Taylor Fritz becomes the first American man in 15 years to reach a Grand Slam singles final as he beats compatriot Frances Tiafoe at the US Open.

Fritz ends 15-year wait for American male Slam finalist

Police and public health leaders have warned it has "never been" more dangerous to take drugs thanks to the arrival of super-strength man-made opioids. Nitazenes can be hundreds of times stronger than heroin but unscrupulous drug suppliers have been mixing them into other drugs - despite potentially "dire consequences". Vulnerable...

Warning over drugs that can kill in tiny doses

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Actor Van Johnson, who died in 2007, was one of Hollywood's ideal films idols. In the 1940s, the charming screen icon was box office gold, and remained a popular presence on TV in shows like Murder, She Wrote (which starred his good friend Angela Lansbury).

The Secret Gay Life & Horrific Car Accident of Actor Van Johnson: 16 Years After His Tragic Death

Police believe the suspects who hurled bricks at vehicles are aged between 12 and 15 years old.

Warning after bricks thrown at moving cars

The unmarked burial site in Oldham contains 145 stillborn babies, 128 babies and children and 29 adults.

Babies and children among 300 bodies in mass grave

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It's been ten years since beloved Cuban-American actress Elizabeth Pena passed away due to complications from alcohol abuse. Pena was only 55 years old when she died on October 14, 2014, in Los Angeles. She suffered from cirrhosis of the liver "due to alcohol" and had acute gastrointestinal bleeding hours before her demise, causing her heart to stop. She had the disease for months, and it progressed severely in a short time before her death.

In Memory of Adored Actress Elizabeth Pena: 10 Years After Her Tragic Death By Alcohol

Four people have been arrested and a three-year-old boy remains in a serious condition in hospital after reportedly falling from a window. Hampshire Police were called at 18:35 BST on Wednesday after receiving a report raising concerns over the welfare of a child at an address on South Front, Southampton.

Four arrests after toddler 'falls from window'

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An Aldi shopper recently shared her disturbing experience with a moldy rice package from the supermarket, sparking debate. A TikTok user named @defonotlils posted a video on June 6 that quickly became popular, accumulating more than 674,600 views. In the video, she shares what happened after finding out about something.

This is why I don’t shop at Aldi: Woman can’t believe what she found in her packaged rice from Aldi

Olympic athlete Rebecca Cheptegei has died days after being doused in petrol and set on fire by a former boyfriend. The 33-year-old Ugandan marathon runner, who competed in the recent Paris Olympics, had suffered extensive burns after Sunday's attack. The authorities in north-west Kenya, where Cheptegei lived and trained, said...

Olympic athlete Rebecca Cheptegei dies days after being set alight by ex-boyfriend

The chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court has told the BBC that justice must be seen to be done after seeking an arrest warrant for Israel's prime minister and defence minister. Karim Khan said it was important to show the court would hold all nations to the same standard...

ICC chief prosecutor defends Netanyahu arrest warrant in BBC interview

A police detective who had inappropriate sexual relationships with two vulnerable women he met while investigating cases has been banned from policing. Detective Constable Simon Jones, 54, from Bristol, committed gross misconduct, an Avon & Somerset Police misconduct panel ruled. He would have been dismissed without notice had he not...

Detective banned for inappropriate relationships

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Federal, state and local public health officials have confirmed the first case of the Oropouche virus in Kentucky and Jefferson County in a person who had returned to Louisville after traveling to the Caribbean.

Health officials report first case of Oropouche virus, aka ‘Sloth Fever,’ confirmed in Kentucky

The 17-year-old is accused of attempted murder over an attack on the 49ers rookie.

Boy in court after NFL player shot for 'expensive watch'

Kent Police is investigating the incident in which the victim was left with a fractured jaw.

Police release image after man's jaw fractured

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When you head out on a cruise, you’re most likely thinking about suntan lotions, umbrella cocktails, and endless buffets. You’re not likely to be thinking about disappearing without a trace.

Vanished At Sea: Mysterious Cruise Ship Disappearances

Eswatini officials dismiss allegations the marriage is a political arrangement.

Zuma’s daughter marrying polygamous king ‘for love’

The deal aims to create India's largest entertainment company which will dominate the advertising market.

A mega merger aims to reshape India's entertainment landscape

The father of a 14-year-old boy accused of killing four people at a high school in the US state of Georgia has been arrested and charged with murder. Colin Gray, 54, is facing four charges of involuntary manslaughter, two counts of second-degree murder and eight of cruelty to children. Officials...

Father of US school shooting suspect charged with murder

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Cats are often considered mysterious and independent creatures, leading many to believe that they are aloof or even indifferent. However, cats communicate in a variety of ways, and understanding their unique language can deepen the bond between you and your feline friend. By learning to interpret their signals, you can enhance your relationship and become a more empathetic cat owner.

Ways to Speak Cat and Deepen Your Bond

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According to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), 1,467 children have been reported missing in the U.S. since January 1, 2024, a drop since the figure of 1,533 previously reported. That drop indicates 66 cases were resolved.

15 missing children in Missouri since June 2024: some cases resolved and more added

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Sick Draper loses to Sinner in dramatic US Open semi-final

Britain's Jack Draper vomits on court during a dramatic US Open semi-final defeat by world number one Jannik...

Sick Draper loses to Sinner in dramatic US Open semi-final

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