Cousins posed as lovers in bid to smuggle people hidden in car into UK:

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Bully dog found beheaded and burnt near child's playground in London: A Bully dog was discovered beheaded, cut into pieces and burnt at a park in Tottenham ...

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Make Shopping Fun Again: Julian Harris: Grocery shopping — you either love it or hate it.

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Micron secures $13bn in US support to expand chipmaking capacity: Idaho-based memory chipmaker is latest beneficiary of funding from 2022 Chips Act

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‘I’ll be happy on the UK state pension in Italy, a glass of wine is just £2.50’: Linda Winter sold her £250,000 property in Plymouth and bought a 15th-century ...

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US Sentences Colombian Designer for Smuggling Bags made of Skin of Protected Species

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Commodity prices could keep inflation high, warns World Bank: Sharp falls in commodities are unlikely to continue, says lender, making it harder for central ...

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Rebel Wilson book published in the UK with Sacha Baron Cohen text redacted: Some sections of the UK edition of the book, released on Thursday, have been redacted ...

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Quick Glance: Rebel Wilson's Memoir Published in UK with Redacted Passages

The UK edition of Australian actor Rebel Wilson's memoir will be published with redacted passages concerning her experience on set with Sacha Baron Cohen.

HarperCollins mentioned that they have blacked out part of a page in the UK edition along with other small sections for legal reasons.

Rebel Wilson's memoir, Rebel Rising, is set to be released in the UK this week following its earlier release in the US.

Baron Cohen's representatives rejected the allegations of bad behavior on set and applauded the removal of Wilson's defamatory claims from the UK edition of the book.

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Quick Glance: Innovative Advertising Strategies on Reddit

Reddit recently introduced an innovative ad format aimed at selling products to Reddit users.

Through Reddit's Dynamic Product Ads, users are automatically shown ads based on their previous interactions with products on the advertiser's website or on Reddit.

In a blog post, Reddit emphasized its clear focus on ad sales and the natural commercial aspect of the Reddit community.

The introduction of Dynamic Product Ads is a step in Reddit's strategy to expand its advertising business and drive growth.

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Town to host its first ever Pride: A town’s first Pride event is gearing up to go ahead this summer celebrating diversity and inclusion throughout the community.

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England and Scotland: Two million Brits report Long Covid symptoms: Since the start of the corona pandemic, the number of long-term sick people in Great Britain ...

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Two horses seen galloping on the loose through central London: ITV News crews filmed two horses - who appeared to be on the loose - on Wednesday.

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Quick Glance: London Chaos: Military Horses Run Wild

Five military horses bolted during an exercise near Buckingham Palace, causing chaos in central London streets.

The horses were spooked by noise from a construction site, threw off their riders, and collided with vehicles.

Three injured soldiers were hospitalized, but none of the injuries were life-threatening.

The horses were captured shortly after and taken back to the barracks for medical tests.

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'Newest berth holder' Swan Jovi builds nest at Torquay Marina : The swan, nicknamed Swan Jovi, has laid four eggs since building the nest.

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Two horses which bolted through central London in a 'serious condition'

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How Wind Power Is Taking Over the UK Power Grid: The UK’s power grid is off to its greenest start ever this year.

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Nestlé hit by slowing frozen pizza sales in North America: US consumers’ changing habits in response to high prices takes toll on demand

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Schoolgirl, 9, went to bed 'happy' but woke up with complete personality change: Ava Holden had gone to bed her normal, cheery self - but woke up with a complete ...

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Mike Pinder obituary: keyboardist and founding member of the Moody Blues: Synthesiser pioneer who was central to the band’s lush, orchestrated sound on hits such ...

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Kate Garraway goes 'missing' from Good Morning Britain as she's replaced: Good Morning Britain viewers were left puzzled today as Kate Garraway failed to appear ...

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Handbags and China demand boost sales at Hermès : Maker of Birkin bags beats expectations with strong demand for leather goods and jewellery as it defies luxury ...

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Freezing nights to come before Arctic air moves away from UK over weekend: The Met Office said temperatures in parts of northern England and Scotland could ...

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UK insurers told to keep motor charges 'reasonable' after backlash: The Association of British Insurers (ABI) told its members on Thursday to keep monthly ...

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Michael O’Leary says he’d ‘happily’ offer UK deportation flights to Rwanda: The Ryanair boss said he would ‘quote for the business’ from the UK government if it ...

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UK car output falls in March as EV-transition gears up, says industry body: Britain's car production fell 27.1% year-on-year in March as manufacturers wound down ...

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Nature loss could slow UK growth 12% by the 2030s, report says

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Almost Half of UK Tax Collectors Miss Target to Work in Office: Almost half of Britain’s tax collectors are failing to meet the government department’s ...

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US passes Ukraine and Israel aid package after months of infighting: President Biden will sign into law a package of military aid worth $95 billion for America’s ...

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Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan

President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.

Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.

The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.

Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.

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Three arrested over Channel migrant deaths: The men were arrested on suspicion of facilitating illegal immigration and of entering the UK illegally, police said.

