ITV has announced changes to the hosting and coaching team for The Voice UK. Stacey Solomon and Alesha Dixon will be the new hosts, replacing Emma Willis, while Cheryl and rapper Aitch have joined as new coaches alongside returning members Kelly Rowland and Will.I.Am. Sir Tom Jones will no longer be a coach due to an insurance issue.
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Stacey Solomon and Alesha Dixon will host The Voice UK starting with the next series.
Emma Willis, who hosted since 2014, left to host Strictly Come Dancing on BBC One.
Cheryl, a singer formerly with Girls Aloud, and rapper Aitch will join as coaches.
Kelly Rowland and Will.I.Am will continue as coaches on the show.
Sir Tom Jones was removed as a coach because of insurance problems and was not happy about the reduced role offered.
The next series began filming on Friday and will feature the new lineup.
Tom Fletcher and Danny Jones from McFly, who were joint coaches, will not return.
Emma Willis will finish hosting the current series of The Voice UK before starting on Strictly Come Dancing.
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Over 300 dogs helped in the search and rescue efforts after the September 11 terrorist attacks. These dogs played important roles in finding survivors and recovering victims at Ground Zero.
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More than 300 dogs were involved in the 9/11 search and recovery operations.
The dogs assisted rescuers by locating survivors and bodies.
Their work took place at Ground Zero, the site of the World Trade Center attacks.
Search and rescue dogs are specially trained to find people in disaster areas.
These dogs helped save lives and provided support to rescue workers.
The efforts happened in response to the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001.
The dogs’ contributions are remembered as a key part of the recovery work.
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The article is a personal account of a return visit to Lower Manhattan, near the World Trade Center, 25 years after the 9/11 attacks. It describes the changes in the area over time, including how a local high school was used for emergency services after the attacks and how the Financial District has evolved from mainly offices to a mix of residential buildings.
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The author grew up in New York City and attended Stuyvesant High School near the World Trade Center.
Stuyvesant High School was used as an emergency triage center immediately after the 9/11 attacks.
Students at Stuyvesant were temporarily taught elsewhere before the school reopened.
The Financial District was once quiet at night but became almost empty after 9/11 due to companies leaving.
Toxic air from the attacks caused many companies to move out of Lower Manhattan.
Residential development helped the area recover, with many office buildings converted into homes.
Local landmarks like Battery Park City and the New Amsterdam Library remain significant parts of the neighborhood.
The article includes reflections from a Lower Manhattan historian who lost a family member in the attacks and highlights the personal impact on residents.
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Russia’s Interior Ministry proposes a new system for bringing in foreign workers only for the time they are needed, with strict control over where they live and work, and requiring them to return home after their job ends. This plan aims to fix labor shortages caused by factors like low unemployment, the war in Ukraine, and Russia’s aging population. President Putin has shown support for this idea, which seeks to avoid permanent immigration.
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Russia faces a labor shortage with a very low unemployment rate around 2.3%.
The war in Ukraine and military recruitment have reduced Russia’s civilian workforce.
Russia is aging quickly, with a shrinking group of 30-to-39-year-olds and many expected retirements by 2032.
The Interior Ministry’s plan would let companies request foreign workers who would live in designated housing and return home after their contracts.
About 100,000 foreigners have been expelled from Russia in the last 18 months, most forcibly.
Russia wants to avoid permanent migration while still bringing in foreign workers temporarily.
President Putin called the new system a “civilized method” and supports the proposal.
The Duma (Russia’s parliament) still needs to vote on this immigration plan.
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On September 11, 2001, passengers on United Airlines Flight 93 made phone calls to their loved ones before their plane crashed in Shanksville, Pennsylvania. They decided to fight back against the hijackers, which may have stopped another large attack in the United States.
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Flight 93 crashed in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, on 9/11.
Passengers made 37 phone calls to family and friends during the hijacking.
The passengers learned about other attacks happening that day.
