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Man throws conspiracy theory pamphlets in the air before setting himself on fire outside Trump trial
A man has thrown conspiracy theory pamphlets in the air before setting himself on fire outside the New York courthouse where former US President Donald Trump is on trial.
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Injuries and 'material losses' after large explosion at Iraq military base
Injuries and "material losses" have been reported after a large explosion at a military base in Iraq.
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Met Police apologises for using phrase 'openly Jewish' as antisemitism campaigner accuses force of 'victim-blaming'
The Metropolitan Police has apologised after an officer prevented an antisemitism campaigner from crossing a road near a pro-Palestinian march because they were "openly Jewish".
Showbiz
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The female gamers competing for thousands of pounds at first event of its kind in UK
The UK's first professional women's gaming tournament of its kind starts on Saturday.
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Taylor Swift's The Tortured Poets Department analysed: Marriage, babies, bad boyfriends and the price of fame
As the title suggests, The Tortured Poets Department is a break-up album, and one that doesn't disappoint in deconstructing Taylor Swift's failed relationships and old boyfriends gone bad.
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Taylor Swift reveals 'secret' double album in '2am surprise' - including track inspired by boyfriend Travis Kelce
Taylor Swift has revealed her latest release is a "secret double album" - with 15 more tracks than fans were expecting.
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Taylor Swift: How a country girl took over the world - as new album The Tortured Poets Department released
Taylor Swift is one of the world's best-selling artists, a billionaire, and a record breaker. And she's just 34.
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Taylor Swift album lyrics - the hidden meanings and the people she appears to reference in The Tortured Poets Department songs
"An anthology of new works that reflect events, opinions and sentiments from a fleeting and fatalistic moment in time."
UK News
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Met Police apologises for using phrase 'openly Jewish' as antisemitism campaigner accuses force of 'victim-blaming'
The Metropolitan Police has apologised after an officer prevented an antisemitism campaigner from crossing a road near a pro-Palestinian march because they were "openly Jewish".
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Former model almost died trying to cure cancer with juice diet
A former model who almost died trying to cure her cancer with a juice diet has warned others against "cutting out" traditional medical advice and trying to source alternative information online.
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Labour blames 'shoplifters' charter' for surge in retail crime
A "shoplifters' charter" has seen thefts rise significantly - to about one offence every minute - but police are charging fewer people, according to Labour.
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Joey Barton contacted by police over social media comments
Former Premier League footballer Joey Barton has hit out at "an attempt to intimidate" him and his family after officers contacted him about comments he posted on social media.
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O2 Academy Brixton reopens after fatal crush - what 'robust conditions' are in place?
O2 Academy Brixton has opened its doors again for the first time since a deadly crush at the venue killed two people 16 months ago.
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Tories warned Mark Menzies misuse of funds claims 'constituted fraud' but whistleblower told there was no 'duty' to report it
The Conservatives were warned ex-Tory MP Mark Menzies's alleged misuse of party funds may have constituted fraud but the whistleblower was told there was no duty to report it
World News
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Iran calls Israeli strike 'infiltration' as it downplays attack on Supreme Leader's birthday
Iran has indicated it has no plans for retaliation as it played down a strike by Israel after Tehran's unprecedented missile-and-drone assault on the country.
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Injuries and 'material losses' after large explosion at Iraq military base
Injuries and "material losses" have been reported after a large explosion at a military base in Iraq.
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Targeted Israeli strike is a message - and Iran's response so far is telling
If this Israeli attack on Iran is no more than it presently appears to be, then it is rather well modulated.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to face pressure from right-wing coalition on future of Gaza
Throughout his career Benjamin Netanyahu has been a generally cautious politician, either deferring decisions or taking the least incendiary options.
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Key moments in the Middle East this week - from Iran's attack on Israel to the apparent retaliation
Israel has launched an attack against Iran in retaliation to a drone and missile strike launched against it on Saturday.
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Violence will not stop in Middle East until Gaza war ends, senior Hezbollah figure warns
Violence in the Middle East will not stop until the war in Gaza ends, a senior Hezbollah figure has told Sky News in a world-first interview in which he also castigated the West and scoffed at Israel's actions.
Politics
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Tories warned Mark Menzies misuse of funds claims 'constituted fraud' but whistleblower told there was no 'duty' to report it
The Conservatives were warned ex-Tory MP Mark Menzies's alleged misuse of party funds may have constituted fraud but the whistleblower was told there was no duty to report it
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Mark Menzies: Tory activist who reported MP over alleged misuse of funds disappointed by party response
A Tory activist who reported an MP over claims he misused party funds has told Sky News she is disappointed by the way her complaint has been handled.
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Labour blames 'shoplifters' charter' for surge in retail crime
A "shoplifters' charter" has seen thefts rise significantly - to about one offence every minute - but police are charging fewer people, according to Labour.
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Government accused of U-turn after accepting Russian and Belarusian athletes at Olympics
The UK government has been accused of a U-turn after accepting Russian and Belarusian athletes can compete at the 2024 Olympics.
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Nicola Sturgeon admits to 'incredibly difficult time' after husband charged in embezzlement probe
Nicola Sturgeon has described her personal situation as "incredibly difficult" after her husband was charged in connection with the embezzlement of SNP funds.
Weird News
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New Zealand: Ram killed by police after elderly couple found dead in paddock at their home near Auckland
A ram believed to be responsible for killing an elderly couple has been shot dead by New Zealand police.
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Loch Ness monster: NASA urged to help as new search begins
NASA has been asked to help in a new search for the Loch Ness monster.
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Oxfordshire: Bird 'confuses' police officers by mimicking siren sound
Police officers were left "confused" by a bird when it convincingly mimicked the sound of the sirens on their cars.
Tech News
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The female gamers competing for thousands of pounds at first event of its kind in UK
The UK's first professional women's gaming tournament of its kind starts on Saturday.
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First known test dogfight between AI and human pilot carried out, US military says
The world's first known combat between a human pilot and a fighter jet controlled by AI has been carried out in California, the US military has said.
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London Marathon: Four mistakes to avoid as the big day looms
It's crunch time now for those who have been training for this year's London Marathon.
Videos
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Iran calls Israeli strike 'infiltration' as it downplays attack on Supreme Leader's birthday
Iran has indicated it has no plans for retaliation as it played down a strike by Israel after Tehran's unprecedented missile-and-drone assault on the country.
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Man throws conspiracy theory pamphlets in the air before setting himself on fire outside Trump trial
A man has thrown conspiracy theory pamphlets in the air before setting himself on fire outside the New York courthouse where former US President Donald Trump is on trial.
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Taylor Swift's The Tortured Poets Department analysed: Marriage, babies, bad boyfriends and the price of fame
As the title suggests, The Tortured Poets Department is a break-up album, and one that doesn't disappoint in deconstructing Taylor Swift's failed relationships and old boyfriends gone bad.
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Post Office lawyer 'takes no pride' working for the company
A lawyer for the Post Office at the height of the Horizon IT scandal has told the public inquiry he feels "no pride" to be employed by the company.
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Taylor Swift reveals 'secret' double album in '2am surprise' - including track inspired by boyfriend Travis Kelce
Taylor Swift has revealed her latest release is a "secret double album" - with 15 more tracks than fans were expecting.
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Targeted Israeli strike is a message - and Iran's response so far is telling
If this Israeli attack on Iran is no more than it presently appears to be, then it is rather well modulated.