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Google can’t quit third-party cookies—delays shut down for a third time: Google says UK regulator testing means the advertising tech will last until 2025.

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StanChart Tells Clients Craving Oil, Copper to Beware Inflation: Some Standard Chartered Plc clients are increasingly favoring tangible assets like copper and ...

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Man and woman charged over £1000 dine and dash theft: Ann McDonagh, 39, and Bernard McDonagh, from Port Talbot in Wales, have been charged with five counts of ...

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Historic lift ‘will reopen next year’ despite fears over lack of work on site: The team behind the £6.6m refurbishment of a historic cliffside lift have ...

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Pentagon rushes $1bn in weapons to Kyiv after Biden signs aid bill: US president says ‘we need to move fast’ as Ukrainian troops falter on front lines

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Fintech firm Revolut plans to hire 1,500 staff by end of year: British fintech company Revolut has added nearly 2,000 employees since the start of 2024 and plans ...

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Man in hospital after smash closes main route: A major route is closed in both directions and a man is in hospital following a crash between a lorry and van

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Frank Field, Labour MP and peer, dies aged 81: Former minister revealed last year that prostate cancer had spread to his jaw

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Quick Glance: Farewell to Frank Field: A Life Dedicated to Social Justice

The former Labour minister and advocate for poverty alleviation, Frank Field, has passed away at the age of 81.

Throughout his career in Westminster, Lord Field championed social causes such as child poverty and modern slavery for over four decades.

Field succumbed to a long battle with cancer in a care home in London. He advocated for a 2021 bill on assisted dying in England and Wales.

His family emphasized that Field will be mourned by admirers in the political realm, but most of all missed by those fortunate enough to have experienced his laughter and friendship.

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'Forensic grease' helps catch stalker visiting victim's house in first for Kent Police

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Kensington Palace releases image of Prince Louis to mark 6th birthday: Britain's Kensington Palace has released a photograph of Prince Louis to celebrate his 6th ...

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'We’ve never been so quiet – it’s a critical moment for the town’: The long-time owner of a bar in the world’s first “music town” says its reputation as a ...

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Deportation to Rwanda or Albania? Rome and London discuss migration: The British Home Secretary meets his Italian counterpart on the island of Lampedusa ...

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Quick Glance: Deportation to Albania? Rome and London Discuss Migration

The British Home Secretary meets his Italian counterpart in Lampedusa, showing unity on migration issues.

Britain is taking measures to prevent dangerous Channel crossings.

The controversial Rwanda law for deporting asylum seekers faces international criticism.

Some in Rwanda are skeptical about hosting refugees from the UK.

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FTSE 100 extends record run on earnings optimism: Britain's FTSE 100 index extended its record run on Wednesday as a strong earnings update from Reckitt ...

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Couple who left dog to die while holidaying at Center Parcs dodge jail: Sophie Singer, 41, and Keith Byrne, 38, let their boxer dog Bentley starve and suffer for ...

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Britain's Lloyds Bank reports 28% slide in Q1 profit on income squeeze

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MEPs call to seize Russia’s hundreds of billions in frozen assets: Lawmakers want to see more support for Ukraine as US and UK counterparts advance.

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Quick Glance: State Customs Service: Polish Protesters Cease Border Blockade

The blockade by Polish protesters at the Yahodyn-Dorohusk border crossing on the Polish-Ukrainian border was lifted by Ukraine's State Customs Service on April 22.

Traffic flow in both directions was restored as of 1:40 p.m.

As per Valentyna Chernysh, a representative of the customs office in Volyn Oblast, there were 400 trucks queued on the Polish side of the border, with an additional 140 in a digital queue.

Despite a reduction in border blockades, the State Customs Service indicated on April 17 that Polish protesters intended to block the Korczowa-Krakovets border crossing for a two-day period.

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Drug smuggling from Syria: Assad's addictive potential: Syria is flooding the region with Captagon and, increasingly, with weapons. The transit country Jordan is ...

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Employee non-compete agreements barred by US regulator: Federal Trade Commission head says move will help raise wages but business lobby vows to sue

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Over a million Neighbourhood Watch members exposed through web app bug: Unverified users could scoop up data on high-value individuals without any form of ...

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Kent's lesser-known gardens dubbed a 'magical oasis' perfect for a spring walk: These stunning gardens have a fascinating history dating back around 100 years

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‘I'm doing this to honour my son’: A grieving dad is opening a dessert parlour to honour the memory of his son, who died aged seven in a suspected hit-and-run.

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Marine killed during routine military operation: The Marine died around 5 p.m. Tuesday in an incident that reportedly caused no other injuries and remains under ...

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Public urged to call 999 if they see missing Kent teenagers: The pair are believed to be in Folkestone

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M'sia's first rhino horns smuggling trial after Sepang duo plead not guilty: While smuggled horns are commonly seized, there have been no prosecutions before.

