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Mourners pay their respects to 'murdered' ex-Tory minister Ann Widdecombe as she is laid to rest today near Devon home

2026-08-12
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 A requiem mass will be held for the former MP, who later became a Reform UK spokeswoman, at Buckfast Abbey in Devon.

ICE Plans to Give Officers Gloves That Can Deliver Electric Shocks

2026-08-12
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 The Department of Homeland Security described the gloves as a “de-escalation device,” but critics said they could encourage agents to use more force.

Hundreds of thousands of Uber and Lyft drivers set to unionize across California after subtle law change

2026-08-12
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 The change is significant because Uber and Lyft drivers are generally classified as independent contractors rather than employees.

Europe prepares for first total solar eclipse in 27 years

2026-08-12
Europe is gearing up for its first total solar eclipse in 27 years.

Here's the inflation breakdown for July 2026 — in one chart

2026-08-12
Costs remain elevated for consumers, however inflation is showing some signs of easing, economists say.

Florida deputy killed ex-girlfriend over a TV, then himself, sheriff says

2026-08-12
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 Deputy Troy Savetz waited outside his ex-girlfriend's home with a gun, angry over a TV set, before abducting her as her children called 911 from inside.

Inflation eases in July as gasoline and grocery prices fall

2026-08-12
Consumer prices in July were up 3.4% from a year ago — a smaller annual increase than in May or June. The news makes it less likely the Fed will feel the need to raise interest rates in September.

Consumer prices rose modestly in July, easing pressure on Federal Reserve

2026-08-12
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 Inflation rose slightly in July as expected, a reading that could make the Federal Reserve less eager to hike interest rates.

Iran knew Trump's hotel floor, targeted his aircraft during Nato summit: Report

2026-08-12

Palestinians Stream Back to Northern Gaza on Foot

2025-01-27
Israel allowed displaced Gazans to begin crossing a military zone that bisects the enclave after a deadlock over hostage releases was broken.