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Rishi Sunak threatens to block Scotland's gender reform bill: UK prime minister Rishi Sunak has said it's 'reasonable' to threaten to block ...
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Indecisive Sunak is detail fixated, allies admit as clock ticks on Brexit and hospitals
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Government to launch bid to encourage over-50s to end early retirement: Around 630,000 have left the workforce since 2019 and employment figures are still not ...
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Rishi Sunak threatens to block Scotland's gender reform bill: UK prime minister Rishi Sunak has said it's 'reasonable' to threaten to block ...
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Indecisive Sunak is detail fixated, allies admit as clock ticks on Brexit and hospitals
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Government to launch bid to encourage over-50s to end early retirement: Around 630,000 have left the workforce since 2019 and employment figures are still not ...
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Netanyahu too ‘busy’ to talk to Sunak after RAF helped repel Iranian attack: Israeli leader faces domestic pressure to rebuff international calls for restraint
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Quick Glance: Netanyahu's Busy Schedule Hinders Communication with Sunak Post-RAF Assistance Against Iranian Attack
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has not yet managed to engage in a conversation with UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak following the assistance provided by Royal Air Force warplanes in defending the Jewish state from an Iranian aerial assault.
- Efforts are still underway to arrange a discussion between the two leaders, as Netanyahu is under significant domestic pressure to reject calls from the UK, the US, and the EU for restraint after Iran's attack.
- Sunak stated in the House of Commons on Monday that the UK is urgently collaborating with allies to de-escalate the situation and prevent further bloodshed, mentioning that he will communicate with Netanyahu 'shortly'.
- With Netanyahu's right-wing coalition partners pushing for substantial retaliation against Iran, Israel's western allies are advocating for caution and restraint to prevent a regional conflict.
Google Workers Protest Cloud Contract With Israel's Government: Google employees are staging sit-ins and protests at company offices in New York and California ...
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Quick Glance: Google Workers' Stand Against Israeli Cloud Contract
- Google employees protest the cloud contract with Israel's government amidst the ongoing conflict with Hamas.
- No Tech for Apartheid activists occupy offices in New York and California to oppose the $1.2 billion contract.
- The protests by tech workers have led to dismissals, resignations, and public demands for contract cancellations.
- Actions include sit-ins, petitions, and public calls for Google and Amazon to terminate their involvement in Project Nimbus.
UK lawmakers back landmark 'smoke-free generation' bill: A plan by Britain’s government to introduce a landmark smoking ban that aims to stop young people from ...
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Quick Glance: UK Lawmakers Support Groundbreaking 'Smoke-Free Generation' Bill
- The British government's plan for a landmark smoking ban to prevent young people from ever smoking passed its first hurdle in Parliament despite opposition from within Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's Conservative Party.
- The bill, announced by Sunak, would make it illegal to sell tobacco products to anyone born after January 1, 2009, creating one of the toughest anti-smoking measures in the world to establish the 'first smoke-free generation' in modern Britain.
- The bill also includes measures to crack down on youth vaping, such as banning the sale of cheap disposable vapes and restricting their flavors to prevent children from becoming addicted to nicotine.
- The number of people who smoke in the U.K. has declined by two-thirds since the 1970s, but approximately 6.4 million people in the country still smoke, accounting for about 13% of the population. Smoking remains the number one preventable cause of death, disability, and poor health.
Liz Truss: The world was safer under Trump: Former PM Liz Truss says she hopes Donald Trump wins the next US election.
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Quick Glance: Liz Truss: The World Was Safer Under Trump
- Former PM Liz Truss expresses hope for Donald Trump to win the next US election, stating that the world is on the brink of a strong conflict and requires a strong America more than ever.
RAF shot down 'a number of drones' in Iran's attack on Israel: Rishi Sunak has confirmed that the RAF shot done Iran attack drones headed towards ...
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Quick Glance: The Night Iran's Missile Show Rattled Israel
- In Tehran, 'Operation True Promise' launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Israel.
- The direct clash between powerful militaries showcased Israel's defense and Iran's display of power.
- Despite minor damages and injuries, the question remains whether this attack signifies further escalation or the start of a war.
- The missile and drone strikes resulted in minimal damage, with Israel and allies successfully intercepting most projectiles.
