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Three men killed in 4×4 ‘swept away’ by river in Yorkshire named by police

Three men killed in 4×4 ‘swept away’ by river in Yorkshire named by police

The trio were found dead inside their vehicle after it became submerged in the River Esk near Glaisdale.

Liz Truss resignation honours list branded ‘slap in the face to working people’

Liz Truss resignation honours list branded ‘slap in the face to working people’

Tory donor Sir Jon Moynihan and former chief executive of the Vote Leave Brexit campaign Matthew Elliott have been recommended for peerages.

Dame Shirley Bassey among host of people honoured for contribution to Welsh life

Dame Shirley Bassey among host of people honoured for contribution to Welsh life

Dame Shirley, who was born and grew up in Tiger Bay, Cardiff, is made Companion of Honour for her services to music.

Family ‘thrilled’ as fundraiser Tony Hudgell, nine, is youngest to get honour

Family ‘thrilled’ as fundraiser Tony Hudgell, nine, is youngest to get honour

He is awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) for services to the prevention of child abuse.

Veteran broadcaster James Whale becomes MBE in New Year Honours list

Veteran broadcaster James Whale becomes MBE in New Year Honours list

He has been honoured for his services to broadcasting and to charity.

British medic who died in Ukraine ‘devoted her life to helping others’

British medic who died in Ukraine ‘devoted her life to helping others’

Katherine Mielniczuk, 26, spent much of the last two years volunteering on the frontline after graduating from university.

Hundreds of air defence missiles shipped to Ukraine, UK Government reveals

Hundreds of air defence missiles shipped to Ukraine, UK Government reveals

The package includes around 200 air defence missiles and aims to increase Ukraine’s defence capability.

Sir Ridley Scott made Knight Grand Cross for services to UK film industry

Sir Ridley Scott made Knight Grand Cross for services to UK film industry

The filmmaker, known for Alien and Blade Runner, received a knighthood in 2002.

Police, fire and ambulance workers honoured for dedication to public

Police, fire and ambulance workers honoured for dedication to public

Police Scotland Superintendent Faroque Hussain is among those to receive the King’s Police Medal.

In Pictures: Barbie bog snorkels and flaming vikings – the quirkiness of 2023

In Pictures: Barbie bog snorkels and flaming vikings – the quirkiness of 2023

Here are some of the quirkiest and most upbeat scenes from up and down the UK in 2023.

Veteran nurse dedicates OBE to her patients and colleagues

Veteran nurse dedicates OBE to her patients and colleagues

Nicki Patterson has been recognised in the New Year Honours list.

Vehicle in which three men were trapped removed from North Yorkshire river

Vehicle in which three men were trapped removed from North Yorkshire river

A man who tried to save the trio said they were ‘swept away’ as they attempted to cross the water.

Yellow weather warning in place for rain and snow

Yellow weather warning in place for rain and snow

The alert is in place across much of Scotland on Saturday.

Married couple arrested after putting ‘bloody handprints’ on Downing Street gate

Married couple arrested after putting ‘bloody handprints’ on Downing Street gate

Virginia Moffat, 58, and Chris Cole, 60, were named by campaign group FigTree as the arrested pair.

Teenager denies arson after blaze at London Oratory School

Teenager denies arson after blaze at London Oratory School

The 16-year-old also pleaded not guilty to assaulting a police officer and having a fake ID.

Aviva and TalkTalk chiefs and TV’s Mary Portas among honoured business leaders

Aviva and TalkTalk chiefs and TV’s Mary Portas among honoured business leaders

TalkTalk boss Dame Tristia Harrison said she was ‘humbled’ by her recognition.

Founder of Street Paws charity shared ‘amazing’ OBE news with dogs

Founder of Street Paws charity shared ‘amazing’ OBE news with dogs

Michelle Southern was recognised for services to homeless people and their pets.

Yousaf: Isle of Mull migrants plan was ‘divisive’ and ‘disparaging’ to Scotland

Yousaf: Isle of Mull migrants plan was ‘divisive’ and ‘disparaging’ to Scotland

The First Minister has responded to records revealing plans mooted by aides to former prime minister Tony Blair in 2002.

Roald Dahl’s widow Felicity Dahl ‘amazed and grateful’ to be made Dame

Roald Dahl’s widow Felicity Dahl ‘amazed and grateful’ to be made Dame

Dame Felicity set up Roald Dahl’s Marvellous Children’s Charity in 1991 in memory of her late husband.

British woman and son killed after Mont Blanc avalanche hits ski resort area

British woman and son killed after Mont Blanc avalanche hits ski resort area

Another skier, reportedly an instructor, has been left injured and a hiker was killed in a separate incident.

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