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Local News
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Queensferry Crossing diversion trial a success
A recent test of the new diversion system at the Queensferry Crossing halved the time it takes to set it up.
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‘Tree in the Park’ festival promotes wellbeing in Dunfermline
A brand new festival is coming to Dunfermline next month.
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Applications open for flood protection grants
Homes and businesses across Fife that may be affected by flooding can now apply for grants of up to £5,000.
Headlines
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Rishi Sunak does not rule out July general election - but insists 'there'll be a clear choice' when it comes
Rishi Sunak has failed to rule out holding a general election in July, as speculation remains rife over the timing of the national vote.
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Rishi Sunak needs to learn voters aren't always governed by the logic of the computer
I've known Rishi Sunak slightly for almost a decade, having first met him after he penned a thoughtful, comprehensive, well-received report on Britain's minority communities, which I'd say is still the best of its kind.
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'The only cure is a Labour government': Tory MP and doctor Dan Poulter defects over NHS 'chaos'
Conservative MP and former health minister Dan Poulter has defected to Labour in frustration at the worsening NHS crisis.
Sport
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Mo Salah and Jurgen Klopp: Liverpool forward appears to clash with manager on touchline at West Ham
Mo Salah said "if I speak today there will be fire" after clashing with Jurgen Klopp on the touchline during Liverpool's 2-2 draw at West Ham.
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Arne Slot to Liverpool is an example of Premier League clubs and supporters wanting their coaches 'untainted'
After spending 48 hours immersed in the world of Arne Slot, it is easy to convince oneself that Liverpool have identified football’s next super coach. A man operating at the tactical vanguard, an expert in man management, and a master of the media.
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Man Utd manager Erik ten Hag defends his side's style after Burnley draw in Premier League
Erik ten Hag says Manchester United are "one of the most dynamic and entertaining teams" in the Premier League.
Business News
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Hunt calls Dorneywood summit to boost flagging UK stock market
Jeremy Hunt is convening a summit aimed at enticing more companies to London's stock market amid an accelerating exodus of businesses being picked off by overseas and financial predators.
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Russia sanctions-busting? Big questions remain over UK car exports
The extraordinary, unprecedented and largely unexplained flows of millions of pounds of British luxury cars into states neighbouring Russia continued in February, according to new official data.
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Superdry landlord M&G eyes challenge to rescue plan
The owner of Superdry's flagship store in central London is weighing a challenge to a rescue plan that would impose steep haircuts on the struggling chain's landlords.
Showbiz
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Harvey Weinstein taken to hospital after being moved to a New York jail
The lawyer for Harvey Weinstein says the former film producer has been taken to hospital after being moved to a New York jail.
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Rageh Omaar says he was 'determined to finish presenting programme' after becoming unwell live on air
ITV News broadcaster Rageh Omaar has said he was "determined to finish presenting the programme" after returning home following hospital treatment.
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Dr Tijion Esho: TV doctor struck off for exchanging Botox for sex at his clinic
A TV doctor who gave free Botox to a patient in return for sex at his clinic has been struck off.
UK News
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Rishi Sunak does not rule out July general election - but insists 'there'll be a clear choice' when it comes
Rishi Sunak has failed to rule out holding a general election in July, as speculation remains rife over the timing of the national vote.
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Rishi Sunak needs to learn voters aren't always governed by the logic of the computer
I've known Rishi Sunak slightly for almost a decade, having first met him after he penned a thoughtful, comprehensive, well-received report on Britain's minority communities, which I'd say is still the best of its kind.
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'The only cure is a Labour government': Tory MP and doctor Dan Poulter defects over NHS 'chaos'
Conservative MP and former health minister Dan Poulter has defected to Labour in frustration at the worsening NHS crisis.
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UK to develop hypersonic missiles to catch up with China and Russia by 2030 - report
Britain plans to equip its armed forces with a homegrown hypersonic cruise missile by the end of the decade, according to a report.
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UK weather: Fed up with 'cold' April? Temperatures are about to rise
The trees are out, but it still feels pretty chilly - and wet.
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Adam Boulton: Tories trying to open election divide over defence, but Sir Keir Starmer says he is not Jeremy 'Stop the War' Corbyn
We have been warned. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's pre-election pitch to voters this week was to place the nation on "war footing".
World News
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UK to develop hypersonic missiles to catch up with China and Russia by 2030 - report
Britain plans to equip its armed forces with a homegrown hypersonic cruise missile by the end of the decade, according to a report.
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Hamas releases video of hostages as efforts to broker a ceasefire in Gaza continue
Hamas has released a new video that appears to show two hostages who have been held in Gaza since the 7 October assault on southern Israel.
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Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby criticises Israel over Palestinian Christian woman in detention
The Archbishop of Canterbury has criticised Israel over the arrest of a young Palestinian Christian woman in the occupied West Bank.
And Finally...
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Tourist fined for getting too close to Walrus in Norway
A tourist has been fined NOK 12,500 Norwegian Kroner (£900) for approaching a walrus in the Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard.
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Boy, 13, finds 'holy grail' Lego octopus piece from sea spillage in 1997
A rare Lego piece that fell into the sea in 1997 has been found by a 13-year-old boy in Cornwall.
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Moulin Rouge: Windmill blades fall off overnight
The windmill blades of the Moulin Rouge, the most famous cabaret club in Paris, have fallen off.
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