2 h. ago UMass Lowell campus placed on lockdown over terrifying 'gunman' video

The University of Massachusetts Lowell campus has been placed on lockdown for a possible active shooter.

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3 h. ago UMass Lowell campus placed on lockdown as gunman remains at large

The University of Massachusetts Lowell campus has been placed on lockdown for a possible active shooter.

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4 h. ago UMass Lowell on lockdown for possible active shooter on campus

The University of Massachusetts Lowell campus has been placed on lockdown for a possible active shooter.

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4 h. ago Tuchel may scorn politics, but his England team cannot escape their symbolism | Jonathan Liew

As toxic nationalism spills over into our shared spaces, the England shirt is freighted with meaning for better or worseThe crosses of St George are flying all around me. Fair to say the opening line of Three Lions ’98 hits a little differently in 2025. The crosses of St George are being daubed on an Islamic centre in Basildon. The crosses of St George are being used to deface a Chinese takeaway in York. The crosses of St George are draped over men shouting at a three-star hotel from a mini-roundabout. The crosses of St George are retailing for about £2.36 on Temu, depending on whether you want them car-window sized, or big enough to write the words “GET OFF MY LAND” in the white spaces.Keir Starmer has declared that he is “a supporter of flags”. Alas, at the time of writing the prime minister’s position on other items of tactile fabric remains unclear. What does he think about blankets? Does he endorse or condemn the dishcloth? Not to be outdone, the home secretary, Yvette Cooper, ...

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4 h. ago Kobbie Mainoo sends clear Man United message to Ruben Amorim after brutal decision

Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo requested to leave the club on loan last week but remains at the club

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8 h. ago Canada’s Alberta pauses book ban after schools remove Handmaid’s Tale, 1984 and other classics

The province says it will review its controversial policy after outcry over removing beloved novels from classroomsThe Canadian province of Alberta says it will temporarily pause its controversial book ban “to ensure that our classic literary works remain in school libraries” after novels, including several warning of dystopian government overreach, were pulled from shelves.Premier Danielle Smith said the temporary pause would allow officials time to rework new rules that focus on how gender identity, sexual orientation or human sexuality are discussed in classrooms. Continue reading...

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8 h. ago Canada: Alberta pauses book ban after schools remove Handmaid’s Tale, 1984 and other classics

The province says it will review its controversial policy after outcry over removing beloved novels from classroomsThe Canadian province of Alberta says it will temporarily pause its controversial book ban “to ensure that our classic literary works remain in school libraries” after novels, including several warning of dystopian government overreach, were pulled from shelves.Premier Danielle Smith said the temporary pause would allow officials time to rework new rules that focus on how gender identity, sexual orientation or human sexuality are discussed in classrooms. Continue reading...

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9 h. ago Ester Sokler on the brink of Aberdeen loan exit as Jimmy Thelin trims down squad with a twist

The Slovenian forward will spend the remainder of the season away from Pittodrie

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11 h. ago Bruised Rudy Giuliani pictured in body brace as he gives health update after horror car crash

The former New York City mayor sounded upbeat as he joked about his harness-like brace, but admitted he was still in pain and remains 'injured pretty badly.'

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12 h. ago Inside pretty town dubbed 'Queen of the Cotswolds' that's frozen in time

It's one of the Cotswolds' best-preserved areas and has remained almost unchanged over the decades. It's a great place to visit as autumn approaches.

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13 h. ago Pat Cummins ready to ‘take a few risks’ with rehab to be fit for first Ashes Test

Australia captain to miss white-ball series against IndiaStarc retires from T20Is as squad named for New ZealandPat Cummins is prepared to “take a few risks” and be “aggressive” in his recovery from a back injury to lead Australia in this winter’s Ashes series.Australia’s captain will be absent for their forthcoming white-ball series against New Zealand and India because of lumbar bone stress, a common injury among fast bowlers with intense workloads. Cummins remains upbeat about being able to take to the field in the first Test against England, starting on 21 November in Perth, and he says he will do everything in his remit to avoid missing out. “That would be devastating [to be sidelined for the series opener], so we’ll be doing everything we can to try to be right for that,” Cummins said in Brisbane on Wednesday. “It’s a big Ashes series. It doesn’t get much bigger, so I think you’re willing to take a few risks and be a little bit aggressive to try and play as many Tests as you c...

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13 h. ago Motorcyclist remains hospitalized after crash with New London police cruiser, chief says

Motorcyclist remains hospitalized after crash with New London police cruiser, chief says  CT Insider

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13 h. ago Ardrossan Harbour purchase remains 'top priority' for Scottish Government

Cunninghame North MSP Kenneth Gibson pressed the Scottish Government over the purchase of Ardrossan Harbour.

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14 h. ago Trump cannot use Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelan gang members, appeals court rules – US politics live

2-1 decision from fifth circuit is the first federal appeals court ruling on presidential proclamation invoking 1798 lawHello and welcome to the US politics live blog for today. I am Tom Ambrose and I’ll be bringing you the latest news lines over the next few hours.We start with the news that a federal appeals court ruled on Tuesday that president Donald Trump unlawfully invoked the Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelans he alleged were part of a criminal gang.A judge has found the Trump administration’s use of national guard troops during southern California immigration enforcement protests was illegal. Judge Charles Breyer ruled on Tuesday that the administration violated federal law by sending troops to accompany federal agents on immigration raids. The judge did not require the remaining troops withdrawn, however.The US House of Representatives oversight committee released thousands of pages of records related to the disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein from the justice departme...

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15 h. ago Heritage chief quits as power struggle grips 'turbulent' Historic Environment Scotland

EXCLUSIVE: A power struggle is engulfing the top of Historic Environment Scotland after its chairman quit while its chief executive remains on sick leave.

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15 h. ago Meghan Markle shares gushing tribute to her mother Doria Ragland as she celebrates her 69th birthday

Meghan and her husband Prince Harry remain close to Doria, who lives close to the couple in California and reportedly has a 'granny flat' in their Montecito mansion.

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16 h. ago Shotts boss baflled by red card in cup exit as Drumchapel find late goal blitz

A 6-2 Scottish Cup defeat is tough to take after side sat level with 13 minutes remaining

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19 h. ago Alan Shearer perfectly sums up Marc Guehi and Liverpool saga after transfer collapsed

Marc Guehi will have to wait until at least January to join Liverpool after a deadline day move collapsed at the last minute, but the Crystal Palace star had earned plaudits for remaining professional throughout his saga

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20 h. ago ‘It kept me going’: halt to refugee reunion scheme in UK shatters hopes

Afghan man seeking asylum and permission to bring wife to Britain describes shock at home secretary’s announcementThe hopes of asylum seekers aiming to be reunited with their loved ones in the UK have been shattered after the home secretary announced on Monday that new applications to the family reunion scheme were to be suspended. The prospect of reuniting with spouses and children after reaching safety is often what sustains those trying to reach Britain during their difficult journeys.Immigration lawyers are urgently working to lodge applications while the scheme remains open in cases of people who have been granted refugee status. The suspension will last until the spring and it is likely that any new scheme will be more restrictive than the current one, the Home Office said. Continue reading...

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21 h. ago Addressing drug deaths must remain a top priority despite drop in figures

Record View says Scotland's current national strategy on drugs deaths has failed.

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