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• Silence: Scorsese’s new film is not worth making a noise about

  02-01-2017 10:00 via theguardian.com
  
  The legendary director’s latest religious epic is beautiful to look at but boringly devout Related: The most exciting films of 2017: returning auteurs We all know how it is with Scorsese. At the core of his work is the solid-gold De Niro material with one foot in Marty’s Italian-American upbringing: Mean Streets, Taxi Driver, Raging Bull, King Of Comedy and Goodfellas/Casino. Then a second rank of DiCaprio collaborations, offering a lower rate of return: The Departed, Shutter Island,
  
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• Notting Hill Carnival mas bands call for funding amid threat to future - London Evening Standard

  30-08-2026 08:05 via news.google.com
  Notting Hill Carnival mas bands call for funding amid threat to future  London Evening StandardCelebrating 60th Anniversary of Notting Hill Carnival  Google DoodlesNotting Hill Carnival: 60 years of Europe’s biggest street festival  Channel 4“I was playing a reggae cover of The Beatles' song This Boy and King Charles was really interested in it – I had to relax and answer his questions”: We speak to the DJs behind the legendary sound systems
  
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• Spurs 0-2 Newcastle: Tottenham suffer second defeat and fail to score as Anthony Elanga and Yoane Wissa strike again - Sky Sports

  30-08-2026 07:58 via news.google.com
  Spurs 0-2 Newcastle: Tottenham suffer second defeat and fail to score as Anthony Elanga and Yoane Wissa strike again  Sky SportsTonali struggles but Gonzalez impresses - player ratings for Tottenham v Newcastle  BBCSpurs vs Newcastle LIVE! Premier League score updates, news, prediction, lineups and how to watch or stream  Sky SportsElanga and Wissa strike as Newcastle extend Spurs’ miserable start to season  The GuardianLatest. Confirmed line-up: Deb
  
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• PC Andrew Harper’s killers will remain in jail as PM makes changes to early release scheme - The Guardian

  30-08-2026 07:38 via news.google.com
  PC Andrew Harper’s killers will remain in jail as PM makes changes to early release scheme  The GuardianPC Harper's killers to stay in jail as PM announces changes to early release scheme  BBCPc Harper’s killers blocked from early release after backlash  The TelegraphMum of Nottingham attacks victim backs calls to stop killers' early release  BBCPrime Minister blocks hundreds more criminals from sentencing changes  GOV.UK
  
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• WhatsApp group chat used to send millions in cash, funding crime and extremism - BBC

  30-08-2026 06:59 via news.google.com
  
  WhatsApp group chat used to send millions in cash, funding crime and extremism  BBC
  
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• Nepal floods latest: Death toll exceeds 700 as terrain and rains make aid delivery 'extremely difficult' - BBC

  30-08-2026 06:49 via news.google.com
  
  Nepal floods latest: Death toll exceeds 700 as terrain and rains make aid delivery 'extremely difficult'  BBCFootage of Tibet floods isn't being shown in China - and we know little about victims there  BBCNepal-Tibet death toll rises amid new flood fears and race to free group trapped in tunnel  The GuardianNepal-China flooding latest: Rescuers search for missing workers in hydropower tunnels  CNNAs Deadly Flash Flooding Batters Nepal, Some Fear ‘the
  
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• Your body is not a machine - Financial Times

  30-08-2026 06:01 via news.google.com
  
  Your body is not a machine  Financial Times
  
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• Filip Hrgovic stuns Britain’s Moses Itauma to claim IBF world heavyweight title - The Guardian

  30-08-2026 05:19 via news.google.com
  Filip Hrgovic stuns Britain’s Moses Itauma to claim IBF world heavyweight title  The GuardianItauma vs Hrgovic: British heavyweight given a hard lesson on the realities of world-level boxing  BBCItauma vs Hrgovic: 'Moses Itauma will be world champion' - Stevenson, Bellew, Eubank Jr reaction  BBCFight results: Hrgovic stops exhausted Itauma, Cameron downs Mayer  ESPNHrgovic wins IBF world heavyweight boxing title as Itauma hospitalised  Al J
  
