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Irish Government to Apologise to Victims of Paedophile in Parliament

The Irish government will apologise in parliament to victims of Bill Kenneally, a convicted paedophile who abused boys in Waterford. A report found serious police failings. Victims, including Jason Clancy, welcome the apology as closure after years of struggle.

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France Signals Europe's Military Renewal at Bastille Day Parade in Paris

France's Bastille Day parade features 6,500 troops and 300 vehicles, highlighting Europe's military renewal and international cooperation amid ongoing challenges like wildfires and EU accession talks.

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Police Confirm Gang Feud Ends After Six Months of Violence and Arrests

A six-month gang feud in Edinburgh and the central belt ended after 84 violent incidents, numerous arrests, and a resolution between rival gangs, police report. Several suspects received lengthy prison sentences, with investigations ongoing.

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Russian Anti-War Politician Boris Nadezhdin Detained by Police

Boris Nadezhdin, an anti-war politician who sought to challenge Putin, was detained weeks after announcing his Duma candidacy. Previously barred from the presidential race, he remains defiant amid Kremlin control over opposition.

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British Couple Confirmed Dead in Spain Wildfires Amid DNA Identification Efforts

A British couple, Pete and Fran Gillam, have been confirmed among the victims of Spain's deadly wildfires. Authorities are using DNA to identify victims amid ongoing search efforts. The fires, fueled by a severe heatwave, have caused 13 deaths and widespread devastation.

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Edinburgh Bus Disruptions Persist After Princes Street Fire Investigation

Edinburgh's city centre faces ongoing public transport disruptions after a major fire at the former Debenhams site on Princes Street. Investigations continue amid significant damage and rerouted bus and tram services.

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Warm Rivers Impact French Nuclear Plants Amid Heat and Drought

Unusually warm rivers in France, caused by high temperatures and low rainfall, are impacting nuclear power plants. Meanwhile, wildfires rage in Spain and Typhoon Bavi threatens flooding in China amid persistent heat across Europe and Asia.

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France and Germany Summon Russian Ambassadors Over Cyberattacks Amid Ukraine Talks

France and Germany have summoned Russian ambassadors over alleged cyberattacks amid Ukraine talks in Paris. The EU and UK have imposed new sanctions targeting Russian cyber operations and hybrid threats, while leaders discuss increased support for Ukraine.

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Llong Resolute a fu'n sownd ar greigiau Sir Benfro wedi'i datgymalu'n llwyddiannus

Mae gwaith datgymalu llong Resolute, a fu'n sownd ar greigiau Sir Benfro ers mis Rhagfyr, wedi cael ei gwblhau gan gwmni Jevington Logistics gan adfer 110 tunnell o ddur.

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Cannoedd ar restrau aros colegau addysg bellach yn wynebu her ariannol

Mae cannoedd o bobl ifanc ar restrau aros mewn colegau addysg bellach oherwydd prinder cyllid, gyda galw uchel am gyrsiau adeiladu a lefelau is. Llywodraeth Cymru wedi dyrannu arian ychwanegol i geisio mynd i'r afael â'r her.

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Firefighting Planes Deployed to Combat Massive Wildfire Near Paris

Two firefighting planes have been deployed to combat a large wildfire in the Fontainebleau forest near Paris amid record-breaking heatwaves disrupting transport and causing widespread fires across Europe.

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Veteran BBC Vatican Correspondent David Willey Dies at 93

David Willey, veteran BBC foreign correspondent and expert on five papacies, has died aged 93. He reported globally and authored a book on Pope Francis, remaining active into his nineties.

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