They chose to confront the hijackers and try to regain control of the plane.
Their actions likely prevented the hijackers from reaching their intended target.
The bravery of the passengers is remembered as an important part of 9/11 history.
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A new study found that artificial light in bedrooms at night may harm the heart's structure and function. The research suggests that exposure to light at night could increase the risk of heart disease by disrupting sleep and the body’s natural clock.
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Researchers from Tulane University studied over 11,000 people using wrist devices to measure nighttime light exposure.
Higher exposure to light at night was linked to thicker heart walls and increased heart muscle mass.
Changes in heart function affected both sides of the heart in those exposed to more nighttime light.
Light at night may shorten and reduce the quality of sleep by disturbing the circadian rhythm, the body’s 24-hour internal clock.
The study was published in the European Heart Journal on September 9.
Cardiovascular diseases kill one person in the U.S. every 34 seconds.
Light pollution comes from streetlights, screens, headlights, and other artificial sources.
Disrupted circadian rhythms can prevent heart cells from repairing properly during sleep, leading to heart damage.
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Will Jimeno, a new police officer for the Port Authority, was buried under 30 feet of rubble when the South Tower of the World Trade Center collapsed on September 11, 2001. He survived and was rescued at Ground Zero in New York City during the rescue efforts that day.
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Will Jimeno was a rookie Port Authority police officer on 9/11.
He was buried alive under 30 feet of rubble when the South Tower collapsed.
The collapse happened suddenly, trapping him beneath debris.
Rescuers found and saved him at Ground Zero, the site of the attacks.
His story was shared in a CBS News report recalling the events of that day.
The World Trade Center attack occurred on September 11, 2001.
Ground Zero refers to the area where the Twin Towers once stood.
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Thai police arrested a senior Buddhist monk for allegedly stealing $2.8 million meant for his temple. The case also involves a woman accused of helping him hide the money, and videos of them breaking monk celibacy rules have been shown in the media.
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The arrested monk is Phra Wachirayan Wi, 66, abbot of Wat Phutthaisawan temple in Ayutthaya, Thailand.
He faces charges of embezzlement and money laundering.
A 47-year-old woman accused of helping him was also arrested.
CCTV footage of the monk and woman having sex surfaced in Thai media, violating monk celibacy vows.
Police found donated money of about 89 million baht ($2.7 million) for temple renovations and 2.8 million baht from sales of amulets was never deposited into the temple’s accounts.
Authorities seized assets worth about 215 million baht, including gold bars, jewelry, watches, and land deeds.
Police plan to continue investigating others involved to restore trust in Thai Buddhism.
The monk was defrocked (removed from his religious position) after the arrest.
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Sweden is holding an election that could allow the Sweden Democrats, a right-wing populist party, to enter government for the first time. The party has moved from extremist roots toward mainstream politics and currently influences the center-right government. The vote will show if Swedish people accept this change.
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Sweden votes on Sunday between a center-right coalition led by Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and a center-left coalition led by Magdalena Andersson.
The Sweden Democrats, a party with past links to extremist groups, could join the government with ministerial roles if the right wins.
Since entering parliament in 2010, the Sweden Democrats have become the country’s second-largest party.
They support stricter immigration laws, tougher crime policies, and require cultural assimilation from immigrants.
The party combines right-wing positions with social welfare policies targeting working-class voters.
Swedish politics, including the Social Democrats, has shifted towards stricter immigration and crime policies in recent years.
Sweden took in about 163,000 asylum seekers during the 2015 migration crisis, impacting voter concerns.
Current polls show a close race, with the center-left slightly ahead of the center-right coalition.
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Céline Dion sang a duet with a young fan outside her hotel in Paris before her comeback concert. She has been interacting with fans as she returns to performing after dealing with a health condition that affected her voice.
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Céline Dion met a 20-year-old fan named Sacha outside her Paris hotel.
The fan asked her to sing a duet together.
