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Man who killed partner then blew up their London home jailed for life

Man who killed partner then blew up their London home jailed for life

Idris Elba wife's 'racism' blast over woman who hit her car in London

Idris Elba wife's 'racism' blast over woman who hit her car in London

Two pupils and staff member in hospital after UK school stabbing

Two pupils and staff member in hospital after UK school stabbing

Why the founder of Leon has bought it back

Why the founder of Leon has bought it back

England World Cup camp hit by 6.1-magnitude earthquake

England World Cup camp hit by 6.1-magnitude earthquake

Transfer news LIVE: Arsenal chase Tonali; Chelsea expect Cucurella bid

Transfer news LIVE: Arsenal chase Tonali; Chelsea expect Cucurella bid

Six people arrested after huge fight erupts on Epsom Derby day

Six people arrested after huge fight erupts on Epsom Derby day

‘Severely-ill' boy and parents died in London luxury tower block fall

‘Severely-ill' boy and parents died in London luxury tower block fall

Council to pay £2,500 to family left in unsuitable housing for months

Council to pay £2,500 to family left in unsuitable housing for months

A fan's guide on what to wear to Harry Styles' Wembley show

A fan's guide on what to wear to Harry Styles' Wembley show

From VAR changes to covering mouths: Every new rule at World Cup 2026

From VAR changes to covering mouths: Every new rule at World Cup 2026

When is World Cup 2026 opening ceremony? Start time, who is performing

When is World Cup 2026 opening ceremony? Start time, who is performing

Paddy Power World Cup offer: 50/1 on England to qualify for last 32

Paddy Power World Cup offer: 50/1 on England to qualify for last 32

World Cup 2026 LIVE: Latest news and updates as referee denied entry

World Cup 2026 LIVE: Latest news and updates as referee denied entry

Thunderstorms could disrupt England vs Costa Rica World Cup warm-up

Thunderstorms could disrupt England vs Costa Rica World Cup warm-up

Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau loved up as they make red carpet debut

Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau loved up as they make red carpet debut

Laura Whitmore ‘never more appreciative of body than during and post pregnancy’

Laura Whitmore ‘never more appreciative of body than during and post pregnancy’

Sutton Council owed £100k in rent after high street cinema's collapse

Sutton Council owed £100k in rent after high street cinema's collapse

Palantir to sue Sadiq Khan after mayor blocks £50m Met Police deal

Palantir to sue Sadiq Khan after mayor blocks £50m Met Police deal

UK set to defy US over social media ban for children

UK set to defy US over social media ban for children

Man arrested after 'barbaric' knife attack in Belfast

Man arrested after 'barbaric' knife attack in Belfast

Best TV deals for World Cup 2026 watching parties

Best TV deals for World Cup 2026 watching parties

Amazon Prime Day is back soon – and I've found the best early deals

Amazon Prime Day

Amazon Prime Day is back soon – and I've found the best early deals

These new earbuds solve the biggest problem with in-ear headphones

These new earbuds solve the biggest problem with in-ear headphones

Rhode's pocket bronzer is about to complete your summer makeup routine

Rhode's pocket bronzer is about to complete your summer makeup routine

5 best express fake tans, tested by a busy tanning obsessive

5 best express fake tans, tested by a busy tanning obsessive

Inside Byron Bay’s first five-star hotel

Inside Byron Bay’s first five-star hotel

Rooftop cocktails, rainforest modernism and whale watching at Byron Bay’s most polished address

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Soak up the spirit of California at Outernet London

Soak up the spirit of California at Outernet London

California: the state of endless play

California: the state of endless play

All-inclusive beach holidays with culture, kids' clubs and relaxation

All-inclusive beach holidays with culture, kids' clubs and relaxation

Relax and reset on an adults-only all-inclusive holiday

Relax and reset on an adults-only all-inclusive holiday

Inside IKEA Oxford Street: 7 reasons why Londoners are obsessed

Inside IKEA Oxford Street: 7 reasons why Londoners are obsessed

Sport

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Arsenal quoted £100m for Tonali signing as three-way battle emerges

Arsenal quoted £100m for Tonali signing as three-way battle emerges

When Serena Williams is playing at Queen's today and how to watch

When Serena Williams is playing at Queen's today and how to watch

How to watch every England match at World Cup 2026 for FREE on TV

How to watch every England match at World Cup 2026 for FREE on TV

How to watch every World Cup 2026 match for FREE on TV

How to watch every World Cup 2026 match for FREE on TV

Every confirmed World Cup 2026 squad for summer tournament

Every confirmed World Cup 2026 squad for summer tournament

Best free bets in the UK for 2026

Best free bets in the UK for 2026

2026 World Cup free bets & betting offers

2026 World Cup free bets & betting offers

Best betting sites in the UK for June 2026

Best betting sites in the UK for June 2026

Best World Cup 2026 betting sites: Where to bet on the World Cup

Best World Cup 2026 betting sites: Where to bet on the World Cup

Lifestyle

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The best multi-generational holiday in France

