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UFO researcher David Wilcock found dead in Colorado, coroner’s office confirms
David Wilcock’s death follows an explosion of conspiracy theories about an alleged string of deaths of people tied to sensitive research
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Starmer-Mandelson latest: ‘Presumption’ peer didn’t need vetting for ambassador job, top civil servant tells MPs
One senior government source said ‘there is a sense that it’s over now’ as Starmer loyalists distance themselves from the scandal
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Cost inflation for UK firms jumps to three-year high amid Iran war
Survey data also found that private sector growth rebounded this month as firms sought to build up stocks. -
China considers stockpiling condoms as world’s biggest contraceptive maker hikes prices
The intends to increase prices by 20-30 per cent, with potential for further rises
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Astronomers discover Jupiter-like planet with a distinct urine smell
It has an ammonia-rich atmosphere and clouds of water
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St George’s Day: Who was the dragon-slayer and why is he England’s patron saint?
England – and several other countries – celebrate the saint’s day on 23 April
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Iran confirms ‘proud participation’ in World Cup despite conflict with US
Iran’s participation at the World Cup has been in doubt amid its ongoing conflict with the US
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Newly discovered letter reveals Roald Dahl criticising eight-year-old girl’s poem
The author told the schoolgirl's teacher that the girl 'commits the usual crime of failing to scan her lines properly'
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Cancelled or delayed flights: What are my rights to a refund?
Here are the obligations each airline has and what you can expect if your journey is disrupted
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Voices: Keir Starmer will survive his Commons grilling
As the prime minister faces MPs over the Mandelson vetting scandal, former Downing Street special adviser Cleo Watson – who helped prepare Boris Johnson for his high-stakes appearances in parliament – says Starmer will live to fight another day