'Number of horses' on the loose in central London - as one appears to be covered in blood
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Quick Glance: London Chaos: Military Horses Run Wild
- Five military horses bolted during an exercise near Buckingham Palace, causing chaos in central London streets.
- The horses were spooked by noise from a construction site, threw off their riders, and collided with vehicles.
- Three injured soldiers were hospitalized, but none of the injuries were life-threatening.
- The horses were captured shortly after and taken back to the barracks for medical tests.
Two horses which bolted through central London in a 'serious condition'
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SNP and Scottish Greens power-sharing deal ends following climate target row: The SNP and Scottish Greens power-sharing deal has formally ended following a row ...
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Violence breaks out at St George's Day event in central London: The Metropolitan Police released footage showing a group of men - some draped in St George's ...
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NATO target for defence spending should rise due to 'more dangerous world', Grant Shapps says
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King recognises Queen and Prince William in honours list and creates new role for Kate, Princess of Wales
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👩🚀 Rosemary Coogan is set to become the first astronaut from Northern Ireland and tells Sarah-Jane Mee the psychological challenges are the hardest ... Show more #astronaut #northernireland #space
Three men arrested after deaths of five people attempting to cross the Channel: Three men have been arrested after the deaths of five people - including a ...
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'Our allies in Europe have been asking 'are we going to step up?'... 'We're not going to walk away are we?''
President Biden says the US is 'standing with ... Show more news.sky.com/story/ukraine-russia-war-latest-putin-live-updates-sky-news-blog-12541713
Renters' Reform Bill gets sign off from MPs - but indefinite delay to no-fault evictions ban remains
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🐦 A competition to sound like a seagull draws some extraordinary talent in Belgium.#seagull #competition #belgium
Labour veteran Frank Field dies: Frank Field was first elected in 1979 and served as an MP until 2019. A lifelong campaigner on welfare ...
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Quick Glance: Farewell to Frank Field: A Life Dedicated to Social Justice
- The former Labour minister and advocate for poverty alleviation, Frank Field, has passed away at the age of 81.
- Throughout his career in Westminster, Lord Field championed social causes such as child poverty and modern slavery for over four decades.
- Field succumbed to a long battle with cancer in a care home in London. He advocated for a 2021 bill on assisted dying in England and Wales.
- His family emphasized that Field will be mourned by admirers in the political realm, but most of all missed by those fortunate enough to have experienced his laughter and friendship.
"We've entered a period in history in which competition between countries has sharpened profoundly"
PM Rishi Sunak and the Secretary General of NATO ... Show more news.sky.com/story/politics-latest-uk-politics-sunak-starmer-general-election-vote-labour-tories-sky-news-politics-hub-12593360
Quick Glance: Increase in UK defence spending by 2030
- Prime Minister Rishi Sunak commits to raising spending to 2.5% of GDP, putting the defence industry on a 'war footing'.
- Sunak emphasized the need for deeper stockpiles of munitions and quicker replenishment due to the events in the Ukraine conflict.
- The planned increase in defence spending would require significant financial reshuffling, partly through announced measures to reduce the size of the civil service.
- Shortly after announcing the pledge to send weapons worth 500 million pounds to Ukraine, this commitment followed.
What is Israel’s Netzah Yehuda battalion? And why could the United States be cutting assistance to them?
Sky’s international affairs editor Dominic Waghorn ... Show more #Israel #NetzahYehuda #middleeast
BREAKING: A New York court has overturned Harvey Weinstein's 2020 conviction for rape, ordering a new trial in the landmark "MeToo" case ... Show more
Quick Glance: New York Overturns Harvey Weinstein's 2020 Rape Conviction
- New York's highest court overturned Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction, citing prejudicial rulings by the judge in the landmark #MeToo trial.
- The State Court of Appeals ruling reopens a painful chapter in America's reckoning with sexual misconduct by powerful figures, ordering a new trial where his accusers might have to relive their traumas.
