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express.co.uk | Rebecca Robinson
UK takeaway fined £13k after years of dumping grease in sewerChina Panda in Fulham, west London, was fined £13,000 after Thames Water warned the restaurant to improve its waste disposal, but this was ignored. Share Article Bookmark A Chinese takeaway in London was caught dumping grease in the sewer.
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express.co.uk | Rebecca Robinson
New weather maps show scorching 23C as far north as ScotlandThe UK is set to enjoy another period of summery weather next week as temperatures shoot up to 23C as farth north as Scotland. Share Article Bookmark The UK is in for another period of summery weather. (Image: Getty/WXCHARTS)The UK is set to enjoy another period of summery weather very soon after experiencing the hottest start to May on record last week.
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express.co.uk | charlotte Becquart |Rebecca Robinson
Police guard Dorset school after traveller caravans gather on sitePolice have been at Blandford School since last night. Breaking news (Image: Express)There has been a police presence at Blandford School in Dorset, near Bournemouth, since last night after several caravans gathered on the school field. We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story.
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express.co.uk | Rebecca Robinson
Rachel Reeves has been accused of causing the "unnecessary suffering" of thousands of pensioners following the cuts to Winter Fuel Payments. The Chancellor's decision to means-test the allowance faced fierce backlash as only those claiming certain benefits, such as Pension Credit or Universal Credit, are now eligible. Simon Francis, coordinator of the End Fuel Poverty Coalition, called on Ms Reeves to reinstate the vital payments or put "thousands of older people" at risk.
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express.co.uk | Matthew Dooley |Rebecca Robinson
Sir Keir Starmer's office announced massive sanctions on more than 100 oil tankers in an effort to target Vladimir Putin's "shadow fleet" used to transport the crucial Russian export. The ships, used to circumvent existing regulations, have carried over £18 billion worth of cargo since 2024, something Sir Keir Starmer vowed to "destroy". Downing Street said the "decrepit and dangerous" are "bankrolling the Kremlin's illegal war in Ukraine" and responsible for "reckless seafaring".
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express.co.uk | Matthew Dooley |Rebecca Robinson
UK launches huge wave of Russian sanctions raining on Putin's military paradeThe UK Government has launched a fresh wave of sanctions on Russia today. Russia has been hit with fresh UK sanctions. (Image: Getty)Keir Starmer's office announced massive sanctions on more than 100 oil tankers in an effort to target Vladimir Putin's "shadow fleet" used to transport the crucial Russian export. THIS IS A BREAKING NEWS STORY...
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express.co.uk | Rebecca Robinson
Russia war parade LIVE: Trump explodes at Russia as Putin prepares huge show of forceDonald Trump threatened Vladimir Putin with even tighter sanctions if he did not agree to and stick to the terms of a ceasefire with Ukraine. Share Article Bookmark liveRussia marks its Victory Day on May 9. (Image: Getty)Donald Trump has threatened Vladimir Putin with heavier sanctions if he does not agree to a ceasefire as Moscow prepares for its annual Victory Day parade.
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express.co.uk | Rebecca Robinson |Eleanor Burleigh
New pope elected after two day conclave as white smoke rises above VaticanThe conclave of cardinals has elected a new pope after two days of deliberations locked away in the Vatican. White smoke rises above Vatican as new pope electedThe conclave has elected a new pope after two days of tense deliberations locked away in the Vatican. White smoke billowed from the Sistine Chapel on Thursday evening, confirming that a new Pope has been elected to lead the 1.4 billion-member Catholic Church.
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express.co.uk | Rebecca Robinson
The world's smallest army with tailor-made uniforms that have 154 piecesThe uniform is from the Renaissance era and features a red, orange and blue striped tunic and a high, plumed helmet. Share Article Bookmark The Swiss Guard is one of the oldest military units in continuous operation. (Image: Getty)The Swiss Guard is one of the oldest military units in operation and is often dubbed "the world's smallest army" because it has only 135 members.
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express.co.uk | Rebecca Robinson
Cardinals watching movie Conclave as preperation for electing new PopeCardinals have reportedly watched the Academy Award-winning film Conclave, which follows the dean of the College of Cardinals after the Pope's death. Share Article Bookmark Conclave follows the dean of the College of Cardinals after the pope's death. (Image: Focus Features, LLC. All Rights Reserved)Cardinals have reportedly watched the Academy Award-winning film Conclave for pointers as they prepare to vote in a new pope.