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Feds stop migrant smuggling boat off the Florida Keys again. It’s the third time in a week

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Man behind Sri Lanka-M'sia child smuggling racket arrested: M'sian children's birth certificates are used to get passports then used by Sri Lankan children.

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Celebrity designer Nancy Gonzalez sentenced to 18 months in prison for smuggling crocodile handbags

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Quick Glance: Fashion Designer Nancy Gonzalez Sentenced to Prison for Smuggling

Fashion designer Nancy Gonzalez sentenced to 18 months in prison after smuggling crocodile handbags from Colombia.

Gonzalez, once an aspiring designer, led a smuggling operation that violated US wildlife laws.

Despite efforts to bypass immigration regulations, Gonzalez was convicted and faces incarceration.

Her wealth and lavish lifestyle contrasted with the couriers she recruited, leading to a court ruling.

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Company behind huge luxury flats project 'has not gone bust': The development company behind a huge coastal tower block of 91 luxury flats has not gone bust ...

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Dulwich Hamlet blow three-goal lead but boss defends side: Dulwich Hamlet blew a three-goal lead they had built up inside 26 minutes as they drew 3-3 against ...

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Six arrested on suspicion of smuggling stimulants: The suspects, including a senior figure in a crime syndicate in Saitama Prefecture, allegedly hid some 15 ...

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Seminole sheriff announces 20 arrests in major drug, weapons ring: Arrest of two-time convicted felon led to 6-month, multiagency investigation that uncovered ...

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Kensington Palace releases photo to celebrate Prince Louis' sixth birthday: The photo was taken by his mother, Kate, in the days running up to the prince's ...

Quick Glance: Celebration of Prince Louis' Sixth Birthday by Kensington Palace

A recent photo of Prince Louis, captured by The Princess of Wales in Windsor, has been posted on Kensington Palace's social media to commemorate his sixth birthday.

In honor of his sixth birthday, events are being organized for William and Kate's youngest child to partake in.

The released photo marks the first image of the children since the contentious Mother's Day picture altered by Kate.

Following the Easter break, Prince Louis resumes classes at Lambrook School in Berkshire alongside his siblings.

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Who was St George? The irony behind England's patron saint: Today (23 April) marks St George’s Day – a day to celebrate the Christian martyr who became the ...

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Post-Brexit Food Checks Will Be ‘Light-Touch,’ UK Minister Says: The UK will enforce “light-touch” post-Brexit checks on food and plant products beginning later ...

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Britain to raise defence spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2030: Rishi Sunak is expected to say he will increase the UK military budget every year ...

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Quick Glance: Increase in UK defence spending by 2030

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak commits to raising spending to 2.5% of GDP, putting the defence industry on a 'war footing'.

Sunak emphasized the need for deeper stockpiles of munitions and quicker replenishment due to the events in the Ukraine conflict.

The planned increase in defence spending would require significant financial reshuffling, partly through announced measures to reduce the size of the civil service.

Shortly after announcing the pledge to send weapons worth 500 million pounds to Ukraine, this commitment followed.

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UK Boosts Borrowing to Cover Deficit, Curbing Tax Cut Hopes: The UK boosted its borrowing plans after the government’s budget shortfall overshot forecasts ...

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UK Regulator Plans to Broaden Scope of ESG Investing Regulations: The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority is planning to expand the scope of its ESG investment ...

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Violence breaks out at St George's Day event in central London: The Metropolitan Police released footage showing a group of men - some draped in St George's ...

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Spotify hits record quarterly profit as it enters ‘new phase’: Pioneer of music streaming kicks off more mature era for its business after years of freer ...

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Rishi Sunak Goes to Warsaw: The Readout With Aibhe Rea: Hi there, I’m Ailbhe Rea, a Bloomberg UK Associate Editor based in Westminster. Hope you enjoy today’s ...

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Girl, 9, ‘kidnapped’ outside Harrods in London as man arrested: A man has been arrested on suspicion of kidnapping after a girl, nine, was 'snatched' ...

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LIVE: Britain's Rishi Sunak visits military base in Poland: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)

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UK grocery inflation falls to 30-month low: Grocery price growth eases to 3.2% in four weeks to mid-April as retailers focus on special offers

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Isle of Wight grandmother's 'treasured items' binned by contractors who 'thought she was dead'

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Brits set for first 'official' heatwave of year with temperatures in 'high 20s': Exacta Weather forecaster James Madden has revealed that areas across the UK ...

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China’s ageing tech workers hit by ‘curse of 35’: Discrimination against older employees particularly apparent in sector where executives openly state preference ...

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Government exit would end 'sorry tale' for Britain and bank, NatWest Chair says: Britain's plans to sell its remaining stake in NatWest would end a "sorry tale" ...

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Britain's anti-greenwashing rule for finance takes effect on May 31: Britain's financial regulator confirmed on Tuesday that its new bespoke rule to combat ...

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Heartbroken mum's tragic wish after young twin sons died just three years apart: Sue Haworth said her twin boys Jack and Harry were two completely different ...

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