Police petrol bombed in Edinburgh Bonfire Night disorder
About 100 young people threw firebombs and fireworks at riot police deployed to the Niddrie area of Edinburgh.
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Queues for bottled water as thousands lose supply
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Britain’s loneliest sheep in hiding after rehoming row
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Four surprises that could upend the 2024 US election
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Refund calls as smoke ‘blocks’ Edgbaston fireworks display
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Rafah crossing: More than 100 Britons leave Gaza but dozens remain
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