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Jersey News
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Grenfell Tower guidance included in Jersey's new fire safety regulations for flats
Jersey's government wants to adopt some of the recommendations made in the Grenfell Tower Phase One report to improve the fire safety of tall blocks of flats.
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Man taken to hospital with serious injuries after assault in St Helier
Police are appealing for information regarding an assault in St Helier yesterday night (31 July)
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You 'otter' have a look at Jersey's Zoo's new residents!
Jersey Zoo have welcomed two new arrivals this week; giant otters Alexandra and Fia.
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Multi-agency rope rescue at Grosnez
Jersey Fire and Rescue were called to an incident at Grosnez, after someone became stuck on the rocks near the headland.
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Jersey businessman sentenced for importing more than 5,500 Class A pills
A man has been arrested after more than 5,500 ecstasy and psychedelic pills were discovered in a parcel from Germany, with a street value of £167,000.
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Police seek witnesses of alleged attack that left victim with concussion
The victim is believed to have suffered a concussion as a result of punches to the head.
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Firefighters called to blaze near Holme Grown
Jersey Fire and Rescue is dealing with a fire in Grouville near Holme Grown.
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University College Jersey opens first Masters Degree
University College Jersey has announced its first ever masters degree programme - the Master of Research (MRes) in Island Studies.
Guernsey News
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Guernsey's senior politician targeted in AI scam
Scammers fake deputy Lindsay de Sausmarez endorsing non existent investment scheme.
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Yachtsman dies after falling overboard off Guernsey
A major search operation is launched in the middle of the night for a missing elderly yachtsman.
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Guernsey firm provides States IT helpdesk services
Multi million pound contract with Agilisys officially ended last night, 31 July.
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St Peter Port hosts 5th Street Festival
Musicians, dancers, and storytellers have swarmed upon St Peter Port for the fifth annual Street Festival.
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States of Alderney statement on Gaza
Alderney joins Guernsey in highlighting the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
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68% of Guernsey post boxes set for removal
Guernsey Post proposes to reduce the number of roadside post boxes to 45, in response to a significant decline in usage.
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Guernsey joins calls for peace in Gaza
Guernsey's Chief Minister has written to the UK's Prime Minister to express support for ending the war in Gaza.
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Guernsey's population may be 3% smaller than stated
Issues with data in the Rolling Electronic Census mean the number of people leaving the island may have been over estimated.
UK News
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Man, 76, charged after children fell ill at summer camp
A 76-year-old man has been charged with child cruelty offences after youngsters fell ill at a summer camp.
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Full details of Heathrow's plans for a third runway revealed
Heathrow Airport has said it can build a third runway for £21bn within the next decade - with the total cost of expanding the airport estimated at £49bn.
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Storm Floris to bring 'unseasonably strong winds and heavy rain', says Met Office
The Met Office says a storm is set to hit the UK next week - and has named it Storm Floris.
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Supreme Court rules in lenders' favour in car finance case - in blow to motorists
British banks and lenders have been spared a huge bill as the Supreme Court has overturned a ruling that could have meant millions of motorists were due compensation for mis-sold car finance.
Sport
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Alexander Isak transfer news: Newcastle striker training at Real Sociedad amid uncertainty over future
Alexander Isak is training alone at his former club Real Sociedad's training facilities amid uncertainty over his Newcastle future.
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Ruben Amorim says Manchester United look like a different team compared to last season after pre-season victory over Bournemouth
Ruben Amorim says Manchester United "look like a different team" after they earned their second victory in the Premier League Summer Series.
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Louis Rees-Zammit: Former Wales winger returning to rugby and hoping to sign for club soon after attempt to break into NFL
Former Wales winger Louis Rees-Zammit says he's had "a lot of interest" and hopes to find a new club "next week" after leaving the NFL and returning to rugby.
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Hungarian GP: Lando Norris pips Oscar Piastri as McLaren make dominant start to F1 weekend in Budapest
Lando Norris led Oscar Piastri in a dominant McLaren one-two in first practice for the Hungarian Grand Prix.
Business & Finance
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US trade war: The state of play as Trump signs order imposing new tariffs - but there are more delays
Donald Trump's trade war has been difficult to keep up with, to put it mildly.
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Trump's tariffs are back - here's who is in his sights this time
It is "Liberation Day" III - the third tariff deadline set by Donald Trump.
