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New toothed toad found by scientists on the hunt for its ‘brother’

New toothed toad found by scientists on the hunt for its ‘brother’

New toothed toad found by scientists on the hunt for its ‘brother’

02 October 2024

The toad has a row of tiny teeth on the roof of its mouth, known as vomerine teeth, as well as a narrow fold of skin behind its eyes.


Police ‘frustrated more could not be done’ to stop damage during Belfast riots

Police ‘frustrated more could not be done’ to stop damage during Belfast riots

Police ‘frustrated more could not be done’ to stop damage during Belfast riots

02 October 2024

The PSNI had also been criticised for how they handled the unfolding disorder, with officers accused of watching on as shops and cafes burned.


‘Vulnerable’ woman raped and killed by stranger on park bench, court told

‘Vulnerable’ woman raped and killed by stranger on park bench, court told

‘Vulnerable’ woman raped and killed by stranger on park bench, court told

02 October 2024

Natalie Shotter, 37, was found dead on a bench in Southall Park, west London, on July 17 2021 after a night out.


Dolphins ‘smile’ during play, scientists find

Dolphins ‘smile’ during play, scientists find

Dolphins ‘smile’ during play, scientists find

02 October 2024

They are social animals and can often be seen in small groups of up to 15 dolphins.


Former rugby referee Wayne Barnes jokes with William as he is made an OBE

Former rugby referee Wayne Barnes jokes with William as he is made an OBE

Former rugby referee Wayne Barnes jokes with William as he is made an OBE

02 October 2024

He asked William whether or not the prince had ever shouted at him while he was refereeing a Welsh rugby match.


Former rugby player took his own life while on leave from hospital – inquest

Former rugby player took his own life while on leave from hospital – inquest

Former rugby player took his own life while on leave from hospital – inquest

02 October 2024

Nick Koster, 34, was found dead on July 11 last year hours after leaving a mental health hospital in Norfolk.


Cheetah dies at zoo after short illness

Cheetah dies at zoo after short illness

Cheetah dies at zoo after short illness

02 October 2024

Cleo, five, had only arrived at Edinburgh Zoo two months ago.


Police appeal after woman reported being raped in supermarket toilet

Police appeal after woman reported being raped in supermarket toilet

Police appeal after woman reported being raped in supermarket toilet

02 October 2024

Witnesses are being urged to come forward after the alleged attack on October 1 in Sheerness, Kent.


Fact check: Video purporting to show migrants’ arrival was filmed in California

Fact check: Video purporting to show migrants’ arrival was filmed in California

Fact check: Video purporting to show migrants’ arrival was filmed in California

02 October 2024

Footage of men running across a beach in San Diego was shared online with authentic statistics about small boats crossing the Channel.


Starmer pays back more than £6,000 in gifts after donations row

Starmer pays back more than £6,000 in gifts after donations row

Starmer pays back more than £6,000 in gifts after donations row

02 October 2024

The Prime Minister is covering the cost of six Taylor Swift tickets, four to the races and a clothing rental agreement with a high-end designer.


Lord Waheed Alli – Labour peer and media mogul at centre of Government gift row

Lord Waheed Alli – Labour peer and media mogul at centre of Government gift row

Lord Waheed Alli – Labour peer and media mogul at centre of Government gift row

02 October 2024

Over the past 20 years, he has donated more than £500,000 to the Labour Party.


UK and EU to work ‘at pace’ on strengthening economic and security co-operation

UK and EU to work ‘at pace’ on strengthening economic and security co-operation

UK and EU to work ‘at pace’ on strengthening economic and security co-operation

02 October 2024

Sir Keir Starmer said he wanted a closer relationship with the EU to help ‘make Brexit work’.


Union votes for all-out strike action in ONS office attendance dispute

Union votes for all-out strike action in ONS office attendance dispute

Union votes for all-out strike action in ONS office attendance dispute

02 October 2024

PCS general secretary Fran Heathcote called on ONS management to engage in ‘meaningful talks’.


Food safety watchdog consults on allergy information on menus

Food safety watchdog consults on allergy information on menus

Food safety watchdog consults on allergy information on menus

02 October 2024

The proposal aligns best practice with ‘Owen’s Law’, which wants food outlets to put all allergy information in writing at the point of ordering.


Ex-council accountant jailed after stealing nearly £1 million to fund gambling

Ex-council accountant jailed after stealing nearly £1 million to fund gambling

Ex-council accountant jailed after stealing nearly £1 million to fund gambling

02 October 2024

Alan Doig worked as a senior assistant accountant for Gedling Borough Council in Nottinghamshire.


Much more can be done for women’s football, says Carney, as she is made an OBE

Much more can be done for women’s football, says Carney, as she is made an OBE

Much more can be done for women’s football, says Carney, as she is made an OBE

02 October 2024

Karen Carney, who played for Birmingham City as well as the Lionesses, was honoured for her services to association football.


Harris will not shy away from ‘speaking truth’ to Biden over US’s Israel support

Harris will not shy away from ‘speaking truth’ to Biden over US’s Israel support

Harris will not shy away from ‘speaking truth’ to Biden over US’s Israel support

02 October 2024

Taoiseach Simon Harris will meet Joe Biden in Washington this month for an event to mark 100 years of diplomatic relations between Ireland and the US.


Smashing drug trafficking plot undoubtedly saved lives, say police

Smashing drug trafficking plot undoubtedly saved lives, say police

Smashing drug trafficking plot undoubtedly saved lives, say police

02 October 2024

James Stevenson and five other men have been jailed for a total of 49 years.


‘Mohale, the warrior’ Harry joins bonfire chat as he visit his ‘home’ Lesotho

‘Mohale, the warrior’ Harry joins bonfire chat as he visit his ‘home’ Lesotho

‘Mohale, the warrior’ Harry joins bonfire chat as he visit his ‘home’ Lesotho

02 October 2024

The duke and ‘brother’ Prince Seeiso met to discuss the progress and inspirations for their Sentebale charity.


Bank payments could be delayed by three days under new anti-fraud rules

Bank payments could be delayed by three days under new anti-fraud rules

Bank payments could be delayed by three days under new anti-fraud rules

02 October 2024

The Government said it was proposing laws that will extend the time that payments can be stalled by up to 72 hours.


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