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UK's Higgs Boson Triumph Overshadowed by Threatened Cuts to Physics Funding

The UK celebrated a Nobel-winning Higgs boson discovery but now faces potential cuts threatening particle physics and astronomy research, sparking debate over funding priorities between fundamental and applied science.

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Pro-Kremlin Loyalist Ilya Remeslo Publicly Calls for Putin’s Trial

Ilya Remeslo, a former pro-Kremlin lawyer, publicly denounced Vladimir Putin, calling for his resignation and trial as a war criminal amid Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine.

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Northern Ireland's Femicide Rates Exceed Many Global Regions, UK Minister Says

Northern Ireland's femicide rates exceed many global regions, with government minister Jess Phillips highlighting ongoing efforts and challenges, including the pervasive influence of the manosphere and the legacy of paramilitarism.

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PM Avoids Confirming Talk with Mandelson on Epstein Before US Ambassador Appointment

Sir Keir Starmer avoided confirming if he spoke with Peter Mandelson about his Epstein ties before appointing him UK ambassador to the US, amid scrutiny and document releases revealing warnings about Mandelson's relationship with Epstein.

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Trump Blames Democrats for DHS Shutdown as Jeffries Seeks Separate Funding Vote

President Trump blames Democrats for the partial DHS shutdown amid immigration enforcement disputes. House Minority Leader Jeffries seeks a separate funding vote for affected agencies. Meanwhile, key Senate hearings and political developments unfold, including Illinois primary results and intelli...

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Wales and Industry Agree to Accelerate Renewable Energy Projects

Wales and the renewable energy sector have agreed on a strategic partnership to accelerate wind, solar, and tidal projects, aiming for 100% renewable electricity by 2035 amid energy security concerns.

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Sectarian Graffiti on Apprentice Boys' Hall Condemned as Hate Crime

Sectarian graffiti on the Apprentice Boys of Derry Memorial Hall on St Patrick's Day has been condemned as a hate crime. Councillor Darren Guy highlighted an increase in attacks on the Protestant community and called for education to eradicate hatred.

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Former MP Crispin Blunt Faces Four Drug Charges

Former MP Crispin Blunt has been charged with one count of possessing a class A drug and three counts of possessing a class B drug following police searches at his Surrey home.

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US Spends $11.3bn in First Week of Iran War, Raising Priority Concerns

The US spent $11.3bn in the first week of its Iran war, exceeding budgets of key health and science agencies, raising concerns about national priorities and funding cuts to public health and research.

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Cymru yn cyflwyno trwyddedau llety gwyliau a rheoli Airbnb ar ôl pasio deddf

Senedd Cymru wedi pasio deddf newydd sy'n mynnu trwyddedau ar gyfer llety gwyliau, gan gynnwys Airbnb, i sicrhau safonau diogelwch a gwarchod enw da Cymru fel cyrchfan dwristiaeth.

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Two Teenagers Missing After Car Enters River in Wisbech St Mary

Police divers search for two teenagers missing after a car entered the River Nene in Wisbech St Mary. Three others escaped with non-life-threatening injuries. North Brink remains closed during the search.

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Gerry Adams Testifies on Using Influence to Shift from War to Peace

Gerry Adams testified in London High Court, stating he used his republican influence to aid peace and denied IRA membership amid claims linking him to IRA bombings.

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