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'My sister spent £1,000 a month on drink from food delivery apps'

A woman who wants tighter restrictions on alcohol deliveries is working with Dry January charity.

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Another crunch moment for Starmer as he pleads with Labour MPs not to topple him

The prime minister will seek to reset his premiership in a speech on Monday.

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Star Wars and Shakespeare actor Michael Pennington dies aged 82

Actress Miriam Margolyes said she was "sad beyond measure" to hear of the actor's death.

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Two more cruise ship passengers test positive for hantavirus

One French passenger and one from the US test positive after being evacuated from the vessel in the Canary Islands.

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Starmer Vows to Prove His Critics Wrong in Speech to Save Job

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he won’t abandon the responsibility of leading the country, as he battled to save his premiership in a make-or-break speech.

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EON Set to Acquire Ovo to Create UK Energy Supply Giant

EON SE announced it would acquire Ovo Energy Ltd, potentially creating one of the largest energy providers in the UK, according to a statement.

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Rolls-Royce Lines up Rare Euro Bond as It Seeks War Buffers

Rolls-Royce is planning to sell euro-denominated debt for the first time since 2020 as it seeks to buffer its business against the impact of the Middle East war.

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The High-End Art Fair Where Everything Costs $0

There’s too much good art going unseen. At this event, artists are happily giving away their work.

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US and French nationals test positive for hantavirus after leaving ship

The American national has arrived in Nebraska, while a French woman is isolating in Paris.

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Amazon Prepares to Issue Its First Swiss Franc Bond in AI Push

Amazon.com, Inc. is preparing to issue Swiss franc bonds for the first time, as Big Tech hyperscalers turn to new debt markets to fund artificial intelligence spending.

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US Trade Delegation Likely to Visit India as Pact Talks Advance

A US trade delegation is likely to visit India for talks, a New Delhi official said Monday, as the two sides continue negotiations toward a bilateral agreement.

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Can you identify all 48 teams in World Cup 2026?

Are you football's biggest fan? Spin the globe and tap a country to select it. You have 3 minutes to make 48 guesses. Each mistake costs 1 point.

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Reliance Is Said to Plan Offering All New Shares in Jio IPO

Reliance Industries Ltd. is gearing up to offer only new shares in the initial public offering of Jio Platforms Ltd., without selldowns by existing holders, according to people familiar with the matter, marking a U-turn in the preparation for what is slated t…

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Trump thrusts the Postal Service back into his election fraud crusade

President Donald Trump is dragging the Postal Service deeper into his war on mail-in voting.

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Stark Class Divides Are Deepening Peru’s Electoral Chaos

Fewer than 15,000 votes stand between a leftist representing Peru’s impoverished communities and a conservative hotel magnate who represents the capital city as they compete for the final spot in June’s presidential runoff.

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Saudi Arabian Oil Exports to China Set for Deep Plunge in June

Saudi Arabian crude oil exports to China for loading in June are set to plunge to around 13 million to 14 million barrels, according to traders informed by the producer.

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Bafta TV awards 2026: Martin Lewis delivers emotional speech, and other memorable moments

There were tears, surprises and fabulous outfits - as one of the biggest nights for UK television took place.

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Thai Opposition Seeks Court Ruling on $12 Billion Borrowing Plan

Thailand’s main opposition parties are seeking a court ruling on the legality of Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul’s plan to borrow 400 billion baht ($12 billion) to deal with the fallout of the Middle East conflict and ease the cost-of-living crisis.

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Iran war day 73: Trump and Tehran clash over latest peace proposals

Brent crude rises amid a continuing deadlock as Trump describes Iran’s response as ‘totally unacceptable’.

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Snail slime for your face? | CNN

South Korea has become a global beauty hub, thanks to rapid innovation. Daniel Dae Kim goes to find the source of one of K-beauty’s most unique ingredients – snail mucin.

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Gaza filmmakers slam BBC after shelved documentary wins Bafta

‘We refuse to be silenced and censored,’ journalist and presenter Ramita Navai says while accepting the award.

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UK’s Keir Starmer faces likely challenge following Labour’s election defeat

The UK prime minister is set to give a speech on Monday in a bid to convince the public of his leadership.

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Philippine Congress poised to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte

Impeachment complaint seeks Duterte’s removal from office and perpetual disqualification from any government post.

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As attacks on Europe’s Jewish communities escalate, Iran may be recruiting operatives online

A CNN investigation has found that what appear to be Iran-linked groups are using social media to try to recruit individuals to carry out surveillance and attacks.

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Argentinian tourism hotspot denies causing hantavirus outbreak

The BBC reports from the city of Ushuaia, where experts have been sent to investigate the origins of the outbreak.

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Motorcycle dangles from traffic light pole after crash | CNN

A motorcycle was left hanging from a traffic light pole after crashing with a car in British Columbia, Canada, authorities said.

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Risks and rewards in France-Kenya partnership

Nairobi’s partnership with Paris has sparked criticism, with many worried Kenya’s interests will be subordinated.

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Thailand’s Thaksin Shinawatra released from prison

Influential former prime minister released on parole after spending about eight months behind bars.

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Savannah Guthrie shares tribute to missing mom | CNN

“Today” co-host Savannah Guthrie posted an emotional Mother’s Day tribute to her mother, Nancy Guthrie, who has been missing since early February from the Tucson, Arizona area.

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Hegseth calls for Sen. Mark Kelly to be investigated by Pentagon for second time

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Sunday called for Sen. Mark Kelly to be investigated over comments he made about US weapon stockpiles, marking the second time the Pentagon chief has opened a review into the Democratic senator.

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Why Eurovision's fallout over Israel may change the competition forever

With Eurovision facing its biggest boycott in 70 years, questions are growing over the competition's future.

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Iran war live: Trump slams Tehran’s reply; Israel kills 2 medics in Lebanon

US president says Tehran’s response ‘unacceptable’, as Iranian military warns it is ready if US-Israel war resumes.

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Adolescence makes history at Bafta TV Awards

The best shows and stars of the past 12 months are honoured at the Bafta TV Awards ceremony in London.

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Plane carrying virus-stricken cruise ship passengers lands in UK

British nationals who were aboard the HV Hondius will now be sent to a Merseyside hospital to quarantine for 72 hours.

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Trump’s role as LIV Golf host renews scrutiny over conflicts of interest

Experts are raising conflict-of-interest and ethical concerns after President Donald Trump hosted a LIV Golf event at his Virginia property this weekend, renewing scrutiny over whether the Trump family is financially benefiting from his time in office while s…

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Putin hints at ending Russia’s war in Ukraine, but why now?

Amid a US-backed ceasefire, Putin signals peace talks could progress, but broader negotiations remain stalled.

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Iran warns against complying with US blockade as Gulf attacks reported

No details have been released of Iran's response - or the US proposals - designed to bring the war to an end.

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US intelligence-gathering flights are surging off Cuba

The flights are notable not only for their proximity to the island’s coast, but for the suddenness of their appearance and their timing.

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New House bill aims to peel back banana regulations in childcare

A new bipartisan bill passed in the House is aiming to eliminate childcare regulations that critics in the industry say have gone bananas.

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Ahead of US-China summit, Taiwan’s opposition leader says island can embrace both powers

As Washington pressures Taiwan to spend big on defenses against a potential Chinese attack, one of the island’s most outspoken politicians is arguing the opposite approach: less confrontation and more dialogue.

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