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British Army turns abandoned London Underground station into NATO war command hub in Russia response drill
The British Army has transformed a disused London Underground platform into a NATO command post as part of a major exercise testing the UK’s ability to lead troops in the defense of Europe.
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Mango founder Isak Andic died on mountain hike as son becomes suspect in shock homicide probe
It was shortly after noon on a mild winter day when Isak Andic, the founder of Mango, stopped to photograph the view from a jagged peak outside Barcelona, his son later told police.
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Public fury as Welsh council chief’s exit package compared to "lottery win"
A council that agreed to a £209,000 payout to its chief executive two years ago has revealed the total cost is now £280,654.
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Fake antiquities scam foiled after Sotheby’s exposes "1976" documents printed with 2001 technology
A fraudster who tried to sell bogus ancient statues to Sotheby’s was foiled when his fake accompanying paperwork was found to be written with printing methods that were 25 years too modern, a court heard.
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EU targets Iran over Strait of Hormuz threats in sweeping new sanctions crackdown
The EU widened its sanctions regime against Iran to target individuals and entities involved in Tehran’s actions disrupting navigation in the Middle East.
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Housing crisis fuels support for gangster Hutch as Ireland’s ruling parties lose grip
A gangster candidate polling ahead of Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael has turned an otherwise routine Dublin by-election into an uncomfortable moment for Ireland’s political establishment.
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Starmer under fire after allowing Russian-derived jet fuel amid global energy shock
Vladimir Putin’s war in Ukraine could receive a £1bn boost after Sir Keir Starmer eased sanctions on Russian oil, experts have said.
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Sarah Ferguson retreats to Austria chalet as new claims of financial negotiations emerge
Sarah Ferguson could reportedly be eyeing up a royal pension to keep her afloat, a royal author has claimed.
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AI surveillance of officers by Met Police triggers outrage over "invasion of privacy"
The mayor has cited a “clear and serious breach” of procurement rules.
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King Charles III alive after radio station airs false death bulletin
Radio Caroline’s regular broadcasting was interrupted in the middle of the song What’s Up? By the band 4 Non Blondes on Tuesday when the blunder was made.
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EasyJet absorbs £25 million fuel hit as Middle East war sends oil prices soaring, CEO reassures travellers
The EasyJet CEO has assured customers they can "book with confidence" despite revealing the firm’s finances will be hit due to war in the Middle East, which is driving up fuel costs and creating "near-term uncertainty".
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Andrew’s trade envoy appointment now at centre of widening Epstein-linked investigation
The late Queen was ’very keen’ for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor to be the UK’s trade envoy, according to documents that reveal the former duke demanded trips to ’more sophisticated countries’ and the ballet.
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“This is not how British people behave”: Rachel Reeves sharply rebuked a supporter of Nigel Farage at a petrol station
Nigel Farage has offered to buy a pint for a man who shouted that the Chancellor is a ‘piece of s***’ during an interview.
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Britain records sharp decline in migration as overseas worker and student numbers drop
UK net migration has fallen to its lowest level since 2021, with figures comparable to pre-Covid levels, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) has said.
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Radio Caroline apologises after rogue computer error falsely announces death of King Charles III
Established in 1964 to challenge the BBC’s broadcasting monopoly, Radio Caroline previously operated from ships off the English coast.
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"Sunshine and cardamom": Meghan Markle’s lifestyle brand mocks romance with $64 candle
It smells like sunshine, blue skies and love and laughter, apparently. And it’s all in aid of her and Harry’s eight years together.
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Farage offers heckler a pint after man calls Rachel Reeves a "piece of s*" on camera
Nigel Farage has offered to buy a pint for a man who shouted that the Chancellor is a ‘piece of s***’ to her face.
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RAF spy plane forced into emergency alert after dangerous Russian intercept over NATO airspace
British defence chiefs have blasted “dangerous” Kremlin warplane crews whose fighter jets came within metres of a UK spy plane guarding NATO territory against attack.
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EU prosecutors probe €3.5m Romanian farm subsidy fraud involving 237 fake applications
European prosecutors are investigating 22 individuals over alleged subsidy fraud involving non-repayable EU funds meant to support small farms and young farmers in Romania.
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Sarah Ferguson’s business partner accused of weaponising royal ties in failed £9m startup scandal
Sarah Ferguson’s close friend and business partner, Manuel Fernandez, used his Palace connections to threaten a worker with jail, according to a recording obtained by the BBC.
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Russia-linked "shadow fleet" could cripple Britain’s energy and data lifelines in the North Sea
Britain’s critical energy and communications infrastructure in the North Sea is dangerously exposed to possible sabotage by Russia-linked “shadow fleet” vessels, a defense expert has warned.
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€3.7bn Swedish frigate deal goes to Naval Group as Europe’s naval arms race intensifies
Sweden has selected France’s state-owned Naval Group to manufacture four warships worth around Skr40bn (€3.7bn).
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Leeds water taxis go premium as £3.50 fares replace bargain commuter era amid dock estate sale chaos
The bright yellow hulls have become as much a part of the city’s identity as a pint of Tetley’s or a Saturday afternoon at Elland Road.
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Connolly and King Charles pave way for rare British royal visit to Ireland
On Monday, Irish President Catherine Connolly stated that Charles had “graciously” accepted an invitation to Ireland after the two heads of state met at Buckingham Palace.
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Fresh Epstein-linked abuse claims trigger new UK police investigations
Surrey Police are investigating two new, separate allegations of non-recent child sexual abuse following the release of the Epstein files this winter.
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