Wagner received 86 million rubles ‘from Russia’ – despite Putin denying it even exists
Vladimir Putin claims publicly that his government has funded the thuggish organisation which is allegedly responsible for rape, torture and executions around the world. Daily Express :: World Feed
Taylor Swift ‘snubbed Meghan’s request to do podcast despite Duchess’ handwritten note’
Taylor Swift reportedly snubbed an invitation from Meghan Markle to appear on her Archetypes podcast, despite a handwritten letter from the Duchess of Sussex. Daily Express :: News Feed
Priscilla Presley defends Elvis romance biopic despite backlash from fans and critics
The upcoming film directed by Sofia Coppola divided crowds after its first trailer was released earlier this week. Daily Express :: Films Feed
Pensioners on track for ‘higher income’ despite high inflation reducing the value of cash
Pension savers should try to keep up their contributions despite the rising cost of living, a wealth expert told Express.co.uk in an exclusive interview. Daily Express :: Finance Feed
Moment boy, 11, pulled from bridge before tragically dying despite heroic efforts
Rescuers successfully freed the boy, who was trapped between a slab and a pillar, but the 11-year-old died en route to the hospital. Daily Express :: World Feed
Young paramedic died from lung cancer despite not being smoker – symptoms to look out for
Meadhbh Cameron, 24, died on March 11 following a deadly cancer diagnosis given at Christmas time. Daily Express :: Health Feed
Royal Family LIVE: Kate seen as ‘trusted lieutenant’ to King despite ‘showing up’ Charles
Some palace courtiers are said to be ‘alarmed’ by Kate’s surging popularity but some royal experts argue the King will welcome her popularity. Daily Express :: News Feed
Joe Biden says debt-ceiling deal ‘ready for congress’ despite Republican opposition
House Republicans had reportedly called the deal ‘unacceptable’ and threatened to vote against it. Daily Express :: News Feed
South Africa ‘spiralling towards alignment with Russia’ despite peace plan
EXCLUSIVE: Express.co.uk spoke with former US ambassador to Zimbabwe, Charles Ray, about the pro-Russian sentiments among the governments of many African nations, most notably South Africa. Daily Express :: World Feed
Woman wins Indian election despite dying two weeks before vote
Ashiya Bi polled nearly 44 per cent of the vote in the race for a municipal civic body seat in a district of India’s most populous state of Uttar Pradesh as supporters kept their pledge to back her in a sign of respect. Daily Express :: World Feed