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UN group demands release of ex-Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan

The Geneva-based United Nations Working Group on Arbitrary Detention made the demand after examining Khan’s case.

90s TV legend has career overhaul as he becomes ordained as a vicar

Experts warn mobile phone customers over dangerous text scam

Never click on suspicious links.

Tory Minister called out for fake claim about Keir Starmer 'four-day week' in Sky News clash

Tory Health Minister Maria Caulfield was immediately told it is 'not true' to claim Keir Starmer wanted to do a 'four-day week' as she made the false comments on Sky News

Young Thug’s trial on hold as defence tries to get judge removed from case

Lawyers for the rapper and several other defendants had filed motions seeking the recusal of Fulton County Superior Court chief judge Ural Glanville.

Louis Tomlinson hailed as Glastonbury 'hero' after he stages impromptu England match screening

Louis Tomlinson hailed as Glastonbury 'hero' after he stages impromptu England match screening -

The Prince and Princess of wales have reportedly been offered a new home

The Wales family is undoubtedly the most talked-about in the world, making a grand return to royal life just last month. The Princess of Wales has been on an extended break from royal duties, following her diagnosis with an undisclosed form of cancer earlier this year. And while her treatment is still ongoing, the 42-year-old mother of three is rep...

Ukraine foils ‘Russian-backed coup’

Ukraine’s SBU security forces claimed they had foiled a Russia-backed coup on Monday which had planned to overthrow Volodymyr Zelensky and install a pro-Kremlin government. They said that the plotters planned to use the cover of a rally in central Kyiv to incite riots and then capture the Ukrainian parliament, known as the Verkhovna Rada. “The perp...

TV tonight: the maid who inherited a castle she is not allowed to sell

Storyville: Inheriting the Castle 10pm, BBC Four Justina, 60, has lived and later worked as a maid in a crumbling, eccentric mansion in rural Argentina since she was five. When Justina’s socialite employer died, she left her the property, with one stipulation – she must not sell it. Is she the owner or still a servant? This fascinating and emotionally complex documentary follows Justina, an Indigenous Argentinian, and her grownup daughter,...

Locals pull off daring rescue of stray dog stranded in surging rapids

This is the moment a group of local firemen rescued a stray dog stranded on a rock in the middle of surging rapids in Tamil Nadu, India on June 28. The river's water level suddenly rose due to a dam being opened upstream.

British couple become wealthier than Larry Fink after £2.5bn BlackRock deal

A husband and wife duo who built an outdoor theatre on the grounds of their Suffolk farm estate have been catapulted into Britain’s rich list after netting £2bn from the sale of their financial data business. Mark and Lindy O’Hare, who own a Grade-II listed farmhouse and 350-seat theatre, have struck a deal to sell their data group Preqin to fund g...

Mbappe clan leaves PSG fuming with transfer U-turn amid €100m dispute

Kylian Mbappe officially became a Real Madrid player on 1 July, but the France international forward continues to haunt his old club PSG.

Russia ‘studying captured ATACMS’

Russian forces have captured and are studying an intact guidance system from a long-range US-made ATACMS missile, according to reports. RIA-Novosti, a Russian state media outlet, released a video set to dramatic music showing a man in military uniform wearing a balaclava sitting at a table in a warehouse inspecting the device. Behind him were sever...

Major banks slash mortgage rates as Labour victory looms

Three major lenders have cut mortgage rates ahead of an expected Labour victory this week. Halifax and Natwest have slashed rates by up to 0.23pc while Clydesdale Bank said its rates will fall by 0.38pc. The reductions come amid hopes that the Bank of England will cut interest rates next month after holding the Bank Rate at 5.25pc since August last...

