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Deadlock over NHS pay putting patients in danger, chief nurses warn
Read More Unions say government making no moves to resolve dispute as staff in England prepare for biggest strikes in service’s history Deadlock over NHS pay is putting patients in danger and risks hardening the position of unions, ten chief nurses have warned on the eve of the biggest strikes in the health service’s history.…
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Pope and protestant leaders denounce anti-gay laws
Read MorePope Francis said laws which criminalise homosexuality were a sin and “an injustice”.Pope Francis said laws which criminalise homosexuality were a sin and “an injustice”.
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Trump documents: Congress offered briefing on records kept at Mar-a-Lago
Read More Lawmakers may not be satisfied given subsequent discoveries involving Joe Biden and Mike Pence US officials have offered to brief congressional leaders on their investigation into classified documents found at Donald Trump’s Florida residence, people familiar with the matter said on Sunday. A briefing could come as soon as this week but may…
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Iran acknowledges “tens of thousands” still detained for protests
Read MoreIran’s supreme leader reportedly has ordered an amnesty or reduction in prison sentences for “tens of thousands” of people detained amid the nationwide protests shaking the country.Iran’s supreme leader reportedly has ordered an amnesty or reduction in prison sentences for “tens of thousands” of people detained amid the nationwide protests shaking the country.
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What will changes in the US Democratic primary calendar mean?
Read MoreSouth Carolina is replacing Iowa as the first US state to vote in primary elections.South Carolina is replacing Iowa as the first US state to vote in primary elections.
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Europe and the G7 Are Stepping Up Fossil Fuel-Related Sanctions on Russia
Read More On Sunday, the European Union enacted its latest embargo against Russia, banning the import of the country’s diesel fuel and other oil products amid their ongoing invasion of Ukraine. Russia heavily relies on revenue from its oil-and-gas industry; the country is the third-largest oil producer in the world. In 2021 alone, revenue from…
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UN peacekeeper killed in attack on helicopter in DR Congo
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Sunak thought to have spent thousands on helicopter trips since becoming PM
Read More Commutes from London to Richmond constituency by private helicopter would have taken about 2hr 15 by train Rishi Sunak has taken private helicopter trips to his constituency in North Yorkshire costing thousands of pounds since he became prime minister, the Guardian understands. The commute to Richmond from a London heliport is likely to…
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Return train tickets expected to be scrapped in UK rail shake-up
Read More The often discounted rate is to be replaced with two singles costing the same as the present return fare Return tickets will be scrapped and new digital ticketing introduced under reforms of the British rail system expected to be announced this week. The two-way tickets, which offer a discounted rate, will be replaced…
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US officials offer Congress briefing on Trump documents
Read MoreThe Biden administration has offered to brief congressional leaders on its investigation into the classified documents found at former President Donald Trump’s Florida residenceThe Biden administration has offered to brief congressional leaders on its investigation into the classified documents found at former President Donald Trump’s Florida residence
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Microplastics found in human veins
Read More Researchers discovered 15 particles of the contaminants per gram of vein tissue in the first study of its kind Microplastics have been found for the first time in human vein tissue, a team of researchers from the University of Hull revealed last week. Five distinct types of microplastic were discovered in samples taken…
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Parents’ tribute to ‘vibrant’ girl mauled to death by shark in front of friends
Read More Stella Berry’s parents say she was ‘the best daughter we could have hoped for’ Stella Berry’s parents say she was ‘the best daughter we could have hoped for’
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Talk of resignation and retreat swirls in Ukraine as Bakhmut enters endgame
Read More Speculation rife that Ukraine’s defence minister will be forced to resign as Russia steps up attacks on eastern side of city Ukraine’s defence minister sought to dismiss speculation in Kyiv that he would be forced to resign or be reshuffled at a lengthy press conference where he also claimed that Russia was taking…
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European Union bans Russian diesel, oil products over Ukraine
Read MoreMove comes after the bloc found new supplies of diesel from the US, Middle East and India to replace Russian energy.Move comes after the bloc found new supplies of diesel from the US, Middle East and India to replace Russian energy.
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Tár and The Banshees of Inisherin take top honours at London film critics awards
Read More Cate Blanchett wins actress of the year while Banshees picks up three acting awards, including actor of the year for Colin Farrell Classical music drama Tár and Martin McDonagh’s The Banshees of Inisherin has won the main prizes at the the London Critics’ Circle film awards. The former, starring Cate Blanchett as conductor…
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China balloon: US searches in Atlantic for wreckage
Read MoreThe US is trying recover debris from the suspected spy balloon that fell in shallow waters off South Carolina.The US is trying recover debris from the suspected spy balloon that fell in shallow waters off South Carolina.