The best multi-generational holiday in France

Luxury Las Vegas: From world-class spa days to Michelin-star dining

Luxury Las Vegas: From world-class spa days to Michelin-star dining

Savour Marrakesh with John Gregory-Smith

Savour Marrakesh with John Gregory-Smith

A tech critic's review of the slimmer, sleeker and smaller Oura ring 5

Health & Fitness

A tech critic's review of the slimmer, sleeker and smaller Oura ring 5

Who are the England WAGs? Meet the glam set ahead of World Cup

Who are the England WAGs? Meet the glam set ahead of World Cup

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The great escape: a private island resort in the Maldives

The great escape: a private island resort in the Maldives

Fresh ways to explore London this summer

Fresh ways to explore London this summer

Discover two sides to a Canary Islands holiday

Discover two sides to a Canary Islands holiday

The latest clever gadgets worth knowing about

The latest clever gadgets worth knowing about

Blissful summer escapes that mix adventure with relaxation

Blissful summer escapes that mix adventure with relaxation

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How to get cheap last-minute tickets for Harry Styles' Wembley shows

How to get cheap last-minute tickets for Harry Styles' Wembley shows

6 best new books to pack in your summer holiday suitcase

6 best new books to pack in your summer holiday suitcase

Kate Middleton's go-to bag brand has launched a rare summer sale

Mango's new designer collaboration is made for city summer dressing

Mango's new designer collaboration is made for city summer dressing

What are Ryanair, EasyJet and Wizz Air's hand luggage restrictions?

What are Ryanair, EasyJet and Wizz Air's hand luggage restrictions?

Culture

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Marc Almond: Final Soft Cell album will be fitting farewell to Dave Ball

Marc Almond: Final Soft Cell album will be fitting farewell to Dave Ball

Madonna unveils racy short film featuring Sabrina Carpenter and Kate Moss

Madonna unveils racy short film featuring Sabrina Carpenter and Kate Moss

Woman brings noisy baby to sell-out play starring Sir Kenneth Branagh

Woman brings noisy baby to sell-out play starring Sir Kenneth Branagh

Lisa Kudrow and Mira Sorvino in Romy And Michele’s High School Reunion sequel

Lisa Kudrow and Mira Sorvino in Romy And Michele’s High School Reunion sequel

Harry Styles Wembley setlists: What songs will he be playing?

Harry Styles Wembley setlists: What songs will he be playing?

Going Out

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How late are London pubs staying open for the World Cup?

Pubs, Bars and Nightlife

How late are London pubs staying open for the World Cup?

World Cup: Where in London to watch Scotland's 2am match against Haiti

Pubs, Bars and Nightlife

World Cup: Where in London to watch Scotland's 2am match against Haiti

Best places in London to cheer on each nation at the World Cup 2026

Pubs, Bars and Nightlife

Best places in London to cheer on each nation at the World Cup 2026

What's it like to drink Kylie's rosé... with Kylie herself

Pubs, Bars and Nightlife

What's it like to drink Kylie's rosé... with Kylie herself

The very best of London beyond the obvious

The very best of London beyond the obvious

Homes & Property

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South London council to reject 'inappropriate' plans for 350 new homes

South London council to reject 'inappropriate' plans for 350 new homes

Hundreds more mortgage deals available than in early May – Moneyfacts

Buying & Mortgages

Hundreds more mortgage deals available than in early May – Moneyfacts

West London car park to be demolished for new 52-flat development

West London car park to be demolished for new 52-flat development

New homes to be built in west London cul-de-sac despite 109 objections

New homes to be built in west London cul-de-sac despite 109 objections

Where do the Royal family live and how much is their rent?

Celebrity homes

Where do the Royal family live and how much is their rent?

Showbiz

Hugh Laurie apologises for his 'drunk' takedown of House review

Hugh Laurie apologises for his 'drunk' takedown of House review

Lee Andrews 'begs Katie Price to set up GoFundMe for prison release'

Lee Andrews 'begs Katie Price to set up GoFundMe for prison release'

Cracking news Gromit! New Royal Mint 50p coin celebrates 50 years of Aardman

Cracking news Gromit! New Royal Mint 50p coin celebrates 50 years of Aardman

Matt Smith: House Of The Dragon is ‘at its best’ in its ‘darkest moments’

Matt Smith: House Of The Dragon is ‘at its best’ in its ‘darkest moments’

Lineker says ‘marriage’ with BBC ‘starting to run out of love’ by time he left

Lineker says ‘marriage’ with BBC ‘starting to run out of love’ by time he left