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• Phil Spencer answers five key questions for anyone considering shared ownership

  22-09-2026 14:36 via metro.co.uk
  
  Ever thought about getting on the ladder through shared ownership? (Picture: Getty/Shutterstock)According to the latest ONS figures, the average home in the UK now costs an eye-watering £293,000.And with the cost of renting so high, many young people, who might otherwise have been homeowners, simply can’t afford to top up their savings pot.
  Against that backdrop, shared ownership offers an alternative route into homeownership, allowing wannabe homeowners to pay down a smaller deposi
  
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• Retired teacher, 81, scores common sense victory over council 3 years after it blocked her garden gate - only for it to drop more 'concrete Lego blocks' outside her home

  22-09-2026 17:25 via dailymail.com
  
  Helene Ball accused the council of pettiness after it put the 2ft blocks along a narrow wall near her home following her legal victory.
  
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• Andy Burnham meets Trump: US President says he wants to rename artificial intelligence

  22-09-2026 17:21 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Donald Trump, the US leader, is expected to meet hold crunch talks with Andy Burnham today, which will follow a rambling address to the UN Assembly in New York City
  
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• US F-16 fighter jet crashes near Nato air base in Germany

  22-09-2026 17:20 via dailymail.com
  
  A US F-16 fighter jet has today crashed at a Nato base in Germany. 
  
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• ‘Putney Pusher’ suspect found dead by family after failing to turn up for meal

  22-09-2026 17:18 via metro.co.uk
  
  Nicholas Brandram, whose family have insisted he was not the so-called ‘Putney pusher’ (Picture: Family Handout/PA Wire)A war veteran arrested on suspicion of being the ‘Putney pusher’ was found dead at his home by his brother-in-law, an inquest has heard.Nicholas Brandram, 44, was arrested in June in connection with an incident on Putney Bridge in which a jogger shoved a woman headfirst into the path of an oncoming bus on May 5, 2017.The former banker was found unrespon
  
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• 'Terror attack' on Jewish people in Manchester thwarted by police as two arrested

  22-09-2026 17:16 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Counter terrorism police from London’s Met force swooped on on Newton Street in Manchester on Sunday, arresting two men on suspicion of terrorism
  
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• Five men charged over driving a HEARSE onto football pitch while wearing masks three years ago - after stunt caused non-league match to be abandoned

  22-09-2026 17:10 via dailymail.com
  
  Police launched an investigation after a pre-season friendly between local rival football clubs Dunston and Gateshead in July 2023, with the match called off at half-time.
  
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• Dystopian moment driverless Waymo car decides to drive THROUGH upscale Colorado farmers' market

  22-09-2026 17:10 via dailymail.com
  
  The driverless vehicle made its way through the upscale South Pearl Street Farmers Market on Sunday, shortly after vendors began setting up their stalls.
  
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• I suffered years of abuse at the hands of my paedophile uncle before he was finally jailed. On his release, I was shocked at what the state allowed to happen...

  22-09-2026 17:09 via dailymail.com
  
  Sonya Stokes was abused and raped repeatedly between the ages of seven and 11. She was once the child who had 'no voice'. Now she's using hers to affect real change.
  
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• Rehana Parvin's body was found buried in a Bangladeshi village - her Aussie husband is now accused of bribing officials to remove him from the investigation into her suspicious death

  22-09-2026 17:06 via dailymail.com
  
  Awlad Hossain was arrested in Ipswich on Tuesday for allegedly attempting to bride Bangladeshi police investigating the death of his wife, Rehana Parvin.
  
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• Liverpool players ‘stopped caring about football’ after Diogo Jota death, admits Andy Robertson

  22-09-2026 17:06 via metro.co.uk
  
  Jota and his brother were killed in a car crash in 2025 (Picture: Liverpool FC/Liverpool FC via Getty Images)Andy Robertson has admitted Liverpool ‘lost their edge’ as they struggled to cope with the loss of teammate Diogo Jota.The Portugal international and his brother Andre Silva were killed in a car crash in July 2025 as they travelled from Spain to return to England for pre-season training.The forward had celebrated winning the Premier League title just two months before his tra
  
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• Iranian woman, 23, facing execution for taking part in mass protests 'issues desperate appeal for help in voice message from her jail cell'

  22-09-2026 17:03 via dailymail.com
  
  An Iranian woman who faces execution for participating in anti-regime protests has begged for help from inside her prison cell. 
  
