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Britain deploys military as wildfires spread across Europe
Britain deploys military as wildfires spread across Europe
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Trump turns his stalled White House ballroom into a ‘military complex’ in bid to sway courts and Congress
The president and administration officials increasingly turn to ‘national security’ arguments to defend the construction of a nuclear-blast-
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John Oliver destroys Hegseth over military’s ‘floating nightmare’ USS Lincoln
The defense secretary claims conditions on the aircraft carrier have been ‘completely misrepresented’
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Netanyahu’s Likud Party holds primaries ahead of Israel’s general elections
On Monday, Israel's governing party will determine its candidate list for the next election.
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Amanda Abbington awarded five-figure sum by BBC over bullying allegations on Strictly
BBC apologises to actor after review upholds ‘some’ of her allegations against dance partner Giovanni PerniceThe actor Amanda Abbington has
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American tourist dies after being struck by lightning hiking Sicily’s Mount Etna
Authorities have closed large sections of the volcano's slope to hikers due to prolonged volcanic activity
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All we know about Trump aide Natalie Harp after her brother questions ‘unhealthy’ relationship
Harp was one of the small number of staff smuggled with President Trump onto a secret military plane, to avoid a suspected Iranian threat in
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Tupac Shakur murder: trial of ex-gang leader accused of ordering killing begins
Prosecutors allege Duane Davis was ‘on-site commander’ in murder of Shakur who died after drive-by shooting in 1996Opening statements in the
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Palestinians, Israelis sceptical of Gaza plan as Kushner visits region
US envoy Jared Kushner met Hamas leaders in Egypt and Israeli PM Netanyahu to push Trump’s 15-point Gaza roadmap.
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British PM Burnham duped by White House impostor
The FBI has warned of 'malicious actors' misusing AI to impersonate senior government officials.
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Netanyahu and Kushner talks make no breakthrough on stalled Gaza deal
Israeli PM again insists troops will not withdraw from strip until Hamas first disarms, but calls meeting constructiveBenjamin Netanyahu has
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Labour MP under investigation by party over Covid loans to his businesses
Southend East & Rochford’s Bayo Alaba has been suspended while inquiry looks at bounceback loansA Labour MP has been suspended after being q
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Tokyo festival turns streets into a giant water fight
Crowds drench mikoshi bearers with buckets, hoses and water pistols during Tokyo's triennial Fukagawa Hachiman Matsuri on 16 August 2026.
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Canada races to avoid new U.S. tariffs of up to 50%
The duties would hit a wide swath of goods, including hockey sticks, building materials, clothing and dairy products.
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Jon Ossoff calls Trump’s handling of Iran war ‘uniquely despicable’ in excoriating speech
Georgia Democratic senator has stoked speculation for 2028 presidency bid by delivering stinging attacks on TrumpDemocratic senator Jon Osso
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War on Iran: Phase II, Day 37
Iran is offering $30,000 for captured or killed US soldiers. Trump cuts back South Korea drills.
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Britain's Princess Eugenie names new daughter Adelaide Elizabeth Annina
Britain’s Princess Eugenie has named her first daughter Adelaide Elizabeth Annina
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Somali army clashes with rebel forces for control of key city Baidoa
Somali forces repel rebel fighters in Baidoa after intense fighting involving explosives and dozens of casualties.
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Russia's prominent anti-war politician jailed for 11 years
Lev Schlosberg is found guilty of "discrediting" Russia's army - a verdict he condemns as punishment for his political position.
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Democrats rebuke Trump over scaling back military drills with South Korea
Republican Senator Thom Tillis says the decision allows North Korea to provide more support to Russia in Ukraine.
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Latest news bulletin | August 17th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 17th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business,
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Can Trump’s peace plan for Gaza be saved? – The Latest
Donald Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner is on a diplomatic mission in the Middle East to meet Hamas officials and the Israeli prime minister
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Louisiana man allegedly killed his wife and drove her body across states before arrest
Authorities say man, 50, shot wife in Louisiana and put her body in car before driving and being stopped in Tennessee A man in Louisiana kil
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How Russian dissidents are being punished by both Russia and Europe
While Moscow is stripping citizenship rights, European states are curbing access to legal status for Russian emigres.
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