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• UK three-hour power supply warning on Wednesday as temperatures hit 40C

  24-06-2026 10:31 via mirror.co.uk
  
  The National Energy System Operator has issued a rare electricity supply warning as the UK faces extreme heatwave conditions
  
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• Trump's top general WALKS OUT of Pentagon as Hegseth moves to gut his command in sweeping purge

  24-06-2026 14:11 via dailymail.com
  
  General Chris Donahue, 56, will step down as head of US Army operations in Europe and Africa, with his retirement expected to be announced as soon as Wednesday.
  
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• Next PM: Starmer faces fiery PMQs as Badenoch dismisses Burnham as 'pair of eyelashes and black T-shirt'

  24-06-2026 14:05 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Keir Starmer has been met with a lively Commons today as Kemi Badenoch dismissed Andy Burnham as a "pair of eyelashes in a t-shirt" during the outgoing leader's first PMQs since his resignation speech
  
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• The best lesser-known Spanish destinations tourists often miss

  24-06-2026 14:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  Cudillero in northern Spain has beautiful scenery and hardly any tourists (Picture: Getty Images)Spain’s battle against overtourism has been making headlines for years, as cities and towns struggle to balance between catering to visitors and protecting local communities.In recent summers, residents of Barcelona used water guns to deter rowdy tourists, while in Madrid locals protested over rising rent, which many attribute to mass tourism and the spread of short-term holiday lets. Rul
  
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• Star Fox review – roll out the barrel on Nintendo Switch 2

  24-06-2026 14:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  Star Fox – a remake with the right stuff (Nintendo)The best Star Fox game, from the glory days of the N64, is remade on Switch 2, and Nintendo’s mammalian mercenaries have never looked better.Although many seemingly inexplicable Nintendo decisions do make more sense in hindsight, their scheduling plans for the Switch 2 are currently impossible to decipher. Is the fact that they have two N64 remakes coming out in quick succession a coincidence or is it a purposeful nostalgia grab aim
  
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• Iran peace talks branded a 'train wreck' as both sides issue conflicting statements

  24-06-2026 14:00 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Israel says peace talks on Lebanon - unseperable from negotiations between Iran and the US - are a "train wreck" - and that comes from one of Tel Aviv's most senior ambassadors to America
  
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• M25 live: Hour-long delays in blistering heat as air ambulance called to crash

  24-06-2026 13:59 via mirror.co.uk
  
  A massive crash involving multiple vehicles has closed the M25 near Junction 6 with long delays of more than an hour building in scorching heatwave conditions
  
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• Transfer news LIVE: Julian Alvarez row turns ugly, Morgan Rogers to Arsenal, Man Utd updates

  24-06-2026 13:55 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Latest transfer news and rumours from around the Premier League, as well as the top European leagues with updates on Julian Alvarez, Morgan Rogers, Sandro Tonali, and more
  
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• 'Rule of six' surgeon says to follow during UK heatwave

  24-06-2026 13:54 via mirror.co.uk
  
  As the UK experiences a heatwave, joint preservation specialist Professor Paul Lee is warning that dehydration poses a hidden danger
  
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• Should Brits be expected to work during heatwaves? Take our poll and have your say

  24-06-2026 13:53 via mirror.co.uk
  
  The Climate Change Committee has urged the government to introduce maximum working temperature laws in the UK, as heatwave conditions grip Britain with temperatures set to soar
  
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• Doctor's solution stops chafing and heat rash as he says 'use this cream'

  24-06-2026 13:52 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Anyone struggling in the heat with common skin issues can find relief with a doctor's skincare solution
  
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• Apples and kiwis recalled from major supermarkets over salmonella fears

  24-06-2026 13:48 via metro.co.uk
  
  Salmonella was detected in the apples and kiwisShoppers have been warned not to eat apple and kiwi packs sold at six British retailers due to the risk of Salmonella.As many as 13 fruit pot products sold at Tesco, Sainsbury’s, M&S, Waitrose, Morrisons and ASDA have all been recalled.Salmonella was identified in the apple and kiwi in the packs, which are distributed by Prepworld.
  Anyone who has bought the pots has been advised not to eat them and return the
  
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• Neighbours' fury as single mother is allowed to set up Thai massage parlour on new estate after insisting she offers 'no sexual or inappropriate services'

  24-06-2026 13:45 via dailymail.com
  
  Furious residents of a flashy development have criticised a decision to allow a single mother to continue operating a massage parlour in a garden log cabin.
  
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• Man who lived in cabin in woods murdered two men before dismembering their bodies, court told

  24-06-2026 13:39 via mirror.co.uk
  
  James Desborough, 40, is on trial for the murders of Daniel Coleman and Claudio Aquilino, whose dismembered bodies were found in Paramoor Woods near Sticker, Cornwall
  
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• Donald Trump vowed ‘he would seek death penalty for Nancy Guthrie kidnappers if she was killed’

  24-06-2026 13:37 via metro.co.uk
  
  President Donald Trump said the Guthrie family has ‘gone through hell’ (Picture: Shutterstock/NBC/Reuters)Donald Trump has given an update regarding Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance after previously vowing to ‘seek the death penalty’ for her kidnappers if she was killed.NBC presenter Savannah Guthrie’s 84-year-old mother was kidnapped earlier this year, and her whereabouts still remain unknown.Earlier this week, it was revealed that a series of ransom notes
  
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• Revealed: The text that Adam Peaty sent his mother to tell her Holly is pregnant - and why it means the rift is 'beyond healing'

  24-06-2026 13:33 via dailymail.com
  
  Adam Peaty sent his estranged mother 'a very formal text' telling her he was expecting a baby with his new wife - as she shared the joyful event to the world on her social media.
  
