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11 October 2024

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News imageA scorpion in a tupperware container

Warning of rise in creepy crawlies found lurking inside parcels

Three venomous scorpions have been found in parcels in the UK in the last month, expert Chris Newman says.

News imageScreenshot of Mike Smalls Jr as he livestreams during a recent hurricane in Florida

Influencers risking death in hurricanes for clicks and cash

As hurricanes devastate Florida, influencers have been risking their lives with livestreams and stunts.

News imageA close-up of the headstone detailing Hannah Twynnoy's date of death and showing a poem which includes the words, "For Tyger fierce Took Life away".

Grave of woman killed by tiger in pub restored

The 18th Century headstone of Hannah Twynnoy has been restored following a campaign in Malmesbury.

News imageLupita Nyong'o poses at a film premiere

Lupita Nyong'o speaks of family ordeal and condemns 'chilling' Kenya crackdown

The Hollywood star, who grew up in Kenya, said the response to this year's protests was "upsetting".

News imageA model prepares backstage for the show of the Russian brand Barbino Maison during the Moscow Fashion Week at the Manezh exhibition hall in Moscow on October 9, 2024.

Fashion, floods and the Northern Lights: Photos of the week

A selection of striking news photographs taken around the world this week.

News imageA mother stands over her seated daughter at a school celebration

Devastating setback for evacuated Gaza teen after surgery

The ongoing Israel-Hamas war broke out 12 days before the girl was to receive treatment in Jerusalem.

News imageDNA samples were taken in 2003 from the bones of Columbus - known in Spanish as Cristóbal Colón - and his son Hernando

Christopher Columbus's DNA to shed light on his origins

Research seeking to solve the mystery of the legendary explorer's birthplace will feature in a documentary.

News imageSinn Fein vice president and Northern Ireland First Minister Michelle O'Neill is pictured before she gives her keynote speech at the Sinn Fein Ard Fheis on September 27, 2024 in Athlone, Ireland. She has blonde hair, which is up, and wears glasses. She has a plum coloured jacket on.

McMonagle case leaves unanswered questions for Sinn Féin

The man labelled a "monster" by Michelle O'Neill leaves a trail of unanswered questions for Sinn Fein.

News imageThe lights were visible over landmarks in New York City on Thursday

Why are we seeing the Northern Lights so often lately?

The sun is at the peak of an 11-year solar cycle that allows for more solar flares and more frequent sightings.

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