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The Indian rapper who overtook Kendrick Lamar on music charts

With his song Big Dawgs, Hanumankind has fast become a name to reckon with in the global hip-hop scene. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7YEGQBu

Pensioner arrested on suspicion of murdering woman

A pensioner has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of a woman, police have said. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/aE2CMSy

Doctor bailed over Matthew Perry drugs death

Dr Mark Chavez is among five people charged over the Friends star's death in Los Angeles last year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yF6SrnT

Man caught upskirting at British Museum jailed

Jake Verano Gomez was spotted by an off-duty police officer secretly filming a woman. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uyn2ENJ

Rod Stewart responds to claims of 'rift' in marriage to Penny Lancaster

Rod Stewart has denied reports he and his wife Penny Lancaster are facing "disharmony" in their marriage, telling fans they "could not be more in love with each other". from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/dODEWAK

Hiker rescued after workmates left him on mountain, says search crew

He survived stormy weather and multiple falls after reaching a Colorado mountain summit on his own. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gDH8l7W

Number of migrants to have arrived in UK so far this year on small boats passes 20,000

The number of people to have arrived in the UK on small boats so far this year has topped 20,000, according to the Home Office. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/bTIsnrj

Ex-rugby star who quit to play in NFL fails to make Super Bowl champions' squad

Former Wales rugby international Louis Rees-Zammit has missed out on a place in Kansas City Chiefs' squad for the new season. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/OCgPjFG

Elderly woman's killer released for second time to fight in Ukraine

The 85-year-old grandmother's killer has been released only a week into his 22-year prison sentence. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CtuDrMo

Former British Paralympian forced to 'crawl off' train

Former British Paralympian Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson said she was forced to "crawl off" a train after arriving at London's King's Cross. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/fhn3mSt

'No rules' to prevent Labour donor and peer getting Number 10 pass, party chair says

There were "no rules" to stop Labour giving donor Lord Waheed Alli a Downing Street pass, the party's chair has told Sky News. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/jx1YhlH

Hall hopeful of European Solheim Cup wildcard spot

England's Georgia Hall is selected as one of captain Suzann Pettersen's four wildcard picks for next month's Solheim Cup against the US. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EJsjHwq

World's oldest man celebrates birthday - and reveals the British classic he eats every week

The world's oldest living man has turned 112 - and revealed the British classic he eats every Friday. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/7DY3BAO

Why are US parents moving kids out of public schools?

How politics and culture wars are shaping education choices in Arizona from BBC News https://ift.tt/jPcx1Ay

Britain's oldest skydiver, 102, says its 'mission accomplished' after birthday jump

A 102-year-old woman who celebrated the milestone birthday by throwing herself out a plane said it's "mission accomplished". from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/TRNei8v

Anthony Fauci recovering from West Nile virus

The former chief medical adviser is now recovering at home after suffering fever and chills. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LM9Djh0

Ed Sheeran fans surprised as Hollywood star performs with band

Hollywood star Chris Hemsworth has surprised Ed Sheeran fans at a concert in Romania by joining the singer's band on stage to play the drums. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/tFvN6QY

'Keep Grenfell in your hearts during carnival'

Raymond Bernard lived on the top floor of Grenfell Tower for over 30 years and died in the tragedy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tDGk2N6

More arrests made after mother and her three children killed in house fire

Police have made two more arrests after a house fire in Bradford killed a mother and her three children earlier this week. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/Rql62vU

BBC sacks One Show presenter Jermaine Jenas after complaints

The ex-footballer says there are "two sides to every story" after he is taken off air by the BBC. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SL2HrnA

'Elsie's Special Day': Family of Southport victim hold funeral to 'celebrate her life'

The family of Elsie Dot Stancombe, who died in the Southport attack, have released a new photo as her funeral takes place this morning. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/w6v9tak

'Laughable' for Reeves to claim she didn't know true state of the public finances

It is "laughable" for Rachel Reeves to claim she didn't know the full state of the public finances until she took office, Ruth Davidson has said. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/zJGYm2A

World's second-largest diamond found in Botswana

A 2,492-carat stone has been unearthed, in the biggest find since the Cullinan diamond in 1905. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YDlnZBx

Alzheimer's drug that slows decline given green light in UK - but won't be available on NHS

A drug that can slow the debilitating symptoms of Alzheimer's has been approved by the UK's medicines regulator. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/4QcdZeE

