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• Furious villagers tie up phone engineer over poor 5G signal

  13-09-2026 22:36 via metro.co.uk
  
  Villagers tied up the poor engineer (Picture: X)A village outraged at poor 5G connectivity allegedly tied up a technician sent to fix the signal issues.The worker, named locally as Aditya Bhan Singh, was tied and bound with cables to a mobile tower in the village of Hardauli in Uttar Pradesh’s Fatehpur.Police described the dispute as related to connectivity issues, with villagers having to make do with unstable 4G despite paying for 5G for over two years.Locals were angry that not enough
  
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• Lucy Letby hospital could have saved babies if action was taken sooner, inquiry finds

  15-09-2026 14:00 via metro.co.uk
  To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a webbrowser thatsupports HTML5 video Up Next Previous Page Next PageSome of the babies murdered by Lucy Letby could have been saved if hospital bosses stepped in earlier, an inquiry into the serial killer’s crimes has concluded.There was a ‘complete failure to protect babies on the neonatal unit’ at the Countess of Chester Hospital, Lady Justice Thirlwall said.Parents were ‘kept in the dark for years
  
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• Wolverine dev is ‘cooking hard’ on fixes after viral fart gas complaints

  15-09-2026 13:58 via metro.co.uk
  Wolverine isn’t as highly rated as Insomniac’s Spider-Man games (Sony)As PlayStation 5 owners get their hands on the new Wolverine game, developer Insomniac promises to address the frosty feedback it’s received.Insomniac’s Wolverine game only launched today so it’s far too early to tell how it’s doing sales-wise, but its critical reception hasn’t been as glowing as most of Sony’s past exclusives.In fact, it’s one of Sony’s lowest rated
  
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• The best place in the UK to buy a house if you want a garden

  15-09-2026 13:58 via metro.co.uk
  A new study has looked at things like cost per square metre and soil quality (Picture: Getty Images)If you do have the budget, a garden can be an absolute game-changer.
  A place to enjoy a bit of peace and quiet, somewhere to host barbecues and family meals, or even just try your hand at gardening.With that in mind, new research has identified the best places in the UK to buy a home with outdoor space — and, naturally, the top spot is right in the middle of the countryside, in North Norfol
  
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• ‘Floaters’ are ruining UK swimming pools for everyone — but it’s not what you think

  15-09-2026 13:55 via metro.co.uk
  There’s one swimming pool behaviour that’s ruining everything (Picture: Getty Images)Plonking myself into the pool at my local leisure centre last week, I was ready for my lane swim.I’d deliberately booked the slow section, as I’m not looking to smash any PBs.
  But before I could kick off and get going, I realised there was an obstacle in my way: swimmers who had decided that instead of swimming, they would just stand there.Known on swimmer forums as ‘floaters&rsquo
  
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• Brad Pitt and girlfriend Ines de Ramon almost had awkward run-in with her ex

  15-09-2026 13:54 via metro.co.uk
  Brad Pitt and his girlfriend Ines de Ramon packed on the PDA over the weekend (Picture: AFP via Getty Images)Brad Pitt, 62, and his girlfriend, Ines de Ramon, 33, came scathingly close to bumping into the latter’s ex-husband at the weekend.The celebrity couple of around four years, were spotted at the US Open in New York City on Sunday, and were seen chatting in hushed tones.At one point during the Men’s Final, Brad and Ines were also photographed cuddling, with the Oscar winner pla
  
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• Lucy Letby - latest: Two babies murdered by killer nurse could have been saved

  15-09-2026 13:50 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Serial killer Letby, 36, was convicted of killing seven babies and attempting to murder seven more, with two attempts on one of those victims
  
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• Three babies murdered by Lucy Letby could have been saved if NHS managers acted sooner but there was 'complete failure' on neonatal unit, inquiry finds

  15-09-2026 13:45 via dailymail.com
  
  Lady Justice Thirlwall, who oversaw the hearings into the former neo-natal nurse's crimes, said there had been a 'complete failure' to protect babies at the Countess of Chester Hospital.
  
