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The Guardian

Trump aides tried to block appointment of Peter Mandelson as UK ambassador to US, reports say – US politics live

Senior figures said to have been skeptical over Keir Starmer’s appointment of ‘arrogant’ veteran politician, later sacked over connections to Jeffrey EpsteinSign up for the Breaking US News US emailThe US military is deploying thousands of additional marines and sailors to the Middle East, three US officials told Reuters on Friday.One of the officials, speaking on the condition of anonymity, said that the USS Boxer, along with the marine expeditionary unit onboard, were departing the west coast of the US about three weeks ahead of schedule. Continue reading... Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/live/2026/mar/20/trump-mandelson-starmer-supreme-court-iran-us-politics-latest-news-updates Author : Marina Dunbar (now) and Tom Ambrose
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The Independent

UFC London’s Melissa Mullins in ‘tears of joy’ at making weight – only for opponent Luana Carolina to fail

UFC London’s Melissa Mullins in ‘tears of joy’ at making weight – only for opponent Luana Carolina to fail
The pair’s bantamweight bout was cancelled after the Brazilian drastically missed weight Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/ufc/ufc-london-weighin-luana-carolina-melissa-mullins-b2942447.html Author : Alex Pattle Publish date : 2026-03-20 14:58:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Mirror

Shoppers mourn ‘end of an era’ as shop enters administration and closes stores

Shoppers mourn ‘end of an era’ as shop enters administration and closes stores
A high street store is closing its remaining standalone shops from April after entering administration - and one fan has visited a branch ahead of its closure to capture a final moment of nostalgia Source link : https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/shoppers-mourn-end-era-shop-36900013 Author : [email protected] (Paige Freshwater) Publish date : 2026-03-20 14:51:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Daily Mail

Brits told to WFH and use ovens less as Middle East energy crisis explodes… and Rachel Reeves ‘can’t help because she’s maxxed out Britain’s credit card’

Brits told to WFH and use ovens less as Middle East energy crisis explodes… and Rachel Reeves ‘can’t help because she’s maxxed out Britain’s credit card’
Amounting mounting concerns over global supply chains, the international energy watchdog issued advice to cut down on car use and cook with air fryers. Source link : https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-15664681/Brits-told-WFH-use-ovens-Middle-East-energy-crisis-explodes-Rachel-Reeves-help-shes-maxxed-Britains-credit-card.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ito=1490&ns_campaign=1490 Author : Publish date : 2026-03-20 13:28:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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The Guardian

French navy boards alleged Russian shadow fleet tanker in Mediterranean – Europe live

Mozambique-flagged vessel boarded this morning with UK assistance, French military confirms, as Macron says Iran war will not distract France from support of UkraineMeanwhile, French president Emmanuel Macron has confirmed the seizure of the tanker, which he said belonged to the Russian shadow fleet.In a strongly worded post on X, he said:“The French navy boarded this morning in the Mediterranean a new vessel from the shadow fleet, the Deyna.The war in Iran will not divert France from its support for Ukraine, where Russia’s war of aggression continues. Continue reading... Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/mar/20/spain-tax-france-elections-pope-leo-eu-iran-war-energy-costs-europe-latest-news-updates Author : Jakub Krupa Publish date :
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The Independent

‘Never cycling again!’Greg James breaks down after completing 10-day bike ride, raising £3.3m

‘Never cycling again!’Greg James breaks down after completing 10-day bike ride, raising £3.3m
DJ tearfully praised country’s ‘spirit’ after raising £3.3m with 1,000km bike ride from Weymouth to Edinburgh Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/greg-james-ride-comic-relief-live-b2942520.html Author : Jacob Stolworthy Publish date : 2026-03-20 11:59:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Daily Star

Princess Eugenie and Beatrice face ‘social ruin’ as lives are ‘irreparably shattered’

The socialite duo of princesses Eugenie and Beatrice have tried to keep a relatively low profile in recent months after their father Andrew Windsor's arrest last month Source link : https://www.dailystar.co.uk/news/latest-news/princess-eugenie-beatrice-face-social-36898369 Author : [email protected] (Adam Cailler) Publish date : 2026-03-20 11:13:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Daily Mail

