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King's Guard shouts at girl outside Buckingham Palace

King's Guard shouts at girl outside Buckingham Palace

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A defiant jogger appeared undeterred by the unrest in Paris, running through thick smoke from burning barricades amid ongoing protests

A defiant jogger appeared undeterred by the unrest in Paris, running through thick smoke from burning barricades amid ongoing protests

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Rishi Sunak has accepted a £1,000 bet from Piers Morgan that deportation flights to Rwanda will be up and running before the General Election. The full interview is due to be shown on the Piers Morgan Uncensored YouTube channel at 2pm and TalkTV at 8pm on Monday (5 February).

Rishi Sunak has accepted a £1,000 bet from Piers Morgan that deportation flights to Rwanda will be up and running before the General Election. The full interview is due to be shown on the Piers Morgan Uncensored YouTube channel at 2pm and TalkTV at 8pm on Monday (5 February).

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The Prince of Wales teased Ross Kemp about the actor’s appearance on the celebrity version of The Traitors during a visit to Somerset on Tuesday (6 October).

The Prince of Wales teased Ross Kemp about the actor’s appearance on the celebrity version of The Traitors during a visit to Somerset on Tuesday (6 October).

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Larry the cat tripped up a photographer as he exited Downing Street following Polish president Karol Nawrocki's meeting with Sir Keir Starmer on Tuesday, 13 January. Karol Nawrocki visited Number 10 to thank the PM for the UK soldiers stationed in his country as part of the UK’s contribution to Nato’s Forward Land Forces, while Sir Keir thanked him for hosting the squadron. Click the link in bio for more 🔗

Larry the cat tripped up a photographer as he exited Downing Street following Polish president Karol Nawrocki's meeting with Sir Keir Starmer on Tuesday, 13 January. Karol Nawrocki visited Number 10 to thank the PM for the UK soldiers stationed in his country as part of the UK’s contribution to Nato’s Forward Land Forces, while Sir Keir thanked him for hosting the squadron. Click the link in bio for more 🔗

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Trump bizarre sitting ritual prompts speculation as he shows Macron around gilded NYC apartment

Trump bizarre sitting ritual prompts speculation as he shows Macron around gilded NYC apartment

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Trump doesn't know the difference between Britain, the UK and England

Trump doesn't know the difference between Britain, the UK and England

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Harry asked if he's spoken to his uncle Earl Spencer amid Diana book fallout

Harry asked if he's spoken to his uncle Earl Spencer amid Diana book fallout

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Two Airlink planes performed a dramatic low flyover above Cape Town's DHL Stadium ahead of South Africa vs New Zealand in the "Rugby's Greatest Rivalry" series on Saturday (29 August).

Two Airlink planes performed a dramatic low flyover above Cape Town's DHL Stadium ahead of South Africa vs New Zealand in the "Rugby's Greatest Rivalry" series on Saturday (29 August).

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Attenborough pumpkin mosaic breaks world record

Attenborough pumpkin mosaic breaks world record

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RFK Jr says he’s investigating ‘chemtrails’ conspiracy theory

RFK Jr says he’s investigating ‘chemtrails’ conspiracy theory

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Scaffolding on a Hong Kong high-rise building under construction collapsed as it was lashed by high winds brought about by the incoming Typhoon Noul. No injuries have been reported.

Scaffolding on a Hong Kong high-rise building under construction collapsed as it was lashed by high winds brought about by the incoming Typhoon Noul. No injuries have been reported.

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King Charles’ mischievous response to US comedian’s royal impersonation

King Charles’ mischievous response to US comedian’s royal impersonation

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Devastating footage as bungalow destroyed by huge blast in suspected gas explosion, leaving one man injured. #uknews #news #gasexplosion #latest #viral

Devastating footage as bungalow destroyed by huge blast in suspected gas explosion, leaving one man injured. #uknews #news #gasexplosion #latest #viral

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King Charles and Queen Camilla visited the 9/11 memorial ahead of the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks as part of their historic state visit to the United States, where His Majesty shared a brief exchange with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani.

King Charles and Queen Camilla visited the 9/11 memorial ahead of the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks as part of their historic state visit to the United States, where His Majesty shared a brief exchange with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani.

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Officers helped rescue a giant dog from the Spanish wildfires. More than 360,000 people have been forced to evacuate their homes as wildfires continue to rage across Spain and France.

Officers helped rescue a giant dog from the Spanish wildfires. More than 360,000 people have been forced to evacuate their homes as wildfires continue to rage across Spain and France.

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The Japanese ambassador to the UK has embraced Scottish drinks and slang during a recent trip to Glasgow. In a clip posted on social media on Wednesday (11 February), Hiroshi Suzuki enjoyed a pint of Tennent's lager before watching Japanese stars Reo Hatate and Daizen Maeda at a Celtic vs Livingston match at Celtic Park. Click the link in bio for more 🔗

The Japanese ambassador to the UK has embraced Scottish drinks and slang during a recent trip to Glasgow. In a clip posted on social media on Wednesday (11 February), Hiroshi Suzuki enjoyed a pint of Tennent's lager before watching Japanese stars Reo Hatate and Daizen Maeda at a Celtic vs Livingston match at Celtic Park. Click the link in bio for more 🔗

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Prince Louis shared a sweet moment with his grandfather, King Charles, during the Easter Sunday service at St George’s Chapel in Windsor. Arriving at the service, King Charles appeared to blow a kiss to his grandchildren.

Prince Louis shared a sweet moment with his grandfather, King Charles, during the Easter Sunday service at St George’s Chapel in Windsor. Arriving at the service, King Charles appeared to blow a kiss to his grandchildren.

