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TikTok ‘Psychics’ Push Baseless Murder Claims Despite $10m Defamation Warning
A TikTok psychic has accused Patrick Clancy of killing his three children despite no supporting evidence, as a previous psychic influencer faces a $10 million defamation judgment.
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East Midlands Railway Tells Passengers ‘Essential Travel Only’ as Bank Holiday Strike Continues
East Midlands Railway is running a significantly reduced Bank Holiday Monday service as RMT strike action affects trains to and from London.
Buses Replace Late-Night Trains Between Basingstoke, Winchester and Southampton
Late-night rail passengers face replacement buses between Basingstoke, Winchester, Southampton and Portsmouth during engineering work from 31 August to 2 September.
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UK News
Drug Driver Banned After 130mph A34 Police Pursuit From Whitchurch
A drug driver who reached speeds of up to 130mph during a 13-mile police pursuit from the A34 near Whitchurch has been banned from driving for four years.
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Danny Tommo Says Court Will Publish His Children’s Address – But That’s Not What the Rules Say
Danny Tommo claims a court plans to publish his children’s address, but the rules actually concern disclosure of the defendant’s own address. We look at what happened in court, the charges he faces and the facts behind his claim.
Former CIA director warns Russia could use criminal gangs for covert attacks in Britain
Former CIA director David Petraeus has warned Russia could use criminal gangs and other proxies for covert attacks in Britain as tensions rise over UK military support for Ukraine.
Britain First-linked James White jailed for 24 years for rape and domestic abuse
Britain First-linked James White has been jailed for 24 years after being convicted of rape, strangulation and a catalogue of domestic abuse offences.
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Police Investigate Fake Bexley Council Letter Telling Residents To Keep Daughters Indoors
Police are investigating after fake Bexley Council letters containing claims about asylum seekers and telling residents to keep young daughters indoors were delivered to homes.
Police Unearth Drugs Stash Buried at Creamfields Festival Site
Police searching the Creamfields festival site in Cheshire discovered bags of drugs and around 204 nitrous oxide canisters buried underground ahead of the Bank Holiday event.
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Travel News
East Midlands Railway Tells Passengers ‘Essential Travel Only’ as Bank Holiday Strike Continues
East Midlands Railway is running a significantly reduced Bank Holiday Monday service as RMT strike action affects trains to and from London.
Buses Replace Late-Night Trains Between Basingstoke, Winchester and Southampton
Late-night rail passengers face replacement buses between Basingstoke, Winchester, Southampton and Portsmouth during engineering work from 31 August to 2 September.
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Around 140 Cars Destroyed in Huge Fire Near Gatwick Airport as Man Arrested on Suspicion of Arson
Around 140 vehicles have been destroyed in a major fire at a holiday parking site near Gatwick Airport, with a 67-year-old man arrested on suspicion of arson and later bailed pending enquiries.
Three Dead After Suspected Hantavirus Outbreak On Atlantic Cruise Ship
Three people have died after a suspected hantavirus outbreak on an Atlantic cruise ship, with a British national in intensive care in South Africa.
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Engineers Scale Cotswold Escarpment for Specialist Work on A417 Missing Link Scheme
Engineers with a head for heights are scaling steep rock faces above Gloucester as part of major strengthening works on National Highways’ A417 Missing Link scheme.
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National Highways Identifies Solution to Lift M48 HGV Weight Restriction on Severn Bridge
National Highways has announced a preferred medium-term solution to lift the heavy goods vehicle (HGV) weight restriction on the M48 Severn Bridge.
World News
TikTok ‘Psychics’ Push Baseless Murder Claims Despite $10m Defamation Warning
A TikTok psychic has accused Patrick Clancy of killing his three children despite no supporting evidence, as a previous psychic influencer faces a $10 million defamation judgment.
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Trump Ignores First Amendment as He Calls for FCC to Punish Journalist Over Election Coverage
Donald Trump has called for NBC’s Kristen Welker to face FCC “rebuke or punishment” over election analysis, raising serious First Amendment questions about government threats against journalism.
At least 586 dead and nearly 2,500 missing after Nepal-Tibet glacier collapse floods
At least 586 people are confirmed dead and 2,482 remain missing after a glacier and rock collapse triggered catastrophic floods across the Nepal-Tibet border region.
ICE Officer Christian Castro Suspended Without Pay as Federal Investigation Continues
ICE officer Christian Castro has been suspended without pay as federal authorities investigate statements surrounding the Minneapolis shooting, while Minnesota’s criminal case and extradition request remain active.
Hunter Biden Dares Rudy Giuliani to Sue Him After Defamation Threat
Hunter Biden has dared Rudy Giuliani to sue him after a defamation threat, reviving scrutiny of Giuliani’s Ukraine dealings and Trump-era sanctions.
