16 m. ago Democrat wins special election for seat formerly held by murdered Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman

‘I will work hard every day to carry forward Speaker Melissa Hortman’s legacy,’ Democrat Xp Lee said after his electoral victory Tuesday

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4 h. ago Trump hails UK as ‘very special place’ ahead first full day of state visit

Donald Trump said he ‘loves’ the UK after he arrived in London ahead of his second state visit.

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4 h. ago Third of UK parents have sought special needs assessment for their child, survey finds

Parentkind charity also says 33% of parents of children with special educational needs reported financial strainOne in three parents have sought a special needs assessment for their child, according to a survey that reveals a surge in demand for special needs support in schools across the UK.The figures were released amid mounting apprehension in England over national plans to reform special needs provision amid rising costs and a severe shortage of dedicated special school places. Continue reading...

Society

4 h. ago Problem gamblers four times more at risk of suicide attempt by age 24 – study

Data from the Avon Longitudinal Study of Parents and Children (ALSPAC) study, also know as the Children of the 90s study, was analysed.

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5 h. ago Two parents face capital murder charges and accused of turning to prayer not medical care for dying child

Qwentosha Massaquoi and Louis Moinina Massaquoi accused of ‘shocking’ abuse of 12-year-old son and premeditating his murder

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6 h. ago For some Dobson kids, focusing on the family led to estrangement

Focus on the Family founder James Dobson, who died last month at age 89, was long celebrated as a champion of family values and parental discipline

Politics

6 h. ago California judge rejects Menendez brothers’ request for new trial

Claims that brothers were sexually abused didn’t supersede ‘premeditation and deliberation’ of killings, says judgeA California judge has rejected a request for a new trial for Erik and Lyle Menendez, saying the allegations that the brothers were sexually abused did not supersede their “premeditation and deliberation” when they killed their parents more than 35 years ago.The ruling Monday by Los Angeles superior court judge William C Ryan comes just weeks after the brothers were denied parole and shuts down another possible path to freedom for the two who have served nearly 30 years in prison. Ryan denied a May 2023 petition seeking a review of their convictions based on new evidence supporting their claims of sexual abuse by their father. Continue reading...

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7 h. ago Stacey Solomon left speechless as husband Joe Swash's 'surprise' goes very wrong

Joe Swash left his wife Stacey Solomon speechless as he planned a special Valentine's Day surprise

Politics

7 h. ago California judge denies Menendez brothers' petition for new trial

A California judge has rejected a request for a new trial for Erik and Lyle Menendez, shutting down another possible path to freedom for the brothers who have served decades in prison for killing their parents in 1989

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7 h. ago Sickening sex dolls that look like kids advertised for sale on Facebook

Social media giant Meta has profited from over 1,300 ads from websites promoting child-like sex dolls despite the ban on importing them to the UK, a joint investigation between the Mirror and the Bureau of Investigative Journalism has found.

Politics

8 h. ago Pregnant Georgia Harrison imposing strict ban on first child

Former Love Island and Love Island All Stars favourite Georgia Harrison is expecting her first child this November - and the mum-to-be has already imposed strict rules about her child's future

Politics

8 h. ago 'Les Misérables' Celebrates 40th Anniversary with Special Charity Gala Performance at London’s Sondheim Theatre

'Les Misérables' Celebrates 40th Anniversary with Special Charity Gala Performance at London’s Sondheim Theatre  The Arts Shelf

Culture

9 h. ago Parents of Southport killer knew their son was ordering knives online before the attack, inquiry hears

Fingerprints belonging to Axel Rudakubana 's mother were discovered on packaging of the knife he used to murder three young girls at the Taylor Swift dance class.

Events

9 h. ago Chelsea: Enzo Maresca reveals message to Nicolas Jackson as Blues prepare to face Bayern

Loanee striker is able to face his parent club tomorrow night

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11 h. ago Tree of the Year 2025: This week is your last chance to vote for the UK's top tree

Some of these spectacular trees have special meaning to Radiohead fans, Beatlemaniacs and film buffs alike 🌳

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11 h. ago Owen Cooper, 15, joins his parents in the smoking area after scooping gong for Best Supporting Actor and making history as the youngest male Emmy winner ever for Netflix's Adolescence

The actor, 15, who shot to fame earlier this year in Netflix 's Adolescence, won Best Supporting Actor on Sunday night.

Culture

11 h. ago Made In Chelsea's Sam Vanderpump and fiancée Alice Yaxley expecting first baby

Made In Chelsea stars Sam Vanderpump and Alice Yaxley, who recently got engaged, have announced that they are expecting their first child together

Politics

11 h. ago Very best of community spirit on show at 2025 North Lanarkshire Provost Awards

Held at Dalziel Park on Friday, September 12, the awards brought together nominees, families, and community representatives for a special afternoon of celebration.

Events

11 h. ago Parents of Southport killer thought he had ‘gone for a walk’, inquiry hears

Counsel to the inquiry Nicholas Moss KC said the killer’s family would be a ‘significant’ topic for the inquiry.

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12 h. ago ‘Real risk’ of Scotland falling behind in tackling grooming gangs, Tories claim

A Tory amendment which would have required research into child sexual abuse and exploitation to be carried out was voted down by MSPs,

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