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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.

‘Everything they touch will turn to gold’: What’s next for the Sunaks?

It’s all over for Rishi Sunak now that his party has lost the general election in emphatic fashion – despite retaining his seat, this is surely the beginning of the end of his frontline political career as he serves out the last of his days as leader of the party. But as Sunak leaves the spotlight, might his wife, the Indian heiress and assured bus...

Sue Gray's son among dozens Labour MPs likely back pro-Brussels drive

Liam Conlon, whose mother is Chief of Staff to Sir Keir Starmer, became MP for Beckenham and Penge last week.

Felon, 21, kills four in mass shooting at Kentucky birthday party before turning gun on himself

Felon, 21, kills four in mass shooting at Kentucky birthday party before turning gun on himself - Suspected killer Chase Garvey, 21, was not invited to the party but was known to others at the gathering

How Starmer risks being ignored by world leaders

When it comes to international affairs, relationships matter. Would the Iraq war have played out differently if Tony Blair had not stood “shoulder to shoulder” with George W. Bush? Would the Berlin Wall have come down in 1989 without Margaret Thatcher charming Mikhail Gorbachev? In a world that appears to be veering to the right, Britain has just s...

The 10 worst British military aircraft

Amongst the gems of the British aero industry (of which there are many) there are also some embarrassing examples…

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.

Accused $1 million NYC squatter offers astonishing excuse

The accused $1 million squatter gave an astonishing excuse for the explosive video that showed him barging into the Queens home while its rightful owner was inside.

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...

Egyptian hockey star charged with murdering his wife to stand trial

Mohamed Samak, 42, who is charged with killing Joanne Samak, 49, was not required to attend a brief hearing at Birmingham Crown Court on Monday.

Sir Keir Starmer to reassure on Labour’s ‘unshakeable’ commitment to Nato

Sir Keir Starmer will seek to reassure world leaders of Labour’s “unshakeable” support for Nato after the uncertainty of the party’s Jeremy Corbyn years. The Prime Minister will use his first appearance on the world stage at the Nato summit in Washington (July 9-11), to say that despite the change of government, Britain’s backing for Ukraine will b...

Elephant in room at NATO: would Trump blow it up?

Western leaders are celebrating 75 years of NATO with an elephant in the room -- will Donald Trump, who could again be the US president within months, blow the alliance up? "You did this for four years, and guess what?

Video: Russian forces claim to have destroyed Patriot missile launchers in the Odessa region

The crew of the Iskander complex destroyed two Patriot anti-aircraft missile systems launchers and a Giraffe radar in the Odessa region, according to the Russian Defense Ministry.

Diabetic woman ‘howling’ and ‘delirious’ before death at workshop, court told

Diabetic woman ‘howling’ and ‘delirious’ before death at workshop, court told - Alternative healer Hongchi Xiao, from California, is on trial accused of the manslaughter by gross negligence of 71-year-old Danielle Carr-Gomm.

Far-right groups from France and Hungary to lead a new political force in the European Parliament

Far-right groups from France and Hungary to lead a new political force in the European Parliament - Far-right parties from 12 countries, including France’s National Rally and Hungary’s ruling Fidesz, have joined forces to form a new bloc in the European Parliament

DAILY MAIL COMMENT: Macron mayhem a wake-up call for all

From having a healthy majority in the National Assembly, Mr Macron's snap election gamble has thrown it all away. His centrist Ensemble bloc is diminished, demoralised, outnumbered.

Onepoto skipper James Thomson fined for Bay of Islands collision that destroyed historic ferry and injured captain

'The message for other skippers is, it is your responsibility to stay alert.'

Tribunal: Kiwi lawyer, who also works for Government, cleared of wrongdoing for conduct in Australian court custody battle for stepdaughter

The man was embroiled in an international custody battle for his stepdaughter.

Portsmouth Pride on Saturday 6th July 2024

Portsmouth Pride on Saturday 6th July 2024

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.

Viktor Orban provokes EU anger with trip to meet Putin in Moscow

Hungary’s prime minister has sparked anger in the EU by agreeing to meet Vladimir Putin in Moscow, in what appears to be an attempt to negotiate on Ukraine. Viktor Orban’s trip was reported by an investigative journalist and confirmed by various EU and Hungarian officials, one of whom told Radio Free Europe it would be happening on Friday. Mr Orban...

Living under Kim Jong-Un’s extreme rules: the life of Ri Sol-Ju

Why is fascism such a brutal ideology?

The worrying spike in recent right-wing activity, notably the emergence in the United States of the Proud Boys, harks back to an era during the 1920s and '30s and the rise of fascism in Europe. Italy's Benito Mussolini is credited with inventing fascism, a ultranationalist political ideology and movement underpinned by violent and oppressive authoritarianism. In fact, to identify with fascism is to embrace dictatorship, a centralized autocracy, and extreme nationalism. But why exactly is fascism so brutal in nature, and who were its most dangerous adherents? Click through and learn more about this abhorrent political movement.