Dion first said no but then joined in to sing with him.
She praised the fan, saying he was a good singer.
Dion has an incurable health condition that affects her voice.
She shared on Instagram that she was ready for her comeback tour.
The comeback concert in Paris is highly anticipated.
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Three Hong Kong activists who organized yearly vigils to remember the 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown were sentenced to prison for five to seven years under a national security law. They were found guilty of encouraging actions against the government and will appeal the sentences.
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Lee Cheuk-yan was sentenced to seven years in prison.
Chow Hang-tung received a sentence of seven years and three months.
Albert Ho was sentenced to five years and two months after pleading guilty.
The activists led the Hong Kong Alliance that held public vigils for the Tiananmen Square event for about 30 years.
They were charged in September 2021 and stayed in custody before the sentencing.
The court said their call to "end one-party dictatorship" was seen as a threat to China's ruling Communist Party.
The case is part of Beijing's efforts to control protests and limit freedom in Hong Kong under a national security law imposed after protests in 2019.
The activists and supporters say the sentences limit freedom of speech and political expression.
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Chloe Dickson, who has a severe peanut allergy, shared her experience on a flight where the cabin crew announced a request for passengers not to eat nuts. Despite the announcement, a passenger reacted negatively, causing her anxiety during the flight. She emphasized the constant care needed to avoid allergic reactions and the importance of awareness about severe allergies.
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Chloe Dickson is 28 years old and from Brighton, UK, and has a severe peanut allergy.
She must be very careful about what she eats and where, due to the risk of cross-contamination (hidden traces of nuts on surfaces).
Airlines often accommodate her allergy by making announcements asking passengers not to eat nuts near her.
On a recent flight, a passenger reacted with annoyance when the crew made this announcement.
The passenger's behavior caused Dickson to have a panic attack during the flight.
Severe peanut allergies can cause life-threatening reactions called anaphylaxis, which require emergency medical treatment.
Allergy groups say no-nuts policies on planes should only change if strict safety measures are in place.
Dickson wants better understanding and education about the seriousness of allergies from the public.
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On September 11, 2026, Americans marked the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks with many ceremonies and reflections. Events included memorials at Ground Zero in New York City and statements from leaders like President Trump, focusing on remembering the victims and the lasting impact of the attacks.
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The 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks was commemorated on September 11, 2026.
Memorial events took place at Ground Zero, where the World Trade Center towers were destroyed.
President Donald Trump visited the Pentagon as part of the 9/11 remembrance.
Many ceremonies focused on honoring victims from the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, including flights and locations impacted.
The anniversary included discussions of the long-term health effects on first responders and survivors.
Security was increased around New York City to mark the anniversary safely.
News coverage included stories of heroism, rebuilding efforts, and reflections by survivors and families of victims.
The event also involved public figures and former presidents attending remembrance ceremonies.
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A man was arrested in Portsmouth after an anti-migrant protest blocked roads to stop coaches carrying 120 migrants. The protest caused damage to police and coastguard vehicles and injuries to some officers, leading police to say the event was violent disorder, not a peaceful protest.
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The protest took place at Eastney Marina, Portsmouth, on Sunday night.
About 120 migrants arrived after crossing the Channel in a small boat.
Around hundreds of demonstrators blocked roads to stop the migrant coaches.
A 42-year-old man from Paulsgrove was arrested for violent disorder and assaulting a police officer.
Several police, coastguard, and Border Force vehicles were damaged during the protest.
Some officers were treated for injuries but none were seriously hurt.
Police warned they will investigate and take strong action against violence and criminal damage.
The incident followed a similar anti-migrant protest at the Port of Dover the previous day.
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Scientists found the first known series of adult Tyrannosaurus rex footprints in North Dakota. The footprints are about 66.5 million years old and show how the T. rex moved through that area.
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The footprints were found in the Hell Creek Formation, a famous dinosaur fossil area.
