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Trump urged to declassify US files on Lockerbie bombing

Trump urged to declassify US files on Lockerbie bombing

Professor Peter Watson, a lawyer who has represented British families, made the plea ahead of his visit to America to speak about the atrocity.

Wood Group extends cost-cutting drive and cancels employee bonuses

Wood Group extends cost-cutting drive and cancels employee bonuses

The company, which has more than 6,000 staff in the UK, declined to comment on whether the savings plan would include job cuts.

Keir Starmer discusses forthcoming trip to US with Donald Trump

Keir Starmer discusses forthcoming trip to US with Donald Trump

The Prime Minister spoke to the US president over the phone as he welcomed the country’s special envoy to Downing Street.

Critics argue proposed changes ‘massively’ water down assisted dying Bill

Critics argue proposed changes ‘massively’ water down assisted dying Bill

A series of amendments have been published and will be debated by a scrutiny committee in the coming weeks.

Explorer completes first stage of bid to cross Saudi Arabia on foot

Explorer completes first stage of bid to cross Saudi Arabia on foot

Alice Morrison, 61, averaged 23km per day for seven weeks as she travelled from the Jordanian border to the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah.

Royal Marine musician donates rare statue to inspire future generations

Royal Marine musician donates rare statue to inspire future generations

In a career spanning four decades in the military, George Latham performed for kings, queens, presidents and sultans.

Lammy to meet Navalny’s widow as UK announces further Russian sanctions

Lammy to meet Navalny’s widow as UK announces further Russian sanctions

The Foreign Secretary will meet Yulia Navalnaya at the start of the Munich Security Conference.

Man convicted of murder and rape of Irish backpacker Danielle McLaughlin in Goa

Man convicted of murder and rape of Irish backpacker Danielle McLaughlin in Goa

Vikat Bhagat was found guilty at the District and Sessions Court in south Goa on Friday.

Charity for addiction and mental health issues chaired by Russell Brand closed

Charity for addiction and mental health issues chaired by Russell Brand closed

The Charity Commission said it was told in September that Brand’s Stay Free Foundation ‘no longer operates and should be removed from the register’.

Apprentice candidate spoken to about ‘ill-informed’ remark after quitting show

Apprentice candidate spoken to about ‘ill-informed’ remark after quitting show

Dr Jana Denzel will be seen leaving the competition in a future episode of the latest series.

William and Kate and Harry and Meghan post romantic pictures for Valentine’s Day

William and Kate and Harry and Meghan post romantic pictures for Valentine’s Day

The Prince and Princess of Wales’ social media image is the first time they have publicly marked the day.

Ukraine on ‘irreversible path to Nato’, Starmer says in Zelensky call

Ukraine on ‘irreversible path to Nato’, Starmer says in Zelensky call

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer made the remarks in a phone call with Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky.

Thames Water asks watchdog to let it charge even higher bills

Thames Water asks watchdog to let it charge even higher bills

It said steeper increases than the 35% already granted over the next five years is ‘in the interests of our customers and the environment’.

Magistrate given warning for ‘trolley dolly’ remark

Magistrate given warning for ‘trolley dolly’ remark

Michael Barnes JP caused a fellow magistrate ’emotional harm’ by making the comment, a Judicial Conduct Investigations Office heard.

‘Crucial chance’ to end Ukraine war, UK minister says as G7 gathers in Munich

‘Crucial chance’ to end Ukraine war, UK minister says as G7 gathers in Munich

Technology Secretary Peter Kyle also praised Donald Trump for being ‘so dedicated’ to bringing the conflict to a close.

Cabinet minister brands BBC’s Rachel Reeves report ‘totally inaccurate’

Cabinet minister brands BBC’s Rachel Reeves report ‘totally inaccurate’

Peter Kyle defended the Chancellor after reports said her use of expenses while working at a retail bank had been subject to an investigation.

Parents could save £300 a year on baby formula amid high prices, says watchdog

Parents could save £300 a year on baby formula amid high prices, says watchdog

Regulators said the NHS could have its own non-brand baby formula to help push prices down, while also calling for a removal of branding in hospitals.

Briton completes cycle and climb from South America’s lowest point to highest

Briton completes cycle and climb from South America’s lowest point to highest

Oli France has completed the third leg of his Ultimate Seven Project – to travel the lowest and highest point on seven continents.

Alleged abuse victim of suspected MI5 informant ‘calls for apology’

Alleged abuse victim of suspected MI5 informant ‘calls for apology’

It comes after MI5 apologised unreservedly for providing ‘incorrect information’ to the High Court.

Artist captures magic of Harry Potter and The Lord of the Rings on used tea bags

Artist captures magic of Harry Potter and The Lord of the Rings on used tea bags

Caroline West has depicted memorable moments, structures and characters from Harry Potter and The Lord of the Rings on used tea bags.

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