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Putin ready to end war with Trump's help

The former White House occupant claims he could quickly end the war in Ukraine if he became president. Meanwhile, according to US media, he is conducting (secret) negotiations with Putin. Republican candidate Donald Trump's plan is to "force Volodymyr Zelensky and Vladimir Putin into negotiations by, on the one hand, threatening to reduce arms deliveries to Ukraine and, on the other, increasing arms deliveries to Kiev to increase pressure on...

Home Secretary launches new Border Security Command to tackle small boats gangs

Home Secretary launches new Border Security Command to tackle small boats gangs - Recruitment of a border security commander will begin on Monday, the Home Office said.

British police to be deployed in Europe to fight people smugglers

Hundreds of police officers will be deployed across Europe to stop people smugglers as part of Sir Keir Starmer’s new UK Border Security Command. Yvette Cooper, the Home Secretary, announced on Sunday the first steps in setting up the command by kickstarting the search from Monday for a former police, military or intelligence chief to head it. It w...

‘I can barely afford my son’s school fees under Labour – so what about my daughter?’

A generation ago, someone like Jeremy Prout, a consultant for 20 years, would have comfortably been able to send his children to private school. As it stands, he can just about afford the fees for his son, 11, and daughter, eight. The north London primary school charges £5,000 a term – a bill that will rise to £8,000 when his eldest moves to second...

Why 'good cop, bad cop' roles for parents might end in tears

When it comes to parenting, some may decide that assigning 'good cop - bad cop' roles can help keep children in check.

Christchurch man killed stranger he thought was abducting his son from skatepark

He became enraged when he saw the stranger holding his son's hand.

Former Green MP Darleen Tana breaks silence after being asked to resign from Parliament following probe into migrant exploitation claims

Under the waka-jumping law, a process has to be followed for Tana to be kicked out.

Macron votes in runoff election with potential victory for Le Pen

French President Emmanuel Macron voted in a pivotal runoff election that could either give Marine Le Pen's far-right National Rally a historic victory or result in a hung parliament, leading to years of political deadlock.

Superbug that now kills 300,000 people a year evolved rapidly from common bacteria

Superbug that now kills 300,000 people a year evolved rapidly from common bacteria - Pseudomonas aeruginosa, which causes multidrug-resistant infections in people with cystic fibrosis and lung damage, spread globally in just two centuries

Why is France tearing itself to shreds over an election?

BBC slammed over TV licence as Antiques Roadshow delayed without warning

BBC fans hoped to get their Sunday evening fix of Antiques Roadshow so were furious when it was rescheduled without notice.

Inside Iran’s stunning ancient sites that are sadly off-limits

As the home of one of the oldest civilisations, Iran is rich in cultural heritage, historical architecture and rare treasures but these are sadly currently off-limits to tourists due to the political situation. Here we unlock Iran's extraordinary ancient places...

Archbishop claims he felt pressured to abort his disabled daughter

Justin Welby 's daughter, Ellie, who is now aged 32, suffers from dyspraxia - a condition which affects movement and co-ordination.

Stoat on predator-free Miramar Peninsula found dead

The male stoat, that had been evading capture since December, was found on Sunday.

Green MP Darleen Tana spends 115 days suspended – half her political career

Darleen Tana hasn't been seen at Parliament for more than half her career as an MP.

Ukraine is fielding a century old machine gun and its proving quite effective

Urgent warning over parasite spreading at alarming rate in Australia

Australia has been hit by one of its largest gastro outbreaks in 20 years with one group becoming sick at an alarming rate.

'Dr Michael Mosley day' to be held by the BBC

Programmes scheduled to run across BBC One, Radio 2, Radio 4 and Radio 6 Music on July 12 will honour the broadcaster following his death on the Greek island of Symi at the age of 67.

Mum terrified after 'ghost' starts mimicking her and shouts daughter's name at night

A woman has been urged to check her house from inside out after allegedly hearing her own voice shouting her daughter's name when she isn't speaking - believing a 'ghost' is mimicking her

Teenage sisters drown after being swept away at deadly beach

Aisha Mohammed, 18, and Zainab Mohammed, 17, traveled from their home in the Bronx to Coney Island in Brooklyn on Friday for a beach day and were swept out to sea by a strong current.

Single detail in Coles photo divides Aussies on who is at fault

A concerned shopper spotted the filthy state of the shelves at the Coles in Melbourne on Sunday and claimed to watch staff 'ignoring it' for about 30 minutes.

This is where U.S. troops are stationed overseas

Devils Henchmen MC gang resurfaces in Christchurch

Patches spotted in city streets have caught the attention of police.

A not so dead language: Olga Miekeszczuk performs Yiddish concert in Jerusalem

Mieleszczuk’s performance added to the idea that Yiddish is still a living and breathing language.

Pictured: Bullfighter takes leap of faith on first day of Pamplona festival

A bullfighter was pictured fearlessly soaring over the charging animal in a performance display on the first day of the San Fermin festival in northern Spain. The recortador leaped over the horned animal as thousands looked on in the Plaza de Toros, Pamplona, and several other performers in red and white were clipped by the bull’s horns. The specta...

