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French Bodyguard on Trial for Partner's Sedation and Rape Linked to Dominique Pelicot

A Lyon bodyguard is on trial for allegedly sedating and raping his partner after online contact with Dominique Pelicot, convicted of drugging and raping his wife. The case involves charges of abuse, filming, and child abuse imagery possession.

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Activists demonstrating in the street against sexual violence

Overnight Parking Ban in Snowdonia National Park Suspended Amid Rising Issues

Eryri National Park Authority has paused its overnight parking ban at nine car parks after reports of increased anti-social behaviour and concerns from locals and visitors. Further consultations and pilot schemes are planned to address the issue.

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Getty Images Llyn Dinas lake in Snowdonia. There are mountains surrounding the lake, with a cloudy sunrise in the horizon.

Scientists Discover Humans Prefer Walking Anticlockwise, Cause Remains Unknown

Research from Spain and Japan reveals humans naturally prefer walking anticlockwise, turning left, though the exact cause remains unknown. This bias appears across ages and cultures and may influence crowd movement and space design.

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Pedestrians on a crossing in central Tokyo.

Belfast Anti-Immigration Protesters Set Bus on Fire Amid Unrest After Knife Attack

Following a knife attack in Belfast, anti-immigration protests escalated into violence, including a bus set on fire. Authorities urge calm and warn against social media-fueled disorder as the suspect faces attempted murder charges.

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Llys yn clywed honiadau treisio dynes ger Eisteddfod Boduan 2023

Achos llys yn Caernarfon yn gwrando ar dystiolaeth dynes sy'n honni ei bod wedi cael ei threisio gan Emlyn Jones ger Eisteddfod Boduan 2023. Mae Mr Jones yn gwadu'r cyhuddiadau, ac mae'r achos yn parhau.

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Edinburgh Bans Mobile Phones in All Secondary Schools from August

From August, Edinburgh state secondary schools will ban mobile phones during the school day, requiring devices to be stored in sealed pouches. The policy aims to improve concentration and wellbeing, following government guidance and successful pilot programs.

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Getty Images Four school pupils are standing against a brick wall, not talking to each other as they each look down at a phone in their hands

Osprey Swallows Fish Hook While Nesting with Newborn Chicks in Wales

Telyn, a 13-year-old osprey at Dyfi Osprey Project in Wales, swallowed a fish hook attached to a trout. She is being closely monitored, with no negative effects observed so far on her or her three newborn chicks.

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Dyfi Osprey Project Osprey in nest with chicks

Serena Guthrie Elected Senator in Jersey Following Distinguished Netball Career

Serena Guthrie, former England netball captain and Commonwealth gold medallist, has been elected senator in Jersey. Campaigning on cost of living and healthcare, she transitions from sports to politics, aiming to address key island issues.

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BBC Serena Guthrie stands in a gym, the background is blurry. She is wearing a black tracksuit top and is smiling. She has curly brown and grey hair and is smiling.

Couple Linked to Edinburgh Arrested in Spain Over Gangland Shooting

A couple linked to Edinburgh were arrested in Spain over a gangland shooting in November 2024. The victim was shot four times and left with life-changing injuries. The investigation involved Spanish and UK police and led to arrests at Alicante airport.

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Civil Guard A police photograph of a torched car.

Police Investigate Arson in Fire at Derelict Londonderry Building

Police are investigating a fire at the former North West Regional College building in Londonderry as arson. Firefighters spent three hours extinguishing the blaze, and police are seeking witnesses or footage to assist the inquiry.

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Getty A fire fighter in full inform is standing near two fire appliances. He is holding his helmet in his hand and wearing blue gloves. His face is not visible.

Kinahan Crime Group Senior Member Sean McGovern Sentenced to 24 Years

Sean McGovern, a senior Kinahan crime group member, was sentenced to 24 years for directing criminal activities linked to murder and surveillance of a rival gang member.

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Interpol Sean McGovern is seen in a tracksuit top and has short black hair

Comisiynydd yn galw am welliannau yn y ddarpariaeth Gymraeg mewn carchardai

Mae Comisiynydd y Gymraeg yn galw am welliannau mewn darpariaeth y Gymraeg mewn carchardai, gan bwysleisio angen cryfhau trefniadau, gwella eglurder, a chynyddu hyder carcharorion Cymraeg eu hiaith.

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