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Thieves raid bronze age collection in ‘super-fast’ Spain museum heist
It is not immediately known how many of the 50-plus mainly gold objects from the Treasure of Villena were taken.…
Thieves steal Bronze Age artifacts from Spanish museum in four-minute heist
The Treasure of Villena is a unique trove of almost ten kilos of gold, bowls, bottles and bracelets dating back to the Bronze Age.…
Broadcaster Jenni Murray died days after north London car crash, inquest hears
Coroner is told BBC veteran was dazzled by headlights before collision and her injuries led to bronchopneumoniaThe broadcaster Jenni Murray died days …
Hackers steal data from millions of airport customers
About 8.7 million customers had their data accessed, Manchester Airport Group says.…
One in eight young people still out of work or education ahead of major review
Just under one million young people in the UK are not in education, employment or training (Neet).…
Thieves steal bronze age treasure in four-minute museum heist in Spain
Gold collection known as Treasure of Villena, worth at least €1.7m, is latest target of ‘very well planned’ raidThieves in Spain have raided the Treas…
Plane headed for remote Alaska town crashes and kills all four passengers on board
Plane was headed for airport in Seldovia from Anchorage, and was submerged in water after the crashA small plane carrying four people crashed into sha…
BBC to bring back Top Gear amid speculation about show’s next presenters
Motoring series to return after break since serious injuries to co-host Andrew ‘Freddie’ Flintoff in crash during filmingTop Gear, the long-running mo…
Malaysia’s former PM Ismail Sabri charged with concealing assets
Sabri, 66, pleaded not guilty to allegedly failing to provide a complete declaration of assets.…
Andrew Tate is seeking bail in his extradition fight. Here's why that's unlikely
There's a fear that people facing international extradition granted bail could flee. Andrew Tate and his brother face a total of 59 criminal charges i…
Wild swimming linked to higher risk of stomach bugs and skin rashes
Findings from research into illnesses associated with bathing in lakes and rivers come amid boom in hobbyWild swimming has been linked to a higher ris…
Hot ticket: UK’s first sauna theatre draws swimwear-clad audiences
The 80-seat venue at Edinburgh fringe combines sauna rituals with theatre, music, storytelling … and sweatTucked away behind the Summerhall arts centr…
Two women accuse former Fat White Family member Saul Adamczewski of physical and emotional abuse
Insecure Men singer has now been dropped by his record label and had tour dates cancelled after two women shared allegations about his behaviourSaul A…
Xbox boss 'thinking about affordability' of next-gen console
The company also says gamers will soon be able to get digital versions of many of the games they currently own.…
Texas law banning drag shows where children may be present struck down again
‘This is a profoundly flawed decision that endangers our children and is an affront to Texas values,’ Ken Paxton saysA federal judge has, for a second…
ICE agent embroiled in interstate extradition dispute after allegedly shooting Venezuelan man
Christian Castro is charged in Minnesota with assault and falsely reporting a crime by anotherSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter emailA US Im…
Channel 5 drama to examine how Nicola Sturgeon’s ex-husband stole SNP funds
To Nicola, Love Peter will focus on couple’s relationship during 12-year period of embezzlement and fallout of caseChannel 5 is reuniting with the pro…
Duke and Duchess of Sussex have arrived back in UK, say reports
Harry, Meghan and family expected to enjoy ‘extended stay’ with children Archie and Lilibet already enrolled at schoolThe Duke and Duchess of Sussex h…
Murder investigation launched after two die in Middlesbrough house fire
Cleveland police not ruling out links to organised crime, as fire comes amid force’s investigation into fatal A66 crashA murder investigation has been…
Is Japan trying to build bridges with China after Taiwan spat?
Experts say Japanese lawmakers' visit to Beijing signals an attempt by Japan to defrost its worst China rift in decades.…
Man City complete £85.6m Bouaddi signing from Lille
Manchester City complete the signing of Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille in a £85.6m deal on a five-year contract.…
Massive natural gas leak in Wisconsin puts community on alert
A truck hit a natural gas pipeline near Saxon, Wisconsin prompted nearby residents to evacuate.…
How Smith became women's first £1m player
Olivia Smith's career has been in the limelight since she was 15 - but she had been preparing herself for it even before she was a professional footba…
Fireworks factory goes up in smoke in Mexico
Two explosions have hit a fireworks facility in Tultepec, Mexico, sending a spectacular mix of flames and explosions…
More than 50 kidnapped as violent gang attack in Haiti leaves 47 dead
It is believed to be one of the largest mass kidnappings in Haiti in recent years, and one gang leader is threatening to kill the hostages if authorit…
Polygamous sect leader serving 50 years for child sex abuse gets another 24 years
Samuel Bateman, 50, is convicted of three state child abuse counts after previous conviction on federal countsA polygamous sect leader already serving…
Expert witnesses challenge claim that Lindsay Clancy experienced psychosis
One more day of testimony expected as closing arguments set for Thursday and jury likely begins deliberations FridayOne more day of rebuttal testimony…
Multiple people killed in shooting at Montana home also set on fire, officials say
Children were among victims of Sunday shooting in Billings in case police have characterized as a family disturbanceMultiple people – including childr…
Judge rejects Ghislaine Maxwell’s sex-trafficking appeal, calling claims ‘demonstrably meritless’
Maxwell sought to vacate Epstein-related conviction, alleging hidden trial evidence and juror’s abuse historySign up for the Breaking News US newslett…
Louisiana supreme court justice wins rare $300,000 defamation trial against newspaper
Then Advocate editor-in-chief and writer testified editorial was not part of agenda against Jefferson Davis Hughes IIIA jury on Monday awarded $300,00…