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Animals The jawbone of washed-up whale in New Zealand was removed with chainsaw and stolen Enlarge this image New Zealand Department of Conservation staff assess the remains of a deceased…

8 minutes ago About sharing People affected by the NHS infected blood scandal have waited “far too long” for answers, the defence secretary has said. Grant Shapps told the BBC…

The 14-year-old’s body was found in the River Tyne and the younger boy was rescued and taken to hospital.

Sports Usyk beats Fury to become first undisputed heavyweight boxing champion in 24 years Enlarge this image Ukraine’s Oleksandr Usyk launches an attack on Britain’s Tyson Fury during their undisputed…

Middle East US national security adviser and Saudi Arabia crown prince hold security deal talks Enlarge this image White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan speaks during the daily briefing…

Today’s guest, Defence Secretary Grant Shapps, made headlines earlier this week when he spoke about up to six amphibious warships planned for the Royal Marines. These ships would help fight…

3 hours ago About sharing Det Con Hayley Dyas warns offenders who may think they have evaded justice, ‘we will come for you’ By Kirstie Brewer BBC News With so…

With more young homebuyers opting for ultra-long mortgages, we hear from people about their personal experiences.

Sports Seize the Grey wins the Preakness, ending Mystik Dan’s Triple Crown bid Enlarge this image Jaime Torres, atop Seize The Grey, reacts after crossing the finish line to win…

Business ‘Magic United’: Disneyland characters vote to unionize Enlarge this image Disney characters lead a parade to celebrate Mickey Mouse’s 90th birthday at Disneyland in November 2018. Handout/Getty Images hide…