Trump is considering ordering US troops to seize or blockade Iran’s Kharg island but ‘risks irrevocable damage to global economy’ – as Netanyahu also hints at putting boots on the ground

Trump is considering ordering US troops to seize or blockade Iran’s Kharg island but ‘risks irrevocable damage to global economy’ – as Netanyahu also hints at putting boots on the ground
Four sources with knowledge of the issue told Axios the White House was considering plans to occupy or blockade the island. Source link : https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-15663971/Trump-considering-ordering-US-troops-seize-blockade-Irans-Kharg-island-risks-irrevocable-damage-global-economy-Netanyahu-hints-putting-boots-ground.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ito=1490&ns_campaign=1490 Author : Publish date : 2026-03-20 10:56:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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The Guardian

Reform UK success in local elections could endanger national climate targets, report says – UK politics live

LSE research found some Reform councillors have denied the reality of climate science, and mention of climate has been removed from strategy documentsGood morning. Seven weeks from today, counting will be taking place for the English local elections and, unless the polls are more wrong than they have ever been before, Reform UK will be celebrating record wins. The commentary will focus on the implications for national politics. But councils have significant powers, and a report today says Reform wins in local government could have a significant impact on climate policy.We know that Reform UK are opposed to net zero,
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Sky News

First lab-grown oesophagus successfully implanted in pigs

First lab-grown oesophagus successfully implanted in pigs
Scientists in the UK have created the first lab-grown oesophagus and implanted it in pigs, which have been able to use it to swallow food. Source link : https://news.sky.com/story/first-lab-grown-oesophagus-successfully-implanted-in-pigs-13521826 Author : Publish date : 2026-03-20 10:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Daily Star

Major British bank to make key change to 605 UK branches ‘by May 2026’

The building society has become the first major UK banking provider to publish detailed accessibility guides for its branches, helping disabled customers check step-free access, hearing loops and BSL support in advance Source link : https://www.dailystar.co.uk/news/latest-news/major-british-bank-make-key-36897164 Author : [email protected] (Adam Cailler, Rory Poulter) Publish date : 2026-03-20 08:27:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Daily Mail

Saudi Arabia threatens to attack Iran as US launches strikes to reopen Strait of Hormuz and Houthis vow to enter war – live updates

Saudi Arabia threatens to attack Iran as US launches strikes to reopen Strait of Hormuz and Houthis vow to enter war – live updates
LIVE UPDATES: Follow the Daily Mail's live coverage of the Iran war as Yemen's Houthi rebels say they are joining Iran against the US and Israel as they threaten to attack ships in the Red Sea. Source link : https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-15663741/Yemens-Houthi-rebels-join-war-Irans-vow-attack-US-ships-Strait-Hormuz-Gulf-battered-Iranian-drones-live-updates.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ito=1490&ns_campaign=1490 Author : Publish date : 2026-03-20 08:24:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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The Guardian

Attorney general asks if Kemi Badenoch would object to Jewish public prayer

Exclusive: Richard Hermer, who is Jewish, says Tory leader and shadow minister seem ‘to only have an issue with Muslim events’Richard Hermer, the attorney general, has challenged Kemi Badenoch to say whether she would object to Jewish prayer in public, after the Conservative leader backed one of her shadow ministers who said an Islamic prayer event was intimidating and un-British.Hermer, one of the UK’s most prominent Jewish politicians, said Badenoch’s decision to support the views of Nick Timothy, the shadow justice secretary, put her on a par with Reform UK and Tommy Robinson, the far-right activist. Continue reading... Source link
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The Independent

What is Eid al-Fitr and how is it celebrated around the world?

What is Eid al-Fitr and how is it celebrated around the world?
The Muslim holy month of Ramadan is drawing to an end and Muslims around the world will soon start celebrating the holiday of Eid al-Fitr Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/eid-al-fitr-moon-sighting-2026-ramadan-ending-b2942342.html Author : Mariam Fam Publish date : 2026-03-20 06:05:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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