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Nigel Farage said Reform UK would "gladly" accept more funds from billionaire Christopher Harborne, who has registered to vote in the UK. The crypto businessman gave £5 million to Mr Farage before his 2024 general election candidacy, prior to his announcement to stand as an MP.

Nigel Farage said Reform UK would "gladly" accept more funds from billionaire Christopher Harborne, who has registered to vote in the UK. The crypto businessman gave £5 million to Mr Farage before his 2024 general election candidacy, prior to his announcement to stand as an MP.

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When Sean Penn won his third Oscar at the 2026 ceremony, he didn’t show up to collect the award – and Kieran Culkin made a dig at his expense. Penn won the Best Supporting Actor trophy for his role in Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another, having previously won Best Actor for Mystic River and Milk in 2004 and 2009, respectively.

When Sean Penn won his third Oscar at the 2026 ceremony, he didn’t show up to collect the award – and Kieran Culkin made a dig at his expense. Penn won the Best Supporting Actor trophy for his role in Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another, having previously won Best Actor for Mystic River and Milk in 2004 and 2009, respectively.

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President Donald Trump lost his temper after The Independent's White House Correspondent Andrew Feinberg questioned him on his new anti-fraud program on Tuesday (20 October).

President Donald Trump lost his temper after The Independent's White House Correspondent Andrew Feinberg questioned him on his new anti-fraud program on Tuesday (20 October).

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Kate Middleton and her daughter Princess Charlotte were spotted riding on the London Underground’s Elizabeth Line. The royal pair were filmed by an eagle-eyed passenger on Saturday October 10 while traveling from Slough station to Tottenham Court Road.

Kate Middleton and her daughter Princess Charlotte were spotted riding on the London Underground’s Elizabeth Line. The royal pair were filmed by an eagle-eyed passenger on Saturday October 10 while traveling from Slough station to Tottenham Court Road.

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A Mexican wrestler has been charged with manslaughter following the death of a 75-year-old referee after a high-risk manoeuvre was reportedly performed on him.

A Mexican wrestler has been charged with manslaughter following the death of a 75-year-old referee after a high-risk manoeuvre was reportedly performed on him.

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Golden statue of naked Trump called 'Orange Plague' appears at European Parliament

Golden statue of naked Trump called 'Orange Plague' appears at European Parliament

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Prince Harry and Meghan have been met by cheering crowds as they visit Nottingham to carry out their first joint public engagement since their shock return to the UK.

Prince Harry and Meghan have been met by cheering crowds as they visit Nottingham to carry out their first joint public engagement since their shock return to the UK.

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Why Tesla's ‘flying car’ has won the internet

Why Tesla's ‘flying car’ has won the internet

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How this Slovenian town on the Italian border is celebrating its cultural blends

How this Slovenian town on the Italian border is celebrating its cultural blends

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Prince William and Princess Kate will be ‘breathing a sigh of relief’ at the Duke and Duchess of Sussexes’ Christmas plans, a former royal butler to the King has said.

Prince William and Princess Kate will be ‘breathing a sigh of relief’ at the Duke and Duchess of Sussexes’ Christmas plans, a former royal butler to the King has said.

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Aran Murphy opened up about starring as Sharon Horgan's son in new HBO comedy series Youth.

Aran Murphy opened up about starring as Sharon Horgan's son in new HBO comedy series Youth.

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Singer Craig David has gone viral after sharing a video of himself trying to rescue a flying fish in the Maldives. Click the link in bio for more 🔗

Singer Craig David has gone viral after sharing a video of himself trying to rescue a flying fish in the Maldives. Click the link in bio for more 🔗

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Joe Beham, a Wicklow councillor has amassed over one million views after accidentally adding a spooky sound to a serious annoucement for residents on TikTok.

Joe Beham, a Wicklow councillor has amassed over one million views after accidentally adding a spooky sound to a serious annoucement for residents on TikTok.

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Former England footballer Raheem Sterling is seen with canisters of nitrous oxide on his lap in newly released bodycam video of his dangerous driving arrest.

Former England footballer Raheem Sterling is seen with canisters of nitrous oxide on his lap in newly released bodycam video of his dangerous driving arrest.

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Prince William is likely to further distance himself from his brother, Prince Harry, when he becomes King, and could even strip him of his HRH title, according to a former royal butler.

Prince William is likely to further distance himself from his brother, Prince Harry, when he becomes King, and could even strip him of his HRH title, according to a former royal butler.

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Nearly two years into Donald Trump’s second term, with that in mind, your co-authors took a road trip across the United States last month to see how people felt about the one economic indicator: Fuel prices.

Nearly two years into Donald Trump’s second term, with that in mind, your co-authors took a road trip across the United States last month to see how people felt about the one economic indicator: Fuel prices.

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The Duke of Sussex has been seen for the first time in public since returning to the UK when he arrived at the inaugural Invictus Spirit Awards in London on Thursday (17 September).

The Duke of Sussex has been seen for the first time in public since returning to the UK when he arrived at the inaugural Invictus Spirit Awards in London on Thursday (17 September).

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The new press secretary Katie Zacharia referred to her husband as the "president" in her first briefing.

The new press secretary Katie Zacharia referred to her husband as the "president" in her first briefing.

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How Trump hid in catering cart to board secret flight after Iran threat #trump #worldnews #usnews #plane #politics

How Trump hid in catering cart to board secret flight after Iran threat #trump #worldnews #usnews #plane #politics

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Second Lady Usha Vance had a scare as she slipped while coming down the stairs of Marine Two while carrying her nine-week-old baby.

Second Lady Usha Vance had a scare as she slipped while coming down the stairs of Marine Two while carrying her nine-week-old baby.

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