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WORLD
Dubai’s financial district hit by kamikaze drone as smoke pours from building struck by debris
Canadian UFC fighter wants to spoil Trump’s 80th birthday party during White House lawn event
Popular spring break spot implements ‘emergency curfew’ for youth over fears of violence
Jimmy Kimmel skewers Trump on breaking one of his key campaign promises
Pope Leo takes another swipe at Trump over Iran war: ‘Go to confession’
UK
Petrol retailers accuse ministers of ‘inflammatory language’ that has triggered abuse of forecourt workers
Starmer risks Trump’s wrath as PM says UK will not follow US in easing Russia sanctions
£300,000 raised at gala to help fund vital services for people who have gone missing
Farage distances himself from Reform MP’s criticism of Britain’s ‘unregulated sexual economy’
Revealed: First photo of Jeffrey Epstein, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Peter Mandelson together
SPORTS
Gaelic Warrior’s Gold Cup victory sets up on the path to glory and greatness
Cheltenham results in full: Every winner from 2026 Festival and today’s racecard and runners, including Gold Cup
Harry Redknapp upbeat despite Gold Cup disappointment with The Jukebox Man
Cheltenham Festival Gold Cup LIVE: Results in full as Gaelic Warrior upsets Harry Redknapp’s The Jukebox Man
Best horse racing betting sites UK March 2026
BUSINESS
Ministers warn petrol retailers against ‘unfair practices’
Economy stagnates in January ahead of Iran war and fears over UK impact
What impact will surging costs have on pub giant Wetherspoon?
Viagogo to ‘double-down’ on UK in face of ticket resale crackdown
How latest rise in oil prices will affect cost of petrol and inflation
TECH
SCI
Scientists discover giant dinosaur species which was the length of two buses
Archaeologists find human excrement in 1,900-year-old glass vial used to hold perfume
Scientists reveal massive asteroid hit the North Sea and triggered a 330-foot tsunami
Teenagers using AI to plan their diets may be eating unhealthy
POLITICS
Petrol retailers accuse ministers of ‘inflammatory language’ that has triggered abuse of forecourt workers
Starmer risks Trump’s wrath as PM says UK will not follow US in easing Russia sanctions
Farage distances himself from Reform MP’s criticism of Britain’s ‘unregulated sexual economy’
Dozens of MPs urge Green Party to officially ditch ‘normal’ childbirth policy immediately
Mandelson files deconstructed: How 147 pages add up to very little
HEALTH
Why the color of St. Patrick’s Day switched from blue to green
Why do the Irish drink on St Patricks day? The saints last words may hold the answer
Billy Joel’s daughter shares update on singer’s health amid rare brain disorder
Emma Heming Willis announces new charity in husband Bruce Willis’ name to support dementia research
William and Kate revisit first royal engagement together 15 years on
ENTERTAIN
Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner slam ‘disgusting’ accusation they leaked Ray J sex tape
Champagne, tears and bizarre riders: Behind the scenes of the UK’s biggest chat shows
Jane Lapotaire death: Tributes paid to ‘truly brilliant’ The Crown and Downton Abbey star
Southern Hospitality star arrested on drug offense months after ‘happy pills’ incident
Breakout country star Zach Top on the Grammies: ‘I can’t believe they let so many of us hillbillies up front’
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