Month: October 2025

New video shows California gubernatorial candidate Katie Porter berating staffer: ‘Get out of my shot!’

Democrat under pressure after an unflattering video clip emerges for the second time in two days

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The home heating mistakes inflating your energy bills by hundreds – and what to do instead

Simple and inexpensive changes can make a big difference to bills across the cold winter

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Vegan sausage rolls face rebrand in Northern Ireland due to Brexit deal

Unionist politicians in Northern Ireland complain the ruling will be forced on them despite its assembly never backing the order

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Israeli hostages to be released from Gaza – who are they and how many are still alive?

More than 250 hostages were taken by Hamas in the October 7 attacks but will be freed under a deal proposed by Trump

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Princess of Wales says UK suffering from smartphone ‘disconnection’ epidemic

In an essay co-authored with a Harvard professor, Catherine urges parents to prioritising connecting with their children over using smartphones to go on social media or check emails

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Pubs could stay open longer under Starmer plan to revive British night out

PM’s initiative, which could lead to ‘bonfire’ of old licensing rules, aims to ‘bring the buzz back’ to high streets

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Millions of households face jump in water bills after watchdog’s ruling

Five companies have been granted permission to increase their charges

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China tightens grip on rare earths export amid US trade tensions

Sweeping restrictions mark first expansion of Beijing’s jurisdiction over its materials used abroad

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Voices: Poll of the day: Does Donald Trump deserve to win the Nobel Peace Prize?

Have your say: The president has been nominated by a mix of world leaders and politicians, including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the governments of Pakistan and Cambodia, and US Congressman Buddy Carter

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What is plenary authority, the phrase that caused Stephen Miller to freeze up during CNN interview?

Miller suggests Trump wields absolute power over decisions to send in the National Guard, before suddenly stopping speaking in an awkward interview moment

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