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City of cafes: Shanghai’s love affair with coffee

Shanghai has seen a boom in cafes, with the government claiming it now has more than any other place in the world. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4n8SuDT

Second person arrested amid police investigation into 'missing ashes'

A man has been arrested amid a police investigation into the alleged mismanagement of human remains and funds at a former funeral firm. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/3aLdkNX

Just Stop Oil protesters arrested at Heathrow

Two Just Stop Oil protesters have been arrested at Heathrow Airport after spraying orange paint in Terminal 5. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/ysBmJaE

Thousands hit by N Korea floods as Kim calls 'emergency'

A photograph taken by state media shows Kim Jong Un travelling through a flooded area in a Lexus. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JNjMyix

Royal Mail bidder Kretinsky holds talks with Reynolds over £3.6bn deal

The Czech billionaire who wants to take full control of Royal Mail has held private talks with the new business secretary to reassure him about his plans for one of Britain's most important companies. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/527ofdR

What is Hezbollah and will it go to war with Israel?

A deadly attack on the Israeli occupied Golan Heights has heightened fears of full-on fighting. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4HBiwjs

Convicted child rapist Van de Velde booed on Olympic debut

Convicted child rapist Steven van de Velde is booed as he makes his Olympic beach volleyball debut to a mixed reaction in Paris. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Q8UzRJD

One found dead on migrant boat near Calais

One person has been found dead near Calais after a small boat attempted to cross the Channel from France to the UK overnight, according to French authorities. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/RWXgGtb

Why school exclusions are at record levels

Exclusions in schools in England are sky-high - but experts say it's about more than worsening behaviour. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dCjQMVl

Watch how diving duo won Team GB's first medal

Watch as Great Britain's Scarlett Mew Jensen and Yasmin Harper secure GB's first bronze medal as they scored over 300 points in Women's synchronised 3m springboard at the Paris 2024 Olympics. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yhmIS5D

PC to face criminal investigation over airport kick video

A PC is to be investigated over an alleged assault on a man at Manchester Airport, the police watchdog says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ze4matD

Mouth bacteria 'can make some cancers melt'

A common type of bacteria has been found to make some cancers "melt", according to researchers. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/E2gsm4H

Reeves expected to reveal public finance shortfall of billions

The chancellor will unveil a public spending hole on Monday, which speculation suggests could hit £20bn. from BBC News https://ift.tt/h3Zbwgz

Family's heartbreaking tribute to missing 20-year-old diver

The family of a diver who disappeared off the Dorset coast have said they will "miss her forever" as they paid tribute to the "outgoing, loving and loyal" 20-year-old. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/McpVRwd

Fire-hit historic manor once owned by occultist and rock star receives huge funding boost

A charity working to restore a historic manor that once belonged to the son of a Jacobite, an occultist and a legendary rock star has received a £250,000 lotto boost. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/aVzZ7vR

Wildfires force 25,000 to evacuate Jasper resort in Rockies

People were told to leave the popular tourist town of Jasper on Tuesday as fires approached. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RhDPNHX

Breaching whale capsizes boat and sends two people overboard

The pair were recovered from the water, uninjured, according to the US Coast Guard. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mP0kCQV

What is the video controversy around Charlotte Dujardin and what has she said about allegedly whipping horse?

Charlotte Dujardin has pulled out of the Paris Olympics after a video emerged of her allegedly whipping a horse repeatedly. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/QrJKM4w

Hungary stripped of EU meeting over Ukraine stance

Hungarian PM Viktor Orban sparked anger last week by accusing the EU of pursuing a "pro-war policy". from BBC News https://ift.tt/iCu7jEP

Premier League joins new legal action against FIFA over 'too many matches'

The Premier League is joining fresh legal action against FIFA for expanding the international football calendar and risking the health of players. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/SDuC54z

Six people die in crash between car and motorbike

Four adults and two children died on the A61 between Wakefield and Barnsley, police say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TEViqnc

World's longest rowing boat to carry Olympic flame

The 24-seater boat will take the Olympic torch down a section of the River Marne on Sunday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HBsz6SK

'Mike Tyson, you're next': Jake Paul floors Mike Perry twice and wins in six rounds

Featherwight world champion Amanda Serrano outclasses Stevie Morgan before YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul beats former UFC fighter Mike Perry. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rD0Ykz6

Airline passengers facing 'nine-hour waits' and 'lost baggage' a day after global IT outage

