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Spanish protesters squirt water at Barcelona tourists: ‘Go home’

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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...

What can climb up a toilet? Plumber reveals which creatures are capable of making their way up piping and into a bathroom - and some are DEADLY

Mike Flook, a plumbing expert from MyBuilder.com, notes that it's not uncommon for rats to make their way into toilets. But other critters are also able to instigate a U-bend invasion...

POLL: Should personal pension savings be available tax free? Vote now

Rishi Sunak has signalled an incoming Conservative government would ensure that people whose only income is the state pension will not be liable for tax under what he calls a "Triple Lock Plus".

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.

Australian tourist town declares three-day curfew after spate of violence

Australian tourist town declares three-day curfew after spate of violence - Alice Springs, gateway to tourist attractions such as the Uluru monolith, witnessed series of violent assaults and mass brawl over weekend

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?

Iranian warship Sahand capsizes and sinks in port

Iranian warship Sahand capsizes and sinks in port - Frigate was being repaired at a wharf when it became unbalanced and sank in shallow water

What Modi and Putin hope to gain from their Moscow summit

What Modi and Putin hope to gain from their Moscow summit - Analysis: Modi has arrived in Russia for his first visit since the invasion of Ukraine. Shweta Sharma looks at what both countries hope to achieve from the meeting

British holidaymakers join legal action against resort after illness

Graham Lamont (pictured with his wife and daughter) travelled to the Riu Palace Santa Maria resort in Cape Verde last May and is still feeling the aftereffects of 'severe food poisoning' after he was struck down.

Baby dies after being found 'not breathing' inside Manchester house

Emergency services, including police officers and paramedics, were called to Bonscale Crescent, Middleton, at around 2:05pm yesterday afternoon.

'It caused his death': Man abused in care at Marylands School dies before justice served

A woman whose disabled brother contracted a fatal disease as a result of horrific child sexual abuse at a religious boarding school is angry he died before justice could be served.

'My son's friend's dad left them alone in the park – he hurt himself while he was gone'

A woman was horrified when she found out her son's friend's dad left them both in a park on their own, allowing her son to get hurt in the process – and she doesn't know whether she's allowed to be angry

SC issues landmark guidelines for disability representation in films

The judgment underscored the detrimental impact of stereotypes on discrimination and the enjoyment of fundamental rights

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...

Father of missing Jay Slater says the investigation 'stinks'

Warren Slater, 58, spoke out about the investigation after completing a gruelling eight-hour search in 25C heat under in a remote valley where Jay Slater's phone last pinged on June 17.

Man and woman arrested over Gulf Harbour body in bags case

The pair were caught attempting to leave the country on Sunday.

Mel B is to be awarded an honorary doctorate for her work with ­survivors of domestic abuse - after she opened up about her own experience

The Spice Girl, 49, has opened up in recent years about the 'abuse' she suffered while married to her ex-husband Stephen Belafonte.

Violent clashes break out in Paris after shock exit poll results in France’s general election

Violent clashes break out in Paris after shock exit poll results in France’s general election - The protests came after the leftwing New Popular Front won 182 seats, blocking Marine Le Pen’s National Rally

Student who spends $60-a-week on her dogs explains how she still saves

The NSW student said she had some other non-negotiable expenses, including $60-a-week for her three dogs who she views as her 'children' and eat better than her, despite the cost of living crisis.

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...

French airport workers call for strike the week before Paris Olympics

The call came just hours after the New Popular Front leftist coalition placed first in the second round of legislative elections, surprising many in France and abroad.

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.

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.

Two men are arrested on Oprah Winfrey's $5.3million Hawaii ranch

Luke Allen and Ty Munoz were arrested just before midnight on June 21 after officers found them using a hunting spotlight on a public road that runs through Winfrey's ranch in Kula, state officials said.

Family seen preparing for new baby-then returning home with his ashes

The couple, from Naples, Florida , had just asked Jessie's sister and brother-in-law to be the godparents of Matthew just two days before he was born.

Three people killed after small plane crashes on French motorway

The aircraft crashed on the A4 motorway near Disneyland Paris after hitting an electric power cable.

Travel advice issued for Cyprus amid raging wildfires in 40°C heat

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.

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.

Health Secretary to meet junior doctors and dentists over strikes and reform

Health Secretary to meet junior doctors and dentists over strikes and reform - Medics in training across the NHS went on strike for five full days from June 27.

Will Putin send Russian children to North Korean summer camps?

The children will reportedly visit the Songdowon camp on the country's eastern shore, which is reportedly a mix between a Disney-themed water park and a boarding house with early wake up calls.

‘Gruesome’ remains of 12 year-old girl found after crocodile attack

‘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

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.

Ivanka Trump opens up for the first time about father's legal battles

During an on-camera interview with Lex Fridman, the 42-year-old spoke about the Donald Trump 's long series of legal entanglements.

Dire warning an unstoppable contagion is about to take off

Health authorities have warned an unstoppable contagion could spread in one Aussie state in a matter of days, and revealed how residents can remain safe.

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.

Girl, 3, died months after doctors 'missed chances' to diagnose her

Ryleigh Hillcoat-Bee had a cardiac arrest and died on Monday, November 8, 2021. But an inquest ruled her condition could have been investigated more three months before her death in August.

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

Out with the old... New MPs begin to arrive in Westminster

Scores of Labour politicians as well as new groups from the Green Party and Reform are expected to start setting themselves up ahead of the King's Speech.

Majorca panic as Magaluf mayor insists 'British tourists are welcome' in tourism row

The mayor of the small town a stone's throw away from Magaluf broke away from colleagues from across Spain criticising British holidaymakers.

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...

Bay of Plenty crash: Emergency services called to State Highway 2 at Pukehina

Police were called to the crash about 1.55pm.

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...

Lotto results: Ōtorohanga player wins share of $1 million

One store sold 10 winning tickets plus a second division Powerball winner.

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

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

France voter turnout high: French leftists win most seats in elections, pollsters predict

Projections show left coalition that came together ahead of snap election won most seats.

Soccer-Lyon sign Ghana winger Nuamah on permanent deal after loan spell

(Reuters) - Olympique Lyonnais have signed Ghana winger Ernest Nuamah from Belgian side Molenbeek permanently after a successful loan spell, the Ligue 1 side said on Sunday. The 20-year-old was on loan at Lyon last season and has now signed a four-year contract, with the transfer fee being 28.5 million euros ($30.79 million). ($1 = 0.9255 euros) (Reporting by Tommy Lund in Gdansk; Editing by