Slovakia boss Francesco Calzona explains Declan Rice row after angry clash follows England comeback

Slovakia boss Francesco Calzona explains Declan Rice row after angry clash follows England comeback - Duo were involved in a furious bust-up after the Three Lions’ dramatic last-16 turnaround in Gelsenkirchen

Doctor issues warning for ‘terrifying’ disease which can be deadly for babies

People are being urged to take action as cases continue to rise in both the UK and across the globe

A release date has been confirmed for Downton Abbey 3

Here's everything we know so far

Nintendo wants to avoid big Switch issue with next console

Just when you think the console wars have died down, they suddenly start heating up again

Former Pakistani prime minister Khan arbitrarily detained, says U.N. working group

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A U.N. human rights working group said in an opinion issued on Monday that former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan was arbitrarily imprisoned in violation of international law. The Geneva-based U.N. Working Group on Arbitrary Detention said that the "appropriate remedy would be to release Mr. Khan immediately and accord him an enforceable right to compensation and other

What happens next if the far-right win in France and what do the results mean for the future of the EU?

What happens next if the far-right win in France and what do the results mean for the future of the EU? - National Rally leader Jordan Bardella says France will look to ‘defend its interests’ above those of Europe should his party win power in Paris

Britons 'more cautious' in Tenerife

"I was a little bit more scared": Young Britons have spoken to Sky News over safety concerns following Jay Slater's disappearance

Apple anticipates huge demand for new iPhone 16 — 100 million A18 chips reportedly ordered

Apple's anticipating a lot of demand for iPhone 16, and it's reportedly ordering millions of A18 chips to compnesate.

UK Raises Alert Level Following Russia-North Korea Deal

As Russia solidifies a new defence pact with North Korea, the UK braces for heightened threats of election interference amid ever increasing growing global tensions. Here’s the full story. Teetering on the Brink As the world teeters on the precipice of several different international emergencies, the UK has been warned that the recent alliance between ... Read more

New Lara Croft Tomb Raider game: Everything we know so far

In 2022, Crystal Dynamics revealed a new Lara Croft game currently known as Tomb Raider Next which is being backed by Amazon and being developed in Unreal Engine 5. When it releases, it will be the first entry in the mainline series since Shadow of the Tomb Raider back in 2018 which wrapped up a much darker, grittier trilogy of games starring Lara ...

Ivan Toney left ‘disgusted’ by Gareth Southgate substitution decision in Slovakia win

Ivan Toney left ‘disgusted’ by Gareth Southgate substitution decision in Slovakia win - Southgate waited until the 94th minute to bring Toney on another difficult night for the England manager

Italy's Mount Etna erupts

Footage filmed on July 1 shows Italy's Mount Etna erupting.

Samsung Electronics workers to strike on July 8-10, union official says

By Heekyong Yang and Joyce Lee SEOUL (Reuters) -A workers' union at Samsung Electronics in South Korea has called a strike for July 8-10, a union official said on Tuesday, as it steps up industrial action against the country's most valuable company. The union is determining how many workers will join the strike, the official told Reuters by telephone. Son Woo-mok, leader of the union, said late

Emma Raducanu handed incredible Wimbledon rankings opportunity

Emma Raducanu closing in on a return to the top 100 of the WTA rankings after Wimbledon win.

The night Cristiano Ronaldo’s ego almost sent Portugal crashing out of Euro 2024

The night Cristiano Ronaldo’s ego almost sent Portugal crashing out of Euro 2024 - Portugal 0-0 Slovenia (3-0 pens): Diogo Costa was the hero of the night, making three saves in the penalty shootout after a self-absorbed Ronaldo missed a spot-kick in extra time

He's wanted: Rangers must sell 5.6k-p/w man who scored fewer than Silva

The Light Blues must cash in on the underperforming winger this summer.

Flight is forced to turn back after concerning discovery on board

An international flight bound for Shanghai was forced to turn back after more than four hours into the journey following a concerning discovery on board.

Rupert Murdoch launches free Netflix rival in UK

Rupert Murdoch’s Fox Corporation has launched a free streaming service in the UK, adding a new player to a crowded market that already includes Netflix, Disney, Apple and Amazon. Tubi, a free service supported by advertisements, has already garnered 80 million viewers in the US. The platform has more than 20,000 films and television shows, accordin...

Tottenham transfer news: What Spurs fans can expect from Archie Gray

Leeds United wonderkid Archie Gray is on the verge of joining Tottenham, but what can Spurs fans expect from the teenager?

