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Tories make bids and take sides as leadership contest gathers pace
Former equalities minister Kemi Badenoch is the latest to throw her hat into the ring.
By Amy Gibbons
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Ukrainian soldiers arrive in UK to be trained up by British forces
The first cohort in the UK-led military programme have now landed in the UK.
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Sopranos cast lead tributes to ‘truly irreplaceable’ Tony Sirico
The actor, known for his portrayal of Paulie ‘Walnuts’ Gualtieri, died at an assisted living facility in Florida on Friday, aged 79.
By Mike Bedigan
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What the papers say – July 9
Saturday’s papers are focused on the Tory leadership contest gathering pace.
By Pa Reporter
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Royal Air Force sends fighter jets to Finland and Sweden for joint training
The RAF said it was requested by the host nations as they progress applications to join Nato.
By Meg Hill
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Hollywood mourns the loss of three gangster greats: Sirico, Caan and Liotta
Those paying tribute joked that the trio, known for their appearances in mobster classics, would now be having ‘a sit down up in Heaven’.
By Mike Bedigan
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Kemi Badenoch launches leadership bid with promise for ‘limited government’
The MP for Saffron Walden said Boris Johnson was ‘a symptom of the problems we face, not the cause of them’.
By Meg Hill
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Sopranos actor Tony Sirico dies age 79
The actor, who appeared in all six seasons of The Sopranos alongside James Gandolfini, died on Friday morning, his family said.
By Mike Bedigan
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Amber Heard steps up call for retrial with claims of ‘improper juror service’
In documents filed on Friday, the Aquaman star’s legal team said a mistrial ought to be declared.
By Mike Bedigan
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Irish president laments ‘appalling’ murder of ex-Japanese PM Shinzo Abe
Michael D Higgins told Japan’s emperor that the Irish people ‘share your sorrow and offer solidarity with you and the citizens of Japan’.
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‘Bring on next year’: Fans say Norrie ‘should be proud’ after semi-final defeat
The British number one, who had never previously been past the third round of a grand slam, lost to top seed Novak Djokovic on Centre Court.
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Heat-health alert issued as temperatures climb across UK
The temperature reached 28.5C in St James’ Park, London, on Friday, which made the capital hotter than Los Angeles and Santorini.
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Man jailed for 41 years after ‘unprovoked’ murder of mother-of-two at bus stop
James Sinclair was previously found guilty of the murder of Shadika Patel and the attempted murder of a 48-year-old woman.
By Pa Reporter
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Tory MP ‘who asked alleged Pincher victim if he was gay’ made a minister
Sarah Dines was said to have told the accuser his case was not ‘straightforward’ based on his sexuality.
By Amy Gibbons
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‘An inquest date would give us hope’ – brother of girl shot dead in 1972
Harry Gargan’s sister Margaret was one of five shot dead at Springhill in west Belfast on July 9 1972.
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Temperatures soar as long heatwave possible for parts of UK
The Met Office expects many UK counties in the South West, including Devon, Dorset and parts of Wiltshire, to have marked the first day of a heatwave.
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The key Government Bills set to remain unpassed after PM’s exit
The future of some legislation will be uncertain when the new Conservative leader takes over.
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Sir Mark Rowley named next Metropolitan Police Commissioner
The news comes less than two weeks after the force was put into special measures by the police watchdog.
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Wimbledon security ‘threaten to call police’ on Where Is Peng Shuai? protesters
Two protesters arrived at the south London championship on Friday to raise awareness for the Chinese tennis player.
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Covid-19: UK infections are up but does it matter?
The rate of admissions to intensive care units (ICU) in England for those with Covid has risen for the second week in a row.
By Jane Kirby
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Covid variants behind rise in infections across the UK
The number of people in hospital in England who have tested positive for Covid-19 stood at 11,878 on July 7, up 33% week on week.
By Jane Kirby
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Rishi Sunak enters battle to be next Tory leader
The former chancellor said he will restore trust following Boris Johnson’s premiership.
By Gavin Cordon
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Why are Ryanair strikes happening and how could they affect flights?
Flight chaos is set to continue with more strikes ahead
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When is Eid al-Adha in 2022? Meaning behind it and how it’s celebrated
Eid al-Adha is the second and biggest of the two main holidays celebrated in Islam
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When could Royal mail workers go on strike? 2,400 managers to walk out
Industrial action is planned over “further attacks on jobs and pay.”
By Seren Morris
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Who is Nelson Piquet and what has he said about Lewis Hamilton?
The shocking comments Piquet made on a podcast recently resurfaced
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All the cancelled BA flights in July from London Heathrow and Gatwick
The airline has cancelled hundreds of flights in July
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How to find out if your travel insurance covers airport strike delays
Many people won’t be covered by their travel insurance for airport strike flight cancellations
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Why are criminal barristers going on strike?
Everything you need to know about the criminal barristers strike
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When will the next heatwave hit the UK with highs of 30C?
Next month is set to bring more scorching temperatures
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When does the national insurance threshold increase?
The increase in the threshold will benefit around 30 million people, according to the HM Treasury
By Seren Morris
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Will there be more tube strikes? Workers vote for industrial action
How likely are we to see more strike action this summer?
By Seren Morris
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What to do if your flight is delayed? Your options explained
Everything you need to know if your flight is delayed or cancelled
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The last day to spend the old £20 note—and what happens afterwards
The old paper £20 and £50 notes won’t be legal tender for much longer.
By Seren Morris
Business
What households can do to ease pressure of inflation surge
Here’s how households can beat the surge in inflation, which has hit a 40 year high
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Travel chaos: What help are you entitled to if you get stuck abroad?
Find out what you can do if your flight home is delayed or cancelled.
By Seren Morris
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Women’s EURO 2022 fan festival hosted in London’s Trafalgar Square
Trafalgar Square will host a live screening of the tournament final
By Seren Morris
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Who is eligible for Cost of Living payment and when will it arrive?
When people will get first half of £650 Cost of Living payment and who is eligible
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Why are petrol prices rising? What’s the cost, and will it reduce?
Petrol and diesel prices are on the increase: here’s why