Disruption caused by the global IT outage has continued this weekend as airline passengers reported long delays and lost baggage, while pharmacies tried to deal with a backlog in medicine deliveries. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/uTXMe1N

Cooper calls Leeds disorder 'audacious criminality'

Yvette Cooper MP has said those who sparked the disturbances will face full force of the law. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bHKp5qi

National Lottery website and app goes down

The National Lottery says it is investigating after users reported being unable to access its app and website. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/W5yPHrz

Dr Alex George awarded honorary degree

Dr Alex George was "moved to tears" when he received the letter offering him an honorary degree. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tGm3IJ4

British pair feared murdered in Sweden were 'role models' - as friend reveals 'greatest grief'

Two British men feared to be victims of a double murder in Sweden were "role models" in their community, according to a friend. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/bK62Chm

Watch: Huge fire engulfs 14-storey shopping centre in China

At least 16 people have died in the mishap at the 14-storey building. from BBC News https://ift.tt/M3PREAC

The Crown and Baby Reindeer score Emmy nominations - as Shogun and The Bear lead the way

Historical drama Shogun leads the way in this year's Emmy nominations, while The Crown and Baby Reindeer top the British entries. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/yg1ifML

Intensive work needed to avoid 'unjust' transition when Scotland's only oil refinery 'likely' closes - report

Accelerated action and intensive work is needed to avoid a "disorderly and unjust transition" when Scotland's only oil refinery "likely" closes, a report has warned. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/Wigb5dB

Is it a bird? Man scales street light to free seagull

Onlookers cheer an as-yet unknown man climbs lighting in Glasgow to rescue a trapped bird. from BBC News https://ift.tt/meHSLJi

Girl, 9, 'may never speak again' after drive-by shooting in London - as images of suspect released

A nine-year-old girl who was critically injured when a motorcycle gunman opened fire at a London restaurant "may never speak or move again" - as police released new pictures of the suspect. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/eFgUS9B

Missing ice cream statue returned with apology note from a 'couple of absolute melts'

The owner of a Glasgow cafe says she is delighted after a "couple of absolute melts" returned a missing ice cream statue that had been taken from outside the premises. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/BgnXLf3

Trump's vice president pick suggests UK is 'first Islamist country with nuclear weapons'

Donald Trump's running mate suggested the UK is the "first truly Islamist country" to obtain nuclear weapons after Labour won the election. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/GMxut35

England fan does not regret 'Euro winners' tattoo

Dan Thomas has urged other England fans to get their own tattoo ahead of the Euros 2028. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LRiCZaK

SNP join push for Starmer to scrap two-child benefit cap

Sir Keir Starmer is facing fresh pressure to scrap the two-child benefit cap after the SNP announced plans to push for a vote on the issue in the upcoming King's Speech. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/1FPa4Mw

Boy, 13, arrested after child stabbed

Paramedics treat a child at the scene after an altercation involving several teenagers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YiZkJx1

Video shows moment Trump ducks and is swarmed by security

The former US president and supporters around him are seen crouching after loud bangs are heard. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KT3urnY

Second child dies in house fire

A second child died overnight in hospital following a fire at a terraced house in east London. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rbia9TI

Sky Sports and BBC racing commentator 'devastated' by murders of wife and two daughters

Sky Sports commentator John Hunt said he and his family are "devastated" over the murders of his wife and two daughters. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/SDBp5qK

Princess of Wales to attend Wimbledon men’s final

The men's Wimbledon final will be the princess's second public appearance since her cancer diagnosis. from BBC News https://ift.tt/grONalk

Princess of Wales to attend Wimbledon men's final

The Princess of Wales will attend the men's final at Wimbledon on Sunday, Kensington Palace has confirmed. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/aFur0ZE

Tributes to 'unforgettable' actress Shelley Duvall

Duvall was known for her role in horror classic The Shining and her work with director Robert Altman. from BBC News https://ift.tt/L5Y0dHq

Prince Harry awarded for Invictus Games despite veteran's mother's criticism

Prince Harry was honoured at a ceremony in the US despite the mother of the award's namesake arguing others were more deserving. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/ln41vux

New MPs, new government... new politics?

