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Breaking Trump's travel halted as emergency plane slide seen deployed from Air Force One
Trump's travel halted as emergency plane slide seen deployed from Air Force One Pictures show the emergency slide deployed ahead of President Donald Trump's trip to the Republican National Midterm Convention in Maryland Donald Trump's journey to the Republican Midterm Convention appeared stalled as his new controversial Air Force One deployed its emergency plane slide. "They were doing a check on the slide. I think it takes 15 minutes," Trump told reporters after exiting the helicopter.
Breaking Christie's record-breaking art auction from the personal collection of Monsoon founder
Francis Bacon's Figure In Movement and Piet Mondrian's Composition A, with Double Line and Yellow, both in the Christie's auction.
Explosives alert closes Swiss-German border crossing as bomb squad rushes to scene
Explosives alert closes Swiss-German border crossing as bomb squad rushes to scene Police and a bomb squad have swarmed a Swiss-German border crossing after a dog alerted customs officers to explosives inside a German vehicle Police have closed down a Swiss-German border crossing after explosives were detected during a routine inspection of a car. Sniffer dogs alerted Swiss customs officers to a German vehicle at the Rheinfelden border crossing at around 1pm local time, Bild reports. The...
RAF Poseidon MRA1 plane is declaring mid-air emergency in skies over Scotland
RAF Poseidon MRA1 plane is declaring mid-air emergency in skies over Scotland A Royal Air Force Poseidon MRA1 plane has issued a squawk 7700 emergency alert in the skies above Scoltand A Royal Air Force plane has declared a mid-air emergency above the UK. The Poseidon MRA1 plane issued a squawk 7700 emergency alert above Scotland this morning, near to its base at RAF Lossiemouth. It is currently circling over Wick on the north-eastern coast of the Scottish Highlands, according to flight...
US Open 2026 quarter-final: Ben Shelton v Carlos Alcaraz – live updates
Shelton and Alcaraz meet for spot in US Open semisTiafoe breaks Michelsen’s heart with epic comebackReach out to Bryan on Bluesky or by emailFirst set: Shelton 3-2 Alcaraz* (*denotes next server)An even breezier service game from Shelton, who holds to love. During the changeover, the cameras pan to a few of the celebrities in the audience. There’s Kevin Hart taking it in from a suite.
Urgent warning to parents after deleted photos used to build creepy profiles of children
Urgent warning to parents after deleted photos used to build creepy profiles of children One mum took to social media to share a sweet video of her daughter with friends, but was left uncomfortable after realising that an AI prompt had appeared alongside it A mum has issued a warning to fellow parents over artificial intelligence after she shared an adorable video of her daughter online. US content creator Kalie Robins took to social media platform Instagram to issue a public warning after...
Brits warned as Greek islands face ‘Code Red’ alert over ‘very high’ wildfire risk
Brits warned as Greek islands face ‘Code Red’ alert over ‘very high’ wildfire risk The warning covers six regions, including Crete and the Peloponnese, where the risk of wildfires is predicted to be ‘very high’. A number of popular Greek islands, including Crete, have been put on a ‘Code Red’ alert over a “very high” risk of wildfires. Six regions are covered by the warning in place today, including Attica and Kythira, Crete, the Cyclades, Lesvos, Chios, Samos and Ikaria, Boeotia and Evia...
Double Foreign Office Thailand travel advice alert for all Brits
Double Foreign Office Thailand travel advice alert for all Brits Foreign Office has updated its travel advice for all UK nationals heading to Thailand The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has updated its travel guidance for all UK nationals travelling to Thailand. The south-east Asian country is enormously popular with Brits and other tourists alike, largely owing to its vibrant culture, cuisine, warm weather, and breath-taking beaches and islands. Approximately a million...
University of Warwick evacuated over ‘suspicious package’ as emergency crews called
University of Warwick evacuated over ‘suspicious package’ as emergency crews called A large emergency services response was sent to the University of Warwick in Coventry following the discovery, with students and staff evacuated A UK university has been evacuated after a "suspicious package" was found on campus. Students and staff members at the University of Warwick in Coventry were asked to leave the premises as part of a "precautionary evacuation" following the discovery. An extensive...
Ryanair flight to Malta declares emergency above UK moments after take-off
Ryanair flight to Malta declares emergency above UK moments after take-off A Ryanair flight from Norwich Airport to Malta has declared an in-flight emergency after an unspecified technical issue and diverted this morning A Ryanair flight to Malta has declared a mid-air emergency above the UK moments after take-off this morning. Flight FR5883 had left Norwich Airport at around 8.30am and was heading for Malta International Airport in Luqa when the aircraft stopped climbing at around 7,000ft....