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• Pete Hegseth gets thrown lifeline from Trump's MAGA fans amid impeachment threats… but he may not be able to escape impending doom

  15-09-2026 13:44 via dailymail.com
  
  Trump supporters at the GOP midterm convention in Dallas have brushed off Democratic calls to impeach Secretary of War Pete Hegseth.
  
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• 'Ocean on our doorstep is crammed with tropical coral, sharks and giant whales'

  15-09-2026 13:43 via mirror.co.uk
  
  A groundbreaking new documentary is set to reveal the vibrant, unexpected wildlife of the North Sea, showing how this vital ecosystem can bounce back if given room to recover.
  
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• BBC expert highlights major Royal Mail change for all UK households ‘now in force’

  15-09-2026 13:43 via mirror.co.uk
  
  More than half of homes being hit - with the rest joining in the next 2 months - as expert explains 'dodges' to avoid problem
  
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• Drunk woman who almost crushed man's head after flipping car outside pub is spared jail

  15-09-2026 13:41 via mirror.co.uk
  
  WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT Sharon Gall, 32, was caught on camera reversing her red VW Golf at speed outside the Cock Inn in Bartley Green, Birmingham, where she narrowly avoided crushing a bystander's head
  
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• M&S is launching bakery ‘surprise bags’ for just £3.80 at 350 stores

  15-09-2026 13:39 via metro.co.uk
  
  Calling all M&S bakery fans! (Picture: TOLGA AKMEN/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock)It’s no secret that the Marks & Spencer bakery section has Brits in a bit of a chokehold.And if you’re a devout worshipper of the cookies or sourdough loaves, we’ve got good news. Your favourite treats are about to get cheaper, as the retailer has announced a brand new partnership with Too Good To Go.M&S Food is launching ‘surprise bags’ on the popular app, allowing customers t
  
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• Oasis fans shouldn’t give up on Glastonbury 2027 headline slot just yet

  15-09-2026 13:38 via metro.co.uk
  
  Liam and Noel Gallagher are once again reuniting for a global tour in 2027 (Picture: David Fisher/Shutterstock)Following Oasis’ newly announced tour for 2027, it’s easy to forget just how far we have come.Liam and Noel Gallagher sent fans into dreamland in 2024 after originally announcing the Oasis reunion before their unforgettable tour last year.But, following the release of their upcoming tour dates for next year, many fans started to realise how unlikely it will be for Oasis to
  
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• Not the cost of living or defence then? Andy Burnham's first Bill will give Catholic PMs a role in appointing CoE bishops

  15-09-2026 13:38 via dailymail.com
  
  The Church Appointments (Repeal of Discriminatory Provision) Bill aims to remove 'archaic' legislation from the 19th century.
  
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• Melania Trump sharply distances herself from Russian oligarch who bankrolled Don Jr and Bettina's wedding party

  15-09-2026 13:33 via dailymail.com
  
  First Lady Melania Trump is responding to reports that a Russian oligarch accused of facilitating the abduction of Ukrainian children helped pay for Donald Trump Jr's lavish wedding party.
  
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• ‘Masterpiece’ British horror film coming back to cinemas with footage missing for 60 years

  15-09-2026 13:31 via metro.co.uk
  
  Christopher Lee’s iconic performance of Dracula in the 1958 film of the same name changed the vampire subgenre forever (Picture: Hammer Films)A classic horror film that revolutionised the genre is coming back to cinemas with footage that has been missing for more than 60 years.Based on Bram Stoker’s gothic novel of the same name, Hammer Films’ Dracula changed the face of vampire films as we know it, introducing vibrant, red-coloured blood, a more vicious central monster, and s
  
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• Lucy Letby - latest: Inquiry finds 'some babies' nurse murdered could have been saved

  15-09-2026 13:31 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Serial killer Letby, 36, was convicted of killing seven babies and attempting to murder seven more, with two attempts on one of those victims
  