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• 'I had a go at the World Town Crier Tournament in Chester and it was terrifying'

  22-09-2026 17:02 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Chester is hosting the world's best town criers this week as they compete for the crown. Invited to join the elite crew for the first day of the event, Hannah Britt had a go... with limited success.
  
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• 'Putney pusher’ suspect found dead at home after missing family meal, inquest hears

  22-09-2026 17:01 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Nicholas Brandram, 44, was arrested in June in connection with an incident on Putney Bridge in which a jogger shoved a woman headfirst into the path of an oncoming bus
  
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• The best men’s jeans for autumn, from classic Levi’s 501s to baggy fits

  22-09-2026 17:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  So long skinny jeans… (Picture: Metro/Getty)
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  The countdown to autumn is almost over. As temperatures start to dip and the days grow shorter, it’s finally time to retire the shorts and linen trousers in favour of something a little more substantial, namely denim.While summer had us reaching for lightweight staples, autumn
  
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• Trump scolds world leaders face-to-face in explosive speech at the UN saying only HE 'acted' to confront Iran threat

  22-09-2026 16:57 via dailymail.com
  
  Speaking to world leaders assembled in Manhattan for the UN General Assembly meeting, President Donald Trump argued the nobility of his Iran war while condemning other global conflicts.
  
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• Rehana Parvin's body was found buried in a Bangladeshi village - her Aussie husband is accused of bribing local officials to remove him from the suspicious death investigation

  22-09-2026 16:57 via dailymail.com
  
  Awlad Hossain was arrested in Ipswich on Tuesday for allegedly attempting to bride Bangladeshi police investigating the death of his wife, Rehana Parvin.
  
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• Ex-IRA soldier threatened to shoot Kemi Badenoch dead in series of racist emails which left Tory party leader and her husband 'very upset', court told

  22-09-2026 16:56 via dailymail.com
  
  Kieran Kyle, 43, from Guildford, pleaded guilty to sending Kemi Badenoch offensive messages at Westminster Magistrates' Court today.
  
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• Lib Dems are split on why nobody’s talking about them – and whether it matters

  22-09-2026 16:54 via metro.co.uk
  
  Sir Ed Davey headed to the south coast with his legion of Lib Dems for their conference (Picture: Stefan Rousseau/PA Wire)If blokes spend a surprising amount of time thinking about the Roman Empire, how often does anyone think about the Liberal Democrats?At a time when Westminster drama can loom large over daily life, with fierce arguments over the future of the UK, the truth appears to be… not much.Of course, that doesn’t apply to the people at the party conference over the past f
  
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• Bruno Fernandes becoming a concern, reckons former Man Utd defender

  22-09-2026 16:54 via metro.co.uk
  
  Bruno Fernandes has not been at his best so far this season (Picture: REUTERS)Among Manchester United’s concerns during a difficult start to the season is a ‘flat’ Bruno Fernandes, according to former Red Devils defender Phil Bardsley.Michael Carrick’s team has not hit form so far this campaign, winning just one of their first five Premier League games as they downed newly-promoted Ipswich Town.Manchester United have already been beaten by Hull City and 10-man Manchester
  
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• Banker, 44, accused of being 'Putney Pusher' suspect was found dead at home after failing to turn up for family dinner, inquest hears

  22-09-2026 16:54 via dailymail.com
  
  Nicholas Brandram, 44, was arrested in June in connection with an incident on Putney Bridge in which a jogger shoved a woman headfirst into the path of an oncoming bus on May 5, 2017.
  
