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Starmer Announces £17m Aid for NI Heating Oil Costs Amid Rising Prices

The UK government announced a £17m support package for Northern Ireland to assist low-income households with rising heating oil costs amid global price surges. Officials express concerns over funding adequacy and call for swift, targeted action.

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Stormont Minister and Committee Chair Clash Over £81m Energy Bill Support

Stormont's economy minister and committee chair clashed over the handling of £81m UK funding to reduce energy bills amid accusations of delay and misinformation.

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Three Arrested in Coventry After Man Found Dead in Wheelie Bin

Three people, including a man and woman in their 40s and a man in his 20s, were arrested overnight in Blackpool on suspicion of murder after a man was found dead in a wheelie bin in Coventry. Police continue inquiries to identify the deceased and determine the cause of death.

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Serial Rapist Jailed for 14 Years for Attacks on Vulnerable Women in Dundee

Alexander Steven, 52, was jailed for 14 years for raping five vulnerable women in Dundee between 2020 and 2022. He targeted overseas sex workers, using weapons to threaten them and was placed on the sex offenders register for life.

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Borders Children's Charity Marks 60 Years Supporting Vulnerable Kids

The Borders Children's Charity, founded by farmers' wives in 1965, marks 60 years of supporting vulnerable children, distributing £90,000 annually and addressing growing needs in the Scottish Borders.

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Man Accused of Chloe Mitchell Murder Struggles to Secure New Solicitor

Brandon Rainey, accused of murdering Chloe Mitchell in Ballymena, has yet to secure new legal representation after his previous solicitors withdrew, delaying his trial now set for April 13.

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Family photo Chloe Mitchell, with long brown hair.

Police Search for Man After 12-Year-Old Attacked Near Train Crossing

A 12-year-old boy was seriously assaulted near Heatherbell crossing in Coatbridge. Police seek witnesses, including a woman walking a dog, to aid their investigation.

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Five Hospitalized After 15-Vehicle Collision on M73 in North Lanarkshire

Five people, including two children, were hospitalized after a 15-vehicle crash on the M73 in North Lanarkshire. Emergency services responded promptly, with road closures lasting until early Monday morning.

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Minister Dismisses Trump’s NATO Threat, Affirms US-UK Alliance Strength

Keir Starmer announces energy support amid rising costs, while ministers downplay Trump's NATO threats, affirming strong US-UK ties despite recent tensions.

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Donald Trump, left, and Keir Starmer during the US president’s UK visit last year

Antisemitism ‘Normalised’ on UK Campuses, Survey Finds

A UJS survey reveals antisemitism is widespread and normalized on UK campuses, with many students witnessing hostility and social exclusion of Jewish peers.

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Travelodge Revises Key Policy After Guest Assault Incident

Travelodge has revised its key issuance policy after a guest was sexually assaulted by a man given her room key. CEO Jo Boydell apologized and implemented changes requiring explicit consent for additional keys, with ongoing reviews and political discussions underway.

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Community Service Offers Young Offenders a Chance to Rebuild Lives in Belfast

Young offenders in Belfast carry out community service, helping reduce re-offending and benefiting the community with unpaid work like alleyway cleaning.

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