- Weinstein, 72, has been serving a 23-year sentence in a New York prison following his conviction, but will remain imprisoned due to another rape conviction in Los Angeles in 2022.
- This decision marks another setback for #MeToo, following the US Supreme Court's refusal to hear an appeal in the Bill Cosby case, where his sexual assault conviction was overturned by a Pennsylvania court.
Money latest: TSB announces big increases to mortgage rates - as 'market thrown into turmoil'
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BREAKING: TikTok is challenging the approval of a US bill which could see the social media app banned over safety fears
More ➡️ news.sky.com/story/is-tiktok-getting-banned-what-would-us-bill-mean-and-could-it-happen-in-the-uk-13093787 📺 Sky 501, Virgin 602 ... Show more
Student charged with trespass for staging a pro-Palestinian protest, Marie Adele Grosso, tells @yaldahakim that Columbia University wanted demonstrators’ ... Show more
Laurence Fox ordered to pay £90,000 each in damages to two people he libelled: Actor-turned-politician Laurence Fox has been ordered to pay £90 ...
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Quick Glance: Laurence Fox ordered to pay damages for libel
- Actor-turned-politician Laurence Fox has been instructed to pay £90,000 in damages to two individuals he labeled as 'paedophiles' on social media.
- Following a libel dispute in the High Court, he is now required to pay a total of £180,000.
- During an exchange over Sainsbury's decision to recognize Black History Month in October 2020, Fox referred to Mr. Blake and Crystal as 'paedophiles.'
- In a prior ruling in January, Fox's counterclaims were rejected, and judgment was made in favor of Mr. Blake and Mr. Seymour.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is in Berlin meeting German Chancellor Olaf Scholz.
Sky’s political editor Beth Rigby gives her analysis following the PM’s media ... Show more #rishisunak #olafscholz #government
A quick-acting barber and his colleague charge down the street to stop a little girl from running into a busy road
Donald Trump speaks outside court on day two of his hush money trial, attacking Joe Biden over pro-Palestinian protests at US universities ... Show more #donaldtrump #joebiden #protest
🇺🇸 What is going on at America’s top universities?
🚨 Encampments, anger and arrests across the country, with pro-Palestine protests dividing opinion ... Show more #America #University #College #Protest #Palestine #Israel #Hamas #War
The police said they saved the animal ‘with the help of the community’ 🦥#sloth #animalrescue #animals
BREAKING: One person has been arrested and three people have been injured following an incident at a school in Wales.
Sky's @Shamaan_SkyNews has the ... Show more news.sky.com/story/three-people-hurt-and-one-arrested-during-incident-at-school-in-ammanford-in-west-wales-13122033
Quick Glance: Arrest and Three Injured in Wales School Attack
- Police urge removal of social media footage to prevent contempt of court and distressing those affected.
- A parent expresses concern over the injured and highlights the rarity of such incidents in Ammanford.
- Three injured and one arrested after an incident at Ysgol Dyffryn Aman in Ammanford, South-west Wales.
- Recap of the ongoing investigation at the school as parents anxiously wait for updates on their children's safety.
Shadow environment secretary Steve Reed says Labour is aiming to match the current government’s aim to spend 2.5% of GDP on defence by the end of the decade ... Show more #politics #defence #labour #conservative
Paris Olympics: 16-year-old arrested after he said he wanted to 'die a martyr' at Games
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Man charged with kidnap and sexual assault of nine-year-old girl: A man has been charged with kidnap and sexual assault of a nine-year-old girl in Knightsbridge ...
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Sky News’ James Matthews is in New York for Donald Trump’s trial, where he is accused of falsifying business records to cover up hush money payments to the ... Show more #donaldtrump #trial #newyork
Two months ago, #JoeBiden joined #TikTok with a video captioned “lol hey guys”.