Amol and Nick on why prisons are at the top of Starmer’s in-tray. from BBC News https://ift.tt/i2p34lc

Card payments down across major shops and petrol stations

Card payments at major high street shops like Asda, Sainsbury's, and petrol stations across the UK appear to have crashed this morning. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/Ci4toHG

President's daughter hopes coming out will change anti-gay laws

Brenda Biya says her family in Cameroon was angry when she posted a photo of her kissing a woman. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7wEWF96

Parents of three-year-old girl killed after being hit by car settle civil suit against driver

The family of a three-year-old girl who died after being hit by a car in Fife have settled a civil action against the driver. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/mzK2MbC

The secret hospitals offering criminals new faces

The Philippine hospitals are equipped with hair transplant tools and dental implants. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uzB80XE

Labour to woo global investors at early October summit

Sir Keir Starmer will set out Labour's pitch to global investment giants at a conference in early October as his new government seeks to draw tens of billions of pounds of foreign capital. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/XnD7kPl

UK music needs 'the next Zayn', says Simon Cowell

The X Factor and Britain’s Got Talent boss starts his search for the next big UK boyband in Liverpool. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ug7P96T

James Corden delays start of play to watch England's penalty shootout with audience

James Corden delayed the start of his West End stage show on Saturday evening to watch the penalty shootout between England and Switzerland with his audience. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/w7AUWHd

Labour rejects Blair's call for digital ID cards to cut migration

The new Labour government has ruled out the introduction of digital ID cards after former prime minister Sir Tony Blair called for the measure to help control migration. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/osWPSMv

Missing Jay Slater's mum 'overwhelmed' by support

The mother of missing Jay Slater gives an update on the family's continued search to find him. from BBC News https://ift.tt/C5IFeSJ

Tories lost because we failed to deliver - Jenrick

Ex-immigration minister does not rule out running for Tory leader but says focus should be on what went wrong. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QyYLOwU

Jay Slater volunteer says search area 'like labyrinth' - as missing teen's mum issues update

Jay Slater's mother has thanked a local hiking group for continuing the search for the missing 19-year-old on Tenerife, nearly three weeks after his disappearance. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/3OWLind

Three men charged with burglary after woman found dead

Three men have been charged with burglary after a woman was found dead in Leicester. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/QYiBy8X

Murray continues farewell tour with Raducanu

Andy Murray will continue his Wimbledon farewell when he teams up with Emma Raducanu in the mixed doubles on Saturday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WvbKeia

New PM holds first cabinet meeting after landslide victory

Sir Keir Starmer is chairing his first cabinet meeting following Labour's landslide win that ended 14 years of Tory rule. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/ZxLerND

Murray thanks Wimbledon for 'emotional' farewell celebration

Andy Murray is left in tears on Centre Court as a ceremony - watched by family, fans and fellow players - marks his final Wimbledon. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NMYPvHK

'I have heard your anger': Rishi Sunak resigns as Conservative Party leader

Rishi Sunak has resigned as leader of the Conservative Party after Labour won a landslide in the general election, saying "I am sorry". from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/mczqhrX

Uefa investigating Turkey's Demiral over goal celebration

Turkey defender Merih Demiral says his goal celebration against Austria was pre-planned, but is now under investigation by Uefa. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WxfXSun

Mbappe v Ronaldo: Real Madrid galacticos past & future meet

Growing up, Kylian Mbappe had Cristiano Ronaldo posters on his wall. On Friday they will meet as France play Portugal at Euro 2024. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yA2QZf1

Cineworld to exit dozens of cinemas in radical restructuring plan

Cineworld is drawing up plans to axe dozens of British cinemas as part of a radical restructuring that would also include extensive rent cuts. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/gqjeH6B

Grief and anger after India crush kills 121

Most of the dead were women - killed as crowds left a packed religious gathering in Uttar Pradesh state. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZnxkmfK

Woman charged with killing Asda security guard as man's family pay tribute to 'much-loved husband and father'

A woman has appeared in court charged with killing an Asda security guard in Angus. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/T73Yqjg

NHS gene check is helping children with cancer

Whole-genome sequencing enables doctors to quickly decide what medicines will work best. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VtvOgBn

Family tribute to 'much-loved' man who died after being struck by lorry

The family of a pedestrian who was found dead by the side of a road around a mile away from where he was hit by a lorry have said they are "positively touched" by all the messages of condolence. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/kwZWnNu

Queen Camilla hosts boy who missed garden party

Tony Hudgell was on his way to Buckingham Palace in May when he got stuck in traffic on the M20. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WGBg9zy

Man charged over death of woman at house to appear in court

A man has been charged and is due to appear in court later today in connection with the death of a woman at a house in Glasgow. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/813n5wM

Taylor Swift's childhood items to go on show at V&A

Taylor Swift is getting her own exhibition at the V&A Museum in London this summer. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/hWIgLY5