all Republicans, aboard Air Force One, per the White House.White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt also says that for the expanded bilateral meeting and lunch, Trump, Rubio, and Witkoff will be joined by treasury secretary Scott Bessent, commerce secretary Howard Lutnick, defense secretary Pete Hegseth, and White House chief of staff Susie Wiles. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago He rolled out the red carpet for an indicted war criminal and all Trump got was an invitation to Moscow

Putin humiliated Trump, agreed no ceasefire, and now the U.S. President has to sell that to his allies, Sam Kiley, World Affairs Editor, explains

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4 h. ago Dear Nicola, When I look at what you have done to my homeland, I feel like weeping. Now you're nothing more than a two bit celeb with a book to flog: JAN MOIR

She was the first woman to enter Bute House as First Minister and 'won all eight of the elections I contested as SNP leader'. Now, everybody wants a piece of Nicola, and no wonder.

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4 h. ago Transwomen are banned from female changing rooms by Virgin Active after the threat of legal action by TV star

The gym chain, who have 230 clubs based across eight countries worldwide, sent an email to its customers on Friday morning informing them of the 'important update' to their 'club rules'.

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5 h. ago ‘No deal until there’s a deal’: Trump and Putin come to ‘agreements’ over Ukraine but no ceasefire

Putin and Trump emerged after closed-door talks in Anchorage, Alaska, stretched almost three hours

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5 h. ago Trump and Putin peace talks end in NO DEAL as Vlad floats Moscow meetup

The US President ended the summit saying there's 'no deal until there's a deal' after confessing there were 'still things to be agreed to' following peace negotiations

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6 h. ago Putin invites Trump to Moscow as they seal Ukraine 'agreement' but details remain a secret

Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin met in Alaska on Friday (August 15) and ended up making an "agreement" with one another but would not state the details to the media at this time

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6 h. ago 'I'm terrified but I've always wanted to do the Edinburgh Fringe'

The EastEnders actor has made a career out of stepping out of her comfort zone

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6 h. ago Fuzzy hats and a ban on swearing: the New Zealand town that bonds over curling

Scottish goldminers first brought the sport to Central Otago and the traditions live on as farmers sweep stones and catch up on the iceOn a July evening in Alexandra, a small town in New Zealand’s South Island, the temperature is a chilly 3C. While most of the town is in quiet darkness, at Ice Inline Molyneux Park, the lights are on and the banter is abundant. It’s a social curling night, and the shouts of “sweeeep!” can be heard from the car park. Players from teams with names such as the “Plonkers”, “Too Dam Cold” and “Doome and Broom” gather on the outdoor ice rink, sweeping furiously as 11kg curling stones move across the ice.L-R: A collection of enamel badges from curling competitions and tournaments. Curling stones ready to be put away after a Thursday night social curling game in Alexandra. Continue reading...

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6 h. ago Rybakina happy to have controversial coach back as she beats Sabalenka

Former Wimbledon champion races to 6-1, 6-4 victoryShe defends previously banned coach Stefano VukovElena Rybakina has described herself as satisfied by the return of her coach Stefano Vukov as she produced an imperious performance at the Cincinnati Open, dismantling Aryna Sabalenka, the world No 1 and defending champion, 6-1, 6-4 to reach the semi-finals.Rybakina, the 2022 Wimbledon champion, put together a performance of the highest quality on Friday afternoon as she served efficiently and completely overpowered one of the most destructive shotmakers in the world. Continue reading...

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7 h. ago Washington DC and White House agree to scale back Trump ‘takeover’ of city police

US capital’s city law enforcement will remain under control of its chief, Pamela SmithWhite House officials and attorneys for Washington DC have agreed to scale back the Trump administration’s takeover of the city’s police department.Under an agreement announced early Friday evening, the US capital city’s metropolitan police department will remain under the control of its chief, Pamela Smith, instead of Terry Cole, the Drug and Enforcement Administration (DEA’s) top administrator, according to reports. Continue reading...

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7 h. ago Donald Trump 'sickens' onlookers with telling greeting he gave to Vladimir Putin

Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin have met in Alaska to discuss a ceasefire in Ukraine, with the US President warning he "won't be happy" if an agreement isn't reached

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7 h. ago Lip reader reveals the tarmac whispers between Trump and Putin that hint at historic Ukraine deal: 'I'll help you'

Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin appeared to agree to 'help' each other strike a deal as they met in person for the first time in six years.

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9 h. ago Taylor Swift fans are convinced pop superstar has secretly agreed to play the Super Bowl halftime show... here's why

One of the many topics Taylor Swift discussed in her appearance on boyfriend Travis Kelce's podcast, New Heights, may have been an Easter Egg to her long-standing fans.

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9 h. ago Coldplay frontman Chris Martin surprises Yorkshire pub for intimate performance

It comes hot on the heels of the bands world tour

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10 h. ago Home which is a 'magnet drugs and trouble' slapped with banning order

It means peace at last for neighbours in Bond Street in Macclesfield, say police

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10 h. ago Bradley Walsh reveals The Chase 'ban' and says 'I'd be fired'

The Chase host Bradley Walsh has been presenting the ITV gameshow since it first aired in 2009 and appeared on BBC's The One Show ahead of the new series.

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11 h. ago Couple hoping to open restaurant told they can't offer takeaway service

Council officers said it would lead to 'indiscriminate' parking nearby and planning inspector agrees

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11 h. ago Still time to have your say on future of Overtoun Park bandstand

The B-listed structure was destroyed by fire in June 2024.

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