Anyone travelling with easyJet issued ‘maximum of 2 per person’ alert
Anyone travelling with easyJet issued ‘maximum of 2 per person’ alert Holidaymakers heading abroad are being urged to check an important easyJet rule before boarding the plane For many travellers, there are a few items that automatically make it into a suitcase before a holiday begins. But one increasingly common gadget comes with restrictions that could catch passengers out if they arrive at the airport with too many. The warning is particularly relevant to anyone who likes to carry several...
London-bound Virgin Atlantic flight with 270 passengers forced into emergency landing
London-bound Virgin Atlantic flight with 270 passengers forced into emergency landing Virgin Atlantic flight VS317 from Bengaluru to London Heathrow was forced to turn back shortly after takeoff and make an emergency landing after the crew found a technical issue A plane heading for London carrying 270 passengers was forced to make an emergency landing shortly after takeoff. The Virgin Atlantic aircraft took off from Kempegowda International Airport (KIAB) in Bengaluru (also called...
EasyJet flight to Spain faces smoke emergency as pilots put oxygen masks on
EasyJet flight to Spain faces smoke emergency as pilots put oxygen masks on The pilot and co-pilot had to put on their oxygen masks as an easyJet flight from Bristol to Malaga faced an emergency as it approached the Spanish airport Passengers on a plane from the UK had a scary start to their holidays on the Costa del Sol as their flight came in to land. Brit tourists on the easyJet flight from Bristol watched helplessly as their plane was forced to make an emergency landing at Malaga airport...
Urgent new NHS blood pressure 'no symptoms' alert to people born between 1972 and 1986
Urgent new NHS blood pressure 'no symptoms' alert to people born between 1972 and 1986 It is a major cause of heart attack and stroke The NHS has issued a new alert today, with one age group most at risk. Almost eight in ten people aged 40 to 54 in the South West admit they frequently or always prioritise others' needs over their own health, according to a new survey published by NHS England South West. The poll shed light on the mounting pressures faced by the so-called "sandwich...
NHS issues urgent appeal for blood donors as fears grow over sickle cell treatment
NHS issues urgent appeal for blood donors as fears grow over sickle cell treatment Health experts say an estimated 16,000 additional volunteers are needed - Bookmark - CommentsGo to comments The NHS is currently able to meet only around half the demand for blood required to treat patients with sickle cell disease, according to health experts. NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) has issued an urgent appeal for donors, specifically encouraging individuals of black heritage to step forward, as an...
England’s housing courts at breaking point as renters battle no-fault evictions
Courts said to be ‘overloaded’ as landlords sell properties and tenants with nowhere to go try to delay evictionsIt is a Wednesday afternoon at Stratford housing court, and every seat in the waiting room is full. Over the next few hours, a conveyor belt of tenants and lawyers file into the courtroom to discuss their housing disputes – up to 29 cases are dealt with in a single day. In one case, a tenant is trying to buy more time after receiving a section 21 no-fault eviction earlier in the...
Emergency services rush to small boat landing in Hampshire
Emergency services rush to small boat landing in Hampshire Around 140 migrants are brought ashore by lifeboats near Eastney in Portsmouth - Bookmark - CommentsGo to comments Emergency services have rushed to intercept a small boat carrying migrants that was heading towards the Hampshire coast. Around 140 migrants are believed to have disembarked near Eastney in Portsmouth, and will be taken to Manston immigration centre in Kent for processing.
Hawaii declares state of emergency as Hurricane Lowell approaches islands
Storm, which may make impact as soon as Monday, is third system in weeks to threaten state during hurricane seasonHawaii has declared a state of emergency as powerful Hurricane Lowell makes its way toward the islands, with the first impacts expected as soon as Monday. The storm is the third system in just over three weeks to threaten Hawaii during an active hurricane season in the central Pacific. Lowell remained a category 3 hurricane early on Sunday morning, packing winds of 125 miles per...
Hurricane Lowell live: Hawaii declares state of emergency after El Nino fuels Cat 4 storm
Hurricane Lowell live: Hawaii declares state of emergency after El Nino fuels Cat 4 storm Hurricane Lowell is forecast to turn northward and approach the islands of Kauaʻi and Niʻihau on Monday, the National Weather Service reported. Kauai County is currently the area of greatest concern as Hurricane Lowell approaches Hawaii. It encompasses the islands of Kauaʻi, Niʻihau, Lehua, and Kaʻula.
Barnsley fire live as emergency services rush to massive scrapyard blaze
Barnsley fire live as emergency services rush to massive scrapyard blaze Several fire crews are currently on the scene following an 'incident' in Barnsley at a scrap metal and tyres site Firefighters are currently battling a major blaze in Barnsley where locals across the region say can be seen for miles. Ten fire engines and several specialist vehicles are attending a fire on Boulder Bridge Lane in Carlton, Barnsley. The blaze is believed to be affecting a scrap metal and tyres site.