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• Lucy Letby inquiry 7 bombshells - 'babies could have been saved' as heartbreaking missed chances revealed

  15-09-2026 13:30 via mirror.co.uk
  
  The Lucy Letby Inquiry found there was a "complete failure to protect babies" at the Countess of Chester Hospital, where the serial killer murdered seven babies, and attempted to murder seven more
  
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• Major update on hunt for missing mum-of-two who vanished in broad daylight on Sydney street - as her distraught parents offer cash for even the smallest clue

  15-09-2026 13:27 via dailymail.com
  
  Missing woman Katie Walker's family are offering a $5,000 reward for information on her whereabouts, or the return of her phone or clothing.
  
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• Primark’s new Major Find has just dropped, and this £14 co-ord is at the top of our shopping list

  15-09-2026 13:26 via metro.co.uk
  
  We might have to get every colour there is for that price! (Picture: Metro/Primark/Getty)
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  Autumn has arrived, but if your wardrobe is in need of a ‘zhuzh’, Primark has just dropped a new Major Find that’s perfect for the new season (and won’t damage your bank balance!).Bringing the anticipation back into findi
  
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• Huge shipping container carrying 7,000 electric cars docks in UK as vehicles take over town

  15-09-2026 13:18 via mirror.co.uk
  
  The 219-metre BYD Xi'an - named after the historic city of Xi'an in China's Shaanxi province - arrived at Royal Portbury Dock near Bristol on Monday
  
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• Stephen Hendry offers advice to snooker prospect: ‘That was completely the wrong thing to say’

  15-09-2026 13:14 via metro.co.uk
  
  Stephen Hendry has advice from personal experience (Picture: PA)Stephen Hendry has urged top British prospect Stan Moody to keep his cool against different styles of play, remembering how he got frustrated in his early days as a professional.Moody only turned 20 this week but has already made great strides in the game, currently ranked number 39 in the world.That impressive ranking was helped by a quarter-final run at the recent British Open, where he beat Zhang Anda in a decider and then legen
  
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• Sister of killer taxi driver's dismembered victim blasts freedom bid

  15-09-2026 13:13 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Martin Bell is up for parole after murdering Gemma Simpson, 23, with a hammer and stabbing her in May 2000 before dismembering and burying her body and escaping justice for 14 years
  
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• Important omeprazole 'early morning' message to anyone taking it for acid reflux

  15-09-2026 13:10 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Timing plays an important part in how well the medication can work for you, ease symptoms, and prevent potential side effects
  
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• 'Gutted' Brits admit they never thanked mentors who inspired their dream careers

  15-09-2026 13:10 via mirror.co.uk
  
  A third of adults say the person who encouraged them has no idea how much of a difference they made – as search launches for the Sky Arts Hero 2026.
  
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• Brit boy, 3, boy can name and identify all the world's country flags as well as all 50 US states

  15-09-2026 13:05 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Reggie Ellis, from Ipswich, has 217 flags memorised - from countries around the world to the flags of the 50 US states - with Uzbekistan, Hawaii and Guatemala his favourites
  
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• Migrants to get high-vis vests so they don't get knocked down walking 'death trap' roads in Piddington as residents go to polls to stop new camp opening

  15-09-2026 13:04 via dailymail.com
  
  The quaint village's 350 residents organised today's vote after the Government ignored their pleas against moving more than 1,200 male migrants into the nearby Bicester military camp.
  
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• Lidl £7 gadget with ‘modern design’ similar to £12 IKEA and £41 B&Q

  15-09-2026 13:04 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Lidl is selling a gadget that can bring light to spaces that looks all too similar to products on sale at IKEA and B&Q
  
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• Chinese car dealership sparks parking war with locals in town after its stock overflows into the street

  15-09-2026 13:04 via dailymail.com
  
  Residents living near the Omoda and Jaecoo dealership on Lower High Street in Watford say the constant stream of new cars is causing chaos and dangerous conditions.
  
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