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Supreme Court rules in lenders' favour in car finance case - in blow to motorists
British banks and lenders have been spared a huge bill as the Supreme Court has overturned a ruling that could have meant millions of motorists were due compensation for mis-sold car finance.
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Fast-growing motor insurer Cuvva enlists bankers to explore sale
Cuvva, a fast-growing provider of short-term motor insurance, has drafted in advisers to explore a sale a decade after it was founded.
Entertainment & Showbiz
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Jewish comedian says shows cancelled as Gaza in the spotlight at Edinburgh Fringe
The Edinburgh Fringe, the world's largest arts festival, is getting under way, and the conflict in Gaza seems to be feeding into what's happening.
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Brian Cox: Trump talking 'b*******s' on Scottish independence
Hollywood actor Brian Cox has told Sky News that Donald Trump is talking "bollocks" after suggesting there should be 50 or 75 years between Scottish independence referendums.
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Flintoff praises NHS staff who treated him after crash, as doctor says his injuries were 'among most complex' he's ever seen
Andrew Flintoff has praised the "love and compassion" of "superhero" staff in a visit to the hospital that treated him after his crash.
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Hulk Hogan died of heart attack, says medical examiner
Legendary WWE wrestler Hulk Hogan died of a heart attack, according to a Florida medical examiner's report.
UK Politics
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves dodges wealth tax calls from predecessor
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has dodged calls from her predecessor Anneliese Dodds for a wealth tax to be considered ahead of this autumn's budget.
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Trump ally calls for big tech 'united front' to fight online safety laws
A "united front" of US social media giants could try to "fight off" regulation implemented in Europe, an American politician has suggested.
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Ex-minister Tulip Siddiq set to face corruption trial in Bangladesh
Former anti-corruption minister Tulip Siddiq is set to face trial later this month over corruption allegations in Bangladesh.
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Former Labour minister Anneliese Dodds says she 'hopes' Rachel Reeves is considering wealth tax
A former Labour minister has said she wants Rachel Reeves to consider the "evidence" behind introducing a wealth tax in the UK.
Around the world
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Trump orders two nuclear submarines to be moved after 'highly provocative' comments from ex-Russian president
Donald Trump says he has ordered two nuclear submarines to be positioned in the "appropriate regions" in a row with former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev.
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US trade war: The state of play as Trump signs order imposing new tariffs - but there are more delays
Donald Trump's trade war has been difficult to keep up with, to put it mildly.
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'Little confidence' US Gaza delegation would see full picture
The visit to Gaza by Trump's envoy was an important gesture to show America cared about the humanitarian situation there amid mounting pressure at home and abroad.
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Cambodian soldiers returned by Thailand after ceasefire deal
Two Cambodian soldiers have been returned by Thailand ahead of a key meeting aimed at maintaining a ceasefire between the countries.
Science and Technology
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Trump ally calls for big tech 'united front' to fight online safety laws
A "united front" of US social media giants could try to "fight off" regulation implemented in Europe, an American politician has suggested.
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Record-breaking baby born from oldest ever embryo
The world's "oldest baby" has been born in the United States.
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Scotland approves world's 'biggest offshore windfarm' project - days after Donald Trump pressured First Minister to scrap renewables
The Scottish Government has given approval for what is being called the world's "biggest offshore windfarms" just days after US President Donald Trump pressured Scotland's First Minister to scrap renewable projects.
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Ofcom launches investigation into new age checks on 34 pornography websites
The UK's internet watchdog has launched an investigation into how four companies - that collectively run 34 pornography sites - are complying with new age-check requirements.
And finally...
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Bishop in dressing gown interrupts church concert - and asks crowd to 'leave my house'
A disgruntled bishop in a dressing gown has interrupted a church concert in London - telling singers to stop their "terrible racket" and "leave his house".
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Company at heart of Coldplay viral video releases tongue-in-cheek clip - with a big twist
The company at the centre of a viral video at a Coldplay concert has released a tongue-in-cheek clip on social media - featuring Gwyneth Paltrow as a "temporary spokesperson".
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The King and AI: A humanoid robot has painted a picture of Charles. How did it do?
Whether or not the UK will have a Royal Family in the future is something that often comes up in debate.
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Lamine Yamal: Disability rights group threatens legal action after people with dwarfism reportedly hired for star's birthday party
A Spanish disability group has threatened legal action after people with dwarfism were reportedly hired as entertainers for Lamine Yamal's 18th birthday.