Hurricane Lowell live: Hawaii declares state of emergency after El Nino fuels Cat 4 storm
Hurricane Lowell live: Hawaii declares state of emergency after El Nino fuels Cat 4 storm Hurricane Lowell is forecast to turn northward and approach the islands of Kauaʻi and Niʻihau on Monday, the National Weather Service reported. Hello and welcome to the blog. We will be bringing you the latest from Hawaii as a state of emergency has been declared ahead of the possible arrival of a Category 4 storm.
Alzheimer’s drug to be offered to people without symptoms to stop it developing
Alzheimer’s drug to be offered to people without symptoms to stop it developing A groundbreaking trial will see healthy adults across Britain with no signs of memory loss given an Alzheimer's drug in an attempt to prevent the condition developing An Alzheimer’s drug is set to be offered to people without symptoms in a bid to stop the disease in its tracks. Participants from across the UK will be given trontinemab as part of a groundbreaking trial which will test how effective the drug is at...
Proud mum's joy as record-breaking heart transplant daughter, 5, reaches major milestone
As she snapped a picture of five year-old Amelia Bolter in her school uniform this week, mum Jodie was incredibly proud. In 2024, Amelia broke records by becoming the longest-waiting child on a Berlin heart for a heart transplant. Now here she was by the front door, ready for her first day of reception.
Primark issues urgent recall as shoppers told to 'stop using item immediately'
Primark issues urgent recall as shoppers told to 'stop using item immediately' Shoppers who purchased the item have been urged to stop using it 'immediately' and return it to any branch for a full refund as it could pose health risks Primark has urgently recalled a fashion accessory after it was found to contain a chemical that could pose health risks. Shoppers who purchased the item have been urged to stop using it "immediately" and return it to any branch for a full refund - without the...
Lindsay Clancy murder trial: judge set to call mistrial after jury deadlocks – live updates
Jury returns to tell judge for a third time it cannot reach a verdict in case of Massachusetts woman who killed her childrenThis dramatic turn of events, as the judge was about to declare a mistrial and call the jury back in, comes after Lindsay Clancy’s defense attorney, Kevin Reddington, asked for an emergency stay. The judge, William Sullivan, has given him one hour to do so.
Gatwick Airport live: All flights grounded as emergency crews surround Norse plane
Gatwick Airport live: All flights grounded as emergency crews surround Norse plane All flights have been grounded at London Gatwick Airport this afternoon - flight tracking data showed emergency vehicles surrounding a Norse Airways plane on the runway Flights have been grounded at London Gatwick Airport this afternoon. Flight tracking data showed emergency vehicles surrounding a Norse Airways plane on the tarmac. Incoming flights are being diverted to other airports.
Pharmacist issues urgent warning to millions taking metformin over hidden side-effect
Pharmacist issues urgent warning to millions taking metformin over hidden side-effect More than three million people take metformin for type 2 diabetes with more than 26 million prescriptions dispensed every year A pharmacist is urging people taking metformin for diabetes to look out for some key symptoms as they could be masking a common but potentially serious side effect. More than three million people are prescribed metformin to treat the blood sugar disorder with more than 26 million...
Schools across Liverpool plunged into lockdown as parents sent 'stay away' alert
Schools across Liverpool plunged into lockdown as parents sent 'stay away' alert Schools across Liverpool have been plunged into lockdown over 'a threat of violence' - parents were sent a message urging them not to try to collect their children Several schools have been locked down this morning after "a communication containing a threat of violence". A number of Liverpool schools received the threat this morning and activated enhanced safety procedures after receiving emails which were later...
Waitrose issues urgent 'do not eat' caution over health risk — check now
Waitrose issues urgent 'do not eat' caution over health risk — check now The supermarket has issued a recall notice for the item Waitrose has urged its customers not to eat a certain item as a health risk was discovered. The supermarket has issued a recall notice for the product as it contains an ingredient not mentioned on its label. Its Waitrose Rhubarb Crumble contains oats (gluten), which is not declared on the label, so could pose an allergy risk.
Plane crashes into Colorado mountain as emergency crews launch 'search for survivors'
Plane crashes into Colorado mountain as emergency crews launch 'search for survivors' A search and rescue effort is now underway after single engine aircraft crashed into the side of a mountain on Thursday, September 3, authorities have confirmed Police have confirmed a search and rescue mission is now underway after a plane crashed into the side of a mountain. Rescue squads in the US state of Colorado are now at the scene of Dolores Peak after the single-engine craft careered into the north...