South Africa's last zoo elephant freed after 40 years

Charlie the elephant has been in captivity since 1984 when it was captured at two years from BBC News https://ift.tt/bB6SKHm

Public urged to keep an eye out for illegal snares after seagull stuck in glue trap

An animal welfare charity is urging members of the public to keep an eye out for illegal snares after a seagull got stuck in a glue trap. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/4lNVuxH

Biden’s long goodbye and Hillary takes jabs at Trump

The president gives his farewell speech to Democrats and Hillary fires shots at Trump from BBC News https://ift.tt/2RLTYFm

Divers enter sunken superyacht - but have just ten minutes to search for bodies

Divers have entered the sunken superyacht as they continue to search for the bodies of six missing people, but face "significant challenges" during the rescue operation. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/dk2bHuG

Rare blue supermoon will appear in skies tonight - what is it?

A blue supermoon will appear on the horizon tonight, kicking off a series of astronomical events. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/eFRUpht

Tories demand investigation into Civil Service appointments under Labour government

The Conservatives are demanding an investigation into Labour's appointment of several senior civil servants since the election, which the Opposition claims may have broken hiring rules. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/ku971P8

Zaporizhzhia nuclear safety deteriorating, says UN

It follows a drone strike near the site's perimeter in Russian-occupied Ukraine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1mak7Cu

What to know about sloth virus as cases found in Europe

Cases of the oropouche virus, unofficially known as sloth fever or sloth virus, have been found in Europe amid outbreaks in South America. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/uOVXpBh

Watch supplies get delivered to astronauts stranded in space

The crew aboard the International Space Station includes two Nasa astronauts stuck on a mission. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hl6Fc4G

Supplies delivered to ISS as astronauts remain stranded

Progress 89 cargo spacecraft delivers supplies to astronauts on ISS from BBC News https://ift.tt/7J9C58t

ASLEF union denies new government seen as 'soft touch' as fresh strikes announced

ASLEF's lead negotiator has denied the union sees the new government as a "soft touch" after announcing fresh strikes two days after train drivers were offered a pay deal. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/wFyKVup

Could Trump really deport one million immigrants?

The mass deportation of undocumented immigrants would face legal and practical challenges - and cost billions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BbKlZfT

Cyanide in canal 'could be removed in a week'

Sodium cyanide is one of three substances released into the canal in the incident in Walsall. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1vB7iQz

Most councils won't be able to provide extra support for winter bills after fund ends next month

Six in 10 local councils will not be able to provide extra welfare support when funding ends next month, councils have warned. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/7vey4Ap

Spain investigates Katy Perry video over protected sand dunes

The singer's latest music video is alleged to have been partly filmed in an ecologically-sensitive area. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PQfHt3q

Violent attacks against women on trains up by more than 50%

Violent attacks against women on Britain's railways have increased by more than 50% since 2021, according to new data. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/BaSjwYZ

Disqualified Eurovision star: There never was a case against me

The singer was disqualified from the contest in May, after an alleged altercation with a camerawoman. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IyrhbG4

Food company fined £360,000 after worker loses four fingers

The man's fingers were amputated after they came into contact with the blades of a mixer at a factory in Hillington. from BBC News https://ift.tt/r6e9odN

Another Banksy pops up - could this be the last?

Another Banksy has appeared in England's capital - this time at London Zoo. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/J7BShK1

King Charles banknotes sell at auction for more than 11 times face value

A collection of some of the earliest King Charles III banknotes have been sold at auction for more than £900,000. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/UQoi62p

Former England cricketer's wife reveals he died by suicide

The wife of former England cricketer Graham Thorpe has revealed he took his own life after a years-long battle with anxiety and depression. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/OSHoJhb

Fish artwork fuels speculation of a new Banksy

A police sentry box in the City of London has been transformed into an aquarium artwork. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bHqGXhP

Palestinian horse centre vows to rebuild after West Bank demolition

Khaled's equestrian centre was destroyed by Israel after being built without a permit. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kJEevlZ

Stunning pictures from the Bristol Balloon Fiesta

Good weekend weather allows hundreds of balloons to fly in mass ascents. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ld7M5fG

Thunderstorm warnings issued for large parts of UK after soaring temperatures

Severe weather warnings for thunderstorms have been issued for large parts of the UK after temperatures soared this weekend. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/2IewrL8

