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US Doctor Found Dead in Dollar Tree Freezer Sparks Comparisons to Walmart Worker Found in Oven

A US doctor found dead inside a Dollar Tree freezer has sparked chilling comparisons to a Walmart worker discovered in a walk-in oven, as investigators probe how either tragedy could occur.

International Business Times UK

MPs question why key parts of IT infrastructure is hosted abroad after AWS outage

Major banks, gaming platforms and HMRC were among sites affected by Amazon Web Services’ fault

The Independent UK

MPs ask why key parts of UK IT infrastructure is hosted abroad after AWS outage

Major banks, HMRC, gaming platforms Roblox and Fortnite were among sites affected by Amazon Web Services’ fault.

Evening Standard

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Riot Women review – Sally Wainwright’s menopausal punk drama is one of her best

This high-pedigree TV drama about midlife women who form a punk band is up there with Happy Valley and Last Tango in Halifax. It’s rich, plot-packed, and perfectly seasoned with humour

The Guardian - UK

Opeth announce one-off UK show for 2026

Swedish prog metallers Opeth will play Halifax's The Piece Hall on August 1

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US labor market ‘has headed off a cliff-edge’ with just 22,000 jobs added in August – as it happened

Disappointing US jobs report shows hiring slowed sharply this summer

The Guardian - UK

UK Racist Couple Commands Their Dog To 'Kill' Filipino NHS Nurse In Ugly Encounter At West Yorkshire Park

A Filipino NHS nurse in Halifax was attacked by a racist couple who ordered their dog to 'kill' her, sparking police action and renewed debate on hate crime.

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Snooker’s answer to Luke Littler? Meet teenage sensation Stan Moody

Halifax youngster has entered world’s top 64 and is spark the sport needs to find mainstream attention in the UK

The Guardian - UK

Exclusive: Sterling K. Brown and Ernest Kingsley Junior on globe-trotting adventure Washington Black

Sterling K. Brown and Ernest Kingsley Junior on leading the way in adventure series Washington Black.

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Halifax home ablaze following huge explosion with three injured

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The Independent UK

Flames engulf Halifax home following huge explosion with three injured and dozens evacuated

An explosion at a house in Halifax has left three people injured and multiple homes damaged as a result, with 14 properties being forced to evacuate.

The Independent UK

House explosion in Halifax ‘like nuclear bomb going off’

Two people have been seriously injured in the blast, which happened just after midnight on Thursday.

Evening Standard

Two seriously injured and homes evacuated after Halifax explosion

Six houses in Spring Hall Grove, located near the town centre, were affected by the incident

The Independent UK

Two seriously injured and 14 homes evacuated after explosion

The blast occurred just after midnight on Thursday near Halifax town centre.

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Mum Sent Her Cells to Amsterdam — 28 Days Later, She Was Cancer-Free!

A teenager from Halifax has opened up about the heartbreaking moment she found out her mum had cancer.

The Independent UK

French nuclear attack sub mysteriously docks in Nova Scotia, 300 miles from US border

Rumors swirled that the FS Tourville arrived in Halifax in response to Donald Trump’s annexation threats

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Air Canada Express Flight Experiences Suspected Landing Gear Issue

Air Canada Express flight in Halifax encounters landing gear issue, leading to a temporary airport closure. All passengers safely evacuated.

The Independent UK

Flights temporarily suspended at Halifax airport after airplane landing incident

An aircraft incident at the Halifax Stanfield International Airport caused temporary delays to all flight operations Saturday night

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The Independent UK

Twenty men jailed over child rape and sexual abuse in Calderdale

Three separate investigations found four girls were sexually abused between 2001 and 2010

International Business Times UK

Walmart Workers Show How Gursimran Kaur's Death 'Doesn't Make Sense': 'Oven Is Designed To Not Close Accidentally'

Walmart employees have raised questions about the tragic death of 19-year-old Gursimran Kaur, noting the safety features of the walk-in oven where she was found, as investigations continue into how she became trapped inside.

International Business Times UK

Gursimran Kaur Confirmed As Burnt Walmart Employee; Horrified Mom Found Her Charred Remains In Oven

A 19-year-old woman, Gursimran Kaur, tragically died in a Halifax Walmart bakery's walk-in oven, leaving her family devastated as investigations continue into the horrific incident.

The Independent UK

The pretty East Sussex town seeing a surge in half-term train bookings

Rye was joined by Halfix in West Yorkshire and Thetford in Norfolk as the top trending rail destinations, according to Trainline

International Business Times UK

Sikh Community Plans Religious Service For Worker Found Dead In Walmart Oven When Body Is Released

The Sikh community in Halifax is planning a religious service for a 19-year-old Walmart employee found dead in a store oven, as investigations continue and employees receive ongoing support, including paid leave, during the store's temporary closure.

The Independent UK

Teenage Walmart worker found dead in store was discovered in walk-in industrial oven

An investigation is underway and the store in Halifax remains closed until further notice

International Business Times UK

19-Year-Old Sikh Found Dead Inside Walmart Walk-In Oven: Alleged Victim's Name Trending Online

A 19-year-old Sikh woman was found dead inside a Walmart walk-in oven in Halifax, sparking an ongoing investigation into her death and widespread social media speculation, including the viral hashtag #JusticeForGursimranKaur.

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