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Judith Chalmers, Beloved TV Presenter of Wish You Were Here, Dies at 90

Judith Chalmers, famed presenter of ITV's Wish You Were Here...?, has died aged 90 after a 60-year broadcasting career. She was honoured with an OBE and remembered fondly by family and colleagues.

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Getty Images Judith Chalmers smiling in a navy blue blazer and necklace in 2016

Council CEO's £280k Payout Sparks Criticism and Comparisons to Lottery Win

Caerphilly Council's payout to former CEO Christina Harrhy has risen from £209,000 to £280,654, drawing criticism and comparisons to a 'lottery win' from opposition figures.

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Caerphilly Council Christina Harrhy smiling at the camera, sitting on a black chair in front of a white wall. She has long black hair with a fringe and a pony tail and is wearing a white suit jacket with blue stitched horizontal lines

Seven Men Charged in Group Child Sexual Exploitation Case

Seven men aged 20 and 21 have been charged with 40 offences related to child sexual exploitation in Norwich. An eighth man was arrested in Ireland. All will appear in court on June 19.

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Royal International Air Tattoo Cancelled Due to Middle East Conflict

The 2026 Royal International Air Tattoo at RAF Fairford has been cancelled due to the Middle East conflict. Ticket holders can opt for refunds, rollover to 2027, or donate to the RAF Charitable Trust. The event is set to return in 2027.

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PA Media A photo of this year's Royal International Air Tattoo, showing a huge crowd of people walking around the grounds as large aircraft loom behind them

Ministers Accelerate New Voting System Ahead of Possible Manchester Mayoral Election

Ministers are fast-tracking the introduction of the Supplementary Vote system for a potential Greater Manchester mayoral election triggered by Andy Burnham's possible parliamentary win. The system replaces First Past the Post to ensure broader electoral support.

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Getty Images A shot of Manchester with a canal, bridge and boat in the foreground and the Beetham Tower in the background

Man Arrested After Fatal Incident in South Queensferry

A 58-year-old man was arrested after a 54-year-old died following an alleged assault in South Queensferry. Police continue to investigate and have increased patrols in the area.

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BBC A cordoned off area of a street in South Queensferry. There are people wearing white hazmat suits and uniformed police officers. A blue forensic tent is in the front garden of one of the properties and cars line the street.

Nato War Games in Secret London Bunker Highlight UK Drone Shortfall

A secret Nato bunker in London hosts war games simulating a 2030 Russian invasion of Estonia, highlighting the UK army's critical drone shortage and the need for increased defence funding.

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Andy Burnham’s Social Media Style Earns Praise from Allies and Experts

Labour MPs and PR experts praise Andy Burnham’s direct, humorous social media style as a natural contrast to Keir Starmer’s approach during his Makerfield by-election campaign.

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Andy Burnham speaks at a microphone in front of a large digital screen showing a cartoon face of himself

Man Sentenced to Two Years for Massive Child Pornography Collection

Michael Walsh, 30, was jailed for two years after admitting possession of a "colossal" collection of extreme child pornography spanning tens of thousands of images and videos, some involving animals, from 2021 to 2025.

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Jury Discharged in Trial Over Ian Watkins Prison Murder

The jury in the trial of two inmates accused of murdering Ian Watkins in prison has been discharged, with the case set for retrial.

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MP Condemns Government's Decision to Cancel New Witham School Funding

Dame Priti Patel criticizes the government's withdrawal of funding for a new 420-place school in Witham, Essex, calling it "outrageous" and harmful to local education and families.

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Reuters Priti Patel has black hair and looks pensive in her expression. She is wearing a white jacket.

Major Refurbishment Planned for Senedd's Tŷ Hywel Offices

Tŷ Hywel, the Senedd's Cardiff Bay office building, is set for major refurbishment as the lease renewal is deemed the best option. Extensive upgrades will improve accessibility, energy efficiency, and workspace, with work planned from 2027 to 2031.

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Getty Images The building shows the red brick Tŷ Hywel building in Cardiff Bay on a sunny day. The Senedd building is visible in the background.