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SNP opposition to gender recognition reform should be ‘respected’, Commons leader says
Read More Stephen Flynn’s comments contrast with view of Westminster colleague Alyn Smith who said rebels should quit the party Scottish National party politicians’ opposition to gender recognition reform should be “respected like any other conscience issue”, according to its new Westminster leader, Stephen Flynn. Discussing the issue that has convulsed the SNP since he…
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UK PM poised to ditch human rights convention – The Times
Read More Insiders have told the paper Rishi Sunak values cracking down on illegal immigration over remaining in the ECHR British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is willing to pull the UK out of the European Convention on Human Rights if the continental court that interprets the agreement tries to interfere with his legislative crackdown on…
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Nicola Bulley: family friends condemn ‘vile’ theories as search continues
Read More Police warn about social media speculation over missing woman as sister says there is no evidence she fell into river Police searching for Nicola Bulley have condemned elements of social media speculation and family friends have hit out at “vile” theories being posted online. The search for the mother-of-two entered its second week…
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Bruce Springsteen fanzine Backstreets to shut down over ticket prices
Read More Publisher says staff is ‘dispirited’ and that readers and fans feel let down as ticket prices went as high as $4,000-$5,000 for shows A leading Bruce Springsteen fanzine has announced that it will close after 43 years, citing among other reasons unchecked ticket price hikes the editors say many fans can no longer…
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Nigeria election 2023: Who is Rabiu Kwankwaso?
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Austria avalanches kill at least 8 people
Read MoreAuthorities say five people killed on Sunday after three other deaths were reported in the mountains the previous day.Authorities say five people killed on Sunday after three other deaths were reported in the mountains the previous day.
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White House rejects Republican fire over wait to down Chinese spy balloon
Read More Pete Buttigieg says president ‘considered safety of American people’ but Marco Rubio criticizes eight-day wait The US transportation secretary, Pete Buttigieg, on Sunday rejected Republican criticism of Joe Biden over the eight-day wait to shoot down a suspected Chinese spy balloon which flew over military sites. “The president gave instructions to have it…
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Liz Truss seems keen to make comeback, but is anyone else on board?
Read More Former PM not trying to keep a low profile, but former allies have their own ambitions and few would risk a return Liz Truss has been a looming presence in Westminster ever since her time in No 10 was cut short with the UK on the precipice of economic meltdown. Unlike her chancellor…
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Pervez Musharraf, Pakistan’s Military Ruler and President During 9/11 Wars, Dies at Age 79
Read More ISLAMABAD (AP) — Gen. Pervez Musharraf, who seized power in a bloodless coup and later led a reluctant Pakistan into aiding the U.S. war in Afghanistan against the Taliban, has died, officials said Sunday. He was 79. Musharraf, a former special forces commando, became president through the last of a string of military…
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Will China exercise restraint after US downing of ‘spy’ balloon?
Read MoreWhile bilateral tension has risen over the balloon incident, China and the US have been seeking to improve ties.While bilateral tension has risen over the balloon incident, China and the US have been seeking to improve ties.
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State of the Union: The seven most bizarre moments over the years
Read More From a congressman shouting ‘you lie!’ to the Speaker of the House tearing the speech to pieces, here are some of the most memorable and regrettable SOTU moments From a congressman shouting ‘you lie!’ to the Speaker of the House tearing the speech to pieces, here are some of the most memorable and…
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How to watch Joe Biden’s State of the Union address
Read More President expected to discuss police reform, economy and Ukraine war President expected to discuss police reform, economy and Ukraine war
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What is the ‘Arctic blast’ deep-freezing the US and Canada?
Read MoreRecent temperatures of -78 Celsius (-108 Fahrenheit) are reportedly the lowest ever recorded in the United States.Recent temperatures of -78 Celsius (-108 Fahrenheit) are reportedly the lowest ever recorded in the United States.
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Buttigieg backs Biden 2024 run but poll says most Americans don’t
Read More Poll shows 60% of Democrats want someone else as 2024 nominee and nearly 50% of Republicans want someone other than Trump Nearly 60% of Democrats and nearly 50% of Republicans want someone other than Joe Biden or Donald Trump to be their party’s nominee for president in 2024, a new poll showed on…
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Who is attending this year’s State of the Union address?
Read More Joe Biden’s speech promises to fire starting pistol on 2024 presidential race Joe Biden’s speech promises to fire starting pistol on 2024 presidential race
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Who is attending this year’s State of the Union address?
Read More Joe Biden’s speech promises to fire starting pistol on 2024 presidential race Joe Biden’s speech promises to fire starting pistol on 2024 presidential race
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Putin promised not to kill Zelenskyy: Ex-Israeli PM
Read MoreFormer Israeli leader says he received a pledge from Russian president: ‘I won’t kill Zelenskyy.’Former Israeli leader says he received a pledge from Russian president: ‘I won’t kill Zelenskyy.’
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Iran supreme leader pardons ‘tens of thousands’ of prisoners
Read MoreThose released from prison include some arrested in recent anti-government protests.Those released from prison include some arrested in recent anti-government protests.
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Russian troops destroyed their home – the generosity of strangers is building them a new one
Read More Olena Mykulska lived with her partner and two children in Irpin until the Russian invasion left their home destroyed. Now she looks to charity for a place to stay, Liam James reports Olena Mykulska lived with her partner and two children in Irpin until the Russian invasion left their home destroyed. Now she…