The trackway is 23 feet long and includes four three-toed footprints.
Each footprint is about 3 feet long with a stride of about 13 feet.
Researchers used 3D scanning to document the footprints and estimate the T. rex walked at around 3.5 to 4.5 mph.
The prints are the first known set of adult T. rex footprints ever found, while only juvenile or related species footprints were known earlier.
The T. rex lived about 66 to 68 million years ago during the late Cretaceous period.
Some footprints will be moved by helicopter to the Denver Museum of Nature and Science.
A Colorado teacher who helped find the site co-authored the scientific paper about this discovery.
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Families of British victims gathered in London to mark the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks in the United States. Ceremonies took place in the UK and the US to remember those who died and honor first responders.
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The event in London was held at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, near a memorial made from steel from the World Trade Center.
67 British citizens were among the nearly 3,000 people killed in the 9/11 attacks.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham spoke at the event via video, emphasizing remembrance and resilience.
The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester and the US ambassador to the UK attended a Changing of the Guard ceremony.
Memorials took place at the World Trade Center site in New York and at the Pentagon in Virginia.
President Donald Trump said the US will "never, ever forget" 9/11 and highlighted national unity during the anniversary.
The attacks involved four hijacked US passenger planes, two hitting the World Trade Center, one hitting the Pentagon, and one crashing in Pennsylvania after passengers resisted.
Speakers included Chief Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis, who urged learning from the past to build a better future.
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said that President Donald Trump’s new tariffs are smaller compared to previous tariffs by the U.S. Carney also mentioned that Canada is still considering how to respond to these new trade measures.
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Prime Minister Mark Carney spoke about U.S. tariffs during a meeting in Banff, Alberta.
He described President Trump’s latest tariffs as "relatively modest" compared to earlier ones.
Canada is reviewing the new tariffs to decide if it will take any action in response.
The discussion took place at a Canadian cabinet retreat.
The tariffs are part of ongoing trade tensions between the U.S. and Canada.
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Two American women were arrested at Tokyo’s Haneda airport for allegedly smuggling about 30 kilograms of cannabis worth nearly $1 million into Japan. One woman said she did it for the money and the chance to visit Japan for free, while the other denied knowing about the drugs.
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The suspects are both 25 years old and arrived from New York last Saturday.
They carried two suitcases containing dried plants resembling cannabis.
The drugs weighed around 30 kilograms and are valued at about 150 million yen ($970,000).
Japanese law strictly punishes drug smuggling, with up to 10 years in prison and fines.
The women said they followed instructions from a man they met on social media but never met in person.
One woman admitted to being motivated by money and a free trip, the other denies knowledge.
They were arrested for violating drug smuggling laws and two other unnamed laws.
A similar case involved American playwright Jeremy O. Harris, who was arrested for ecstasy possession last year but later released.
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The article discusses whether it is possible to work a job while studying for a degree. It explores the challenges and realities faced by students who try to balance both responsibilities.
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Many students work jobs while studying to support themselves financially.
Balancing work and study requires good time management and effort.
Some students find it stressful to handle both commitments.
Working while studying can affect academic performance if not managed well.
Support and flexible study options can help students manage both work and school.
The article focuses on students in Scotland.
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On September 11, 2001, hijackers flew United Airlines Flight 175 into the South Tower of the World Trade Center at 9:03 a.m. In New York City, a second moment of silence was held at that exact time to remember this event. This moment is one of seven moments of silence marking the 25th anniversary of the attacks.
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The crash happened at 9:03 a.m. Eastern Time on September 11, 2001.
United Airlines Flight 175 was hijacked by terrorists.
The plane hit the South Tower of the World Trade Center in New York City.
The moment of silence is part of seven moments to honor the 25th anniversary of the attacks.
These commemorations remember the tragic events that greatly affected the United States.
2026 marks 25 years since the September 11 attacks.
The moments of silence take place at important times connected to the attacks.
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