Police officer uses hat to save kitten trapped in car wheel
A US police officer used his hat to rescue a stray kitten that had become trapped in a car’s wheel.
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Man discovers car trouble caused by squirrel stashing 200 walnuts inside bonnet
A man from Pennsylvania found more than 200 walnuts stashed by a squirrel under the bonnet of his car after noticing a burning smell coming from the vehicle.
MSNBC news reporter interrupted by her child while presenting live on air
MSNBC news reporter Courtney Kube was joined by her son as he walked into the camera shot live on air.
Jail inmate attempts to catch contraband parcel dropped by drone
A prison inmate in Ohio has been filmed attempting to catch a contraband parcel dropped by a drone.
England primed to cope with gruelling four-day turnaround, says Jones
Eddie Jones insists England are ready to be dragged out of their comfort zone when they seek to build World Cup momentum against the USA on Thursday.
Ford warns England to be patient in World Cup clash with USA
George Ford has warned England they must complete the grinding down process before looking to build a score against the USA in Thursday’s World Cup clash.
England face first humidity test against USA
England face the first true examination of their preparations for the humidity of Japan when they clash with the USA on Thursday.
US Air Force ‘to review international stays’ after Trump resort bookings
The US Air Force has reportedly ordered a review into how it chooses accommodation for international trips after it emerged that crew members had stayed at the Trump Turnberry resort.
Florida residents share photos of sunset in aftermath of Hurricane Dorian
Residents in Florida witnessed the sky turning purple in the aftermath of Hurricane Dorian on Wednesday evening.
Moose released into the wild after wandering on to US university campus
A moose has been released into the wild after wandering on to a university campus in North Dakota.
Man has truck stolen while committing robbery across the street
A man who had his truck stolen in Washington, United States, was found to have been in the area because he was stealing items at a business across the street.
Footage of Tesla driver ‘asleep’ in seat sparks alarm
A video appearing to show a Tesla driver asleep while his vehicle drove on auto-pilot has prompted criticism online.
Raccoon freed after getting stuck in a high school’s vending machine in Florida
A wild raccoon has been freed after it was stuck in a high school’s vending machine in Volusia County, Florida, on Wednesday.
YouTubers start spontaneous water fights with strangers in Washington DC
A group of YouTubers took to the streets to start spontaneous water fights with strangers in Washington DC and Virginia in the US.
Space camp opportunity for north-east youngsters after link up
North-east children could get the chance to go to an American space camp as part of a twinning agreement.
Snoop Dogg calls for US women’s team to receive more prize money
American rapper Snoop Dogg has called for the pay gap between the USA men’s and women’s soccer teams to be ended after the women won their fourth World Cup on Sunday.
John Noakes climbing Nelson’s Column named as greatest children’s TV moment
Blue Peter presenter John Noakes’ ascent of Nelson’s Column has been named as the greatest ever children’s TV moment.
Emma Watson and Rihanna criticise Alabama abortion laws
Emma Watson and Rihanna have joined the backlash against new abortion laws passed in the US state of Alabama.
Digital Minister denies final decision taken on Huawei and UK 5G network
Digital Minister Margot James has stamped on reports that the Prime Minister has given the go-ahead for controversial Chinese firm Huawei to work on the UK’s 5G network.
Five Eyes intelligence experts meet amid Huawei 5G controversy
Specialists from the Five Eyes intelligence alliance are meeting to discuss cyber threats as it emerged that Chinese telecoms giant Huawei will reportedly help to build Britain’s new 5G network.
Five Eyes intelligence members to share stage in UK for first time
Members of the Five Eyes intelligence alliance are to share a stage in the UK for the first time.
International neonatal expert to visit Aberdeen Maternity Hospital
A charity has funded a six-month visit to Aberdeen from an international neonatal expert.
Aberdeen artist sets out to create large mosaic in aid of charity
Since announcing the project on social media she has received items from as far afield as the USA and New Zealand.
Aberdeen’s Corsie takes heart from narrow defeat to USA in Paisley
Aberdeen's Rachel Corsie said Scotland women’s tight 1-0 defeat to world champions the USA was a “step forward”.
USA clash perfect test for Scots women’s side
Scotland women’s boss Shelley Kerr will use tonight’s friendly with the USA to start testing her squad ahead of next year’s World Cup.
Europe win Ryder Cup as Molinari wins decisive point in France
EUROPE have won the Ryder Cup back after Francesco Molinari defeated Phil Mickelson on the 16th hole at Le Golf National, Paris.
Smog-busting device from Aberdeen uni team goes under spotlight on Capitol Hill
A smog-busting device pioneered by Aberdeen academics has been showcased to US senators in a hope it will make factories greener.
North-east groups to join forces and protest Trump’s Scotland visit
North-east residents are planning to protest US President Donald Trump’s trip to the UK, as it was revealed he will spend time in Scotland.
David and Victoria Beckham all smiles in ‘amazing’ family night picture
David Beckham posted a picture of himself and wife Victoria smiling in a restaurant, a week after the pair were forced to deny rumours their marriage was experiencing difficulties.
Facial recognition to be trialled at American border port in August
Starting in August, Customs and Border Protection (CBP) in the United States will begin testing a new system for scanning drivers’ faces as they enter and exit the country.