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• Andy Burnham agrees pay rises for train drivers after threat of strike action - The Independent

  30-08-2026 01:34 via news.google.com
  
  Andy Burnham agrees pay rises for train drivers after threat of strike action  The IndependentSee more headlines and perspectives on Google News
  
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• Gamescom 2026: Highlights and developer insights from gaming's biggest showcase - BBC

  30-08-2026 01:02 via news.google.com
  
  Gamescom 2026: Highlights and developer insights from gaming's biggest showcase  BBCThe Biggest Gaming Show In The West Continues To Grow  GameSpotAll’s well that Endres well: VGIM Daily, 24/08/2026  Video Games Industry MemoEnjoying gamescom? It Starts with the Talks  Inven Global
  
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• US oil deal denounced by both sides of Venezuelan politics - Financial Times

  30-08-2026 00:38 via news.google.com
  
  US oil deal denounced by both sides of Venezuelan politics  Financial TimesTrump hails 'historic' deal for US to control 65bn barrels of Venezuela's oil  BBCVenezuela says it retains ‘sovereignty’ following US oil deal  Al Jazeera‘A New Form of U.S. Colonialism’: Venezuelans Bristle at U.S. Oil Takeover  The New York TimesTrump found an unusual solution to his Venezuela problem  CNN
  
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• Iceland's EU referendum: first partial results show razor-thin margin - Euronews.com

  30-08-2026 00:19 via news.google.com
  Iceland's EU referendum: first partial results show razor-thin margin  Euronews.comIceland EU referendum on a knife edge as counting continues  BBC‘Yes’ vote takes early lead in Iceland’s EU talks referendum  CNNSovereignty, farming and fishing: Iceland votes on its future with the EU  The GuardianVoting closes in Iceland’s knife-edge EU referendum  Al Jazeera
  
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• Every word from Carrick's press conference - Official Manchester United Website

  29-08-2026 23:56 via news.google.com
  Every word from Carrick's press conference  Official Manchester United WebsiteTeam news for Ipswich visit  Official Manchester United WebsiteMichael Carrick keen to entertain as Man United look to bounce back against Ipswich  ESPNMan United vs Ipswich Town: Premier League – preview, team news, prediction  Al JazeeraMan Utd v Ipswich: Key stats and talking points  BBC
  
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• Lotto results: Winning National Lottery numbers with Thunderball on August 29

  29-08-2026 23:45 via express.co.uk
  The Lotto draw takes place every Wednesday and Saturday.
  
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• Burscough train crash RECAP: Horror as man dies after train hits van near Liverpool

  29-08-2026 23:40 via express.co.uk
  A major emergency response is under way following reports that a train has collided with a vehicle.
  
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• Taco Bell horror as boy stabbed in toilets after '25 youths ran in with knives' - Manchester Evening News

  29-08-2026 23:38 via news.google.com
  Taco Bell horror as boy stabbed in toilets after '25 youths ran in with knives'  Manchester Evening NewsTaco Bell Rochdale stabbing as boy, 13, knifed in restaurant  Manchester Evening NewsBoy, 13, stabbed at Taco Bell in Rochdale as two teenagers arrested  Daily ExpressBoy, 13, seriously injured in stabbing inside Taco Bell as two teens arrested after '25 young men ran in with knives'  The Irish SunBREAKING 🚨: Taco Bell cordoned off by police afte
  
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• Boy, 13, stabbed at Taco Bell in Rochdale as two teenagers arrested

  29-08-2026 23:27 via express.co.uk
  CSI officers were seen carrying out enquiries at the scene as the Taco Bell remained cordoned off.
  
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• I'm A Celebrity's GK Barry reveals harrowing rape ordeal for first time - Metro.co.uk

  29-08-2026 23:11 via news.google.com
  I'm A Celebrity's GK Barry reveals harrowing rape ordeal for first time  Metro.co.ukSee more headlines and perspectives on Google News
  
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• UK households urged to unplug lamps on Sunday

  29-08-2026 22:12 via express.co.uk
  Households are being urged to unplug non-essential electrical appliances.
  
