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Irish Government Confident in Changes to Troubles Legacy Bill

The Irish government is reassured that changes to the UK's Troubles legacy bill align with joint commitments. Discussions continue amid criticism from parties and veterans, with plans for new legacy mechanisms in both UK and Irish legislatures.

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PA Media Helen McEntee is looking away from the camera. She has shoulder length blonde hair. She is wearing a red jacket and black blouse.

Historic £500k Lipton Cup Stolen from Glasgow Museum Last October

The Lipton Cup, a historic 18-carat gold trophy valued at nearly £500k, was stolen from a Glasgow museum last October. Police continue to investigate with no arrests yet, appealing to the public for information.

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Glasgow Life Gold trophy with dome lid and handles. A crest has badges on it

Louisiana Delays May Primaries After Supreme Court Orders Congressional Map Redraw

Louisiana postpones May primaries after Supreme Court ruling requires redrawing congressional maps, weakening Voting Rights Act protections and sparking concerns over minority voter influence.

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Demonstrators outside the supreme court in Washington, DC, in October 2025.

Teens Sentenced to 5-7 Years for Killing Man They Believed Was a Paedophile

Three teenagers were sentenced to 5-7 years for the manslaughter of Alexander Cashford, whom they lured to a Kent beach believing he was a paedophile. The attack was premeditated and brutal, resulting in Cashford's death and leaving a family grieving.

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Kent Police A clean-shaven bald man. He is smiling. He is wearing a white shirt against a white background.

Accidental Fire Damages Pink Punters LGBT+ Club in Milton Keynes

A fire at Pink Punters LGBT+ nightclub in Milton Keynes caused significant damage. Police investigations found no evidence of criminality, and a suspect was cleared.

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Residents Advised to Stay Indoors After Large Fire at Port Talbot Waste Centre

A fire at the AWD Group recycling centre in Port Talbot has produced a large black smoke cloud, prompting residents to keep indoors. Firefighters continue efforts to extinguish the blaze involving 200 tonnes of waste, with road closures and safety advisories in place.

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BBC A police car in front of the same building engulfed in smoke,. the care has a sign in from on the ground in red and white saying road closed the welsh equivalent

Teen Charged with Attempted Murder After Police Officers Injured in Hamilton

An 18-year-old man faces attempted murder and traffic charges after injuring two police officers and a passenger in a collision in Hamilton. The driver fled but was arrested and will appear in court.

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Google A general view of a road and houses in Fleming Way, Hamilton

Police Given Additional 36 Hours to Question Man Over Belfast Police Station Bombing

A 66-year-old man arrested over a bomb explosion outside Dunmurry Police Station in Belfast is being questioned for an additional 36 hours. The New IRA claimed responsibility, stating the attack aimed to kill police officers leaving the station.

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PA Media Forensic officer, in white suit, and blue face covering, beside the debris of a car after an explosion in Dunmurry.

Family of Bloody Sunday Victim Awarded £275,000 in Damages

Daniel McGowan's family awarded £275,000 after he was shot on Bloody Sunday, suffering life-changing injuries and psychological trauma. The ruling acknowledges wrongful actions by British soldiers and vindicates McGowan's innocence.

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Aberdeen University Calls for Further Talks on Staffing Budgets Amid Cost Cuts

The University of Aberdeen plans £12m savings amid staff strikes over restructuring and recruitment pauses. The university court approved consolidating schools and cutting low-enrollment courses, with further talks planned on staffing budgets and potential redundancies.

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BBC A picket line outside the University of Aberdeen, many with strike placards.

Trainee Driver Crashes Bus into River Seine Near Paris, All Rescued

A trainee driver lost control of a bus near Paris, causing it to crash into the River Seine. All four passengers were rescued in a large-scale operation involving firefighters, divers, and police. Investigations are ongoing with no injuries reported so far.

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Reuters The River Seine in Juvisy-sur-Orge. The roof of a bus can be seen under the water, on which a small group of people are sitting. On the road nearby there are police cars and fire engines.

Welsh Labour First to Publish Partial Costings for Senedd Election Policies

Welsh Labour is the first party to publish partial costings for its Senedd election policies, estimating £347m by 2030. The move prompts calls for Plaid Cymru to reveal their figures amid debate over public sector pay and hospital funding.

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Matthew Horwood/Getty Images Eluned Morgan is stood looking up from a lecturn which has microphones on top of it. She is wearing a dark red jacket and a red top with a shirt underneath.

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