Scottish boxing mourns Willie Limond after his passing aged 45 : Limond boasted a record of 42-6 during a professional career which spanned 24 years.
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Rishi Sunak faces cabinet revolt over leaving ECHR: Chancellor, home secretary and justice secretary are among a dozen ministers against leaving the European ...
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Quick Glance: Cabinet Revolt Looms Over Rishi Sunak's ECHR Exit
- According to reports by The Times, Rishi Sunak would face opposition from at least 12 cabinet ministers if he decides to leave the European Convention on Human Rights.
- It is understood that Jeremy Hunt, the chancellor, James Cleverly, the home secretary, Alex Chalk, the justice secretary, and Chris Heaton-Harris, the Northern Ireland secretary, are among those against leaving the convention.
- Following a significant ruling by the European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg on Tuesday that governments have a duty to protect people from climate change, there is a growing sentiment among Conservative MPs to withdraw from the ECHR.
- Last week, Sunak issued a threat to exit the ECHR if flights to Rwanda are not resumed.
What is the Rwanda bill? UK’s migrant plan explained: Britain's parliament is set to vote on Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's bill to allow the government to send ...
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Sunak Faces Election With Second Lowest Growth in G-7, IMF Warns
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Quick Glance: IMF upgrades global growth forecast despite risks
- The International Monetary Fund slightly raised its global growth forecast on Tuesday, noting that the economy had proven 'surprisingly resilient' despite inflationary pressures and monetary policy shifts.
- IMF's chief economist, Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, indicated that the global economy is heading for a 'soft landing,' with risks to the outlook now broadly balanced.
- While advanced economies are expected to lead the growth, dim prospects in China and other major emerging markets could impact global trade partners, according to the report.
- Despite Tuesday's brighter outlook, global growth remains low compared to historical standards, partly due to weak productivity growth and increasing geopolitical fragmentation.
Rubber duck bobs all the way to Scotland after epic 18-year journey: It was helpfully marked with information about where it set off from in 2006.
metro.co.uk/2024/04/17/rubber-duck-bobs-way-scotland-epic-18-year-journey-20664451/
Sunak Resists Call to Set Election Date Amid Leadership Threat: Rishi Sunak is resisting advice from allies to set the date for the UK general election ...
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Minimum unit pricing: Here's how much beer, wine and spirits could cost in Scotland if cost increase agreed
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Violent Buckie thug repeatedly stabbed ex-girlfriend in row over £20: Ashley Reaich pulled out a flick knife and brutally attacked Kaylana Murray outside the ...
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RAF fighter jets shot down Iran drones, Rishi Sunak says: The MoD says the RAF will repel "any airborne attacks within range" of its jets in the Middle East.
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Scotland to be hit by '42 hour snow blast' with spring freeze set next week: Temperatures will plummet to minus five degrees with snow on its way in Scotland.
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REPUBLISHED: Gbajabiamila Corruption Story That Landed FirstNews Editor in Undeground Cell
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Quick Glance: Corruption Scandal: Gbajabiamila's Alleged Scheme Exposed
- President Bola Tinubu's Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, and the new cabal at Aso Rock Presidential Villa in Abuja, allegedly tried to embezzle $30 billion and 66 valuable properties.
- The Presidency cabal is fighting the takeover of four erring banks seized by the Central Bank of Nigeria, allegedly arranging for their cronies to buy the affected banks surreptitiously.
- The cabal allegedly concocted lies to convince President Tinubu to stop the Special Investigator's investigations and shielded suspects from interrogation.
- Gbajabiamila attempted to control the funds himself and gave instructions on how they should be distributed. Civil society groups urge President Tinubu not to undermine the credibility of the investigations and to warn Gbajabiamila to stay out of the Special Investigator's affairs.
Tributes paid to football fan who died at Celtic Park: Alison McGoff was pronounced dead at the stadium on Saturday.
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Rains in Sharjah: Remote work for government departments extended till April 17: Extra day allotted for work from home after heavy rains on Tuesday
gulfnews.com/uae/government/rains-in-sharjah-remote-work-for-government-departments-extended-till-april-17-1.102191005
UK ‘pothole crisis’ threatens Conservative party ahead of local elections: Motorists and cyclists are increasingly outraged by state of the country’s roads
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Lords delay Rwanda bill to next week in blow to Rishi Sunak's agenda: The government was defeated twice, with peers backing the need for a report before ...
