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Earl Spencer says Harry and Meghan’s media treatment echoes Diana’s

Earl Spencer has compared the media treatment of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex with the criticism faced by his sister, Diana, Princess of Wales.

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Major fire at Folkestone’s Grand Burstin Hotel treated as suspicious

About 280 people were evacuated from the Grand Burstin Hotel in Folkestone after a major fire, which is being treated as suspicious.

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Temperatures could reach 26C as warmer weather returns next week

Drier and warmer conditions are expected in parts of the UK next week after a changeable period, with temperatures potentially reaching 26C. Rainfall...

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Sir Jim Ratcliffe says he has lost confidence in the UK

Ineos founder and Manchester United owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has described the UK as being “on the slide” and called for greater investment in the Nort...

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Greenock council seeks migrants to help reverse population decline

Greenock’s council wants to attract immigrants to settle in the town as part of efforts to address a falling population.

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Harry’s return may not resolve rift with William

The Prince of Wales is reportedly still unwilling to set aside the hurt he feels, raising doubts about whether the Duke of Sussex’s return will repair...

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Search under way after cruise passenger feared overboard before Dundee arrival

An alarm was raised on the Ambassador Ambition before the cruise ship arrived in Dundee on Friday, amid fears that a passenger had fallen overboard.

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UK holds first national day for terrorism victims and survivors

Survivors of terrorist attacks gathered in the UK for the first annual National Day for Victims and Survivors of Terrorism.

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Prince Harry and six others face legal bill of up to £34.5m after privacy case

Prince Harry, Sir Elton John, Liz Hurley and four other claimants must make an initial £9.54m payment to the Daily Mail publisher within seven days af...

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Inquest begins into death of Professor Jason Arday

An inquest into the death of Professor Jason Arday has begun. Dr Julian Morris Morris told proceedings that he had reason to suspect Professor Arday d...

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Earl Spencer says Charles “went ballistic” after Diana’s death

Earl Spencer has described a phone call with Charles following the death of his sister, Diana, saying Charles reacted angrily. He discussed the claim...

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Earl Spencer defends claims about words attributed to Charles

Earl Spencer has defended claims in his book about Princess Diana, saying words attributed to the then-Prince of Wales were used exactly as described.

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E-bike battery fires linked to 18 deaths in the UK

Battery-related fires involving e-bikes have been linked to 18 deaths in the UK, including people overcome by toxic fumes and those trapped in burning...

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Unsettled weather and thunderstorms forecast for bank holiday weekend

The bank holiday weekend is expected to bring unsettled conditions, with showers, longer periods of rain and thunderstorms possible at times over the...

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Rabbi says Jewish community feels more vulnerable after synagogue attack

Rabbi Daniel Walker says members of the Jewish community feel increasingly vulnerable and are now in a more difficult position than immediately after...

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Longstanding swimming gap among black Britons examined

A report highlights a persistent difference in swimming ability between black Britons and the wider population, while exploring why the disparity has...

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About 700 prisoners due to be released on 1 October under revised plans

Revised early-release plans are expected to see about 700 prisoners leave custody on 1 October. The plan retains the previously promised timetable for...

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