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• Lionel Richie, 77, hospitalised for third time due to ongoing heart issues

  22-09-2026 16:53 via metro.co.uk
  
  Lionel Richie has been hospitalised for a third time (Picture: Robert Bell/INSTARimages)Lionel Richie has been hospitalised again as he continues to face heart issues.The All Night Long singer, 77, is said to be receiving treatment for atrial fibrillation, an irregular heartbeat.As reported by TMZ, Richie is being treated with an AFib ablation, which is not considered a major procedure and is minimally invasive.Consequently, Richie has had to cancel the next three dates on his tour with Earth,
  
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• Kylian Mbappe reveals ‘wonderful’ Premier League club his mum wanted him to join

  22-09-2026 16:53 via metro.co.uk
  
  Mbappe’s mum ‘fell in love’Titone/SOPA Images/Shutterstock)Kylian Mbappe has revealed how close he was to joining Liverpool in 2017 after his mum encouraged him to join Jurgen Klopp’s side at Anfield.The France international was the most sought-after young talent in world football after his remarkable breakout season at Monaco.In 2017, Paris Saint-Germain signed him on an initial season-long loan deal with the move made permanent a year later for a colossal €180mill
  
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• Andy Burnham meets Trump: Watch live as US President tells UN 'we are settling unfinished business'

  22-09-2026 16:52 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Donald Trump is addressing the UN Assembly in New York City — a tumultuous moment for the world — and he will hold talks with Andy Burnham after this event today
  
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• Martha's Rule A&E roll-out explained - how to use it and why it exists after teen tragedy

  22-09-2026 16:46 via mirror.co.uk
  
  A huge change to A&E units across England is coming into force, with families, patients and NHS healthcare staff now gaining the right to a second opinion
  
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• Dolly Parton’s best friend reveals her ‘haunting voice in my head’ as he continues legacy

  22-09-2026 16:45 via metro.co.uk
  
  When Dolly Parton died, Jeff Conyers lost both a dear friend and his mentor – but she’s still guiding him (Picture: Imagination Library/Jeff Conyers)‘Hey, look! Don’t spend too much time crying over me; you need to get back to work.’Those are the words Dolly Parton’s right-hand man hears her saying as he continues her philanthropic endeavours following the country music icon’s death.When Dolly died on August 25, what followed was a global, unprecedented
  
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• Dolly Parton’s best friend hears her ‘haunting voice in my head’ as he continues legacy

  22-09-2026 16:45 via metro.co.uk
  
  When Dolly Parton died, Jeff Conyers lost both a dear friend and his mentor – but she’s still guiding him (Picture: Imagination Library/Jeff Conyers)‘Hey, look! Don’t spend too much time crying over me; you need to get back to work.’Those are the words Dolly Parton’s right-hand man hears her saying as he continues her philanthropic endeavours following the country music icon’s death.When Dolly died on August 25, what followed was a global, unprecedented
  
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• Missing Junior Olympic champion, 15, returns home only to shoot himself dead moments later... with stepdad critically injured after trying to save him

  22-09-2026 16:42 via dailymail.com
  
  Jesse Balderrama, a promising 15-year-old boxer, was reported missing at midnight last Sunday in San Antonio, Texas.
  
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• 5 signs you’re being underpaid compared to other workers your age

  22-09-2026 16:39 via metro.co.uk
  
  Being underpaid is never a nice feeling (Picture: Shutterstock / Pheelings media)There’s nothing quite as demoralising as scrolling through LinkedIn only to spot a role identical to your own, offering a salary much higher.The situation is made even worse when you know you’re working harder than ever, but your income hasn’t budged.Recent ONS figures showed that UK wage growth slowed to 3.8% in the three months to January 2026, its lowest level in more than five years.
  Between w
  
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• Dad of four children killed by mum and grandma says what they endured is ‘sickening’

  22-09-2026 16:37 via metro.co.uk
  
  The four children were found dead alongside their mother Sarah Myers and grandmother Amy Steadman in JuneThe father of four children who were killed by their mother and grandmother in a horrific murder-suicide has said that their suffering prior to death was ‘unimaginable’ — and it was ‘sickening’ to know what they went through.Harper Harmon, 13, Hudson Harmon, 11, and 10-year-olds Gavin Harmon and Gracelynn Harmon, were found dead at a home in Mechanicville,
  
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