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Signal Alerts Users to Scam Attempts After Hackers Target Officials

Signal warns users of phishing scams targeting officials after Dutch intelligence reveals Russia-backed hackers impersonating support staff to access accounts. Users urged to protect PINs and verification codes amid ongoing global cyber campaign.

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Greens Edge Out CDU in Baden-Württemberg, Marking Setback for Friedrich Merz

The Greens narrowly defeated Friedrich Merz's CDU in Baden-Württemberg, marking a historic win for Cem Özdemir and signaling challenges ahead for Germany's conservative government amid rising far-right support.

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Nephew Forgives Those Responsible for Aunt’s IRA Firebomb Death 50 Years Ago

Stephen Thompson, nephew of Yvonne Dunlop who died in a 1976 IRA firebomb attack, forgives those responsible. At a Stormont event marking European Day for Innocent Victims of Terrorism, victims also criticized pension application processes as retraumatising.

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Glasgow Central Station Closed After Major Fire and Building Collapse

Glasgow Central station remains closed after a major fire, believed to have started in a vape shop, gutted a historic building and disrupted transport services.

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Swiss Voters Reject Right-Wing Proposal to Cut Public Broadcaster Licence Fee

Swiss voters rejected a right-wing initiative to cut the public broadcaster licence fee from 335 to 200 francs. The government plans to reduce it to 300 francs by 2029. Voters also approved constitutional protection for cash availability.

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Irish Government Flight from Oman Brings Stranded Citizens Home to Dublin

The first Irish government chartered flight from Oman has arrived in Dublin, bringing home 194 stranded citizens amid Middle East tensions. Priority was given to elderly and medically vulnerable passengers, with children under 16 traveling free. The flight faced delays due to challenging conditions.

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Explosion Reported Near US Embassy in Oslo, Police Investigate

An explosion occurred outside the US embassy in Oslo around 01:00 local time. Police responded promptly, reporting no injuries and minor damage to the embassy. Investigations continue with no details yet on the cause or suspects.

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Adroddiad yn nodi dirywiad llywodraethiant da yn Esgobaeth Bangor

Adroddiad annibynnol yn nodi dirywiad llywodraethiant da yn Esgobaeth Bangor, gan amlygu problemau mewn rheolaeth ariannol a chyfrifoldebau, gyda gwelliannau wedi'u gwneud ers canol 2025.

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TUV Retraction Highlights Unpredictable Dynamics in Northern Irish Politics

A recent controversy in Northern Irish politics arose when Irish language commissioner Pól Deeds' comments sparked unionist outrage. TUV leader Jim Allister wrongly attributed a quote to Danny Morrison, later retracting it, highlighting the region's unpredictable political dynamics.

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Rising Home Heating Oil Costs Strain Northern Ireland Pensioners' Budgets

Northern Ireland faces a steep rise in home heating oil prices, severely impacting pensioners who spend most of their income on heating. With limited alternatives and high rural reliance on oil, many elderly residents face tough choices amid volatile global oil markets.

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Inside the Ukrainian Facility Where UK Engineers Repair Vital Military Equipment

UK engineers work alongside Ukrainians at secret facilities repairing vital military equipment, including British-donated howitzers, to support Ukraine’s defense amid ongoing conflict.

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Investigators Link Russia to Parcel Fires in UK and Europe

Investigators link Russia's military intelligence to a series of parcel fires in the UK and Europe in 2024, involving explosive devices sent from Lithuania. Twenty-two suspects have been identified, with trials underway amid concerns of escalating hybrid warfare.

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