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Archbishop of Canterbury praises Ukrainian people in Kyiv visit

Archbishop of Canterbury praises Ukrainian people in Kyiv visit

Justin Welby will meet church leaders during his trip.

Rashford celebration for cancer victim ‘really touching’, says childhood friend

Rashford celebration for cancer victim ‘really touching’, says childhood friend

Marcus Rashford dedicated his brace in England’s World Cup victory over Wales to a friend who recently died.

Police overwhelmed by digital forensics as 25,000 devices await checks – report

Police overwhelmed by digital forensics as 25,000 devices await checks – report

Inspectors examined how effective the police are at capturing evidence from digital devices, including smartphones and computers.

William and Kate in US for Earthshot Prize as prince’s godmother faces race row

William and Kate in US for Earthshot Prize as prince’s godmother faces race row

In the UK the fallout was continuing from the comments made by Lady Susan Hussey.

How the modern monarchy has faced accusations of racism

How the modern monarchy has faced accusations of racism

The Sussexes levelled allegations of racism against a member of the family during their Oprah Winfrey interview.

Fleetwood Mac star Christine McVie dies aged 79 following short illness

Fleetwood Mac star Christine McVie dies aged 79 following short illness

Her family have remembered her as a ‘revered musician who was loved universally’.

Brexit checks added £210 to household food bills, research finds

Brexit checks added £210 to household food bills, research finds

The hike in prices disproportionately hit poorer people, who tend to spend a greater share of their pay on food.

Ambulance workers in GMB and Unite unions vote to strike in pay dispute

Ambulance workers in GMB and Unite unions vote to strike in pay dispute

The Health Secretary said the demands from unions are not affordable.

Palace accused of institutional racism over remarks made to black charity boss

Palace accused of institutional racism over remarks made to black charity boss

William’s godmother Lady Susan Hussey has resigned as a Lady of the Household after Ngozi Fulani was asked repeatedly where she ‘really came from’.

Warning of ‘homelessness emergency’ as private renters face eviction threat

Warning of ‘homelessness emergency’ as private renters face eviction threat

The proportion of private renters under threat of eviction in England has risen by more than three-quarters in a year, a survey suggests.

By-election looms as Rosie Cooper stands down as Labour MP

By-election looms as Rosie Cooper stands down as Labour MP

The MP for West Lancashire has been appointed Steward and Bailiff of the Three Hundreds of Chiltern by the Chancellor.

More ambulance service workers vote for industrial action

More ambulance service workers vote for industrial action

Unite announced that its members voted by up to 92% to take action, warning that strikes look set to begin ahead of Christmas.

Mayors demand minister steps in to fix ‘mess’ blighting northern railways

Mayors demand minister steps in to fix ‘mess’ blighting northern railways

Five metro mayors said talks with the Transport Secretary had been ‘positive’ but they needed more than ‘warm words’ to ease the disruption.

Paralympic gold medal swimmer Tully Kearney hopes MBE will inspire others

Paralympic gold medal swimmer Tully Kearney hopes MBE will inspire others

Kearney said she had a conversation with the Princess Royal, who carried out the investiture.

‘Reasonable officer’ facing man appearing high ‘would seek medical attention’

‘Reasonable officer’ facing man appearing high ‘would seek medical attention’

Joanne Caffrey, an expert witness on the use of force and police custody, gave evidence to the Sheku Bayoh inquiry in Edinburgh.

Ryanair boss accuses French air traffic controllers of ‘recreational’ strikes

Ryanair boss accuses French air traffic controllers of ‘recreational’ strikes

He also accused the European Commission of lacking the courage to implement one EU air traffic control system.

Rise in legal aid fees for solicitors branded a ‘real-terms cut’

Rise in legal aid fees for solicitors branded a ‘real-terms cut’

The Ministry of Justice announced the plans on Wednesday.

HMS Glasgow takes to water for first time

HMS Glasgow takes to water for first time

The first of the Royal Navy’s new frigates took to the River Clyde in Glasgow on Wednesday.

Dyson working on ‘self-improving’ machines

Dyson working on ‘self-improving’ machines

The UK-founded firm said it was developing machines that could self-identify issues and resolve them without an owner noticing.

Tributes paid to man who died after being trampled by cow

Tributes paid to man who died after being trampled by cow

The animal had reportedly escaped and made its way to the centre of a nearby village.

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