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Planned Canadian Oil Sands Maintenance Could Add to Trump’s Fuel Price Problem
Routine maintenance in Canada’s oil sands is expected to remove around 300,000 barrels of crude production a day as US refineries run close to capacity and fuel prices become an increasingly important issue ahead of the midterm elections.
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Business News
Meta Agrees Up To $18bn Settlement Over Claims Facebook And Instagram Harmed Children
Meta has agreed a settlement worth up to $18bn over claims Facebook and Instagram harmed children, alongside major new protections for under-18s.
Italian cable giant Prysmian agrees $3.8bn deal to buy US electrical firm Atkore
Italian cable giant Prysmian has agreed a $3.8bn takeover of US electrical infrastructure manufacturer Atkore as it expands into America’s booming electrification and AI data centre markets.
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Whitbread To Close Or Convert Remaining Branded Restaurants As Premier Inn Owner Pivots To Hotels
Whitbread plans to close or convert 197 remaining branded restaurants, putting around 3,800 roles at risk as the Premier Inn owner shifts further towards hotels.
David Walliams Dropped by HarperCollins After Renewed Backlash
Children’s author and television personality David Walliams has been dropped by his long-time publisher HarperCollins, bringing an abrupt end to one of…
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Construction Firms Fined Nearly £60 Million for Bid Rigging in Major UK Projects
Ten UK construction firms have been fined nearly £60m by the CMA for illegal bid rigging on demolition contracts worth over £150m, affecting major public and private projects.
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£2m Funding Boost Announced to Help Small Businesses Cut Energy Costs
Small businesses across the UK are set to benefit from a new £2 million Government funding boost designed to help firms cut operating costs.
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Political News
Danny Tommo Says Court Will Publish His Children’s Address – But That’s Not What the Rules Say
Danny Tommo claims a court plans to publish his children’s address, but the rules actually concern disclosure of the defendant’s own address. We look at what happened in court, the charges he faces and the facts behind his claim.
ICE Officer Christian Castro Suspended Without Pay as Federal Investigation Continues
ICE officer Christian Castro has been suspended without pay as federal authorities investigate statements surrounding the Minneapolis shooting, while Minnesota’s criminal case and extradition request remain active.
Hunter Biden Dares Rudy Giuliani to Sue Him After Defamation Threat
Hunter Biden has dared Rudy Giuliani to sue him after a defamation threat, reviving scrutiny of Giuliani’s Ukraine dealings and Trump-era sanctions.
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Planned Canadian Oil Sands Maintenance Could Add to Trump’s Fuel Price Problem
Routine maintenance in Canada’s oil sands is expected to remove around 300,000 barrels of crude production a day as US refineries run close to capacity and fuel prices become an increasingly important issue ahead of the midterm elections.
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ICE Agent Christian Castro Freed After Abbott Delays Minnesota Extradition
ICE officer Christian Castro has been released from a Texas jail after Greg Abbott did not approve Minnesota’s extradition request before the 90-day detention limit expired.
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Iranian State TV Threatens Barron Trump As Secret Service Investigates
Iranian state television has broadcast a disturbing video targeting President Donald Trump’s youngest son Barron, claiming his movements are being monitored and referring to an alleged $10 million reward for his killing.
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Sports News
Argentina to appeal FIFA sanctions after World Cup final brawl and Falklands banner
Argentina are preparing to appeal FIFA sanctions over the World Cup final brawl, discriminatory fan behaviour and the Falkland Islands banner shown after the semi-final win over England.
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Former World Snooker Champion Graeme Dott Found Guilty of Child Sexual Abuse
Former world snooker champion Graeme Dott has been found guilty of sexually abusing two children, with one victim having first reported his behaviour to police in 2001.
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Lando Norris Wins 2026 Dutch Grand Prix as Max Verstappen Crashes Out at Zandvoort
Lando Norris won the final scheduled Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort after Max Verstappen crashed heavily on the opening lap of his home race.
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Spain Sweep World Cup Awards as Trump and Infantino Are Booed During Trophy Ceremony
Rodri, Lamine Yamal and Unai Simón collected the World Cup’s leading individual awards as Donald Trump and Gianni Infantino were booed during the ceremony.
Argentina Players Throw Punches as World Cup Final Defeat Descends Into Chaos
Argentina’s World Cup final defeat descended into chaos as Leandro Paredes and Nahuel Molina were involved in a post-match confrontation with Spain.
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Spain Beat Ten-Man Argentina to Win World Cup After Extra-Time Drama
Spain beat ten-man Argentina 1–0 after extra time as Ferran Torres scored the winner to seal the 2026 World Cup in New Jersey.
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