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• DWP Universal Credit update as deadline nears - all you need to know

  24-06-2026 13:32 via mirror.co.uk
  
  The DWP has issued an important update on Universal Credit with a key July 2026 deadline close at hand
  
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• Tesco just launched its first-ever Clubcard for teenagers

  24-06-2026 13:30 via metro.co.uk
  
  Teens can now get a Clubcard – but there’s a catch (Picture: Shutterstock / JuliusKielaitis)For the last 31 years, Tesco’s Clubcard scheme has had one very strict rule: no one under the age of 18 has been allowed to sign up.However, that’s all about to change, as the retailer is launching its first-ever card for teens. The new version of Clubcard will allow younger people to access the cheaper prices and deals offered to adults for the very first time.Though it&rsqu
  
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• World Cup pundit faces backlash after racist comment about Belgium player following Iran draw

  24-06-2026 13:28 via metro.co.uk
  
  Serbian World Cup pundit Rade Bogdanovic (Picture: RTS)Former Atletico Madrid striker Rade Bogdanovic has faced backlash after suggesting that ‘black players lack concentration’ live on Serbian television.Bogdanovic made the comments on a World Cup programme aired by RTS, Serbia’s public broadcaster, during their coverage of Belgium’s goalless draw with Iran.Rudi Garcia’s side were seeking their first win of the tournament but were hampered after defender Nathan Ng
  
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• Lidl's new portable 3-in-1 air con unit for 'cool air' goes on sale this week

  24-06-2026 13:28 via mirror.co.uk
  
  The supermarket has a range of cooling devices in its middle aisle sale from June 25
  
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• GTA 6 has an Ultimate Edition – standard version should cost £75 in the UK

  24-06-2026 13:25 via metro.co.uk
  
  GTA 6 – pre-orders are almost here (Rockstar Games)Ahead of pre-orders opening on Thursday, Rockstar Games has announced an Ultimate Edition for GTA 6, but the physical edition is just a download code.Rockstar’s latest attempt to break the internet will take place on Thursday, June 25, when pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto 6 finally go live. There’s confusion over exactly what the game will cost in the UK but what we do know is that there’s going to be an Ultimate Edition
  
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• Fears of another Aussie bird flu outbreak grow as case appears in a second state - following widespread egg shortages just 18 months ago

  24-06-2026 13:23 via dailymail.com
  
  South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas said the positive case was found in a Southern Giant Petrel at Knights Beach on the Fleurieu Peninsula.
  
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• Mystery woman in Trump’s cryptic ‘great daughter’ post has been identified

  24-06-2026 13:21 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 PageDonald Trump confused many when he posted a mystery woman on Truth Social – now, her identity has been revealed.‘Great daughter. My Honor!!! President DJT,’ the post read.Shared on Father’s Day, the post left many scratching their heads, as the woman wasn’t one of Trump’s former wives or children.The mystery lady has since
  
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• POLL OF THE DAY: Should Ed Miliband be Britain's next Chancellor?

  24-06-2026 13:17 via dailymail.com
  
  Andy Burnham looks set to appoint 'Red Ed' Miliband as his new Chancellor following his 'coronation' as the new Prime Minister in the coming weeks.
  
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• M25 Live: Hour-long delays in blistering heat after air ambulance called to serious crash

  24-06-2026 13:16 via mirror.co.uk
  
  A massive crash involving multiple vehicles has closed the M25 near Junction 6 with long delays of more than an hour building in scorching conditions which could reach 40C today
  
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• Homeowner ordered to tear down 'overbearing' wooden bridge he built to climb up his steep garden - after inspectors called it 'unneighbourly'

  24-06-2026 13:16 via dailymail.com
  
  Ben Davies, 25, said the large timber structure, which was built 2.7 metres above a private lane between neighbouring homes, was a practical solution to the incline.
  
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• Emmerdale fans absolutely adore Serena – but have one big plea for bosses

  24-06-2026 13:16 via metro.co.uk
  
  Serena Sugden has already won fans over (Picture: ITV)Emmerdale viewers are already big fans of newcomer Serena Sugden (Casey Al-Shaqsy) after her first appearance, but they have one major ask for the future of the character.Serena first appeared in yesterday’s (Tuesday, June 23) instalment of the ITV soap, and fans instantly warmed to her as her comedic entrance led to an extremely poignant encounter with Charity Dingle (Emma Atkins).Viewers will know that Charity has been struggling in
  
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• Next PM: Keir Starmer faces post-resignation speech PMQs as Burnham picks Purnell for chief of staff

  24-06-2026 13:14 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Keir Starmer’s Commons outing marks his first public appearance since the emotional statement he made on Monday, when the Prime Minister set out a timetable for his exit
  
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• Awkward! Keir Starmer says he is 'very pleased' Andy Burnham is back in the Commons and about to take his job... as allies tout outgoing PM as next UN chief

  24-06-2026 13:14 via dailymail.com
  
  Keir Starmer tried to put a brave face on his situation after finally announcing his departure in an emotional speech on Monday.
  
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• Romanian fake escort admits killing big game hunter and wealthy businessman and poisoning two others with date rape drug in sex scam

  24-06-2026 13:13 via dailymail.com
  
  Adina Mihai pretended to be an escort in order to get into the Cotswolds home of a rich property magnate, who was known as one of the world's biggest game hunters.
  
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