Watchdog investigates emergency authorisation for banned bee-killing pesticide

Watchdog investigates emergency authorisation for banned bee-killing pesticide - The Office for Environmental Protection said it was seeking to determine if there were ‘serious failures’ to comply with environmental laws.

Russians blow up Ukrainian children's hospital

We would almost forget as many of us are currently enjoying a carefree holiday, but the horror in Ukraine continues. This time the Russians have attacked a children's hospital, among others. At least five people were killed in Russian attacks on the Ukrainian capital Kiev on Monday. Another 10 were killed in the central city of Kryvy Rih. At least 31 people were also injured and taken to hospital. This is reported by local authorities and...

Rachel Reeves: 'I'll rip up rules on planning within days'

Vowing to take the 'difficult decisions' needed to boost economic growth, the new Chancellor will use her first major speech to reveal that the Government is beginning its assault on the planning rules.

"We must end Russian air terror"

Ukrainian President Volodymir Zelensky has addressed the nation following a Russian attack on the city of Dnipro in broad daylight on Wednesday. In that attack, six people were killed and some 50 injured by the missiles. In addition to the usual demands to strengthen air defences, Kiev has added a more ambitious request that could be put on the table at the NATO summit in Washington: that its allies provide the country with more long-range...

Nearly 1,000 homes in Cape Town destroyed by storms

Nearly 1,000 homes in Cape Town destroyed by storms - Cape Town’s disaster coordination team has been on alert since last Thursday

Major change coming to driver's licences in Australia

A major change has been introduced in one Aussie state that will make it easier for residents to sit for their L-plate exams.

GB News' Eamonn Holmes slips up in awkward blunder on air after abrupt absence

Eamonn Holmes appeared to confuse himself during Monday's instalment of GB News as he makes major slip up days after dropping worrying health admission.

Fatal Wānaka cyclist crash: Witness describes coming across horror scene

Witness says the victim was not wearing a helmet.

Doctors dig through rubble of bombed Kyiv children's hospital with bare hands

The attack is the biggest bombardment of the Ukrainian capital for several months, officials said.

Tourists in Barcelona sprayed with water as overtourism protests escalate

Tourists in Barcelona sprayed with water as overtourism protests escalate - Diners were drenched by disgruntled locals who called for holidaymakers to go home

Government considering new marae and cultural hub in Ruapehu after ‘flawed’ engagement with iwi

Concerns were raised about commercialising the Tūroa family name on Mt Ruapehu.

Crews in desperate battle to save CA airport surrounded by wildfire

Fire crews are in a desperate battle to save the Placerville Airport in El Dorado County, California after it was surrounded by an out of control wildfire.

British, 18, 'accuses UK holidaymaker of raping her in Ayia Napa'

The 18-year-old woman went to Cypriot police and told them that she woke up in the bed of the man, who is reported to be 19 years old.

Mum dies days after admitting killing her son, 8, in bid to end his suffering

Antonya Cooper, 77, admitted to having ended the life of her seven-year-old son Hamish and claimed to have allowed him to die "peacefully" following a terminal cancer diagnosis

Gulf Harbour body discovery: What we know so far

The remains of a woman were found inside a bag fished out of the sea in Gulf Harbour. Here's what we know so far.

Southland house fire which claimed lives of mum and 11-year-old caused by heater, investigation finds

The house had no working smoke alarms at the time of the fire.

Millionaire midwife still delivering babies a decade on from lottery win

Millionaire midwife still delivering babies a decade on from lottery win - Her first purchase following the win was a pair of Jimmy Choos.

Keir Starmer visits Northern Ireland assembly as Prime Minister

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has travelled to the Northern Ireland Assembly in Stormont where he is expected to meet with opposition parties. Sir Keir and his Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn were met by Speaker Edwin Poots.

France voted against the far right - but what could happen next?

France voted against the far right - but what could happen next? - ANALYSIS: France does not have a reputation for coalitions in recent times, writes Chris Stevenson, so be prepared for weeks of negotiations

Lorraine Kelly blasts Midsomer Murders as ITV introduces trigger warning

ITV presenter Lorraine Kelly was left unimpressed after it was recently announced that a popular murder mystery show now has a trigger warning

Kawakawa man Dean Sigley jailed following two decades of sexual offending

The woman went through his phone and discovered explicit images and recordings.

Neighbour's 'entitled' parking act sparks outrage on their street

A resident has been accused of committing an 'entitled' parking act in Sydney's inner west.

Man is stabbed to death in car park - before a 27-year-old is arrested

Police said the man, believed to be in his 30s, was found with a stab wound to his chest at a car park in Albury on Monday night.

Covid-19 outbreak at Summerset retirement village infects 23 residents

Summerset says recent events and activities contributed to the spike in cases.

Psychological problems for Japanese empress Masako