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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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FBI Foils Plot Targeting White House UFC Event, Multiple Arrests Made

The FBI thwarted a multi-state plot targeting the White House UFC event, arresting multiple suspects involved in a plan using explosive drones and coordinated attacks.

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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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Sewage Spill in Dartmouth Prompts Swimming Area Warnings

A sewage spill at Mayor's Avenue Pumping Station in Dartmouth has led to warnings against swimming in affected areas, with repair efforts underway and warning signs posted.

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Two Men Jailed for Firebombing Ordered by Dubai-Based Gang Boss

Two men, Richard Ordish and Kurtis Young, were jailed for firebombing a house in Edinburgh on orders from a Dubai-based gang boss. The attack was part of a violent feud, involved attempted murder charges, and caused extensive property damage.

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Man Allowed to Remain in Caravan After 30 Years Without Planning Permission

Clive Hetherington has been allowed to remain in his caravan at Warreston Lodge, Pembrokeshire, after living there without planning permission since 1996. Evidence confirmed his continuous residence, leading to council approval of a certificate of lawfulness.

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