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• Japanese mayor sparks controversy... by taking maternity leave

  19-06-2026 12:03 via dailymail.com
  
  Shoko Kawata, the mayor of Yawata in the west of Japan , revealed in May that she would be taking eight weeks off before and after giving birth to her baby.
  
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• Playing different video game genres is so important for everyone – Reader’s Feature

  20-06-2026 03:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  Mixtape – not an online shooter (Annapurna Interactive)A reader looks back at the video games he’s played recently, and all the different things he’s done in them, and recommends variety above all in gaming.Some games have it all. Story, character, art, style, innovation, user experience, graphics, world building, online support, and last but not least you can pet the dog.Producing this smorgasbord of content, in this modern era, is an undertaking of epic proportions. A juggli
  
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• World Cup LIVE: Brazil vs Haiti updates as Scotland penalty VAR drama erupts

  20-06-2026 02:51 via mirror.co.uk
  
  The Tartan Army have been riding a wave of joy in the USA until a frustrating defeat to Morocco which featured some huge VAR drama
  
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• Henry Nowak's murderer Vickrum Digwa said to be 'cowering' in cell after being moved to 'Monster Mansion' jail where Ian Huntley was killed

  20-06-2026 02:51 via dailymail.com
  
  Vickrum Digwa, 23, was transferred from Winchester jail to HMP Frankland, Co Durham this week, a prison dubbed 'Monster Mansion' thanks to the reputations of his fellow inmates.
  
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• Revealed, how Beijing unleashed Triad gangs to wage war on Britain: Crime groups linked to Chinese Communist Party are flooding our streets with killer synthetic opioids, supplying engines for migrant boats, and even masterminding romance frauds

  20-06-2026 02:37 via dailymail.com
  
  It is known as the Frankenstein drug - a monster made in the lab and 500 times more potent than heroin. And now that drug has quickly become the newest killer on British streets...
  
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• We are watching the end of Xbox in real-time and it’s heartbreaking – Reader’s Feature

  20-06-2026 02:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  Money can’t buy you love (Myles Goode/Metro)After one of the worst weeks in its 25 year history, Xbox seems like it’s on the ropes and a reader isn’t sure they want to see what happens next.I wasn’t going to try and write anything about what’s been going on with Xbox this week, because I didn’t think I could really add to it. It’s clear Microsoft is acting its usual uncaring self towards the livelihoods of thousands, it’s clear they’re only
  
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• 'Resign in days or face a coup': Andy Burnham's allies - and some Cabinet ministers - issue dramatic threat to Sir Keir Starmer after ex-mayor sweeps Makerfield victory

  20-06-2026 01:56 via dailymail.com
  
  Labour grandees, including some Cabinet ministers, told the Prime Minister that his time was up following Mr Burnham's thumping victory in the Makerfield by-election.
  
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• Shocking video of moment Karmelo Anthony ADMITS to stabbing Austin Metcalf emerges in trove of grisly new images

  20-06-2026 01:55 via dailymail.com
  
  Anthony, 19, was sentenced last week to serve 35 years behind bars for killing Metcalf, 17, at a high school track meet in Texas last year. (Contains graphic content.)
  
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• Bedford train crash LIVE: Driver dead and multiple passengers injured after horror train smash

  20-06-2026 01:50 via mirror.co.uk
  
  A train driver has died after two trains smashed into each other between Bedford and Luton on Friday, leaving at least 89 others with injuries
  
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• ‘Terrific’ – Man Utd urged to sign World Cup star after Arsenal and Liverpool transfer interest

  20-06-2026 01:48 via metro.co.uk
  
  Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick (Picture: Getty)Manchester United have been urged to join Arsenal and Liverpool in the race to sign Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola.Barcola enjoyed another impressive season in the French capital, scoring 13 goals in all competitions as Luis Enrique’s side won Ligue 1 and the Champions League.And the 23-year-old continued his superb form in France’s opening World Cup win over Senegal, scoring his s
  
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• Labour cabinet minister welcomes Information Commissioner's resignation over 'vulgar and highly sexualised language'

  20-06-2026 01:45 via dailymail.com
  
  Labour tech secretary Liz Kendall has revealed she has seen evidence of the 'vulgar and highly sexualised language' used by Information Commissioner John Edwards.
  
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• Chilling six-word 'confession' from father who allegedly killed his disabled daughter after she wet the bed

  20-06-2026 01:43 via dailymail.com
  
  Jan Hall, 79, recalled the terrifying moment that her husband Dennis Hall allegedly confessed to killing their wheelchair bound-daughter Devin Hall, 40, on June 11.
  
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• 'Catastrophic betrayal:' Families of four dead soldiers demand answers - as regulator recommends prosecution over the fatal ADF Taipan helicopter crash

  20-06-2026 01:31 via dailymail.com
  
  The grieving families of the victims told a parliamentary inquiry of the 'incredibly hurtful' treatment they received from the military their loved ones died serving.
  
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• The Northern 'power women' who are eyeing up the top jobs after Andy Burnham's Makerfield by-election win

  20-06-2026 01:24 via dailymail.com
  
  Louise Haigh has become a key player behind Mr Burnham's return to the corridors of power, and is expected to have a major role in his top team should he take Keir Starmer's job.
  