Now, the #US #president is poised to sign a bill that could ban the popular app - ... Show more #ByteDance #China #technology #SocialMedia #Democrats #Republicans #Politics #TikTokPolitics
🍷 London marathon runner Tom Gilbey tells Sky’s Sarah-Jane Mee how he felt at the end of the race after drinking a different glass of wine when he finished ... Show more #wine #marathon #london
Quick Glance: London Marathon participant honored after wine challenge goes viral
- Tom Gilbey enjoyed a glass of wine upon completing each mile of the London Marathon.
- During the race, he stopped 25 times to taste a glass of wine and guess its vintage, grape type, and country of origin.
- "It’s my first experience of this going absolutely mad and I feel very honored," he told the PA news agency.
- He was highly motivated during the marathon by the prospect of a sip of wine after every mile.
Photo of Prince Louis taken by Kate released to mark his 6th birthday: The photo of the smiling prince, shared on social media, was taken by the Princess of ...
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Quick Glance: Celebration of Prince Louis' Sixth Birthday by Kensington Palace
- A recent photo of Prince Louis, captured by The Princess of Wales in Windsor, has been posted on Kensington Palace's social media to commemorate his sixth birthday.
- In honor of his sixth birthday, events are being organized for William and Kate's youngest child to partake in.
- The released photo marks the first image of the children since the contentious Mother's Day picture altered by Kate.
- Following the Easter break, Prince Louis resumes classes at Lambrook School in Berkshire alongside his siblings.
Five migrants die during attempt to cross Channel, French media reports: A police operation is under way after reports at least five migrants have died during an ...
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Quick Glance: UK Boosts Defense Spending, Provides $620 Million Military Aid to Ukraine
- British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced an increase in defense spending to 2.5% of GDP by the end of the decade, along with a pledge to provide Ukraine with new military aid totaling $620 million, including weapons, armored vehicles, and ammunition.
- Sunak described the heightened spending as the most significant strengthening of national defense in a generation, emphasizing the need to remain vigilant in the face of current geopolitical threats.
- The UK commits to an additional £75 billion in defense spending over the next six years, aiming to raise defense expenditure to 2.5% of GDP, reaffirming a target set by Boris Johnson in 2022.
- The announcement followed similar moves by the US, approving $61 billion in aid for Ukraine, signaling an escalated international response to Russia's aggression in Ukraine.
A police operation is under way after reports at least five migrants have died during an attempt to cross the Channel.
The French coast guard confirmed there ... Show more
Donald Trump 'orchestrated a criminal scheme to corrupt' the 2016 election, historic trial hears
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Quick Glance: Trial Judge Evaluates Trump's Compliance with Gag Order
- Former President Trump is on trial in New York for hush money issues. David Pecker from 'National Enquirer' testified about an agreement to manipulate stories about Trump and his rivals.
- Concerns arose about Trump's violation of the gag order by criticizing court members. Mary McCord explained how the administration of justice can be disrupted by defendants' statements, leading to legal restrictions.
- Despite reluctance to detain a former president, fines may be imposed for attacks on witnesses and judicial families. Threats to security and witness testimonies pose serious challenges to the trial's integrity.
- Judges emphasize the importance of upholding justice by addressing threats and ensuring the safety of those involved in legal proceedings. The credibility of the trial hinges on maintaining a fair and secure environment.
UK to increase defence spending to 2.5% of GDP - meaning tens of billions of pounds of extra funding
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Quick Glance: Anne Hathaway Recalls Uncomfortable Chemistry Test with 10 Men
- Anne Hathaway shares uncomfortable experiences during chemistry tests with fellow actors in the 2000s.
- Despite initial reservations, Hathaway quickly established chemistry with Nicholas Galitzine in 'The Idea of You' as a producer.
- Instead of kissing every potential Hayes Campbell, actors were asked to showcase a song that fit the character.
- Hathaway and Galitzine immediately connected through music and dance, leading to a successful collaboration.
'Don’t come to the UK' warns asylum seeker who crossed Channel in small boat.
