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Ukrainian mother who fled Russia for the UK with her three young children when war broke out faces terrifying return after Home Office refused asylum claim
A Ukrainian mother who fled Russia with her three children in 2022 is facing possible deportation after the Home Office refused her asylum claim and declined to renew her visa. Oksana Guseva, 41, an ethnic Ukrainian born in Ukraine when it was part of the Soviet Union, left Moscow and her pro-Putin husband via the…
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Wage War release Sweet Dreams ahead of 2027 tour
Metalcore band Wage War have released ‘SWEET DREAMS’, a new single that draws on musical elements from across their ten-year career. The band says the song examines deception and the perceived safety of blissful ignorance, while its aggressive sound and heavy breakdowns are intended to appeal to long-standing and newer listeners. The release precedes Wage…
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Farmers at ‘breaking point’ as heatwave Britain puts livelihoods under threat
Farmers across Britain say prolonged heatwaves and drought are threatening crops, livestock and their ability to remain in business. They are calling for emergency financial help and simpler planning rules for on-farm reservoirs and protected growing facilities, arguing that support has not kept pace with increasingly severe weather. High temperatures are drying soils, stressing animals…
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Treasure hunters strike gold after years of disappointment with find worth a fortune
Two metal detectorists, Alan Daniels and Andy Crammond, reportedly found three Bronze Age gold torcs near Carlisle, England, after years of unsuccessful searching. The discovery is significant because the bracelets are believed to be ancient artefacts of substantial historical and financial value. The find was made in May and was reported to be worth six…
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SUFC News: Birmingham boss makes United prediction and shares verdict on Donovan – thestar.co.uk
SUFC News: Birmingham boss makes United prediction and shares verdict on Donovan thestar.co.uk
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Royal Blood Announce UK Headline Tour
Royal Blood have announced a UK headline tour for winter, following news of their forthcoming album, ‘Dead Company’. The shows will give fans an early opportunity to hear material from the record live, marking the duo’s latest touring campaign. The seven-date run begins in Bristol on 24 November and ends in Brighton on 4 December,…
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Jorja Smith Shares New Single ‘I Lied, You Lied’
Jorja Smith has released ‘I Lied, You Lied’, a new single previewing her forthcoming album, ‘What Are The Odds’. The emotionally focused track explores the aftermath of a relationship and reinforces Smith’s standing as a prominent UK soul vocalist. The single was co-produced by P2J and Marco Bernardis. Smith’s album is due on 21 August…
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Operator boss insists UK trains are safe in heatwave after Lewes derailment
A Southern passenger train travelling from London Victoria to Eastbourne derailed near Lewes, East Sussex, shortly before 4pm on Thursday, prompting a major emergency response and the closure of several rail routes. Two people suffered serious injuries and nine others sustained less serious injuries; all passengers were evacuated safely. The incident has raised concerns about…
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TalkTalk Business and ARO to borg into UK tech services giant
TalkTalk Business and technology services company ARO plan to merge, aiming to create one of the UK’s largest communications and managed services providers. The proposed business would combine connectivity with cloud, cybersecurity and IT services, reflecting growing demand from British firms for single suppliers supporting digital transformation. The combined group is expected to generate about…