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Iconic actor and director Robert Redford dies aged 89

Iconic Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid star Robert Redford has died aged 89

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Why the Trump blimp won't be flying above London for this week's state visit

President Donald Trump is heading to the UK for a state visit this week. Find out why the Trump blimp will not be flown.

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Drivers warned that coffee or tea while driving could land them with £200 fine

Drivers warned that morning cup of tea or coffee could land them with £200 fine if they are fiyund

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DWP State Pension set to rise by more than £500 from April, figures suggest

Pensioners on the new DWP full state pension are set for a rise of over £500 a year from next April following the latest official earnings data

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Thousands plan protests for arrival of Donald Trump on UK state visit

The US president will arrive in the UK for his second state visit, an unprecedented gesture for an American leader, on Tuesday

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New Halloween experience opens at farm with 'trick trap doors' and 'mud monsters'

Priory Farm in South Nutfield is hosting Halloween trails, pumpkin picking, and family adventures from October 4 to November 2, blending autumn fun with seasonal magic.

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Constance Marten and rapist partner jailed after baby's death while on the run

Aristocrat Constance Marten and her convicted rapist partner have been jailed for 14 years for killing their newborn baby while on the run.

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Former Doctor Who star David Tennant 'thrilled' about new role

David Tennant, known for his role as the Doctor in Doctor Who, has become an ambassador for the Multibank charity set up by Gordon Brown.

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Virgin Media O2 to resume switch off in coming days leaving some with no internet

Virgin Media O2 will continue its 3G switch off on Wednesday (September 17) - see the area and devices affected.

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Wetherspoon making 2 changes this week including cutting food and drink prices

JD Wetherspoon will be making two changes in UK pubs this week - introducing a new menu item and cutting the price of food and drink for a day.

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Met Office issues yellow warning for wind TODAY - travel delays expected

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for wind in London on Monday, September 15, with risks of disruption.

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Police prepared for high-threat incident ahead of Trump visit this week

Police have said officers will be ready to respond to a potential high-threat incidents ahead of Donald Trump’s state visit

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All the plans to improve ageing transport in Richmond 'starved' of improvements

A council is pressing ahead with plans to improve ageing transport in a South West London borough “starved” of major improvements.

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'We will never surrender' Sir Keir Starmer responds to Tommy Robinson rally

Sir Keir Starmer has said 'we will never surrender' following Tommy Robinson’s Unite The Kingdom protest on Saturday.

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Frontman of popular rock band 'disgusted' as song used at Tommy Robinson march

Tim Booth, the frontman of James, has said he was left "disgusted" after the band's song Sit Down was used at Tommy Robinson's march in London.

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'Unite the Kingdom' rally sees 26 officers injured in 'unacceptable violence'

Protests led by Tommy Robinson in London have resulted in 25 arrests so far and 26 police officers injured.

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National Crime Agency's most wanted list in London including 'drug line boss'

Our monthly round-up of the National Crime Agency's most wanted list.

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New 'secret café' in Kingston wants to sell alcohol and host music nights

A new café bar could soon be opening in Kingston if plans for a premises licence are approved.

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Do you live in the banana? Divisive map show's the only 'great' part of London

The London banana map has gone viral across social media after suggesting it was the 'best' part of London.

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Nine arrests and more to come as police attacked at 'Unite the Kingdom' rally

Nine arrests have been made, with more to come as police attacked at the 'Unite the Kingdom' rally.