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• Cleverly finally turns battle for London into serious contest again – and why it’s good news for Badenoch - The Independent

  29-08-2026 22:11 via news.google.com
  Cleverly finally turns battle for London into serious contest again – and why it’s good news for Badenoch  The IndependentCleverly quits shadow cabinet to run for London mayor  BBCJames Cleverly resigns from shadow cabinet to run for mayor of London  The GuardianConservative MP James Cleverly quits shadow cabinet to stand for London mayor  Sky NewsJames Cleverly: Sadiq Khan has let down London, our capital needs a champion  The Times
  
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• UK pottery giant closes last store early after huge closing down sale

  29-08-2026 22:09 via express.co.uk
  All stores have closed earlier than planned after 217 years of trading.
  
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• Rescue launched for vessel 'in distress' in English Channel off coast of Plymouth

  29-08-2026 22:01 via express.co.uk
  The MCA was alerted just after 6pm on Saturday, with RNLI lifeboats scrambled to the scene.
  
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• British right-wing commentator Milo Yiannopoulos deported back to UK from US

  29-08-2026 21:48 via express.co.uk
  British right-wing provocateur Milo Yiannopoulos has been deported to the UK after being detained by US immigration officials.
  
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• Healey eyes windfall tax on banks and oil companies - The Telegraph

  29-08-2026 21:16 via news.google.com
  Healey eyes windfall tax on banks and oil companies  The Telegraph'Healey eyes banks and oil tax' and 'X Factor comeback'  BBCHealey ‘considers windfall tax on banks and oil companies in first Budget’  The IndependentBarclays’ bonanza profits show banks can pay more tax  TUC: Trades Union CongressSunday papers: Healey eyes windfall tax on banks and oil companies  Citywire
  
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• Apple iPhone 18 Pro Release Timeline: New Date Enters The Schedule - Forbes

  29-08-2026 21:00 via news.google.com
  Apple iPhone 18 Pro Release Timeline: New Date Enters The Schedule  ForbesiPhone 18 Pro Launch: Apple Confirms Keynote And Full Schedule Here  ForbesHere's when the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are rumored to go on pre-order - GSMArena.com news  GSMArena.comApple’s Foldable iPhone Will Help Bring Some Magic Back  Bloomberg.comApple's late arrival to the folding market puts huge pressure on the iPhone Ultra to finally level up the category &mda
  
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• Dolly Parton’s final resting place revealed after intimate family service for country icon - The Sun

  29-08-2026 20:50 via news.google.com
  
  Dolly Parton’s final resting place revealed after intimate family service for country icon  The SunDolly Parton’s final song won’t be heard for another 20 years  The TelegraphDolly Parton wanted a quiet funeral for her final send-off. But left a few surprises for years to come.  YahooDolly Parton Chose Her Funeral Song More Than a Decade Ago & Left an Unreleased Song to Be Heard in 2046  BillboardDolly Parton’s niece confirms st
  
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• Man dies after train hits van on crossing - BBC

  29-08-2026 20:38 via news.google.com
  
  Man dies after train hits van on crossing  BBCSee more headlines and perspectives on Google News
  
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• 'Not bad for the worst team in Premier League history' - Hull's perfect start - BBC

  29-08-2026 20:03 via news.google.com
  
  'Not bad for the worst team in Premier League history' - Hull's perfect start  BBCCoventry 0-1 Hull: Liam Millar seals second straight victory for the Tigers as Frank Lampard's side lose again  Sky SportsCoventry 0-1 Hull: Tigers maintain 100% Premier League start on return  BBCCoventry City 0-1 Hull City  Coventry City Football ClubHull head coach Sergej Jakirovic: Players must 'stay humble' as dream start continues  ESPN
  
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• Murder investigation after child found seriously injured next man's body in Dungannon

  29-08-2026 19:41 via express.co.uk
  A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder.
  
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• Major supermarket closing down on UK high street – in business just 8 months

  29-08-2026 19:22 via express.co.uk
  The store is closing down its doors for good on Saturday.
  
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