Columbus, OH

Volunteer Karolyn Gaston, from County Antrim, has travelled to Paris for her third Olympic Games.

The Carrickfergus volunteer living her Olympic dream

Blackpool Football Club's plan to build an elite training ground and academy has been supported by members of the town's planning committee. The committee supported a recommendation to approve the application for the facilities, which will be built on land accessed from Steeton Road, part of the Grange Park housing estate.

Blackpool plan for new elite training ground backed

Teenager Megan Havers talks how she has juggled her Olympic dreams and GCSE exams to make the Paris Games.

'At prom, no-one knew I was going to the Olympics'

African fencing champion Alexandra Ndolo is hoping to win a historic gold in Paris while inspiring in other ways too.

Olympic fencer and Playboy model champions body positivity

Thirty people have taken part in an annual swim across the Solent in memory of a man who died of motor neurone disease (MND). Now in its 10th year, the event raises funds for a charity set up by Ian Pratt, who died in 2020. Due to its popularity, the...

BBC presenter joins Solent swim for MND

Eight people have been jailed for their role in a county lines plot which involved children delivering Class A drugs. The group was sentenced after being convicted of conspiring to supply heroin and crack cocaine in Barrow and Manchester, between September 2022 and January 2023. Preston Crown Court heard Jordan...

Eight jailed for county lines drugs plot

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Sgt Richard Heard faces three charges of rape against a female police officer.

Police sergeant raped fellow officer, court told

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

A man who repeatedly attacked his puppy until it had to be put down, then left an RSPCA inspector with life-changing injuries, has been jailed. Storm Williams from Sutton Coldfield blinded the puppy with his attacks, as well as leaving him with broken bones, bruising, and swelling all over his head and body.

Puppy beaten so badly it had to be put down

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A man found dead along with a woman at a house in Staffordshire has been named as a paramedic who starred in a Channel 4 TV show.Police have launched a murder inquiry after the pair were found dead in a house in Alpine Drive in Hednesford, Cannock, around 12.30pm on Tuesday.They have been named by police as 24-year-old Daniel Duffield, from nearby Cannock, and 22-year-old Lauren Evans, from Bridgend in South Wales.Mr Duffield was a paramedic for West Midlands Ambulance Service, and appeared in series 11 Channel 4’s 999: On the Frontline.His friend and colleague Ellie, who appeared alongside him...

Man found dead alongside woman is revealed to be paramedic who starred in Channel 4 show

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Lillie Morgan-Roller, four, and Rubie Morgan-Roller, nine, died in the crash on Sunday.

Mum, dad and daughters, 4 and 9, among crash dead

Bar 1 in Consett is closed again having first lost its licence after a stabbing in December.

Bar shuts after losing licence for second time

Christopher and Janine Barton died in the collision which claimed a total of six lives, police say.

Bike couple in crash that killed six people named

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In the charmingly delightful world of astrology, you should know that each of the zodiac signs carries a specific set of traits. Those characteristics influence how individuals navigate the challenges they may meet in life. Some signs are known for their over-the-top boldness. These are the people who usually have such a strong willingness to face conflicts head-on.

3 Zodiac Signs That Hate Confrontation

A drug dealer who stabbed and killed a teenager for "selling on his patch" has been jailed for 13 years. Andy Wood, 16, suffered "uncontrollable bleeding" after he was knifed in the neck on 12 February last year. Elijah Clark had met with the rival drug dealer to buy cannabis...

Drug dealer jailed for killing 'rival' teenager

People who think they may have Covid-19 are being urged to get tested and have treatment to avoid being admitted into hospital. Those in the highest-risk categories have been reminded by NHS bosses that they are entitled to free lateral flow tests. “Covid-19 has not gone away – it’s still...

Suspected Covid sufferers urged to get tested

Officers arrested two men on suspicion of rape after an incident in the early hours of Saturday.

Men released on bail after woman raped in skatepark

A shoplifting bird dubbed "Steven Seagull" has been banned from a convenience store for flying off with packets of crisps over a six-year stealing spree. Staff at the Lyndale Central store in Wyke Regis, Dorset, have put up posters urging customers to "close the door" behind them in a bid to stop Steven.

Shoplifting 'Steven Seagull' banned from shop

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Hammer thrower, 16, aims for Olympic success

A 16-year-old hammer thrower is aiming to compete in the 2032 Olympics just five years after taking up the sport.Jack Burgess, from Fareham, Hampshire, started throwing...

Hammer thrower, 16, aims for Olympic success

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