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Ailbhe Rea: Anti-Smoking Warnings: Hi there, I’m Ailbhe Rea, a Bloomberg UK Associate Editor and Readout author. Hope you enjoy today’s newsletter.
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Republican states urge Congress to reject DEI legislation: A host of Republican-led states are urging Congress to reject two Democrat-sponsored bills aimed at ...
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NHS waiting lists: Rishi Sunak fails on key pledge as 7.5m people languish: Extra 300,000 patients waiting for hospital care compared with January last year
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How RAF jets protected British troops from Iran’s attack on Israel: Rishi Sunak approved the intervention of the Typhoon aircraft amid fears that Tehran’s ...
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Liz Truss thinks the ‘deep state’ is out to get Donald Trump: Ex-UK prime minister has a warning for the man hoping return to the White House.
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Quick Glance: Liz Truss: From Premiership to Resignation in 49 Days
- Liz Truss became Prime Minister and resigned after just 49 days, despite her husband's prediction that 'it would all end in tears'.
- Truss assumed office on September 6, 2022, succeeding Boris Johnson, but faced early challenges and personal struggles.
- Despite implementing economic measures and facing political turbulence, Truss resigned after a mini-budget led to a pensions crisis.
- She reflects on her failed tenure, attributing blame to structural issues and drawing parallels to the controversial football manager Brian Clough.
Performing arts to be compulsory in CBC syllabus, says Machogu : Every school expected to take part in the performing arts competitions.
nation.africa/kenya/news/education/performing-arts-to-be-compulsory-in-cbc-syllabus-says-machogu--4591304
Aye Write festival saved by ‘unexpected’ donation from late Euromillions lottery winner
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Mysterious classic car discovered in Buckie forest: David Hendry has discovered a rare classic car abandoned in a forest area of Buckie and says he knows the ...
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Iran’s drone, missile attack on Israel: Reactions from around the world: Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps said it launched dozens of drones and missiles ...
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Do Kwon Lost to the SEC. The U.S. Is Piling Up Other Crypto Wins, Too.: The decision was the latest in a series of federal court wins bolstering regulators’ ...
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Great Britain: Parliament wants to introduce a smoking ban - these are the plans: Ironically, the party of cigar lover Winston Churchill wants to abolish smoking ...
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Former Winchester College teacher ‘fell in love’ with male pupil: Simon Taylor, 78, who taught English and drama at Rishi Sunak’s old school ...
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How Rishi Sunak built a close relationship with Blackstone’s bosses : Links between UK prime minister and the private equity group have fuelled speculation about ...
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Tories launch bid to repeal Scotland's controversial new hate crime law: The party said the legislation is ‘proving every bit as unworkable as many critics ...
scotsman.com/news/politics/tories-launch-bid-to-repeal-scotlands-controversial-new-hate-crime-law-4591024
Escalation in the Middle East: Scholz warns Iran against further attacks: Politicians around the world have strongly condemned the attack on Israel ...
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Quick Glance: Scholz Organizes Crisis Diplomacy in China
- Scholz condemns Iran's attacks on Israel and plans crisis communication with G7 partners.
- China trip focusing on economy and geopolitical role, despite dilemma in relations.
- Business delegation accompanies Scholz, de-risking in other countries, export wave heading towards Germany.
- Scholz aims to influence China regarding Ukraine conflict and Iran crisis, despite existing dependencies.
PMQs scorecard: Sunak and Starmer fight over who dislikes Liz Truss more: Liz Truss bore the brunt at prime minister’s questions
politico.eu/article/rishi-sunak-and-keir-starmer-fight-over-who-dislikes-liz-truss-more/
Netanyahu says Israel will ‘make our own decisions’ on Iran after UK, German pleas
politico.eu/article/uk-expect-israel-retaliate-after-iran-attack-david-cameron-netanyahu/
Biden is seeking higher tariffs on Chinese steel as he courts union voters: President Joe Biden wants to triple U.S. tariffs on steel from China ...
