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Man Hospitalised After Brutal Masked Attack in Londonderry Burglary

A man in his 40s was hospitalised after a brutal attack by masked men during a burglary in Londonderry. Police urge witnesses with footage to come forward.

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Pacemaker A close-up image of a police officer's black protection vest as they stand near a cordoned off street.

Scottish Government Launches £5.4m Emergency Heating Oil Fund for Low-Income Households

The Scottish government has launched a £5.4m fund to aid low-income households using heating oil amid soaring prices caused by the US-Israel conflict with Iran.

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Getty Images A delivery driver places a metal nozzle into the open lid of a heating oil tank to refill it. The driver is wearing protective gloves and overalls.

Minister Disputes Rayner’s Claim Home Office Migrant Delay Plan Is ‘Un-British’

Cabinet Office minister Nick Thomas-Symonds rejects Angela Rayner's claim that Home Office plans to delay migrants' settled status are 'un-British'. The article covers reactions to Rayner's speech, Tory defense of Nick Timothy's comments on Muslim prayers, and Labour leadership dynamics.

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Labour MP and former deputy prime minister, Angela Rayner, speaking last month in Liverpool.

Irish PM Stays Composed as Trump Criticizes Starmer and UK Support

Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin skillfully navigated a tense Oval Office meeting with President Trump, defending Keir Starmer and managing criticism over Middle East policies without provoking backlash.

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Getty Images President Donald Trump receives a bowl of shamrocks from Taoiseach of Ireland Micheál Martin (R) during a St. Patrick’s Day event in the East Room of the White House on March 17, 2026 in Washington, DC.

Southeast Asia Implements Energy Cuts Amid Middle East Oil Crisis

Southeast Asian nations heavily reliant on Middle Eastern oil are implementing energy-saving measures and subsidies amid soaring fuel prices caused by the Middle East conflict, impacting transport workers and prompting government interventions.

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Workers change the price of fuel at a petrol station

Woman Thanks Rescuers After Learning to Walk Post 130ft Fall at Henrhyd Falls

Leah Matthews survived a 130ft fall at Henrhyd Falls and reunited with rescuers who saved her life. Despite ongoing pain, she expresses deep gratitude and plans to fundraise for her rescuers.

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BBC A group photo showing a woman in the centre with long brown hair wearing a purple and white fleece with flowers on it. Four men surround her wearing different uniform - one is in a red and black jacket, another in a blue shirt, and two on the right are wearing dark green shirts.

Rayner Criticizes Immigration Reforms as 'Un-British' and a 'Breach of Trust'

Angela Rayner criticizes UK government plans to extend migrant settlement periods, calling them 'un-British' and a 'breach of trust,' while Home Secretary Mahmood defends the reforms as necessary and fair.

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EPA Angela Rayner wearing a mauve blazer against a red background. She has long auburn hair and a fringe.

Greens Co-Leader Says Sturgeon Outperformed Swinney as First Minister

Scottish Greens co-leader Gillian Mackay stated Nicola Sturgeon was a better first minister than John Swinney, noting a shift to the centre under Swinney and the need to rebuild trust after the Bute House Agreement ended in 2024.

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PA Media A woman with long brown hair and wearing a dark top smiled at the camera. A backdrop shows a rural scene

Has Funded 30-Hour Childcare Reduced Costs for Parents in England?

The cost of full-time nursery care for under-twos in England dropped nearly 40% for some families after the 30-hour funded childcare expansion in 2025, but costs rose for others and in Scotland and Wales. Challenges remain in access and affordability.

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Getty Images A nursery worker wearing a blue lanyard reading "staff" and a small boy wearing an apron play with a sandpit full of plastic animals at nursery.

Ardrossan Harbour Nationalised by Scottish Government Amid Redevelopment Challenges

Ardrossan harbour has been nationalised by the Scottish government due to redevelopment challenges for new larger ferries on the Arran route. CMAL now controls the harbour, aiming to secure reliable ferry services despite high upgrade costs and operational constraints.

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Getty Images A Caledonian MacBrayne ferry pulling up next to Ardrossan Harbour

Glasgow Central Station Partly Reopens After Union Street Fire

Glasgow Central Station partially reopened 10 days after a fire damaged a neighboring building. Some platforms and services resumed, but main entrances and facilities remain closed due to safety concerns.

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BBC The main waiting area of Glasgow Central by the Gordon Street entrance. The waiting area is obscured by metal sheeting and there is a glass roof held up by white barring. The place is empty

Leah Matthews Thanks Rescue Teams After Surviving 130-Foot Fall

Leah Matthews, 32, survived a 130-foot fall at Rhaeadr Henrhyd and expresses deep gratitude to rescue teams after a six-hour rescue operation. Despite severe injuries and ongoing pain, she plans to raise funds for her rescuers.

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