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• Sir Antony Jay dead aged 86

  23-08-2016 23:09 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Sir Antony Jay, co-writer of political comedies Yes Minister and Yes, Prime Minister,died on Sunday at the age of 86 after a long illness. He was educated at St Paul's School and Cambridge.
  
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• Arsenal star Kai Havertz admits Germany ‘messed up’ and calls World Cup campaign ‘a disaster’

  30-06-2026 08:27 via metro.co.uk
  
  Kai Havertz and Germany crashed out of the World Cup following a defeat against Paraguay (Credits: Avalon)Kai Havertz issued full and frank apology to fans of the German national team after an agonising penalty shootout defeat against Paraguay.
  The Arsenal striker appeared to have dug his side out of a hole when he equalised nine minutes after the restart following Julio Enciso’s first-half opener.Havertz missed a glorious headed opportunity to settle the contest before the end of the 90
  
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• Who should take England’s penalties in a World Cup shootout?

  30-06-2026 08:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  Harry Kane had a penalty saved in England’s World Cup opener, but managed to score the retake (Photo: Getty)England’s World Cup journey continues on Wednesday evening when they face DR Congo in the round of 32 in Atlanta.After three somewhat nervy group games, there is no more room for error as Thomas Tuchel’s team look to end 60 years of hurt in North America.Now that the knockouts have begun, the Three Lions must prepare for the possibility of a penalty shootout, which will
  
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• What’s a girl got to do to get a hickey these days?

  30-06-2026 08:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  Could this be the year hickeys make a comeback? (Picture: Getty/Metro)For many of us, hickeys were a teenage rite of passage.Fuelled by hormones and desire, a love bite used to be something to boast about at school.Dark purple, misshapen, and impossible to ignore, some were worn like a badge of honour, while others were concealed with a large dollop of Maybelline Matte Mousse.But somewhere along the way, I’ve noticed a distinct lack of love-bites around.It was only when a friend of mine c
  
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• The 6 best aftersun lotions and gels to soothe sunburn in the UK heatwave

  30-06-2026 08:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  Sunburn doesn’t stand a chance with these cooling, calming formulas. (Picture: Metro/Getty)
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  It’s been a sunny few days in the UK, but with a second heatwave on the way, that could be even hotter, the risk of accidental sunburn is higher than ever. You’ve probably done everything right, slathered on the sun crea
  
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• Greg Rusedski makes shock Wimbledon prediction as Novak Djokovic chases Roger Federer

  30-06-2026 07:50 via metro.co.uk
  
  Novak Djokovic is chasing Roger Federer’s Wimbledon record (Picture: Getty)Greg Rusedski has given Novak Djokovic real hope of winning Wimbledon and says he could even be ‘joint-favourite’ alongside defending champion Jannik Sinner.World number one Sinner overcame a scare in his Wimbledon opener to beat Miomir Kecmanovic in five sets.The 24-year-old Italian twice found himself a set behind but proved his class to deny Kecmanovic one of the biggest wins of his career.Sinner bea
  
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• TPG boss Joel Thickins' private fury after court shaming: What he's telling friends about media scrutiny and Rob Speedie fallout in the wake of a marriage ultimatum

  30-06-2026 07:33 via dailymail.com
  
  Thickins was contrite in court - but sources say the TPG boss is privately fuming over media scrutiny and growing increasingly frustrated as his links to Rob Speedie resurface.
  
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• Pringles brings back iconic bite-size lunchtime staple after 20 years

  30-06-2026 07:33 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Mini Pringles launched before in 2005, but the crisps were later discontinued as the popular brand was unable to maintain consistency as a result of its smaller form
  
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• Man accused of brutally stabbing transgender University of Washington student found unfit to stand trial

  30-06-2026 07:26 via dailymail.com
  
  Christopher Leahy, 31, allegedly fatally stabbed University of Washington student Juniper Blessing, 19. He was deemed unfit to stand trial.
  
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• 10,054 drivers given points last year because of their cars

  30-06-2026 07:18 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Most got three points which will stay on a licence for four years
  
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• Inside the 'hellhole' Thai jail cell where accused Aussie killer Simon Carman is being held - no bed, no air con, no food... and a chilling warning: 'No good ending for this guy'

  30-06-2026 07:17 via dailymail.com
  
  Simon Carman, 46, is accused of murdering 17-year-old Tunchanok Donhomla, known as Nong Cake, before allegedly cramming her body into a holdall and dumping it
  
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• UK packaging company used by Morrisons, Tesco and Sainsbury's plunges into liquidation

  30-06-2026 07:15 via mirror.co.uk
  
  The company, known for working with popular brands stocked at supermarkets including Morrisons, Tesco and Sainsbury's has plunged into liquidation after breaching a Company's Voluntary Arrangement
  
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• Reserve Bank's tough stance could spell bad news for Aussies over fears of another interest rate hike in August

  30-06-2026 07:09 via dailymail.com
  
  Millions of mortgage holders have been put on notice, with the Reserve Bank refusing to rule out another interest rate hike as inflation remains stubbornly high.
  
