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Police say suspect, who later died in gas explosion, was former partner of teenager’s mother ...

The ECB is unlikely to commission any formal inquiries after England’s loss in Ashes series, having lost control of the sport’s governance and operations ...

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As pubs nationwide buckle under soaring costs, one Argyll village spent three years buying and restoring theirs – and has ambitious plans for the future ...

Instead of seeing etiquette as a set of categorical rules, we should recognise that poor form can actually have good consequences, says writer Rachel Connolly ...

Witnesses quoted on Russian television said an explosion occurred around 1.30am on Wednesday ...

Richard Fishacre used his knowledge of light and colour to argue against ‘fifth element’ theories of the day ...

Going into 2026, the economy has little forward momentum and things may get worse before they get better, says Guardian columnist Larry Elliott ...

Life goes on in a vibrant Greater Manchester neighbourhood after a plan for an attack was thwarted ...

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NSW premier says it is up to police commissioner to activate protest ban while PM announces special honours list for Bondi acts of bravery ...