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What are the symptoms for new 'more contagious' Covid XEC variant?

Experts say the strain 'is just getting started'.

Aston Villa 'deeply shocked' as club legend Gary Shaw dies from fall

'The thoughts of everyone at the club are with Gary’s family and loved ones at this extremely difficult time.'

TGI Fridays lines up administrators as chain scrambles to stay in UK

Administrators are on standby at the UK arm of TGI Fridays as the stricken restaurant chain reels from the collapse of ambitious plans to crack America. Hostmore, the company that owns the UK franchise, is scrambling to sell its 87 restaurants, prevent the TGI Fridays brand from vanishing from the high street and save thousands of jobs. The despera...

Move aside Neto: 7/10 Chelsea star must finally be unleashed by Maresca

The Blues forward should be brought into the starting XI.

Government orders more mpox jabs as officials prepare for new strain

There have been no cases of clade I mpox in the UK.

McLaren’s ‘mini-DRS’ uncovered: The latest chapter in the great ‘flexi-wing’ debate

Footage has been circulating of the McLaren rear wing in Baku, and it has spark

Arsenal transfer news: Defender set for showdown talks as PSG pinpoint another Gunners player

PSG are watching over another Arsenal star as the Gunners prepare contract talks

Rory McIlroy suffers Irish Open agony at Royal County Down

Rory McIlroy lost out to a surging Rasmus Hojgaard on Sunday at Royal County Down

US identifies suspect in second assassination attempt against Trump - CNN

The FBI has identified the suspect in the case of the second attempt on the life of US presidential candidate Donald Trump as 58-year-old Ryan Wesley Routh. His record includes eight arrests, likely for minor offenses, reports CNN. The channel cites three law enforcement sources for this information. A special Congressional committee investigating ...

John Oliver curses as he’s played off at the Emmy’s while paying tribute to his dead dog

John Oliver curses as he’s played off at the Emmy’s while paying tribute to his dead dog - Oliver was shooed off stage as he tried to pay tribute to the ‘most fantastic dog’

Russia's losses in Ukraine as of September 16: +1100 soldiers and dozens of drones

Over the past day, from September 15 to 16, Russian losses in the war against Ukraine amounted to 1,060 military personnel. Additionally, the Ukrainian Armed Forces destroyed an enemy multiple-launch rocket system, 14 artillery systems, and 29 drones, reports the General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The total combat Russian losses from Febr...

Urgent meningitis vaccination warning issued as cases surge across the UK

All babies in the UK should be routinely vaccinated at eight and 16 weeks, with a booster at one year. But UK Health Security Agency figures last month showed 396 cases of invasive meningococcal disease in 2022/23 compared with 205 in 2021/22

Liverpool news: Virgil van Dijk issues Reds warning as John Barnes makes contract statement

Liverpool leader Virgil van Dijk insists they must use their surprise loss to Nottingham Forest as a mental reset and get their season back on track as Arne Slot deals with a first Reds loss

Daniel Craig has grown his hair long – here’s how older men can do it

There are various ways a former James Bond star can move on. He can throw himself into sensitive, brooding roles involving not a single stunt; refuse to be seen in a tux ever again; or he can grow out his hair into something long and shaggy, and distinctly un-007. Daniel Craig has chosen the third route, taking himself on a glorious tonsorial journ...

Zoe Ball sparks fresh concern as Scott Mills fills in for another week of radio

Zoe Ball sparks fresh concern as Scott Mills fills in for another week of radio - Ball has taken an extended leave of absence following the death of her mum

More mpox jabs ordered as UK anticipates new strain of virus

The UK government has procured 150,000 doses of additional mpox vaccine in preparation for anticipated cases of a new potentially deadlier strain causing a growing outbreak in Africa and isolated cases in Europe and Asia detected in recent weeks.

Ten Hag told he took a ‘massive risk’ vs So’ton by starting two players he was later seen rollicking

Erik ten Hag’s starting 11 raised the eyebrows of Manchester United supporters on Saturday, though his picks ultimately paid off come the full-time whistle.

