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Court Reinstates Ban on Stuart Hogg Contacting Ex-Wife

A court has reinstated the ban on former Scotland rugby captain Stuart Hogg contacting his ex-wife, reversing a previous relaxation allowing communication via a co-parenting app. Hogg, convicted of domestic abuse in 2024, was also stripped of his MBE.

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PA Media Former Scotland rugby captain Stuart Hogg in a light brown jacket with a grey-zipped top underneath and a purple tie.

Police Ombudsman Finds No Criminal Misconduct by Officer in Katie Simpson Case

The Police Ombudsman found no criminal wrongdoing by an officer in the Katie Simpson murder investigation, though questions remain about the PSNI's handling of the case.

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Family handout A close up image of Katie Simpson, a girl with long brown hair, smiling at the camera.

Man Sentenced for Grooming Teen Girl Met on Roblox

Carlo Tritta, 19, was jailed for 28 months after grooming a 14-year-old girl he met on Roblox, pleading guilty to multiple charges including making indecent images and sexual communication with a child.

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Ex-BBC Producer Claims Others Accessed Child Abuse Images on His Devices

Dylan Dawes, ex-BBC producer, denies possessing child abuse images found on his devices, claiming colleagues accessed his equipment. Over 6,200 indecent images were seized by police. Court hears about shared device use and forensic findings.

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BBC Dylan Dawes standing leaning on a door. He has a bag over his shoulder.

UK Reveals Russian Submarine Operation Targeting Undersea Cables and Pipelines

The UK disclosed a covert Russian submarine operation targeting undersea cables and pipelines north of its waters. Defence Secretary John Healey confirmed no damage occurred and emphasized the UK's vigilance and international cooperation to monitor such threats.

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Ministry of Defence A UK Ministry of Defence ship in waters

Greens Launch Local Election Campaign Emphasizing Housing and Rent Controls

Green Party leader Zack Polanski launches local election campaign focusing on housing, rent controls, and criticises government policies on leasehold and foreign affairs.

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PA Media Green Party of England and Wales leader Zack Polanski stands in the middle of local election candidates, some holding placards with the large slogan "Vote Green". He wears a black jacket and a beige, open-necked shirt.

RSPCA Reports Hundreds of Rescued Dogs Thriving After Overcrowded Living Conditions

The RSPCA reports that over 250 rescued poodle-cross dogs from an overcrowded UK property are now thriving after receiving care and rehoming support.

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RSPCA About 20 different poodle-cross dogs, all with shaggy coats in various shades of grey, white and tan, are seen crowded into one living space. One dog is seen howling, and another is seen sitting in what looks like a wood burner

Church of England to Apologise for Role in Forced Adoptions and Mother-Baby Home Scandal

The Church of England is set to formally apologise for its role in forced adoptions linked to mother and baby homes, a move welcomed by survivors after decades of campaigning.

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Phil Frampton smiling while sitting on a chair draped in a quilt

British Man Charged with Directing Terrorist Activities in Somalia

Jermaine Grant, 43, is charged with directing Al-Shabaab activities and attending a training camp in Somalia. He faces multiple charges including possession of an AK47 for terrorist purposes and will appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court.

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PA Media Signage of the front entrance to Westminster Mags Court

Two Men Killed in Fatal Crash on A6089 in Scottish Borders

Two men died in a crash involving a Ford Fiesta and Nissan Leaf on A6089 in Kelso. The road was closed for investigation and reopened early Thursday.

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Google Two roads meet on a corner. A house in situated on the corner, with a sign pointing left for Gordon and Edinburgh and right for Stichill and Greenlaw. It is a countryside setting, with green fields and bushes in the background

Father Mourns Primrose Hill Stabbing Victim: 'Can Never Be Replaced'

Finbar Sullivan, a 21-year-old filmmaking student, was fatally stabbed in Primrose Hill. His father described him as a loving son with aspirations to become a cameraman like his grandfather. Police seek information; no arrests made.

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

Man Arrested Following Four-Car Collision in Aberdeen

A 50-year-old man was arrested after a four-car crash in Aberdeen on Garthdee Road, which hospitalized three people aged 15, 17, and 20. Emergency services responded promptly, and the road reopened after investigations.

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BBC Emergency services at the scene of a crash, one white car is on its roof.

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