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Architect of 1968 coup plot dramatised in The Crown denied involvement files
Reports of an alleged Government coup attempt in 1968, recreated for Netflix series The Crown, had no foundation in fact, according to one of the high-profile men accused years later over the plot..
Worried Blair aides held brainstorm session to devise fresh approach for PMQs
He earned a reputation during his decade in Downing Street as a charismatic leader able to communicate effectively..
Minimum alcohol pricing policy may not be curbing drinking in those most at risk
The introduction of minimum pricing for alcohol to protect heavy drinkers may not be curbing the habit for the more vulnerable consumers, according to a new report..
More than a quarter of children on diets even if healthy weight
More than a quarter of children are on diets, including those of a healthy weight, new research suggests..
Ryan Owens turns clock back at Commonwealth Games with individual sprint return
Olympic medallist Ryan Owens will turn back the clock at the Commonwealth Games when he returns to the individual sprint competition..
Government launches electricity market review after prices soar for households
The Government is considering changes which would allow households to draw energy from the grid at cheaper rates when demand is low or more is produced due to the weather as part of a major review into the UK electricity market..
Bison take to new Kent woodland home in scheme to curb climate and nature crises
Bison have been introduced into an ancient British woodland to help tackle the nature and climate crises, conservationists said..
Boris Johnson attends Farnborough Air Show
Boris Johnson has arrived at Farnborough Air Show in one of his final public appearances as Prime Minister..
Johnson defended after missing heatwave meetings as PM accused of clocking off
Boris Johnson has already clocked off from his job as Prime Minister, Labour claimed over his failure to lead Cobra meetings in response to the heatwave..
Rory McIlroy determined to finish season strongly after Open disappointment
When Tiger Woods won the Open at St Andrews in 2000, he famously did not find a single bunker, shot 19 under par and won by eight shots..
Patrick Vieira admits Palace are disadvantaged by missing players in pre season
Patrick Vieira admits it is not ideal to be preparing for the new season without so many key players but Crystal Palaces manager is trying to take the positives from his absentee-hit squads trip to Australia..
Average asking price for a home hits record high for sixth month in a row
The average price tag on a home hit a record high for the sixth consecutive month in July, according to a property website..
Waiting list for food charity The Felix Project surpasses 700
A food distribution charity said demand has gone through the roof amid the war in Ukraine and cost-of-living crisis with its waiting list ballooning to more than 700..
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck marry at White Wedding Chapel in Las Vegas
Jennifer Lopez has confirmed her marriage to Ben Affleck at the famous Little White Wedding Chapel in Las Vegas..
Bison set for release into British woodland to help nature and climate crises
Bison are being introduced into an ancient British woodland to help tackle the nature and climate crises, conservationists said..
Katarina Johnson Thompson frustrated at failure to challenge for medals
Defending champion Katarina Johnson-Thompson revealed her frustration at failing to challenge for medals after day one of the heptathlon..
Former champion Gary Anderson crashes out of World Matchplay in Blackpool
Former World Matchplay champion Gary Anderson suffered a first-round exit at the Winter Gardens on Sunday after he went down 10-7 to Daryl Gurney..
No clear evidence Rwanda plan deterring migrant crossings MPs
There is no clear evidence the Governments plan to send migrants to Rwanda will deter Channel crossings, according to MPs..
Amazon takes on Tesco with grocery price promise
Amazons grocery arm is to take on Tesco with a new price match promise as it becomes the latest retail giant to pledge it will keep prices low for customers amid the cost-of-living crisis..
Poorer pupils significantly behind in England and Wales
Poorer pupils in England and Wales are significantly behind their peers, according to a new report..





