New virus carried by ticks discovered in China which can invade the brain

Scientists in China have lifted the lid on a tick-borne virus that can potentially cause damage to the brain. The wetland virus (WELV) was first discovered back in 2019 when a 61-year-old patient fell sick five days after being bitten by ticks in Inner Mongolia. His symptoms consisted of a fever, a headache and bouts of vomiting which he was prescr...

New ITV drama Joan: Everything you need to know about series filmed in Coventry

Joan stars Warwickshire actress Sophie Turner which focuses on the life of jewel thief Joan Hanington

MP was told she was four days from death

Liberal Democrat deputy leader Daisy Cooper has revealed she was told she had four days to live but the NHS saved her.

‘Catastrophic’ moment entire European town is flooded after dam bursts

Scientists record 'most extreme rogue wave ever' in the Pacific

Most of us are familiar with tsunamis, even if we’ve never experienced one ourselves, but far fewer have heard of “rogue waves”. And yet, the rare phenomenon has the potential to wreak havoc across the world, particularly as the devastating effects of climate change continue to ramp up. Unlike tsunamis, which are massive waves caused by earthquakes...

Our bodies don't die when we do as scientists discover 'third state' of life

It could 'redefine legal death'.

Motor racing-Piastri wins in Baku as McLaren take over at the top

BAKU (Reuters) - McLaren's Oscar Piastri won the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in a race that ended behind a virtual safety car after a collision between Ferrari's Carlos Sainz and Red Bull's Sergio Perez as they fought for third place. Ferrari's pole-sitter Charles Leclerc was second with George Russell third for Mercedes. Red Bull's Formula One championship leader Max Verstappen finished fifth, just

Can Kamala Harris beat Donald Trump? Latest poll updates

Can Kamala Harris beat Donald Trump? Latest poll updates - Here’s what the latest polls say about the 2024 presidential election, from The Independent’s data correspondent

BMW took two years to discover billion-euro car fault

The company's shares plummeted last week on its profit warning as it revealed the scale of the problem, with €5bn at one stage being wiped off their value. View on euronews

Deadly flooding kills at least 16 people in Central Europe

The floods have already killed seven people in Romania and one in Austria.

Residents airlifted amid deadly floods

Polish media have said at least four people have died.

Free agent linked with Manchester United on the verge agreeing deal with Ligue 1 outfit

Adrien Rabiot has been featured in the Manchester United gossip columns for years. It was the case again this summer once the France international became a free agent after his contract expired at Juventus.

The Coast Guard will hear from former OceanGate employees about the Titan implosion

The Coast Guard will hear from former OceanGate employees about the Titan implosion - The U.S. Coast Guard officials investigating the implosion of a submersible en route to the wreck of the Titanic will hear from former employees of the company that owned the experimental watercraft

Student dies from highly dangerous incurable virus

The virus is on a priority watchlist from the WHO (World Health Organization) as it has the potential to cause a deadly epidemic.

PM wants 'transparency' over donations

While on a visit to Italy, the prime minister is asked about transparency and he said: 'It's very important to me that the rules are followed'.

Why Italy can do what Britain cannot with migration

Just two months after declaring the Rwanda Plan “dead and buried”, Sir Keir Starmer now says he is “interested” in Italy’s migrant deal with Albania. The Prime Minister is in Rome for talks with his counterpart Giorgia Meloni and wants to discuss how to stop the boats after a drop in migrant numbers in Mediterranean countries. Britain’s Rwanda flig...

Enemy encircled in Kursk region, but it’s too early to draw conclusions - Deep State analyst

On one of the areas in the Kursk region, the Russian forces found themselves encircled. However, it is still too early to draw conclusions, reports Roman Pohorilyi, co-founder and analyst of the Deep State platform, in a comment to the RBC-Ukraine YouTube channel. According to Pohorilyi, the Defense Forces continue to operate in the Kursk region, w...

Is it time to limit the state pension to those who actually need it?

In MetroTalk: 'The government is willing to take the political hit of cutting spending on the elderly, so why not do it properly?'

