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August 26, 2026

Government to take ‘significant measures’ to protect women and girls

The First Minister said there had been ‘absolute tragedies’ in Scotland over the summer.

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August 26, 2026

Former council chief convicted of deleting email subject to FOI Act

Former Mid and East Antrim Council chief executive Anne Donaghy was fined £1,500 following a trial at Ballymena Magistrates’ Court.

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August 26, 2026

12 UK nationals missing after flash flood in Nepal

The incident occurred on the Tibetan side of the Bhote Khoshi river at around 8.30am local time on Wednesday.

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August 26, 2026

Swinney ‘surprised’ Burnham not coming to Scotland on listening tour

The Prime Minister is understood to be missing Scotland out from his ‘listening tour’.

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August 26, 2026

Growing proportion of deaths associated with hottest days, figures suggest

There were an estimated 4,652 heat-related deaths in England and Wales in 2022, the highest figure for any year from 1988 to 2025.

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August 26, 2026

Harry and Meghan arriving back in UK today, reports say

The couple are said to be travelling on a private plane with their children as they prepare to set up their new home.

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August 26, 2026

Police not ruling out link between A66 crash and fatal house fire

Officers have launched a murder investigation after two people died in a blaze on Birchington Avenue, Grangetown, on Wednesday morning.

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August 26, 2026

Ex-police chief and three other officers investigated over Maccabi ban

Fans of the Israeli club were barred from travelling to a Europa League game against Aston Villa at Villa Park in November.

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August 26, 2026

Passport to be required for UK-Ireland ferry crossings

Passengers travelling between Holyhead and Dublin or Fishguard and Rosslare will now need to show a passport on departure.

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August 26, 2026

Dolly Parton’s 9 To 5 played at Changing the Guard in Royal Family's tribute to Country superstar

The Band of the Coldstream Guards delivered a rendition of Parton’s hit song as tourists gathered at the gates of Buckingham Palace.

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August 26, 2026

Jason Arday ‘found unresponsive by family members' at home in London, inquest hears

Inquest opens into ‘unnatural death’ of Prof Arday earlier this month

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August 26, 2026

Murdered Stacy Mair was failed when husband was let out on bail, say her family

The 35-year-old’s mother said her daughter might still be alive if Jim Mair had been monitored.

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August 26, 2026

Prince Harry, Meghan and children Archie and Lillibet to ‘arrive back in UK today’

The family are understood to be flying into the country privately from California

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August 26, 2026

Business owners would get £30 for HMRC phone delays, Jenrick announces

The Reform UK Treasury spokesman said the plans were aimed at speeding up the tax office’s services for small businesses.

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August 26, 2026

Murder probe launched after two killed and four injured in house fire

The blaze near Middlesbrough happened about two miles from the scene of a crash on Sunday that killed seven people, including two police off...

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August 26, 2026

Dolly Parton’s 9 To 5 played at Changing the Guard in tribute to superstar

The Band of the Coldstream Guards delivered a rendition of Parton’s hit song as tourists gathered at the gates of Buckingham Palace.

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August 26, 2026

Dramatic moment police slice open front door with electric saw in dawn raid on suspected knife smuggler's London home

More than a dozen officers stormed the flat after the door was cut through

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August 26, 2026

Man on stag do flight to Vegas fined for abusing crew in toilet row

Emmet Moynihan ‘smelled of alcohol and was clearly drunk’ when he boarded a British Airways flight from Heathrow to Las-Vegas on August 6.

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August 26, 2026

Man charged with attempted murder of police officers in South Lanarkshire

Police said a van was driven at two officers in Larkhall in July.

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August 26, 2026

Furious row over plans to turn David Bowie's childhood London home into a tourist attraction

Neighbours in quiet south London suburb battling plans that could lead to thousands of Bowie fans ‘invading’ their street each year

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August 26, 2026

Verdict expected in trial of former council chief over deleted email

Anne Donaghy is facing three charges in relation to emails that were subject to Freedom of Information Act requests.

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August 26, 2026

Andy Burnham defends calling Trump 'poisonous' as he prepares for face-to-face meeting with US President

The Prime Minister’s team is understood to be preparing for the first face-to-face meeting between the two leaders

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August 26, 2026

PM says Britain will not stop supporting Ukraine, amid CIA chief’s Russia visit

British leadership reaffirms unwavering commitment to Ukraine's defense as international tensions escalate. Following a significant CIA dire...

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August 26, 2026

Graffiti left for young men killed in A66 crash

A tragic collision on the A66 highway has resulted in seven fatalities, prompting an extensive investigation by Cleveland Police. Authoritie...

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August 26, 2026

What is the future for Notting Hill Carnival? Inside the battle for survival for Europe's biggest street party

Europe's most iconic street celebration reaches a critical juncture as organisers grapple with unprecedented financial pressures and heighte...

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August 26, 2026

Dolly Parton spoke of ‘hard times with my health’ in final interview

Country music legend Dolly Parton passed away at age 80, leaving behind an extraordinary legacy spanning decades. In her final interview, th...

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August 26, 2026

Raheem Sterling charged with dangerous driving and possession of 'laughing gas' after motorway crash

Raheem Sterling, the accomplished footballer with a distinguished career at Arsenal and Chelsea, faces serious legal charges following a mot...

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August 26, 2026

From Playboy cover to Glastonbury slot: Five looks from Dolly Parton’s career

Dolly Parton, the iconic country music legend and renowned philanthropist, has passed away at 80, leaving an indelible mark on music and hum...

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August 26, 2026

Raheem Sterling charged with dangerous driving after motorway crash

The former England footballer is also accused of possession of nitrous oxide for wrongful inhalation.

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August 26, 2026

Notting Hill Carnival 2026: Full list of road and Tube station closures

Notting Hill Carnival 2026 will transform West London into a vibrant celebration with extensive transportation disruptions. Anticipating hun...

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August 26, 2026

Man cleared over Lockerbie bombing dies

Al Amin Khalifa Fhimah stood trial over the 1988 atrocity.

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August 26, 2026

Energy price cap rise: What will it mean for your bill?

Households are facing heightened winter pressure from energy bills after regulator Ofgem raised its price cap by 4% to a three-year high

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August 26, 2026

Nigel Farage march on London: New poll's surprise findings on who the Londoners backing Reform UK really are

Reform voters in the capital may not be as old as many people might think

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August 26, 2026

London weather: Yellow thunderstorms warning in force as rain sweeps capital

A yellow warning for thunderstorms is in place from 3am to 10pm on Wednesday across much of England including London

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August 26, 2026

Andy Burnham 'tax rises': London's income tax bill hits record £80bn as PM doesn't rule out more levies

London's tax contributions have reached unprecedented levels, with income tax revenues climbing to £80 billion annually. The Treasury collec...

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August 26, 2026

Investigations into A66 crash continue as total arrests reach 17

Cleveland Police said two of the 12 people previously arrested have now appeared in court.

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August 26, 2026

Dolly Parton died after ‘brief battle with cancer’, publicist says

The legendary country music icon passed away following a brief cancer diagnosis, leaving behind an extraordinary legacy spanning decades. He...

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August 26, 2026

Inquest into death of Professor Jason Arday to be opened

The 41-year-old was found dead in south London on August 14.