Read Sky's Becky Johnson's full report 👉 news.sky.com/story/asylum-seekers-warn-others-against-seeking-refuge-in-the-uk-as-some-face-prospect-of-deportation-to-rwanda-13117315
Quick Glance: British Parliament Approves Deportations to Rwanda
- The controversial plan to deport refugees to Rwanda has been approved by the British Parliament.
- Despite resistance in the upper house and multiple votes, the law was passed.
- Prime Minister Sunak is pushing for deportations to deter refugees from dangerous crossings.
- Experts question the effectiveness of the measure, while concerns about costs and legal implications persist.
Sunak says airfield on standby and planes booked for Rwanda deportations: The prime minister has said the first deportation flights to Rwanda will leave "in ...
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BREAKING: A suspected migrant boat has left the coast of France and heading in the direction of the UK.
It comes after Rishi Sunak's Rwanda Bill was finally ... Show more news.sky.com/story/dominic-raab-latest-deputy-pm-warns-of-chilling-effect-of-setting-bullying-threshold-so-low-in-critical-resignation-letter-12593360
Flight delays warning after power failure at Liverpool airport: Travellers have been warned of possible delays after a power outage grounded all flights at ...
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Sky's Adam Parsons reports from northern France where police are trying to stop dinghies, provided by smuggler gangs, from crossing the Channel ... Show more news.sky.com/story/well-be-back-tomorrow-the-migrants-risking-it-all-and-the-rubber-bullets-to-get-to-the-uk-13117218
Met chief Sir Mark Rowley has defended one of his officers who called a campaigner "openly Jewish".
Jack Blanchard and Sam Coates discuss how Sir ... Show more
Quick Glance: Tom Cruise wows guests at Victoria's 50th birthday bash
- Tom Cruise wowed A-list guests at Victoria's party.
- The Spice Girls also performed and danced to their 1997 hit.
- Victoria Beckham called the celebration the best night ever.
- Brooklyn's wife Nicola Peltz Beckham did not attend the party.
The prime minister has said the first deportation flights to Rwanda will leave "in 10 to 12 weeks", hours before MPs are due to vote on his emergency ... Show more
Train drivers at 16 rail companies to strike next month: The Aslef union claims drivers have not had a pay rise for five years.
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BREAKING: The head of Israeli military intelligence has resigned over failures around the 7 October attack.
Aharon Haliva is the first senior figure to step ... Show more news.sky.com/story/middle-east-latest-un-nuclear-watchdog-concerned-israel-could-target-iranian-nuclear-facilities-in-revenge-attack-12978800
Mark Menzies: MP accused of misusing campaign funds quits Tory Party and won't stand at next election
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Quick Glance: Mark Menzies: MP Accused of Campaign Fund Misuse, Party Exit, and Future Election Abstention
- An elected official accused of mishandling campaign funds has departed from the Conservative Party and declared no intention to participate in the upcoming general election.
- Following allegations reported in The Times, Mark Menzies revealed his decision after purportedly using political contributions to address medical costs and settle debts incurred from being confined by individuals demanding a substantial ransom for his release.
- Upon a request for scrutiny by Labour, Lancashire Police disclosed their evaluation of 'details' concerning Mr. Menzies. An internal inquiry by the Conservative Party has been initiated to explore potential improprieties in the utilization of their financial resources.
- Additionally, the party's internal oversight body will assess whether Mr. Menzies' conduct contravened the Nolan principles of public ethics, encompassing traits like altruism, probity, and candor. The spokesperson affirmed, 'We are prepared to collaborate with law enforcement, if they deem our insights beneficial to any inquiry they opt to conduct.'
Our political editor Beth Rigby looks ahead to a big week overseas for Rishi Sunak, as £500m in additional military aid to Ukraine is announced
FTSE 100 hits new record high helped by five-month low for pound: While the FTSE 100's performance has lagged that of most peers for some time ...
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