Russia-Ukraine war: Frontline update as of September 15

As of 16:00 on September 15, 100 combat actions were registered in the frontline over the last day. Most of them took place in the Kurakhove, Pokrovsk, and Lyman sectors, reports the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Enemy shelling Today, enemy artillery and mortar fire in Kharkiv, Chernihiv, and Sumy regions affected, in particular, th...

France’s European commissioner resigns amid row with von der Leyen

France’s European commissioner, Thierry Breton, has resigned, citing “questionable governance” at the EU executive led by Ursula von der Leyen. Breton, who was in charge of the EU’s single market and industrial policy, announced his immediate resignation in a post on X on Monday morning. The French president, Emmanuel Macron, had appointed Breton to serve a second term as EU commissioner in June. But Breton said in his resignation letter that...

Nasa issues alert for stadium-sized asteroid approaching Earth tomorrow

Nasa issues alert for stadium-sized asteroid approaching Earth tomorrow - ‘Potentially hazardous’ asteroid 2024 ON to come within 1 million km from Earth

Chelsea transfer news: Missing me? Romelu Lukaku scores AGAIN after Blues exit

Romelu Lukaku scored his second Napoli goal during a 4-0 Serie A win over Cagliari on Sunday evening.

How a cathedral city became the capital of boarded-up Britain

Kathy Coolican has spent her entire adult life in Coventry, after moving there with her husband in the early 1960s. It was where they bought their home together after “years and years and years” of saving up. It was later where she raised her family. “It was a good city, a thriving city,” says Coolican, now in her 80s. The city centre was filled wi...

Europe's travel strikes: Flight and train disruption you can expect in September

Our travel guide is updated as soon as a new European strike is announced. View on euronews

Starmer under fresh attack for ‘unbelievably foolish’ winter fuel payment cuts

The Government’s decision to strip payments from millions of pensioners has been labelled a ‘historic mistake’ by critics.

US election: Trump and Harris' ratings after debate

On September 10, the US held a presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. RBC-Ukraine analyses how they affected the candidates' ratings. Contents ・National ratings ・Ratings in swing states ・Other polling indicators that matter in elections National ratings In a Reuters/Ipsos poll of 1,400 registered voters who have heard at least ...

Another dam breaks in Poland: State of emergency declared amid widespread flooding

On Monday, September 16, another dam burst in Poland. The country’s government declared a state of natural disaster due to widespread flooding, according to Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk. "I convened a meeting to issue an order to declare a state of natural disaster as soon as possible," Tusk said. He mentioned that a detailed list of the count...

Teenage driver lay injured in his car despite iPhone calling police to alert them of crash

Teenage driver lay injured in his car despite iPhone calling police to alert them of crash - George Dillon’s iPhone alerted emergency services using the ‘Crash Detention’ feature

Raids on restaurants, builders and other firms illegally employing migrants in Britain to be 'ramped up'

Raids on restaurants, builders and other firms illegally employing migrants in Britain to be 'ramped up' - More covert operations are also to be launched against crime gangs behind the cross-Channel crossings

Harris condemns political violence after new attempt on Trump's life

US Vice President Kamala Harris expressed deep concern and condemned "political violence" following a suspected assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump that occurred on Sunday, citing CNN. "I am deeply disturbed by the possible assassination attempt of former President Trump today. As we gather the facts, I will be clear: I condemn p...

iPhone fears wipe $116bn off Apple

Apple saw more than $116bn (£88bn) wiped off its valuation in early trading after analysts warned about weaker than expected demand for its new iPhone as its push into artificial intelligence disappointed fans. Shares in the world’s most-valuable company fell by 3.3pc after the assessment of pre-order sales of the new iPhone 16 series from Ming-Chi...

Mapped: The Russian targets Ukraine could hit with long-range missiles

Mapped: The Russian targets Ukraine could hit with long-range missiles - Zelensky claimed the only way to counter Putin’s ‘terror’ is by using long-range missiles inside Russia

Titanic shipyard to collapse into administration

Titanic shipyard to collapse into administration - The iconic Northern Irish company has said staff at their four shipyards are not affected