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Meghan shares video of her and Harry dancing before she gave birth to Lilibet – as they celebrate daughter’s 4th birthday | US News

The Duchess of Sussex has shared a video of her and Prince Harry dancing before she gave birth to Lilibet - as they celebrate their daughter's fourth birthday.Meghan is seen twerking in the footage next to a hospital bed as Harry, wearing a hooded top, dances alongside her. In a post on Instagram, the duchess said the video was recorded four years ago today, adding: "Both of our children were a week past their due dates… so when spicy food,…

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Madeleine McCann search: Abandoned buildings examined as ground radar may be deployed | World News

Day two in the search in Portugal's Algarve region for clues to where Madeleine McCann is - and there are pockets of police activity dotted around the vast scrubland.From where I'm standing, I can see three searches under way, all in abandoned buildings. To our right, police are using chainsaws to cut down a tree that's grown inside a derelict barn. Latest updates from the searchAhead of us, officers in white hard hats empty rubble from inside another dilapidated building…

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Councils warn against dangers of having stockpiled vapes as ban comes in

COUNCILS across England are warning vapers of the potentially life-threatening dangers of stockpiling disposable vapes as the ban comes into force tomorrow. It comes amid concerns some people are stocking up on single-use vapes beforre they were banned for sale on Sunday (June 1). According to new research by online nicotine retailer, Haypp, 82 per cent of disposable vape users are planning to stockpile ahead of the ban. People wishing to get rid of their disposable vapes can return…

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Meta found ‘covertly tracking’ Android users through Instagram and Facebook | Science, Climate & Tech News

Meta and search engine company Yandex have been "covertly tracking" Android users in the background of their devices, according to experts.Academics at the Radboud University in the Netherlands and IMDEA Networks said they discovered Meta and Yandex have been tracking Android users' browser activity without their consent and then using the data in their apps. Meta said it was looking into the issue, while Yandex denied collecting any sensitive data.Gunes Acar, assistant professor at Radboud University, said the "covert" data…

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More pensioners to get winter fuel payments this year – but confusion remains over who will qualify | Politics News

Rachel Reeves has confirmed more pensioners will be eligible for winter fuel payments this year - but confusion remains over how the threshold could be changed. Sir Keir Starmer failed to provide clarity on what the new means-test could be during Wednesday's PMQs, which came moments after the chancellor's surprise announcement at a Q&A in Manchester. Politics Live: Starmer under fire for 'disgraceful' PMQs performanceFollowing a speech about her upcoming spending review, Ms Reeves said details on the government's winter…

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Worcestershire’s ‘Incredible’ produce on display at county convention

SIXWAYS Stadium in Worcester held the first-ever Taste Worcestershire Producer and Buyer Event, writes Aine McLean. The get-together showcased more than 25 of the county’s independent food and drink producers from across hospitality, retail and tourism. The event, held on May 20, was created to strengthen local supply chains and give producers the opportunity to advertise their goods to Worcestershire. More than 65 buyers attended, representing numerous hotels, farm shops, restaurants, supermarkets and visitor attractions. It shone a spotlight…

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Trump’s NATO ambassador says allies must agree to 5% spend on defence and security ‘starting now’ | UK News

The United States says the UK and all other NATO allies must agree to spend at least 5% of national income on defence and security "starting now".Matthew Whitaker, Donald Trump's ambassador to the NATO alliance, said: "Let me cut to the core of our message: 5%" He continued: "Peace through strength means nothing less, and it demands it equally from all allies. This is not going to be just a pledge. This is going to be a commitment."Every ally must…

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Why is there a row about the railway line between Oxford and Cambridge? | UK News

A row has broken out about the railway line between Oxford and Cambridge.The East West Rail Project is set to make travel across Britain easier, according to Network Rail, by re-establishing a link between the two university towns. But it is classed as an England and Wales project, meaning that Wales does not get a share of funding, unlike in Scotland and Northern Ireland.Opposition parties have called for the project to be changed to England-only.Rail infrastructure in Wales is a…

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Spinners raises £4m to meet demand for ‘competitive socialising’ | Money News

A leisure chain which aims to capitalise on Britons’ enthusiasm for 'competitive socialising' has secured a multimillion-pound funding injection to accelerate its growth.Sky News understands that Spinners - which offers games such as bowling, crazy golf, darts and shuffleboard - has struck a deal with investor Gresham House Ventures to provide the new capital. Spinners, which opened its first site in Reading in 2021, now trades from three venues and says it wants to become a UK-wide chain.Money latest: Nearly…

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Lionesses’ star Millie Bright becomes latest big name to rule herself out of England squad for Euro 2025 | UK News

England defender Millie Bright is the latest big name to rule themselves out of selection for Euro 2025, saying it was "one of the hardest decisions I've ever had to make".The Chelsea star said representing her country has been "my greatest honour" but currently she was "not able to give 100% mentally or physically". In the last few days, goalkeeper Mary Earps and midfielder Fran Kirby, who alongside Bright brought home glory by winning Euro 2022, have announced their retirements…

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