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Baptism record at Manchester Cathedral offers insight into Black Mancunian life in Georgian-era England

A parish entry reveals an argument that proved pivotal to the abolitionist cause, at a time when an estimated 20,000 Black people were living in the countryWhen the abolitionist Thomas Clarkson gave a sermon in 1787 at Manchester Cathedral – during the city’s first mass meeting against the transatla...

Chris Osuh Community affairs correspondent 2 months ago

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Mexico return luxury watches gifted by YouTuber

World Cup co-hosts Mexico - who play England on Sunday night - return luxury watches gifted to them by a content creator because Fifa rules prohibit expensive gifts.

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Cricket match abandoned after bull storms pitch

The bull's owner brought along a cow to entice it off the Burnopfield playing grounds to no avail.

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Cricket match abandoned after bull storms pitch

The bull's owner brought along a cow to entice it off the Burnopfield playing grounds to no avail.

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Ofsted drops ‘clumsy’ and ‘offensive’ guidance linking autism and extremism

Training document used to teach inspectors updated after campaign by celebrities including Chris PackhamOfsted, the body responsible for safeguarding in education in England, has dropped guidance for inspectors that linked autism and extremism after an outcry from celebrity campaigners.An education...

Rajeev Syal Home affairs editor 2 months ago

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Chinese underground church figure Jin Mingri freed from prison

The Zion Church founder's release comes after a direct plea to Xi Jinping from Donald Trump.

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Mysterious debris found on Queensland beaches could be ‘space balls’ – and may contain toxic rocket fuel

Australian Space Agency working to confirm origin of objects as space archaeologist says they may be connected to a rocket launchGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastSix pieces of suspected space debris found washed up on north Queensland beaches could be “space balls” that are...

Graham Readfearn 2 months ago

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How Iran's new regime is very different to what came before

Khamenei's funeral is another reminder of the change Iran has seen, but what does its new leadership want?

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How Iran's new regime is very different to what came before

Khamenei's funeral is another reminder of the change Iran has seen, but what does its new leadership want?

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Liberal frontbencher Dan Tehan says coalition with One Nation ‘not even being talked about’

Anthony Albanese mocks ructions on conservative side of politics and says three rightwing parties are caught up in ‘race to the bottom’Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastLiberal frontbencher Dan Tehan says he does not want to be in a rightwing coalition with One Nation, despi...

Josh Butler 2 months ago

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Could Farage quit? Questions swirl over Reform UK leader’s future

Farage is under pressure over £5m gift, byelection losses and rise of rival Restore but allies say exit speculation is ‘wishful thinking’“Of course he’s tired. He’s just done two months campaigning every day on the road, it would be weird if he wasn’t. But that doesn’t mean he’s going to quit,” says...

Rowena Mason, Ben Quinn and Peter Walker 2 months ago

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Make Ed Miliband chancellor, ex-chief Treasury adviser tells Andy Burnham

Nicholas Stern joins growing number backing Miliband, saying he has vision and experience to revive economyA former chief economic adviser to the Treasury has called on Andy Burnham to appoint Ed Miliband as chancellor, arguing the energy secretary has a “bold” vision to revive the economy.Nicholas...

Phillip Inman 2 months ago

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US marks its 250th birthday with fireworks, flyovers and extreme weather

US President Trump's Washington DC speech included some of his political agenda but also honored war veterans and American history.

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NSW Labor to adopt tougher pokies stance as Sydney inner west mayor says ‘momentum for real reform unstoppable’

State Labor conference expected to pass a motion which would commit to 50% of machines being removed from operation in next 10 yearsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastNew South Wales premier Chris Minns will take a tougher stance on poker machines to the next election after b...

Penry Buckley 2 months ago

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Tuchel praises respectful Mexico fans amid increased security

Thomas Tuchel dismisses concerns over England's treatment in Mexico, saying it has been "nicer than I expected" and that home fans are "friendly and respectful".

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A very British love affair - why Wimbledon regulars keep coming back

Devoted fans of the SW19 Championships tell stories of camping in the queue and lifelong friendships.

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A very British love affair - why Wimbledon regulars keep coming back

Devoted fans of the SW19 Championships tell stories of camping in the queue and lifelong friendships.

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France survive Paraguay's 'disgraceful' and 'embarrassing' dark arts

After dismantling all before them at this World Cup, France had to find a new way to win against a Paraguay side whose use of the dark arts angered many of those watching.

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France survive Paraguay's 'disgraceful' and 'embarrassing' dark arts

After dismantling all before them at this World Cup, France had to find a new way to win against a Paraguay side whose use of the dark arts angered many of those watching.

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TikTokers on how Manchester became an 'influencer heaven'

Influencers are showing the world why they think Manchester is a great place it is to live.

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How Manchester became an 'influencer heaven'

Influencers are showing the world why they think Manchester is a great place it is to live.

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Founder of prominent underground church released from prison in China

Ezra Jin, founder of Zion Church, lands in the US and reunites with family who are ‘overwhelmed with joy’The founder of one of China’s most prominent underground churches has been released from prison and reunited with his family in the United States.Ezra Jin, the founder of Zion Church, landed in t...

Amy Hawkins in Beijing 2 months ago

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Farage denies rules broken after reports benefits from ally were undeclared

The Sunday Times said the Reform UK leader failed to declare benefits from an ally convicted of fraud in the US.

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Woman charged with murder after body of four-year-old boy found in Central Coast home

Police are investigating what happened to a boy who was found with significant arm injuriesFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA woman has been charged with murder after police found the body of a pre-schooler at a home on...

Australian Associated Press 2 months ago

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