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‘I’m extremely proud of them’: Father and husband of British-Israelis killed in West Bank calls for peace

The father and husband of three British-Israelis murdered in the West Bank this month has told Sky News that he is immensely proud of...

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Murray Melvin, star of Torchwood and Phantom Of The Opera, dies aged 90

Torchwood star Murray Melvin has died at the age of 90, with Russell T Davies and John Barrowman leading tributes to the “wonderful” actor. His...

Politics

NHS strikes: ‘Full and final’ pay offer made to nurses, says Tory party chair

A “full and final” pay offer has been made to nurses, Conservative Party Chairman Greg Hands has told Sky News. He also acknowledged further...

Politics

New smart motorways to be banned after fatal accidents – find out which ones have been scrapped

The building of new smart motorways is being cancelled following concerns over safety and costs. Fourteen planned smart motorways – including 11 that are...

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Heardle: Spotify announces it’s shutting down the popular name-that-tune game

Spotify has announced it is dropping Heardle – the name-that-tune game inspired by Wordle. The streaming giant had acquired the game last July, five...

There’s a lot to absorb from this week’s news in the US – and many implications

It has been one those weeks in America where you end up with whiplash from a flood of remarkable news. So much news, in...

Sports

Sticky situation: Baldelli booted amid rosin dispute

7:14 PM ET Marly RiveraESPN Writer Close Marly Rivera is a writer for ESPNdeportes.com and ESPN.com. NEW YORK — Manager Rocco Baldelli was ejected...

Sports

Brewers’ Varland OK after scary liner to hand, jaw

7:29 PM ET ESPN News Services SAN DIEGO — Milwaukee Brewers reliever Gus Varland was hit on the right hand and then his jaw...

Sports

X-rays negative after Jays P Romano hit with ball

8:02 PM ET ESPN News Services TORONTO — Toronto Blue Jays reliever Jordan Romano suffered a contusion on his right rib cage as he...

Environment

Grand National ‘a disgrace’: Animal rights groups call for jump racing ban after three horses die at Aintree

Animal rights campaigners are calling for jump racing to be banned after three horses died at Aintree – with one suffering a broken neck...

Grand National ‘a disgrace’: Animal rights groups call for jump racing ban after three horses die at Aintree

Animal rights campaigners are calling for jump racing to be banned after three horses died at Aintree – with one suffering a broken neck...

Environment

Mother of knife crime victim Ava White calls for stop and search to be used on youngsters

The mother of Ava White, a 12-year-old girl who was stabbed to death, says new police powers to tackle adult knife crime should also...

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Alec Baldwin: Actor calls for ‘misguided’ lawsuit filed by family of Halyna Hutchins to be dismissed

Alec Baldwin is asking for a lawsuit filed by the parents and sister of Rust cinematographer Halyna Hutchins to be dismissed by a judge....

Sports

Activists storm track, delaying Grand National start

1:15 PM ET ESPN News Services Corach Rambler, the 8-1 favorite, produced a strong finish to win the Grand National after the world-famous horse...

Environment

Rishi Sunak to ban new smart motorways – find out if one in your area has been cancelled

The building of new smart motorways is being cancelled following concerns over safety and costs. Fourteen planned smart motorways – including 11 that are...

Rishi Sunak to ban new smart motorways following concerns about safety and cost

The building of new smart motorways is being cancelled following concerns over safety and costs. Fourteen planned smart motorways – including 11 that are...

Sports

The lapsed fan’s guide to the 2023 Stanley Cup playoffs: Top storylines, Cup favorites, key players

7:45 AM ET As a service to fans who have a general interest in the National Hockey League but have no idea what’s happened...

New details about coronation released – including who will get front row seat at palace

King Charles is giving veterans and NHS workers a prime viewing spot for his coronation, in what is set to be the largest ceremonial...

Technology

Amazon’s worker safety hazards come under fire from regulators and the DOJ

For years, Amazon warehouse staffers have complained about unsafe working conditions and the injury risks they face when rushing to fill packages and get...

World

US ambassador forced to shelter as fighting breaks out in Sudan’s capital

The US ambassador to Sudan has been forced to take shelter after sustained fighting broke out in the capital Khartoum, as tension between the...