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• The ‘loveliest town in England’ is also a very underrated food destination

  30-06-2026 07:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  This picturesque market down deserves more attention than it gets (Picture: Getty Images)With rolling hills, ruined castles and fabulous food, Ludlow is one of the UK’s most underrated destinations.Nestled in an area of outstanding natural beauty in the heart of the Shropshire Hills, it is one of our culinary hotspots that, rather unfairly, rarely features on travel lists.The great English poet John Betjeman said of Ludlow that it is ‘probably the loveliest town in England’, a
  
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• Aussie drivers warned to get fuel now as prices are set to jump: What you need to know

  30-06-2026 06:37 via dailymail.com
  
  Petrol prices are set to increase when the tax on fuel rises by 16 cents per litre on Wednesday.
  
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• Monaco explosion live: Ukrainian oligarch critical as CCTV shows suspect flee scene

  30-06-2026 06:29 via mirror.co.uk
  
  A massive explosion rocked Monaco on Monday evening in what has been described as an 'attack' - a suspect is on the run after reportedly being seen dumping a backpack
  
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• Fears raised for Aussie woman, 26, missing in the United States after she failed to board her flight home: 'Severe emotional distress'

  30-06-2026 06:26 via dailymail.com
  
  Melbourne woman Sally Grace Contarino, 26, failed to board her flight home from Nevada last week.
  
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• Southern news anchor reveals she's quitting the industry to make surprising career pivot: 'Trusting in Jesus'

  30-06-2026 06:18 via dailymail.com
  
  Nashville TV reporter Sophia Petrovich has announced she is leaving journalism after six years to pursue Bible study and ministry, saying she is 'trusting Jesus' to guide her next chapter.
  
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• World Cup LIVE: Germany and Netherlands out on penalties as VAR 'scandal' leaves team stunned

  30-06-2026 06:10 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Brazil and Paraguay have become the next two teams to join Canada in the Round of 16 after both secured their passage through on Monday, leaving Japan and Germany OUT
  
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• Chilling mystery as police release extracts from 'Scorpio' author's more than 100 letters targeting MPs and public figures

  30-06-2026 06:06 via dailymail.com
  
  A mystery menace who signs his letters with the nickname of a notorious serial killer from the Dirty Harry films has sparked a major police hunt.
  
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• Trump orders gas stations to slash prices 'immediately' as he fumes over 'totally illegal' gouging - and warns of 'big problems' ahead if retailers refuse

  30-06-2026 06:00 via dailymail.com
  
  The president argued falling crude oil prices should translate into cheaper gas, renewed accusations of illegal 'gouging,' and again called on California to reduce its gasoline taxes.
  
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• 'Too fat.' 'Yes I like Asians': Truck driver Simon Carman's grubby posts come to light - as he's accused of murdering Thai teenager Tunchanok Donhomla and shoving her body in a suitcase

  30-06-2026 05:17 via dailymail.com
  
  Simon Peter Carman, 45, from south of Perth, was arrested after the body of 17-year-old Tunchanok Donhomla was found inside a black suitcase in Thailand.
  
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• Boy, 11, dies from rabies after bat landed on his face while he slept but left no visible bite as doctors issue warning

  30-06-2026 05:16 via dailymail.com
  
  The bat perched on the child's face only briefly, leaving no visible signs of a bite. However, the lack of detection would soon prove fatal, only weeks later the boy died of rabies.
  
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• Donald Trump expects UK to meet funding levels amid military spending controversy

  30-06-2026 05:09 via mirror.co.uk
  
  The White House has stated the President is not willing to budge on NATO allies such as Britain sticking to their pledge to spend 5% of economic output on defence by 2035
  
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• New motorcycle rule to begin tomorrow in NSW - and it'll cost $339 if some break it

  30-06-2026 05:08 via dailymail.com
  
  L-platers, P1 and P2 licence holders will also need to wear gloves that meet European safety standards as part of the new road rule beginning on Wednesday.
  
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• Big change to superannuation is floated for teenage workers - as Jim Chalmers considers an under-18 overhaul

  30-06-2026 05:08 via dailymail.com
  
  The Albanese government's 'Payday Super' reforms start on July 1 and will require employers to pay super contributions at the same time as wages rather than quarterly.
  
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• Your star sign’s tarot horoscope for the month of July 2026

  30-06-2026 05:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  Get ready for a new month (Picture: Getty/Metro.co.uk)July is very much a retrograde month- Mercury, Neptune and Saturn all entering or leaving their backwards cycles.
  As such, slow down. Pause and reflect. Do less and notice what you’re left doing all the more. Sometimes it’s easier to savour and enjoy a lighter load, sometimes it’s necessary.
  Venus in Virgo, from the 9th, puts us in a practical mood in our relationship realm. Love language is set to demonstrations of love, h
  
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• Unaccounted for driver is found after massive explosion shut the Hume Highway in six-truck crash that injured half a dozen people

  30-06-2026 04:45 via dailymail.com
  
  Two trucks initially collided on the Hume Highway at Breadalbane, south-west of Goulburn in NSW, just after 5am on Tuesday.
  
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• Migrants who used ECHR to dodge deportation last year 'to cost taxpayers nearly £5billion over their lifetimes'

  30-06-2026 04:41 via dailymail.com
  
  Internal Home Office analysis found the cost of granting each asylum seeker the chance to remain in the UK because of their 'right' to a family life was £141,000 over their lifetime.
  
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• CCTV of suspect fleeing released after explosion injures three in Monaco

  30-06-2026 04:40 via mirror.co.uk
  
  A man was seen fleeing on foot after a makeshift bomb exploded in Monaco, injuring three people including Ukrainian oligarch Vadim Ermolaev, with two victims in critical condition in what is believed to be a targeted attack
  
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