Masks return to some parts of UK amid surge in Covid cases

The reintroduction of masks comes as the UK Health Security Agency reported that hospitalisations with Covid have risen to 3.31 per 100,000 from 2.67 per 100,000 in the previous week

Bye bye Tories: anti-Conservative protesters gather in Whitehall

People lining the streets of London's Whitehall bid farewell to outgoing Prime Minister Rishi Sunak with singing and placards. 'Bye bye Tories,' protesters sang as the convoy carrying Sunak head to Buckingham Palace to offer his resignation.

Ex-KGB operative reports possible betrayal among Putin's inner circle

Man tortured and starved girlfriend’s children because he ‘didn’t want them to have to poop’

Man tortured and starved girlfriend’s children because he ‘didn’t want them to have to poop’ - The children had been subject to malnourishment, restrainment with zip ties and beatings before their neglect was reported to CPS

Final moments of missing woman before she mysteriously disappeared

The chilling final moments of a missing woman before she mysteriously disappeared.

Is Ukraine heading for defeat?

Lady Victoria Starmer is out of the shadows and into the spotlight

In the 1,550 or so days since he assumed the leadership of the Labour Party, Sir Keir Starmer has been precise about the details he’s chosen to divulge about his personal and private life. He likes – no, loves – Arsenal Football Club. His father, you may have gleaned, made tools for a living. And he was a lawyer once. But on his breakneck, four-yea...

Putin to send up barrage balloons to fend off drone attacks

Russia plans to build a network of barrage balloons inspired by the First and Second World Wars to thwart Ukraine’s daring drone attacks A Russian aerospace firm says it has already begun testing balloons capable of holding up a net that, it is hoped, will offer protection against the long-range strikes that have badly damaged energy infrastructure...

Will Michelle Obama replace Joe Biden in the US presidential elections?

Tauranga District Court case: Jafar Kurisi’s crowdfunded reparation keeps him out of jail for illegal migrant exploitation

Around 19 workers were housed in a garage for four months. Some were without mattresses.

Migrants shocked after Govt brings in immediate visa changes

"The policy came out straight away and said effective immediately."

'Hate-motivated crime': Woman arrested after Pakuranga bus assault

One person was left with serious injuries after the incident.

What is next for France as hard-left seizes victory?

With Macron's presidency coming to an end in 2027, three years of political paralysis in France could well give Marine Le Pen all the ammunition needed to fight her way to the top

Nukhba terrorist murder suspect: 'The case blew up, suddenly they claimed he was a Gazan civilian'

The police are not expected to request further restrictions on the two suspects in the case, who were released last week under restrictive conditions.

Who is Darleen Tana, and why is she quitting the Greens?

The Green Party is calling for its wayward MP Darleen Tana to resign - but there's a chance she could stay in Parliament. Here's how it all works.

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...

Sean 'Diddy' Combs under criminal investigation in New York - report

Sean 'Diddy' Combs is reportedly the subject of an ongoing criminal investigation in New York. Sources told NBC News on Wednesday that a federal grand jury in the Southern District of New York is hearing evidence as part of the investigation into the rapper. The nature of the probe has not been disclosed. "This is the next step in the process for M...

At least 100 people shot in Chicago over July 4th weekend — a startling 27 percent increase from last year

At least 100 people shot in Chicago over July 4th weekend — a startling 27 percent increase from last year - At 19 people were killed in the shootings including an 8-year-old boy, police said

Russian attack 'against Sweden or its Allies cannot be ruled out'

The illegal invasion of Ukraine by Vladimir Putin's forces in 2022 prompted the Scandinavian nation to join NATO , ending more than two centuries of neutrality.

Three top civil servants ‘won’t get contracts renewed’ – sources

In an accelerating clear-out of public sector leadership, the heads of Māori-Crown Relations, Education and the Treasury are expected to step down The post Three top civil servants ‘won’t get contracts renewed’ – sources appeared first on Newsroom.

Is Ukraine heading for defeat?

Police guard man after kids die in ‘devastating’ fire in Sydney

An investigation has begun after a father stopped rescuers from saving his kids in Sydney.

Keir Starmer's children have one request before they all move into Downing Street

Prime Minister Keir Starmer's teenage children have one request if they are all to move into Downing Street's residence - and they've been 'campaigning' for a little while

Vet praised for incredible response after owners bring in 7-week-old puppy to be euthanised

Without disclosing the family's reasons for wanting the puppy euthanised, Dr Reeve shared some more details on Toby's story - which has a much happier ending than beginning.

Psychological problems for Japanese empress Masako

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...

‘World’s loneliest man’ lives in -70°C temperatures five hours from civilization