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Brit drowns in Thailand rip current on holiday

A 37-year-old British man from Ipswich died after being caught in a rip current at Freedom Beach, Phuket. This is the fourth tourist fatality in three days on southern Thai beaches.

British tourist drowns in Phuket, Thailand

A 37-year-old British father from Ipswich drowned in front of his wife at Freedom Beach, Phuket. He was the fourth tourist to die on southern Thai beaches in 72 hours. Read the full report.

Brazil's Bolsonaro arrested before prison sentence

Brazil's federal police have arrested former President Jair Bolsonaro preemptively, days before his 27-year prison sentence for leading a coup attempt was due to begin. Discover the full story.

Prince William and Starmer's awkward handshake moment

An unexpected moment of protocol confusion unfolded at the environmental summit as Prince William and Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer appeared to fumble a handshake with President Lula da Silva, creating a viral diplomatic incident.

British tourist drowns in Venice canal

Tragedy strikes as a British holidaymaker dies after falling into a Venetian canal following an evening walk with his wife during their Italian getaway.

EU chief cancels Brazil trip over Amazon remarks

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen abruptly cancels high-profile Brazil visit following controversial remarks about the Amazon rainforest, sparking diplomatic tensions.

British tourist dies during Rhodes holiday getaway

A 44-year-old British man has died suddenly while on holiday in Rhodes, with local authorities investigating the mysterious circumstances surrounding his death during what should have been a dream Greek getaway.

Prince William's Earthshot mission to Brazil begins

The Prince of Wales embarks on a significant four-day visit to Brazil, championing the Earthshot Prize and strengthening UK-Brazil relations through environmental diplomacy and community engagement.

Deadly Rio police raid in favela sparks outrage

A violent police operation in Rio de Janeiro's Complexo da Penha favela has left multiple residents dead, raising serious human rights concerns and drawing condemnation from officials.

British tourist dies after Dublin assault

Simon Tweed, 58, from Kent, has died weeks after being kicked in the head during an unprovoked attack in Dublin city centre. Gardaí continue hunting for the suspect while his devastated family pays tribute to their 'gentle giant'.

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