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Mother Found Baby Grey and Floppy in Trial of Father Accused of Shaking Infant to Death

A mother testified in court how she found her four-week-old baby limp and grey after his father allegedly shook him violently, causing fatal brain damage. The father denies murder and manslaughter charges.

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MoD Probes Russian Warship Firing Warning Shots Near UK Yacht in Channel

The UK Ministry of Defence is investigating reports that the Russian frigate Admiral Grigorovich fired warning shots near a UK yacht in the English Channel, with no injuries reported. The incident occurred outside UK waters amid ongoing naval monitoring.

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Controversy Over Potential Cull of Dartmoor Hill Ponies Sparks Debate

A dispute has emerged over Natural England's plan to reduce livestock grazing on Dartmoor, risking a cull of up to 90% of the endangered hill ponies. Campaigners warn this could devastate the breed and harm biodiversity, while officials deny any cull is planned.

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Viable Pipe Bomb Discovered on Car Windscreen in Londonderry

A viable pipe bomb was found on a car windscreen in Londonderry after a loud bang was reported. Police and ATOs responded, secured the area, and removed the device for forensic examination. PSNI seeks information from the public.

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Wales to Encourage Headteachers to Restrict Mobile Phone Use in Schools

Wales' education minister Anna Brychan will strongly encourage headteachers to restrict mobile phone use during school hours, with national guidelines expected after September consultations. This follows teacher support and contrasts with England's stricter phone bans.

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Actor Iain Robertson Faces Court Over Alleged Assault and Abuse Claims

Actor Iain Robertson denies multiple charges including assault and rape. Former partner Amiera Darwish testified about alleged threats, physical violence, and obsessive contact during and after their relationship from 2012 to 2015.

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Man Thought Girl Was ‘Messing Around’ After Finding Her Stabbed

A man who found nine-year-old Aria Thorpe after she was stabbed initially thought she was 'messing around.' A 16-year-old boy denies murder and manslaughter charges at Bristol Crown Court.

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Ruth Charteris KC Appointed Scotland's Next Lord Advocate

Ruth Charteris KC is nominated to become Scotland's Lord Advocate, succeeding Dorothy Bain. She will lead the Crown Office and serve as chief legal adviser to the Scottish government amid ongoing debates about the role's dual responsibilities.

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Refugee Groups Criticize Tory Plan to Remove Judges from Asylum Appeals

Refugee groups and lawyers condemn Conservative plans to remove judges from asylum appeals, calling it an attack on justice and democratic safeguards.

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Prifathrawon yn cael eu hannog i gyfyngu defnydd plant o ffonau symudol yn yr ysgol

Bydd prifathrawon yn cael eu hannog i gyfyngu ar ddefnydd ffonau symudol gan ddisgyblion ysgol, gyda Llywodraeth Cymru'n cynllunio canllawiau cenedlaethol clir i greu amgylchedd dysgu mwy diogel.

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UK Defence Chief Warns Forces May Cut Operations Without More Funding

UK defence chief warns armed forces may reduce training and operations without increased funding amid resignations and budget concerns.

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UUP Leader Denies Deals in Blocking NI Minimum Criminal Age Increase

UUP leader Jon Burrows denies any deals in blocking the rise of Northern Ireland's minimum age of criminal responsibility from 10 to 14, following the triggering of a petition of concern by unionist MLAs.

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