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Two women tried to expose Jeffrey Epstein three decades ago. Why didn’t the FBI stop him?
Maria Farmer contacted the FBI in 1996 after she and her little sister were molested by Epstein. While the recent unsealing of documents provided some clarity regarding the extent of his criminal enterprise, federal authorities have failed to answer why it took so long to prosecute the disgraced financier. Andrea Blanco reports
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UN defends Palestinian aid agency, and US has 1st military deaths in region since war in Gaza began
The United Nations secretary-general has called on the United States and others to resume funding the main agency providing aid in Gaza after Israel accused a dozen employees of taking part in the Hamas attack that ignited the war and stoked deadly instability across the Middle East
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Three US troops killed and 25 injured in drone strike by Iranian-backed militia in Jordan
Fatalities blamed on Iranian backed militia and mark the first US casualties in the Middle East since Hamas invasion of Israel
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Dorries pledges to hand back nearly £17,000 ‘golden goodbye’ given in error
Boris Johnson ally joked that as a result of the blunder ‘everybody knows I’m not 49’
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A quiet weekend at the box office with ‘The Beekeeper' on top and some Oscar boosts
Holdovers and Oscar hopefuls dominated the North American box office charts this weekend in the absence of any new wide releases
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UK weather mapped: Met Office issues four days of warnings with 70mph gales and heavy rain
Strong and gusty winds are likely to cause some travel disruption, with some journeys taking longer than usual and potential delays to road, rail, air and ferry services.
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‘I pleaded for him to stop’: Domestic abuse victim tells of ordeal of living with 7 brain injuries
Anushka* suffered seven traumatic brain injuries at the hands of her violent ex-husband. The 40-year-old told of how her ex-partner, who was jailed for his campaign of abuse, would beat her up with his bare hands and use chairs, cutlery, crockery, hangers, vases – anything convenient – to attack her.
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New Orleans thief steals 7 king cakes from bakery in a very Mardi Gras way
With their purple, gold and green colors and toy babies hidden inside, king cakes are staples of Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans
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What is UNRWA, the main aid provider in Gaza that Israel accuses of militant links?
Israel’s allegations that 12 employees of a United Nations agency were involved in Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack have led several Western countries to cut off funding and reignited debate over Gaza’s biggest humanitarian aid provider
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Jamie Dornan reflects on ‘strange’ 50 Shades ‘ridicule’ during ‘incredibly moving’ Desert Island Discs
Actor fought back tears while discussing ‘guilt’ over late mother in ‘emotional’ episode
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Science sleuths are using technology to find fakery in published research
Allegations of research fakery at a leading cancer center have turned a spotlight on scientific integrity and the amateur sleuths uncovering image manipulation in published research
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Peaky Blinders star Paul Anderson pleads guilty to crack cocaine possession
‘He is often recognised and does his best to please fans of the show by slipping into character,’ actor’s lawyer allegedly said during court appearance
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The Traitors viewers left baffled by unexplained finale change
Hit BBC reality series came to an end on Friday night
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Oregon weekly newspaper to relaunch print edition after theft forced it to lay off its entire staff
An Oregon weekly newspaper that had to lay off its entire staff after its funds were embezzled will relaunch its print edition next month
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Bullfight advocates working with young people to attract new followers in Mexico
Bullfighting is under siege in many parts of Mexico, and some of its biggest supporters are responding by looking to draw in new fans, particularly younger ones
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Central Park 5 exoneree and council member says police stopped him without giving a reason
New York City Council Member Yusef Salaam says he was pulled over by city police without being given an explanation
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Poland protests error in a social media post by EU chief suggesting Auschwitz death camp was Polish
Poland has protested a mistake in a social media post by the head of the European Commission that wrongly suggested the World War II Auschwitz death camp was Polish
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Biden: Three Americans killed, 'many' wounded in drone attack by Iran-backed militia in Jordan
President Joe Biden says three American service members were killed and “many” were wounded in a drone strike in Jordan
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SNL star Colin Jost roasts ‘unlikeable’ Trump over E Jean Carroll verdict
Sketch show’s ‘Weekend update’ segment lampooned Trump once again
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Troy Beckwith death: Neighbours star dies, aged 48
Beckwith’s former soap co-stars are paying tribute to actor
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Watch live: Joe Biden campaigns in South Carolina as he attempts to woo voters
Watch live as President Joe Biden campaigns in South Carolina as the race for the White House heats up.
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Pakistani police use tear gas to disperse pre-election rally by supporters of former leader Khan
Pakistani police have fired tear gas to disperse supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan in the southern city of Karachi
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Most Americans feel they pay too much in taxes, AP-NORC poll finds
A majority of U.S. taxpayers feel they pay too much in taxes, with many saying that they receive a poor value in return
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What is UNRWA, the main aid provider in Gaza that Israel accuses of militant links?
Israel’s allegations that 12 employees of a United Nations agency were involved in Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack have led several Western countries to cut off funding and reignited debate over Gaza’s biggest humanitarian aid provider
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Why was nearly every newspaper stolen from this Colorado town after an assault in a police chief’s home?
The seasonal Colorado mountain town of Ouray became a flashpoint for the debate about free press and local journalism when nearly all the county papers were stolen from stands – as details broke last week of an alleged sex assault at the police chief’s home. But the truth is more nuanced, the thief tells Sheila Flynn, and his actions have inadvertently highlighted the challenges and ethics of handling sex crime cases in everyone-knows-everyone rural America
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Sinner rallies from 2 sets down to win the Australian Open final from Medvedev, clinches 1st major
Jannik Sinner has rallied from two sets down to win the Australian Open final against Daniil Medvedev and clinch his first Grand Slam title
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Houthis rebels launch drone attack on British Navy ship HMS Diamond
UK remains “undaunted” after attack was repelled, says defence secretary
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Climate activists throw soup at glass protecting Mona Lisa in Paris as farmers' protests continue
Two climate activists have hurled soup at the glass protecting the Mona Lisa at the Louvre Museum in Paris and shouted slogans advocating for a sustainable food system
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Sahara dust cloud headed to UK as Met Office warns cars could be covered by orange dirt
The Sahara dust will be enveloped by rainfall on Sunday and Monday
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Moment world’s largest cruise ship sets sail from Miami
Watch the moment Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas embarks on its maiden voyage from Miami on Saturday, 27 January.