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David Lammy warns China against helping Russia in Ukraine

David Lammy, the new Foreign Secretary, warned China not to become embroiled in Russia’s attempt to undermine Ukraine. He said Beijing should be “very careful” about deepening its partnerships with Russia, Iran and North Korea. The Foreign Secretary was speaking in Poland, where he held two hours’ of talks with the country’s foreign minister, Rados...

State of Origin war of words escalates as Gorden Tallis hits back at Michael Maguire's 'glass houses' dig ahead of crunch decider in Brisbane

The feud between Gorden Tallis and Michael Maguire is showing no sign of easing off after the pair fired multiple shots at one another on Monday.

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…

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.

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.

Manhunt under way after stabbing in Papakura, Auckland

A spokesperson said police are 'working hard to locate those responsible'.

Hungary PM Orban arrives in Beijing for talks with Chinese President Xi

BUDAPEST (Reuters) - Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban arrived in Beijing on Monday for talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Orban's press chief told state news agency MTI. "Prime Minister Viktor Orban's peace mission continues," Bertalan Havasi was quoted as saying. This is Orban's third surprise overseas trip since Hungary took over the European Union's rotating presidency at the

IDF eliminates Hezbollah terrorist Mustafa Hassan Salman in southern Lebanon

Overnight, an IDF aircraft struck and eliminated Hezbollah terrorist Mustafa Hassan Salman in the Qlaileh area of southern Lebanon, the military announced on Monday. IDF eliminates Mustafa Hassan Salman in a strike in Southern Lebanon. July 8, 2024. (Credit: IDF Spokesperson's Unit). Salman, an operative in Hezbollah's Rockets and Missiles Unit, to...

Dramatic search for 13 missing hikers trapped on California wildfire

A desperate search is underway for 13 young hikers who have vanished in the heart of a raging wildfire in California.

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.

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.

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...

Missing girl, 17, is found dead in woods near busy road

A 17-year-old missing girl has been found dead in the woods near a busy road as a minor is charged with her murder.

‘Stay in school’: Marjorie Taylor Greene mocked over July 4th gaffe

‘Stay in school’: Marjorie Taylor Greene mocked over July 4th gaffe - Georgia representative was ridiculed for muddling up details about the signers of the Declaration of Independence

Covid-19 outbreak at Summerset retirement village infects 23 residents

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

Is Ukraine heading for defeat?

Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff tests positive for Covid-19 days after joining Biden for July 4 celebrations

Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff tests positive for Covid-19 days after joining Biden for July 4 celebrations - Kamala Harris has tested negative and is scheduled to campaign for Biden’s reelection on Tuesday

Kawakawa man Dean Sigley jailed following two decades of sexual offending

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

Watch the moment BA flight stuck by lightning approaching Heathrow

Flight BA919 was forced to divert to Gatwick, some 25 miles away.

Starmer already at work on Brexit deal

Sir Keir Starmer has said work has already begun to improve the UK’s Brexit deal with the EU as Labour pursues closer ties with the bloc. The Prime Minister said he was confident of securing a better agreement with Brussels than the one struck by Boris Johnson four years ago, with stronger links on trade and security. He made the remarks as David L...

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

One person dead in Texas after tree falls on home when Hurricane Beryl slams into state

One person dead in Texas after tree falls on home when Hurricane Beryl slams into state - The 53-year-old man was in his house ‘riding out the storm’ with his family when disaster struck

Barcelona protesters spray visitors with water: Why has Europe fallen out of love with tourism?

Overtourism is putting pressure on health services, waste management, water supplies and housing at the expense of residents. View on euronews

Shocking pictures show Mount Etna explosion in detail as flights disrupted

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?

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.

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.

Final moments of missing woman before she mysteriously disappeared

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

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.

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...

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...

Violent Riots erupt as 'France's Jeremy Corbyn' claims election win

Footage shows hooded and masked protesters running through Paris, launching projectiles and setting Paris ablaze - as police attempt to prevent ugly scenes breaking out amid high political tension.

For 30 years he thought his neighbor was ‘creepy’. Then he learned he’s the Gilgo Beach serial killer suspect

For 30 years he thought his neighbor was ‘creepy’. Then he learned he’s the Gilgo Beach serial killer suspect - It’s almost exactly one year on since Rex Heuermann was arrested for a string of murders that had terrorized the Long Island community of Gilgo Beach for years

Can Labour undo Brexit: What has government said about UK’s relationship with the EU?

Can Labour undo Brexit: What has government said about UK’s relationship with the EU? - What could a Labour government mean for freedom of movement, trade and security cooperation with Brussels?

David Lammy targets 'closer partnership' with the EU

The new Foreign Secretary is making his first trip abroad as Britain's top diplomat following his party's thumping general election win.

Kaizer Chiefs marketing director Jessica Motaung explains decision to hire Nasreddine Nabi as new coach - 'He understands the club's brand'

Jessica Motaung has thoroughly explained what led to the hiring of the Tunisian coach ahead of the much anticipated 2024/25 PSL season.

Lady 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...

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

Hundreds celebrate in Paris as far-right loses sway in election day exit poll

Hundreds celebrate in Paris as far-right loses sway in election day exit poll -

Hungary’s Orbán makes surprise visit to China after trips to Russia and Ukraine

Hungary’s Orbán makes surprise visit to China after trips to Russia and Ukraine - Hungary’s Premier Viktor Orbán is making a surprise visit to China after similar trips to Russia and Ukraine to discuss prospects for a peaceful settlement in Ukraine

Student believed to be stabbed at Wellington Girls’ College

A person was taken to hospital and the school was put into lockdown on Friday.

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.

Indian Prime Minister Modi makes first visit to Russia since the start of its war on Ukraine

Indian Prime Minister Modi makes first visit to Russia since the start of its war on Ukraine - India’s prime minister is kicking off a two-day visit to Russia, his first since Moscow launched its invasion of Ukraine — a war that has complicated the relationship between the longtime partners and pushed Russia closer to India’s rival China

Fatal Wānaka cyclist crash: Witness describes coming across horror scene

Witness says the victim was not wearing a helmet.

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.

Thousands gather to pay final respects to Rob Burrow on funeral route

Thousands gather to pay final respects to Rob Burrow on funeral route - Kevin Sinfield flew home from New Zealand to be at the private service for his best friend.

Man threatened to stab Nelson supermarket worker after being refused alcohol

He arrived dragging a road cone under his car and left without the alcohol he wanted.

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

Home secretary launches new border security squad after scrapping Rishi Sunak’s Rwanda plan

Home secretary launches new border security squad after scrapping Rishi Sunak’s Rwanda plan - Yvette Cooper said the new body, set to include MI5, would tackle the root cause of the small boats crisis ‘going after these dangerous criminals and bringing them to justice’

Where in the world is Trump? Ex-president in hiding for 10 days while Biden makes 18 post-debate appearances

Where in the world is Trump? Ex-president in hiding for 10 days while Biden makes 18 post-debate appearances - Former president’s VP announcement set to be overshadowed by Democratic concerns about Biden’s age and mental fitness following a dismal debate performance