Day: September 30, 2024
David Lammy urges Brits to leave Lebanon as Israel begins ground operation
September 30, 2024The Israeli military on Tuesday said it had begun a “limited, localized” ground operation against Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon. It said it was striking Hezbollah targets in areas close to the Israeli border, and that air force and artillery units were carrying out attacks to support the ground forces. “A few hours ago, the […]
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‘Ecstatic’ cruise ship passengers finally depart Belfast
September 30, 2024A US cruise ship has departed on a round-the-world trip after passengers were left stranded in Belfast for four months. Villa Vie Residences’ Odyssey sailed out of Belfast Harbour just after 11pm on Monday night, after a series of delays and technical problems that forced many guests into an unscheduled stay in Northern Ireland. The […]
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Luxury liner sets off from Belfast after being stranded for four months
September 30, 2024A luxury cruise ship has set off from a Belfast dock after unexpectedly spending four months in the city ahead of a three-year voyage. Passengers cheered, applauded and hugged the liner’s chief when he confirmed on Monday night that they were ready for departure. The residents of the Villa Vie Odyssey waved goodbye to the […]
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Migrants in hotels for up to three years, report suggests
September 30, 2024Migrants could be housed in hotels for up to three more years because of the asylum backlog, it has been reported. The Times newspaper said on Monday evening that since winning the election Home Secretary Yvette Cooper and other ministers have realised that clearing the backlog will take longer than they had hoped. The party […]
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Cineworld companies have restructuring plans approved by High Court judge
September 30, 2024For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Four companies which […]
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Very cute moment little boy upstages Prince Harry and he handles it like a pro
September 30, 2024Sarah HooperPublished Sep 30, 2024, 7:15pm|Updated Oct 1, 2024, 10:37am To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video The Duke of Sussex has been upstaged by a boisterous boy who threw his toys away during an awards night and laughed as Harry picked them up. […]
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UK favourite homeware store is returning to the high street and fans ‘can’t wait’
September 30, 2024A beloved fashion and homeware chain is making a surprise return to the high street, with a new store set to open next month. Known for its vintage-inspired designs and floral patterns, Cath Kidston had been a fixture of the British high street since 1993, with more than 200 outlets across the world at its […]
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Tea time with a twist – experience the London Eye’s exclusive afternoon tea experience
September 30, 2024SHOPPING – Contains affiliated content. Products featured in this Metro article are selected by our shopping writers. If you make a purchase using links on this page, Metro.co.uk will earn an affiliate commission. Click here for more information. Fancy a classic, and quintessentially British treat with a twist? Look no further than the iconic London […]
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Gas cylinder explodes in back of bin lorry injuring refuse worker
September 30, 2024Brooke DaviesPublished Sep 30, 2024, 6:00am|Updated Sep 30, 2024, 8:14am To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video A bin man was almost knocked out after a gas cylinder exploded in the back of his lorry. Video footage shows the moment an empty gas bottle, […]
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‘I need to own my narrative’: man cleared of racist murder in 1995 on years of abuse
September 30, 2024When Abdul Hai saw what Tommy Robinson had posted on X, he felt panic rising in his chest. A friend had messaged asking if he’d seen the post, and sent over a screenshot. Hai opened the message. There was his name, and there – for Robinson’s 1 million followers to see – was the false […]
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