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The mysterious prison disappearance of Putin’s most powerful opponent
Alexei Navalny’s sudden disappearance from a high-security Russian prison camp has led to an outpouring of conspiracy theories, writes Mary Dejevsky. But in the real world it has serious – and sinister – repercussions
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The mysterious prison disappearance of Putin’s most powerful opponent
Alexei Navalny’s sudden disappearance from a high-security Russian prison camp has led to an outpouring of conspiracy theories, writes Mary Dejevsky. But in the real world it has serious – and sinister – repercussions
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Why were sinister warning signs about Jon Venables missed for so long?
As Jon Venables is denied his bid for freedom because of his ‘long term sexual interest in children’, David James Smith - who has had access to his files and court papers over many years - asks why he was ever considered low risk to the public and a suitable case for parole
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Druids, pagans and archaeologists gather in London in latest battle for Stonehenge
Campaigners fear the new road scheme would be the first step in ‘de-listing’ the Unesco world heritage site
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the longer read
Why were sinister warning signs about Jon Venables missed for so long?
As Jon Venables is denied his bid for freedom because of his ‘long term sexual interest in children’, David James Smith - who has had access to his files and court papers over many years - asks why he was ever considered low risk to the public and a suitable case for parole
the longer read
Why were sinister warning signs about Jon Venables missed for so long?
As Jon Venables is denied his bid for freedom because of his ‘long term sexual interest in children’, David James Smith - who has had access to his files and court papers over many years - asks why he was ever considered low risk to the public and a suitable case for parole
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Emeli Sandé stars in Independent TV’s Music Box series
Chart-topping Scottish artist is back with one of her best albums in years, and performed two tracks for our stripped-down series of live sessions
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Indhu Rubasingham’s gender isn’t why she’s top choice for the National
The National Theatre’s search for its seventh artistic director is complete, and former Kiln boss Indhu Rubasingham will become the first woman to lead the institution in its 60-year history. Jessie Thompson writes that it’s her proven ability to face down vehement opposition that makes her the perfect candidate
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Primary teachers on the ‘carnage’ of organising a nativity play
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Sienna Miller addresses 14-year age gap with boyfriend Oli Green
Miller, 41, and Green, 27, were introduced at a mutual friend’s Halloween party two years ago
Sienna Miller addresses 14-year age gap with boyfriend Oli Green
Miller, 41, and Green, 27, were introduced at a mutual friend’s Halloween party two years ago
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Newcastle must use wildcard factor to restore Champions League hopes
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Best apres-ski destinations in Europe and around the world
Is cutting loose while still in your ski boots one of the most important parts of your snpwsports trip? Here’s where to head for unbeatable slopeside partying