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• Meet Andy Burnham's loyal wife - a Dutch-born high-flying marketing executive who once appeared on ITV's Blind Date

  20-06-2026 01:05 via dailymail.com
  
  Marie-France van Heel, the Dutch-born wife of Andy Burnham , is a high-flying marketing executive who has largely stayed in the background during his political career.
  
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• More than 7,000 criminals will be forced to wear special alcohol 'sobriety tags' to prevent them boozing during the World Cup

  20-06-2026 01:01 via dailymail.com
  
  The Ministry of Justice said around 7,300 criminals will be forced to wear alcohol tags at some point during the tournament.
  
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• Daily horoscope June 20, 2026: Today’s redictions for your star sign

  20-06-2026 01:01 via metro.co.uk
  
  Here’s what the stars have in store for your day (Picture: Metro.co.uk)Uranus has arrived in Gemini and it’s bringing a whole new energy. The pace of change will certainly require adaptability.Taurus, Gemini and Aries, there could be a challenge that tests your flexibility in the day ahead. Don’t be tempted to act on impulse.
  Keep things fluid today, and you will reap the rewards. Stay set in your ways, and it could be detrimental.
  Ahead, you’ll find all star signs&rsquo
  
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• Britain uses F1 technology to produce faster, lighter missiles, without US parts, so Ukraine can beat restrictions and fire them into Russian territory

  20-06-2026 01:01 via dailymail.com
  
  British missile innovators are bringing Formula 1 technology and hardware to Ukraine. Grand Prix aerodynamics and carbon composite chassis from racing cars are being used.
  
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• Gargantuan waves crash over ROOF of two-story beachfront condo causing major damage

  20-06-2026 01:00 via dailymail.com
  
  A gargantuan wave driven by powerful Pacific swells crashed over the roof of a two-story beachfront condominium complex in Hawaii, tearing away part of the rooftop.
  
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• Lakeside trauma revealed for struggling Charity in new Emmerdale spoiler video

  20-06-2026 00:59 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 PageCharity Dingle (Emma Atkins) reaches a dark place in Emmerdale soon as she becomes overwhelmed with keeping two life-changing secrets.The beloved character was sexually assaulted by Doctor Caitlin Todd (Caroline Harker) a few weeks ago. Prior to this attack taking place, Todd had discovered the truth about baby Leyla’s parentage and was blackmailing Ch
  
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• 'I want a big state Britain': Andy Burnham echoes Corbyn as he vows to nationalise utilities if he takes Starmer's place in No. 10

  20-06-2026 00:59 via dailymail.com
  
  The new MP for Makerfield reeled off a list of policies that were light on detail but could force taxation and spending even higher.
  
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• Inside the Cambridgeshire zoo horror: A piercing wail no one will ever forget - and the fearless grandmother who leapt into crocodile pit to haul toddler to safety

  20-06-2026 00:49 via dailymail.com
  
  Beyond the occasional shriek from a pointing child, the crocodile enclosure at Johnsons Zoo is normally a place of calm.
  
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• Andy Burnham's loyal Dutch-born wife who has starred on ITV show Blind Date

  20-06-2026 00:47 via dailymail.com
  
  Marie-France van Heel, the Dutch-born wife of Andy Burnham , is a high-flying marketing executive who has largely stayed in the background during his political career.
  
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• M25 traffic RECAP: Two hour traffic jams after horror coach fire

  20-06-2026 00:27 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Emergency services were called to a coach fire on the anticlockwise carriageway of the M25 this afternoon between J9 and Leatherhead and J8 at Redhill with eight-mile queues and delays of an hour
  
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• Liverpool shooting RECAP: Shots fired at cafe as police hunt gunmen

  20-06-2026 00:23 via mirror.co.uk
  
  A large police corden was in place after reports of shots being fired near the city centre
  
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• Police launch manhunt after four-year-old boy was abducted in front of his mother while playing in park

  20-06-2026 00:05 via dailymail.com
  
  A four-year-old boy vanished for several minutes as he played in Haden Hill Park, Cradley Heath. West Midlands, just metres away from his mother, on Thursday afternoon.
  
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• World Cup LIVE: Scotland behind early vs Morocco as Gary Lineker's ITV deal revealed

  20-06-2026 00:01 via mirror.co.uk
  
  The Tartan Army's high spirits have not been knocked after more than a week of partying in Boston, even as a potentially difficult match against Morocco looms this evening
  
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• Edinburgh Airport evacuated after ‘potentially suspicious package’ found

  20-06-2026 00:01 via metro.co.uk
  
  A section of Edinburgh Airport is in a lockdown while the bomb squad inspect a package (Picture: Bloomberg via Getty Images)Thousands of passengers have been caught in disruption after a potentially suspicious item forced planes to divert at Edinburgh Airport.Holidaymakers face disruption at the Scottish airport today after the suspect item sparked an evacuation.
  Some flights are said to have been diverted to land at other nearby airports like Glasgow, while planes are also taking off from diff
  
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• Labour stole our 'Starmer out' message, says Nigel Farage as he urges voters to ditch support for rivals Restore

  20-06-2026 00:00 via dailymail.com
  
  The Reform leader said he was 'disappointed' as local plumber Robert Kenyon picked up 16,000 votes - 2,000 short of predictions.
  
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• Greens target race for Greater Manchester mayor amid two-horse race against Reform

  20-06-2026 00:00 via dailymail.com
  
  After the Greens held their fire in Makerfield, they have vowed to 'throw the kitchen sink' at the mayoral election and Mr Polanski will announce his candidate for the contest.
  
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