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Quick Glance: Joe Biden Calls for Significant Increase in Tariffs on Chinese Steel
- US President Joe Biden is pushing for an increase in tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminium to strengthen union support in the swing state of Pennsylvania.
- During a meeting with United Steelworkers union members in Pittsburgh, Biden calls on trade representative Katherine Tai to raise the tariffs from the current average of 7.5 percent.
- The main focus of the measures is to combat China's new export surge and the ongoing price pressure that makes it difficult for American steel companies to compete.
- The Biden administration's decision to increase tariffs is expected to impact recent efforts by Washington and Beijing to stabilize relations.
11 of the biggest social media influencers in the Highlands and Islands: We took a look at some of the most prominent Inverness, Highlands and Islands ...
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Hairy Biker Si King to join line-up of talent at Taste of Grampian 2024: Celebrity chef Hairy Biker, Si King is the latest talent to be announced for this ...
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Livestream ospreys Louis and Dorcha welcome first egg of season at Highland nest: The first egg of the season was laid just before 11.15am on Sunday with the ...
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Safety warning issued to tourists after motorhome is 'blown down hill' on NC500 route
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Man locked dog in crate to starve in ‘shocking’ animal cruelty in Ayrshire: Daryl Torrance's pet had to be euthanised after being found 'in an ...
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Trainspotter Francis Bourgeois reveals Harry Potter rail line experience: Celebrity trainspotter and international model Francis Bourgeois describes ...
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UK’s Sunak urges ‘calmer heads’ after Iran attacks Israel: UK prime minister says he’ll stress the need to avoid ‘further escalation’ in call with Benjamin ...
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Rishi Sunak's smoking ban: As a former teenage smoker, I say Prime Minister is right to help us kick cigarette habit– Laura Waddell
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‘XL Bully’ which attacked owner while on the loose in Airdrie seized and killed: The dog's owner was taken to hospital following the attack.
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Doctors call for smacking to be banned in England and Northern Ireland: Bans have already been introduced in Scotland and Wales in recent years.
itv.com/news/2024-04-17/doctors-call-for-smacking-to-be-banned-in-england-and-northern-ireland
Biden says US support for Philippines, Japan defense 'ironclad' amid growing China provocations
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Quick Glance: Biden emphasizes US support for Philippines and Japan
- President Joe Biden reinforced the unwavering U.S. defense commitment to Pacific allies.
- The Philippines and China have faced repeated confrontations in the disputed South China Sea.
- The White House highlighted the significance of the first-ever trilateral summit with Japan and the Philippines as a response to China's attempts at "intimidation".
- The United States, the United Kingdom, and Japan announced joint military exercises in the Indo-Pacific for 2025.
Rishi Sunak hopes for a stroke of luck — but voters are feeling gloomy: The prime minister is banking on good economic news and flights finally taking off to ...
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"Hate crime": The culture war endangers the freedom of all: In Scotland, a new law against "hate crime" is causing uncertainty. It is just the tip of a growing ...
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Quick Glance: Culture War Threatens Freedom: Controversy over 'Hate Crime' Law
- A new law against 'hate crimes' in Scotland is causing unease.
- Author J. K. Rowling challenges police enforcement of the law, sparking debate on free speech.
- The contentious law in Scotland prohibits hate speech against various societal groups.
- Legalizing the protection of specific group interests restricts freedom of speech and creates uncertainty.
Rob Wainwright: Doddie Weir would have been so proud of raising £5m: Doddie’s foundation has been backed by famous names including Sir Chris Hoy, Lewis Capaldi ...
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Rishi Sunak's attempt to ban smoking is nuts, says Boris Johnson: The proposed law aims to phase out tobacco sales by stopping anyone born after 2009 buying ...
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Ferries crisis Scotland: Here’s why Ferguson Marine and CalMac chief executives David Tydeman and Robbie Drummond were sacked
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Picts wouldn't have been any different from other awful Dark Ages folk: PICTS? Who the hell were they? Good question. Nobody knows. And that is weird ...
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Second pitch inspection ahead of Dundee vs Rangers match as rain forecast: Officials checked the playing surface at 11am, but heavy rain is forecast.