Teenager stole £15k worth of vapes in disorder

The 16-year-old boy also admitted assaulting an emergency worker and causing criminal damage to a police car. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wEOW9Qb

Pret staff to wear body-worn cameras

Coffee shop chain Pret A Manger has announced some staff members will wear body-worn cameras as a new safety measure.  from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/lrfxIqH

Funeral held for British teenager Jay Slater

More than 200 people attended a service in Lancashire with many watching on a large screen outside the venue. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0OVqcew

Chinese warships travel through UK waters - watched by Royal Navy

Two Chinese warships have travelled through UK waters closely watched by a British frigate in a rare transit, the Royal Navy has revealed. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/0Y4eQ7c

What is Elon Musk's game plan?

X’s owner has chosen to wade in to opine on unrest in the UK. It isn't clear what's driving him. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cPE2rgW

Why are there riots in the UK?

The killing of three girls in Southport has been followed by the UK's worst unrest in over a decade. from BBC News https://ift.tt/URBYCTW

'90% chance of interest rate cut this autumn' as jobs market cools

The prospect of the Bank of England cutting interest rates further in the near future has been raised after a closely watched report suggested the UK jobs market is showing signs of cooling. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/Q4V0Zm1

The Nobel winner tasked with leading a nation out of chaos

Muhammad Yumus has been chosen to lead an interim government after the ouster of Bangladesh's ex-PM. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fSmzZJ9

Royal Mint opens factory to extract gold from electronic waste

The Royal Mint has started extracting gold embedded in old phones and TVs to make commemorative coins and jewellery in what has been hailed as a "world first". from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/y5KbXsv

US funeral home fined $950m in decaying bodies case

Some 190 decaying bodies were discovered at the Return to Nature home by authorities last year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BQRkz7Z

Blindfolded, bound and beaten: Palestinians tell of Israeli jail abuse

An Israeli rights group says prisons are overwhelmed, amid allegations of physical and mental violence. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JSC0ntw

Scottish exam body apologises after students expecting results received blank emails

The Scottish Qualifications Authority has apologised to some students who signed up to receive their exam results online but received blank emails. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/tRHkbfN

Where have all the wasps gone?

Outdoor activities are usually plagued by wasps at this time of year, but 2024 has been different. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FUxO08T

Interview: Médecins Sans Frontières's Dr Natalie Roberts

Adam speaks to the Executive Director of Médecins Sans Frontières from BBC News https://ift.tt/6tPVjJ0

Hospital declares major incident and closes A&E

A hospital has closed its emergency department and declared a major incident due to an "unexpected serious loss of power". from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/6JF1fZP

Courts ready to sit overnight after violent disorder across UK

The government has said it will do "whatever it takes" to ensure those engaging in criminal activity during violent disorder across the UK are dealt with, including courts sitting overnight. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/cGR901M

Police called to save cat with jar stuck on head

Officers from Palmhurst Police Department jumped into action when they received an unusual call. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mGNEgL5

'A dark day for UK human rights,' says UN adviser after Just Stop Oil activists jailed

Five Just Stop Oil activists have just been jailed for up to two years after they climbed gantries over the M25 motorway and caused temporary gridlock. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/uEQGpSY

Glittery pigeon poo splat logo divides opinion

The renamed London Museum has undergone a rebrand and its new logo has raised eyebrows. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mx8pNw3

Almost 30 protests expected to go ahead this weekend

Almost 30 protests - many of them organised by far-right activists - are set to take place this weekend in the wake of the Southport stabbings, according to Sky News analysis. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/jNLao0z

Medal hope Kerr safely through in 1500m heats

World 1500m champion Josh Kerr runs a season's best time of 3mins 35.83 seconds to win his heat on the opening morning of the athletics in Paris 2024. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uXqyZtm

Former rugby star banned for drink-driving

Rugby pundit and ex-Wales international Mike Phillips has been banned from driving after he was found to be three times over the legal alcohol limit. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/gZjwbJ7

Hodgkins-Byrne & Wilde win double sculls bronze

Great Britain's Mathilda Hodgkins-Byrne and Rebecca Wilde hold off a late charge from the Netherlands boat to win double sculls bronze at Paris 2024. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UqlSFMx

'Missed opportunities' to protect toddler who was murdered by her stepfather

There were missed opportunities to protect a Welsh toddler who was murdered by her mother's boyfriend, a review has concluded. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/w9gAHuj