Max Verstappen accused of multiple FIA rule breaks after ‘vastly dangerous’ moves

"That I think is equally if not more dangerous because that seemed petulant, it seemed like it was in retaliation."

16-year-old Quincy Wilson now the youngest-ever male US track Olympian

16-year-old Quincy Wilson now the youngest-ever male US track Olympian - Despite missing out on qualifying spots at the US track and field trials, this 16-year-old has made it into the team as the youngest male track US Olympian

Marko denounces behaviour of 'inexperienced' Norris: 'It was ridiculous how he behaved'

Helmut Marko is clear in his assessment of the crash between Max Verstappen and Lando Norris. Moreover, the Red Bull Racing advisor calls the behaviour Norris displayed over the team radio "ridiculous" and Marko thinks the McLaren driver's inexperience played a role in the incident.

Voices: Stanley Johnson: It’s true I caused a BA flight to be cancelled – here’s why I’m glad I did it

Stanley Johnson: It’s true I caused a BA flight to be cancelled – here’s why I’m glad I did it - COMMENT: I’m no troublemaker – if I try my hand at making scrambled eggs for breakfast and they end up sticking to the saucepan, I own up on the spot. But on this occasion, I did the right thing, writes a defiant Stanley Johnson

00s icon with ‘pop’s biggest voice’ announces tour 25 years after debut hit

Sir Ian McKellen, 85, gives devastating update after falling from stage

He went flying off stage last month and required medical attention.

Resident Evil 9 announced by Resident Evil 7 director: ‘it feels substantial’

Capcom has officially confirmed that they’re working on the follow-up to Resident Evil Village, adding weight to rumours of an open world game.

Max Verstappen given further FIA punishment for causing Lando Norris collision

"The Stewards determine that the driver of Car 1 was predominantly at fault..."

Mysterious virus on Lake Garda: already hundreds of people hospitalised

Torri del Benaco was the first village on Italy's Lake Garda where quite a few people suddenly fell ill and showed the same symptoms. Meanwhile, the virus is already spreading to neighboring villages. In just a few days, hundreds of residents and tourists there ended up in the hospital with symptoms such as vomiting, nausea, abdominal cramps and fever. The culprit turned out to be norovirus. This is evident from examination of stool samples....

Man Utd make MEGA Osimhen swap deal offer

Man Utd recently made a mega Victor Osimhen-Rasmus Hojlund swap deal offer to Napoli - and they could soon resurrect the proposal.

Man Utd in dreamland as ‘significant’ first Ashworth signing thunders towards completion and journalist reveals exact fee

Ashworth is to kick-off a new era at Man Utd by signing a swooping to sign a top Bayern star with the player's feelings on a move and the fee required coming to light

Millions of Aussies to be slugged with higher internet bills

NBN Co raised its wholesale pricing for residential plans from July 1, with the major telcos due to pass on the increases to Aussie households.

Couple scoop £2bn in Blackrock Preqin deal - and join Britain's richest people

Mark and Lindy O'Hare (pictured), who own 80% of the business through a family holding, will rake in a £2bn windfall when the deal completes.

Hellboy fans share same view on ‘random’ new fourth film

Hellboy fans share same view on ‘random’ new fourth film - Fans of the franchise have been left perplexed by the new trailer

Hurricane Beryl strengthens to ‘catastrophic’ category 5

Hurricane Beryl strengthened into a top-level category 5 storm after it swept across several islands in the southeastern Caribbean, dumping heavy rain and unleashing devastating winds. Beryl is now the earliest category 5 storm in the Atlantic on record and has developed into a “potentially catastrophic” hurricane, the US National Hurricane Center ...

This is the Cotswolds pub Jeremy Clarkson has bought in Burford

This is the Cotswolds pub Jeremy Clarkson has bought in Burford - The Amazon Prime star plans to open the renovated ‘village boozer’ this winter

Tories narrow gap to Labour in poll as Sunak says election result not ‘foregone conclusion’

Tories narrow gap to Labour in poll as Sunak says election result not ‘foregone conclusion’ - Poll shows the Conservatives have closed their gap behind Labour to 15 points, the smallest lead for Sir Keir Starmer’s party for a month