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Here's one way to salvage the Adidas Samba after Rishi Sunak interview: Adidas Sambas have taken a beating since Rishi Sunak was spotted wearing a pair in an ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/10/one-way-salvage-adidas-samba-rishi-sunak-interview-20622582/
UK and Rwanda look forward to first migrant deportation flights in spring: British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Rwandan President Paul Kagame are looking ...
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Biden considering Australia's request to drop prosecution of Julian Assange: President Joe Biden says he's considering a request from Australia to drop the ...
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Quick Glance: Contemplating Prosecution Cessation for Wikileaks Founder Julian Assange
- President Joe Biden is contemplating Australia's request to cease the long-standing U.S. effort to prosecute Wikileaks founder Julian Assange for revealing American classified documents.
- There is a disparity in the treatment of Assange and Manning, with Obama shortening Manning's sentence while Assange remains under indictment. Supporters of Assange argue he is a journalist protected by the First Amendment who exposed U.S. military misconduct in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Ayr Station Hotel tower and north building to be demolished: South Ayrshire Council has confirmed the building's tower and half of the northern section at Ayr ...
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Sunak’s popularity among Tory members hits new low: Uh oh. The Prime Minister hasn’t been back from Easter recess for one full day yet and he’s already facing ...
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Vietnamese property tycoon sentenced to death over $12bn fraud: State media says Truong My Lan’s crimes eroded public trust in ruling Communist party
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Quick Glance: Death Sentence for Real Estate Tycoon in Vietnam's Largest Fraud Case
- Truong My Lan, a prominent businesswoman and real estate tycoon, was sentenced to death in Vietnam's largest financial fraud case, marking a shocking development in the country's escalating anti-corruption campaign.
- Born in 1956, Lan founded the Van Thinh Phat company with her family in 1992, which grew to become one of Vietnam's richest real estate firms linked to some of Ho Chi Minh's most valuable properties.
- She was accused of using the bank as her cash cow, illegally controlling it between 2012 and 2022, and using thousands of 'ghost companies' in Vietnam and abroad to give loans to herself and her allies.
- Her arrest in October 2022 falls within a period of increased anti-corruption efforts in Vietnam ramping up since 2022, impacting the country's economic outlook and unsettling foreign investors.
Andrew O’Hagan on Caledonian Road - and coming to terms with the past: Andrew O’Hagan meets me in the kitchen of his flat on the top of a tenement in Edinburgh’s ...
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UK climate change minister Graham Stuart resigns: Britain's climate change minister Graham Stuart resigned from the government after eight years on Friday ...
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PM defends NHS record as targets missed in England: The latest figures show many patients face long waits, but the PM insists headway is being made.
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House passes reauthorization of US spy program after GOP upheaval: The U.S. House has passed a bill to reauthorize and provide sweeping reforms of a key U.S ...
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PMQs live: Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer to clash as police say Angela Rayner facing ‘multiple’ allegations
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Tragic wedding day picture of mum stabbed to death as husband charged: Kulsuma Akter, 27, was rushed to hospital after being attacked on Saturday afternoon but ...
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Rangers strike late to earn 3-3 draw with Celtic in dramatic Old Firm derby at Ibrox
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Carry on cruising: 235,000 passengers and 161 ships set to visit Edinburgh, Fife and Dundee amid record season
scotsman.com/business/carry-on-cruising-235000-passengers-and-161-ships-set-to-visit-edinburgh-fife-and-dundee-amid-record-season-4592366
Stirling Studios given green light at Forthside site: Stirling is set to take centre stage in Scotland's film and TV industry with the creation of one of the ...
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Horror at Scots beauty spot as man dies and two women pulled from the water : Emergency services raced to Dollar Glen at around 10.30am on Saturday.
dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/horror-scots-beauty-spot-man-32579932
Takeaways: Iran's attack on Israel raises fears of a wider war: The unprecedented attack by Iran on Israel early Sunday ratcheted up regional tensions ...
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Grand National 2024 results in full : It was the big one at Aintree and it was a thriller as the big one lived up to the hype.
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Quick Glance: Why I Won't Be Watching the Grand National This Year
- I used to find the arguments of Grand National opponents outdated.
- Last year's event was chaotic and marked by accidents.
- There were many fatalities and criticisms leading to changes for the 2024 race.
- Despite the planned alterations, the author has lost interest in the race.
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