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Russia Launches 948 Drones in Largest 24-Hour Attack on Ukraine

Russia launched 948 drones in its largest 24-hour attack on Ukraine, striking western cities and causing multiple casualties and damage to historic sites.

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Andriy Sadovyi/Telegram A burning monastery

Man Pleads Guilty to Attempted Kidnap at Cardiff Splash Pad

Moynul Janu, 34, pleaded guilty to three counts of attempted kidnap at Victoria Park's splash pad in Cardiff. Arrested in July 2025 after public concerns, he awaits sentencing on 31 March at Cardiff Crown Court.

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ATHENA Man with trimmed beard and wearing a grey sweatshirt is pictured outside Cardiff Crown Court

Experts Warn Stranded Baltic Humpback Whale Faces Death Without Swift Rescue

A young humpback whale stranded on a Baltic sandbar faces death unless rescue teams succeed soon. Efforts continue amid challenges and growing strandings in northern Europe.

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Four rescuers in dinghy next to whale stranded in shallow water at shore of beach

Man Faces Life Sentence for Abducting and Raping Teen Girl in Edinburgh

Aaron Strachan, 21, faces possible life imprisonment after abducting and raping a 15-year-old girl in Edinburgh. The judge described him as "clearly out of control" and deferred sentencing pending further reports.

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BBC Railings marking the area of a basement. There is a pavement with steps rising up to a green doorway above. there are cars on the street.

Denmark Votes Amid Greenland Tensions and Domestic Focus in 2026 Election

Denmark holds parliamentary elections on 24 March 2026 amid domestic issues and the impact of US threats to Greenland. Incumbent Mette Frederiksen is favored to continue, with the Moderates potentially holding the balance of power.

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People cast their votes at a polling station at Aarhus City Hall, on 24 March.

Body Discovered After Fire at Co Offaly Home Linked to Fatal 2025 Arson

A body was found in a fire at the same Co Offaly home where a fatal arson attack in 2025 claimed the lives of a boy and his great-aunt. Gardaí are investigating all circumstances and a post-mortem will determine the cause of death.

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RTÉ The camera is zoomed in on the top two windows of a light brown house. The window on the right id smashed and is black with burn marks. The area around the window is also stained black. The window to the right is open and relatively untouched by heat.

Pentrefwyr Pen Llŷn yn Croesawu Diddymu Erthygl 4 ar Ailgartrefi

Mae pentrefwyr ym Mhen Llŷn yn croesawu diddymu Erthygl 4, gan ddweud ei bod yn 'moment Dafydd yn erbyn Goliath' yn eu hymdrech i reoli ail gartrefi a chynnal cymunedau lleol yng Ngwynedd.

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Irish Government to Reduce Excise Duty on Petrol and Diesel Amid Price Volatility

The Irish government plans to cut excise duty on petrol and diesel from Wednesday until May's end to ease fuel price volatility. Additional supports include a diesel rebate for hauliers and targeted energy aid, costing €235m overall.

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Getty Images A woman with long brown hair with blonde highlights filling her car up at a petrol station.

Villagers Win Legal Battle Against Gwynedd’s Second Home Restrictions

Villagers in Gwynedd successfully overturned a council policy restricting second homes, citing negative impacts on local trades and tourism. The legal challenge led to the quashing of Article 4, with ongoing debates about housing affordability and community sustainability in the region.

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Getty Images Houses and the sea at Abersoch basked in sunshine. The sea is a clear bright blue and there are grassy fields in the background

Italy's Meloni Faces Vulnerability After Key Referendum Defeat

Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni faces increased vulnerability after losing a key constitutional referendum, with 54% voting against her proposed reforms amid concerns over judicial independence and political influence.

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Reuters Giorgia Meloni, with long blonde hair and wearing a white coat, smiles as she is about to drop a green ballot paper into the box

Giorgia Meloni Concedes Defeat in Italy’s Judiciary Reform Referendum

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni concedes defeat in the judiciary reform referendum, respecting voters' decision despite viewing it as a missed chance to modernise. The No campaign leads with over 53%, marking a significant political setback amid high turnout and polarized opinions.

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Prime minister Giorgia Meloni votes in the constitutional referendum on justice

Glasgow Central Station Fully Reopens After Union Street Fire

Glasgow Central Station will fully reopen all platforms two weeks after a fire damaged the adjacent Victorian building, restoring ScotRail and cross-border routes while some entrances remain closed.

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