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Local News
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John Campion re-elected as West Mercia PCC
Conservative's John Campion has been re-elected as West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner.
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Herefordshire Council ends roads contract with Balfour Beatty
Herefordshire Council is to cut short its contract with its public realm works provider with Balfour Beatty Living Places (BBLP), saying the contract “does not allow it to deliver its longer term requirements and aspirations”.
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New Food and Drink group launched at online event
A new group to help food and drink businesses across the Marches work more closely together, develop international markets and access specialist support has been launched at an online event.
Worcestershire News
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Investigation launched after two deaths in Redditch
Police are investigating the deaths of two people in Redditch.
UK News
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Rishi Sunak admits Tories may not win general election and claims UK heading for hung parliament
Rishi Sunak has admitted the Tories may not win the general election after grim defeats in the local polls.
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Rishi Sunak rides out leadership challenge - but faces 'exhausted and broken' Tory party when parliament returns
Rishi Sunak's internal critics have abandoned their attempt to unseat him because they have run out of time and do not believe Penny Mordaunt would do what is necessary to save the party.
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UK considered using Iraq to process asylum seekers in Rwanda-type deal, leaked documents show
The government at one point considered using Iraq to process asylum seekers - like the Rwanda scheme - according to documents seen by Sky News.
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Lando Norris ends Max Verstappen's winning streak with first Formula One win
Lando Norris has ended Max Verstappen's winning streak by securing the first victory of his career at the Miami Grand Prix.
National News
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UK considered using Iraq to process asylum seekers in Rwanda-type deal, leaked documents show
The government at one point considered using Iraq to process asylum seekers - like the Rwanda scheme - according to documents seen by Sky News.
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Rishi Sunak admits Tories may not win general election and claims UK heading for hung parliament
Rishi Sunak has admitted the Tories may not win the general election after grim defeats in the local polls.
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John Swinney set to become next SNP leader and Scottish first minister as rival quits race
John Swinney appears set to become Scotland's next first minister after Graeme McCormick pulled out of the race to become SNP leader.
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Lithium mine being built on 'sacred ground' where Native Americans say they were massacred
It could be a scene from centuries ago. In the Nevada desert, Native Americans are protesting over a mining project they say desecrates sacred land.
Sport
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Miami GP: Lando Norris finally wins his first race in Formula 1 after McLaren driver beats Max Verstappen
Lando Norris claimed the first victory of his Formula 1 career in his 110th race as he took full advantage of a timely Safety Car and then emphatically pulled away from Max Verstappen to win the Miami Grand Prix.
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Jurgen Klopp: Liverpool boss convinced next season would have been 'tricky' had he remained in charge
Jurgen Klopp is certain he has made the right call to end his nine-year spell at Liverpool before succumbing to fatigue, believing the club would have suffered next season.
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Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag on Bayern Munich shortlist to take over from Thomas Tuchel this summer
Bayern Munich have placed Erik ten Hag on a new list of possible successors to Thomas Tuchel, but his focus is steadfastly on Manchester United.
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Notable Speech marches to shock 2000 Guineas triumph at Newmarket
Notable Speech was a shock winner as City Of Troy failed to land a blow in the Qipco 2000 Guineas Stakes at Newmarket.
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Women's Super League: Bethany England nicks point for Spurs at Everton, Aston Villa edge Brighton
Bethany England claimed a second-half equaliser as Tottenham hit back from two down to draw 2-2 at Everton in the Women's Super League on Saturday.
Showbiz News
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Bernard Hill: Lord Of The Rings and Titanic actor dies aged 79
Actor Bernard Hill, who played roles in Lord Of The Rings and Titanic, has died aged 79, his agent has confirmed.
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What is the Barbara Rhubarb dance and how did it turn into a TikTok trend?
You may have noticed an unusual German rap song in the background of an increasing number of videos on your TikTok feed.
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'You stay classy, Leeds?' Anchorman star Will Ferrell invests in Championship club
Will Ferrell has become the latest celebrity to invest in Leeds United - joining Gladiator star Russell Crowe and Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps.
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Madonna plays biggest-ever show to 1.6 million fans on Rio's Copacabana beach
Madonna has played her biggest-ever gig to an estimated 1.6 million people on Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro.
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Olly Alexander addresses 'extreme' remarks from fans on Israel's Eurovision inclusion
The UK's Eurovision Song Contest representative has addressed "extreme" remarks from fans over Israel's inclusion in the competition.
Technology
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What is the Barbara Rhubarb dance and how did it turn into a TikTok trend?
You may have noticed an unusual German rap song in the background of an increasing number of videos on your TikTok feed.
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How to watch the Eta Aquariid meteor shower this weekend
Meteors will be streaking across the sky this weekend as Earth passes through the debris of Halley's Comet.
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AI-controlled F-16 takes US Air Force leader for high-speed ride - as he backs tech to launch weapons
An AI-controlled warplane has taken a senior air force leader for a ride in a groundbreaking test flight over California.
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Why the moon's south pole is the chequered flag of space race 2.0
The far side of the moon is rugged and mysterious.
Strange News
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Bird flu outbreak could threaten US cow-cuddling craze
A cow-cuddling craze in the US could be under threat due to a bird flu outbreak.
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Gyles Brandreth blames himself for Rod Hull's death: 'I killed a man - the emu man'
Gyles Brandreth says he blames himself for the death of Rod Hull, who died in 1999 when he fell from the roof of his home while attempting to adjust his television aerial.
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Woman wins $1m lottery jackpot twice in 10 weeks
A woman has won a $1m prize on the lottery for the second time in 10 weeks.
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'Bring my baby back': Wally the 'emotional support' alligator goes missing in Georgia
A famed "emotional support" alligator has gone missing while on a trip with its owner after being targeted by suspected pranksters.
Videos
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Apple reports biggest drop in iPhone sales since early months of pandemic - and reveals AI plans
Tech giant Apple has recorded the biggest drop in iPhone sales since the early months of the COVID pandemic.
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Worry for economy as public sector productivity falls further
Official figures have raised fears of a deepening public sector drag on the UK's economic recovery from recession.
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'Bring my baby back': Wally the 'emotional support' alligator goes missing in Georgia
A famed "emotional support" alligator has gone missing while on a trip with its owner after being targeted by suspected pranksters.
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Benjamin Netanyahu rejects ceasefire demands that would 'leave Hamas intact' - as Israeli cabinet votes to close Al Jazeera office
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected ceasefire proposals because he says Hamas's call for a withdrawal of all troops from Gaza and an end to the war is unacceptable.
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