Former River City actor Iain Robertson found guilty of rape
The 45-year-old, who played Stevie O'Hara in the BBC soap, was also convicted of assaulting two other women.
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US supreme court blocks Rastafarian man’s lawsuit over forced head-shaving in prison
In a 6-3 opinion, the court says Louisiana prisoner cannot sue guards after he grew his hair for more than 20 yearsThe…
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South African police investigate murder amid rise in anti-migrant attacks
The rise in anti-migrant attacks in South Africa has already left several people dead, with hundreds trying to leave.
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From cool-down spots to chalk on windows - how Europeans are coping with the heat
People across the continent are taking measures to cope with the searing temperatures gripping Europe.
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Republican-linked PACs funding Democratic US primaries: Why it matters
Republicans and Democrats have both employed tactics to boost weaker rivals ahead of US midterm elections.
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More than 5,300 people still held in Myanmar scam centres: rights group
A UN report found the facilities are operated by foreign nationals who were trafficked by criminal gangs.
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Campaigners consider appeal after Gatwick bids fail
A High Court ruling backs Gatwick Airport's expansion after campaigners raise climate concerns.
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Mexico exhibition relives memories of Qatar World Cup 2022
An exhibition in Mexico held during the World Cup explores the legacy of Qatar 2022.
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Demand for tunnel maps and personal weapons tests Gaza talks
Gaza talks remain active, but stall as the US envoy demands the handover of tunnel maps and family arms.
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From yoghurt to luxury sails: how to shade your home from supercharged UK heatwaves
As hot weather becomes more common, companies and homeowners are coming up with innovative ways to keep properties…
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Murder inquiry after body found in search for missing girl, 14, in south Wales
Formal identification yet to take place but family of Lilly, who was reported missing on Saturday, have been…
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Two people killed and child injured in northern California library shooting
Suspect in incident at Chico branch of Butte county library arrested, police say, but no known motiveTwo people were…
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PM to push ahead with controversial defence plan despite resignation
The government says it is still planning to publish the spending proposals before a Nato Summit on 7 July.
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Hundreds of schools in England and Wales to close in heatwave
Unions say it is dangerous for schools to stay open in high temperatures Hundreds of schools across the south of…
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US supreme court ends lawsuit alleging Cisco helped China pursue Falun Gong
Suit alleged California-based company developed technology that allowed China to surveil members of movementThe US…
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Leading Pakistan activist given life sentence over soldier's killing at rally
Human rights campaigner Mahrang Baloch denied inciting protesters before the official's death.
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What the US and Iran agreed – and disagreed – on first day of talks
Leaders from Iran and the US have lauded progress on day one of Switzerland talks but disagree about crucial aspects.
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Portugal vs Uzbekistan LIVE: World Cup 2026
Follow live updates as Portugal face Uzbekistan in Group K, including the build-up, analysis and live text commentary.
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Kenya minister says US-run Ebola facility plans halted after court order
Kenya stops constructing US-run Ebola site amid public outcry; $13.5m US funding is criticised as masking health risks.
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Bright Horizons nursery chain served safeguarding notice by Ofsted
The Bright Horizons nursery chain may not be meeting safeguarding and welfare needs, Ofsted says.
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Hantavirus quarantine ends for Americans held for six weeks in Nebraska
The US health department said the enforced 42-day quarantine was necessary to protect the publicEight Americans…
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Burnham adviser calls for billions of pounds in borrowing for infrastructure
Exclusive: Jim O’Neill, a former chief economist at Goldman Sachs, says government should spend more on major…
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Forty drown across France in heatwave and parts of Spain above 30C at night
France has its hottest night on record, 15 Italian cities under red heat alert and UN chief says London is…