52 m. ago Scrutiny grows over Trump competence – but can an unfit president be removed?

Impeachment and 25th amendment offer routes for removal – but experts say system is set up to protect the presidentDonald Trump looked out across the White House ballroom at his audience of wealthy donors and business figures – people who had given millions of dollars to his extravagant plan to build a vast ballroom attached to the building’s East Wing.The president, 79, told the crowd he had enjoyed a “really historic trip” to the Middle East, and indulged in some of his familiar patter: saying his tariffs were successful, and claiming that under Joe Biden, countries were “literally emptying out insane asylums into our country”. Continue reading...

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24 h. ago The historic East Ayrshire mining village once named Scotland's 'most dismal'

It was previously criticised for its "derelict properties".

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29 h. ago UK's prettiest winter village has been named as is the cosiest place imaginable

Visitors say the village is "warm and inviting" and perfect for winter walks

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4 d. ago Beautiful New Forest spot with 'splendid' palace named 'prettiest village' for winter trips

The New Forest destination lauded for its picturesque palace, renowned motor museum and stunning river has been dubbed of one of the top UK villages for a winter getaway

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4 d. ago ‘Picturesque’ coastal village named best in Wales for ‘winter escapes’

The destination has been dubbed a 'hidden treasure' and is known for its 'standout attractions and experiences', helping it win the title of Wales' 'prettiest' winter village

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7 d. ago ‘For the sake of peace’: why a Palestinian forgives the Israeli soldier who shot him

Exclusive: Munib al-Masri Jr is part of a campaign asking the UK to help create a ‘just future’ in Palestine – starting with an apology for its role in the crisisHe has spent 14 years in pain, adjusting to paralysis below the waist. But Munib al-Masri Jr, 37, says he forgives the Israeli soldier who shot him.Masri is among Palestinians who welcomed the UK’s recognition of Palestinian statehood last month but are pushing the government to go further. The Britain Owes Palestine campaign that Masri is part of wants the UK to formally apologise for what they say is its historical role in creating the Middle East crisis, as ceasefire talks bring an uneasy peace to the region and raise questions about its future. Continue reading...

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7 d. ago Donald Trump tells crowds there are world leaders he 'doesn't like at ALL' as he teases who they are

Leaders from across the world stood behind the US President as he delivered a speech following the signing of an historic peace deal in the Middle East which has brought an end to the war in Gaza

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7 d. ago Hamas releases final hostages as Trump hails ‘historic dawn’ in Middle East

Israel frees more than 1,900 Palestinian prisoners as first phase of peace plan is implemented

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7 d. ago Trump attends Egypt summit after hailing ‘historic dawn of a new Middle East’

President addressed Knesset after release of all remaining living Israeli hostages from Gaza

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7 d. ago Trump arrives in Egypt after hailing ‘historic dawn of a new Middle East’

Address to Knesset followed release of all remaining living Israeli hostages in Gaza

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8 d. ago Trump hails 'historic dawn of a new Middle East' as Hamas releases Israeli hostages

A peace deal is due to be signed in Egypt

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8 d. ago Trump heads for Egypt after hailing ‘historic dawn of a new Middle East’

Address to Knesset followed release of all remaining living Israeli hostages in Gaza

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8 d. ago Watch: Trump’s historic Middle East speech interrupted by Israeli politicians

Donald Trump’s speech to Israel’s Knesset was interrupted by Israeli politicians on Monday, 13 October.

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8 d. ago Gaza latest LIVE: Donald Trump hails 'historic dawn of new Middle East' as freed Israeli hostages reunited with loved ones

US President Donald Trump addressing Israel’s parliament after declaring ‘the war is over’

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8 d. ago Trump heralds dawn of a new Middle East in historic speech as hostages are freed and test of fragile Gaza ceasefire begins

President Donald Trump trumpeted the dawn of a 'new Middle East' during a speech before the Israeli parliament on Monday, just over two years after Hamas militants invaded Israel.

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8 d. ago McTominay and Adams strike as dismal Scotland edge out Belarus and seal playoff slot

Someone within Hampden Park had the temerity to blast Freed From Desire over the public address system at full time. A song normally reserved for euphoric moments only just drowned out the jeers that met a Scotland victory. People just want more and more? Too right they do.Steve Clarke and his players edged closer to the World Cup with this win. It was just that a return to that scene for the first time since 1998 felt a million miles away as the Scots limped and laboured past Belarus. “We know we have got to be better, man,” admitted Scott McTominay. The Napoli midfielder was even more profound as he scored Scotland’s second; latter word “me” and the first a rhyme with “duck.” McTominay’s lack of celebrations perfectly depicted Scotland’s messy night. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Stunning 17th century manor house where comedy icon Bob Monkhouse spent the last decades of his life goes on the market

The Grade II listed property, named Claridges, in the village of Eggington is where the comic spent the last 28 years of his life and also where he peacefully passed away in his sleep from cancer.

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1 week ago Trump claims Gaza hostages will be freed NEXT WEEK as he readies for historic Middle East trip

LIVE UPDATES: Follow the latest developments as Israel and Hamas agree to the first phase of Donald Trump's Middle East peace deal with a ceasefire in Gaza set to come into effect.

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1 week ago Trump claims Gaza hostages will be freed NEXT WEEK as he readies for historic Middle East trip: Live updates

LIVE UPDATES: Follow the latest developments as Israel and Hamas agree to the first phase of Donald Trump's Middle East peace deal with a ceasefire in Gaza set to come into effect.

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1 week ago The city once named Scotland's 'most dismal place' and it's not Edinburgh or Glasgow

"It has been left behind by the likes of Dundee..."

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