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Young guns for hire - the teenage hitmen recruited to kill across Europe

The Foxtrot Network is thought to be responsible for about 35 murders in Europe, and uses violence-as-a-service tactics.

Spain attacks 'selfish' response of some EU countries to Ceuta migrant crossings

Italy has temporarily suspended the Schengen arrangement with Spain as Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni called scenes in Ceuta "shocking".

Russian strikes on Kyiv kill at least four, Ukraine officials say

The attack comes as Russia escalates deadly ballistic missile attacks on the Ukrainian capital.

He bought a fitness supplement online to bulk up, but ended up losing his mind

Daniel Murphy went into psychosis after taking missold drugs which had been mixed with steroids.

The Papers: 'Spanish border crisis' and 'iron chancellor'

The crossing of 60,000 migrants into the Spanish North African enclave of Ceuta from Morocco is featured prominently across Saturday's papers.

India's 'cockroach' protesters have wounds consistent with pellet-gun fire, say experts

Ballistic experts say the dozens of tiny round punctures are tell-tale signs of pellet gun injuries.

The local girls preparing to take on Liverpool and Manchester United

Players at the fifth edition of the Girls' Super Cup NI say playing top teams is only making them better.

What triggered the mass migrant crossings into Ceuta?

An estimated 60,000 migrants from Morocco have crossed into Ceuta, with dozens dying during the journey.

Infantino on the brink? Who might replace him if he goes?

Fifa president Gianni Infantino is in the eye of a storm after his attempt to sell stakes in the World Cup. If he goes, who comes in?

Police release Nancy Guthrie ransom notes in latest bid to find kidnappers

Investigators hope the notes' "distinct linguistic characteristics" may be recognised by a member of the public.

Fifa scraps controversial World Cup investment plan

Fifa scraps controversial plan to sell off stakes in its major competitions after widespread opposition to president Gianni Infantino's idea.

Israeli official says troops won't pull back in Gaza without 'genuine' Hamas disarmament

Donald Trump insists Israel is "very happy" with a proposal for the Palestinian group to give up weapons in exchange for an Israeli withdrawal.

Why do parts of England and Wales keep falling into drought?

More than half of England and the whole of Wales has been declared to be in drought this week - the third such event over the past five years.

Greens review social media operation as Polanski row rumbles on

The Green Party is grappling with how to manage its social media following a controversial post by its leader.

Drought declared across whole of Wales as conditions 'deteriorate'

Wales is on course for its driest July on record in almost 190 years.

European nations to boycott World Cup if Fifa goes ahead with investment plan

Uefa's 55 member associations vote to boycott the World Cup if Fifa proceeds with its plan to sell stakes in its competitions.

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Laughter and tears at Dame Penelope Keith funeral

Broadcaster Gyles Brandreth says the service at Guildford Cathedral was "deeply moving".

Richard Hammond fined £999 for speeding offences

The TV host is caught speeding twice in Herefordshire in the space of three weeks, magistrates hear.

French Navy carries out 'shooting drill' during MP's BBC interview

Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp says the vessel fired 17 shots as he was giving a BBC interview.

Some parents on benefits to get up to £4,500 for child starting apprenticeship

Some parents on benefits are incentivised to discourage their kids from taking on apprenticeships.

Oklahoma governor calls on officials to resign over recording of racist and threatening remarks

'My stomach is hurting from laughing': Hear panelist's reaction to DeSantis' threat to Disney

CNN panelists react to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis floating the idea of building a competing theme park next to Disney World in Orlando.

Jake Gyllenhaal and Jamie Lee Curtis spent the Covid-19 lockdown together

It's sourdough bread and handstands for Jake Gyllenhaal and Jamie Lee Curtis.