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Two Men Charged with Murder in Primrose Hill Stabbing Case

Two men, Alexis Bidace and Ernest Boateng, have been charged with the murder of 21-year-old Finbar Sullivan following a stabbing on Primrose Hill on 7 April.

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Metropolitan Police A close-up image of Finbar Sullivan's face. He is a young, slender man with dark hair.

Urgent Safety Improvements Needed at Northern Ireland's AFBI Lab

Safety concerns at Northern Ireland's AFBI lab prompt urgent action following HSE report highlighting governance and laboratory practice weaknesses. Minister Andrew Muir calls for consistent standards as AFBI develops an action plan to address issues.

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Getty Images A female scientist using microscope in laboratory. She is wearing a blue shirt and blue plastic safety gloves

UK to Deliver Largest-Ever Drone Shipment to Ukraine Amid Ongoing Conflict

The UK is delivering 120,000 drones to Ukraine, the largest shipment ever, amid ongoing conflict and renewed Russian attacks. Officials emphasize continued support as peace talks remain stalled.

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EPA Ukrainian drone pilots from the 93rd Separate Mechanized Brigade 'Kholodnyi Yar' operate a 'Vampire' unmanned aerial system (UAS) during training.

Appeal Launched to Locate Next of Kin for Elderly Woman Who Died Alone

Funeral directors seek next of kin for 81-year-old Margaret Ellen 'Peggy' Murdoch, who died alone on 9 April. No funeral plans made yet; South Eastern Trust will arrange if no family is found.

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Killer Brags on TikTok About Jail Partying, Angering Victim's Family

Ben McCulloch, convicted of killing Stephen Quigley, posts videos of partying in jail, causing distress to the victim's family. Authorities address illegal phone use in prisons amid calls for stronger laws.

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Margaret McCallum A man looking off camera beside a tan coloured chow dog on a patch of grass. The dog has its tongue hanging out.

Yr Eglwys yng Nghymru i bleidleisio ar fendithio priodasau un rhyw yn barhaol

Yr Eglwys yng Nghymru yn pleidleisio ddydd Mercher ar a ddylid bendithio priodasau un rhyw yn barhaol, gyda'r penderfyniad yn dilyn cyfnod arbrofol o bum mlynedd a safbwyntiau enwadau crefyddol eraill yn cael eu hystyried.

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Barn Pobl Môn Ar Etholiad Senedd 2026: Pynciau a Phrofiadau Lleol

Ynys Môn yw'r sir bellaf o Fae Caerdydd, gyda phleidlais Senedd 2026 yn agos. Dafydd, Carwyn, Lowri a Sian yn rhannu eu barn am faterion fel TB, NHS, cyflogaeth a chymorth gofal plant yn y gymuned leol.

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Undercover BBC Investigation Reveals Migrants Advised to Fake Gay Asylum Claims

BBC undercover investigation exposes law firms aiding migrants to fabricate gay asylum claims, charging thousands and providing false evidence to remain in the UK.

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Split pic. On the left is an online invitation for an Eid Milan Party. It has cartoon depictions of young men and women in front of a mosque, with fireworks in the background. The invite reads: connect & celebrate Eid in a safe, inclusive space for LGBT+ asylum seekers. On the right is a photo of the event with men sitting down in a community hall, their faces blurred.

UK Economy Faces Triple Impact Amid Iran Conflict and Defence Spending Debates

Chancellor Rachel Reeves calls the Iran war a "folly" amid IMF warnings of severe UK economic impact. Defence spending debates and record Wall Street earnings highlight global volatility.

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"UK economy takes triple hit from Iran war," reads the headline on the front page of the i paper.

Belfast's Resilience During One of UK's Deadliest WWII Raids Remembered

On the 85th anniversary of the Belfast Blitz, Reggie Davidson recalls the devastating 1941 raids and the city's resilience. A new play, A Bomber's Moon, reflects on the impact, preserving history through personal stories and community remembrance.

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BBC Reggie is looking into the camera. He wears glasses and is wearing a black coat with a blue tie on a white shirt. Painting are on a wall behind him.

IFS: Help to Buy Mainly Benefited Higher Earners in Cheaper Areas

The Institute for Fiscal Studies reports that England's Help to Buy scheme mainly aided higher earners in cheaper areas, had limited impact on affordability and social mobility, and may have pushed up house prices.

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Getty Images A stock image of a lady perusing an estate agent's available properties in the window. She carries a newspaper, a handbag, and a blazer.

Hundreds of Asylum Seekers Relocated from Hotels to Military Barracks, Home Office Confirms

The Home Office has relocated hundreds of asylum seekers from hotels to military barracks, closing 11 hotels and planning more closures. The move follows political commitments and faces criticism over costs and suitability of accommodations.

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