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Mother admits killing three children in Bristol

A 44-year-old mother has admitted killing her three young children at their Bristol home on 18 February 2024. Yasmeen Ali pleaded guilty to three counts of manslaughter at Bristol Crown Court and awaits sentencing.

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Meghan received police notification of allegations against her father in 2018

The Duchess of Sussex disclosed she was informed by police of serious allegations against her father in 2018. The Metropolitan Police later confirmed receiving a letter in 2019 with claims relating to him.

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Highland councillors call for balance between digital devices and traditional teaching

Highland councillors are calling for an assessment of technology use in schools, warning that digital devices should support rather than replace traditional teaching methods. The motion comes as medical professionals and other UK nations reassess classroom screen time.

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A girl with shoulder length dark hair and a stripy T-shirt sits next to two other children at a table with laptops.

Pensioners cut heating and lights as cost-of-living crisis deepens

Pensioners are cutting heating and lights as inflation rises to 3.5% and energy bills reach £1,723 annually. Nearly two-thirds of low-income families struggle to afford essentials, with 7.4 million unable to afford at least one necessity.

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An older person wearing a blue fleece jacket over several layers of clothing stands indoors in a community facility. Tables and shelves with food and household items can be seen in the background.

Northumberland Farmer Faces £100k Loss After Bird Flu Strikes Free-Range Flock

A Northumberland free-range egg farmer has lost 32,000 birds to H5N1 bird flu, England's first confirmed outbreak this season, with losses exceeding £100,000. The rapid spread prompted strict control zones and international trade restrictions.

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In a selfie-style head-and-shoulders shot, Catherine is wearing glasses, a blue woolly hat and matching puffer jacket. In the background is the farmyard and a long poultry barn.

Traffic wardens set to return to Dumfries after 11-year absence to combat parking chaos

Dumfries and Galloway Council expects to regain traffic warden powers by year-end after more than a decade without enforcement, as officials describe parking conditions as "near anarchy" with restrictions routinely ignored.

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A woman in a blue shirt lifts a penalty charge notice from the front of her car

Tiger Shroff Shooting Revives Fears of Organised Crime's Return to Bollywood

Tiger Shroff's escape from a shooting attack in Mumbai has revived fears about organised crime's influence over Bollywood, raising questions about whether the underworld is reasserting control over the film industry after decades of relative stability.

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Tiger Shroff poses at a promotional event, wearing dark sunglasses and a navy polo shirt with a white collar. The actor leans on a display stand in front of a backdrop featuring large portrait images and text from a film campaign.

UK Papers: Emergency Preparedness Campaign and Covid Inquiry Fallout Dominate Headlines

UK newspapers lead with Defence Secretary Wes Streeting's emergency preparedness campaign and the Covid inquiry's damning findings on care home failures. The papers also cover a global cyber security incident, Barclays job cuts, and entertainment stories.

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The headline on the front page of the Daily Telegraph reads: 'Streeting: Stockpile food for cyber war.'

Storm Austen to batter UK with 70-80mph winds and heavy rain on Friday

Storm Austen will bring 70-80mph winds and heavy rain to the UK on Friday, with amber warnings for southwest England and yellow warnings across Wales and most of England. Storm Boelo will follow over the weekend.

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A woman is attempting to control her umbrella which has folded inside out because of strong winds.

Monk on Welsh Island Gave Naked Photos to Visitors, Woman Claims

A woman has publicly disclosed allegations of sexual assault by a monk on Caldey Island off Wales, claims examined in a new BBC podcast. Brother Titus Keet, 78, denies the allegations but acknowledged he would reflect on his behaviour. The island has a troubled history of abuse.

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Brother Titus Keet is looking down at the photographer, with his hands clasped. He is wearing monks robes - a white tunic with a black scapular. He is open mouthed as if talking. He wears glasses and has very little hair.

Cleveland Police still awaiting £2m promised after A66 crash that killed seven

Cleveland Police has not yet received the £2m promised by the government following the A66 crash that killed two officers and five others. The force faces costs exceeding £5m from the incident and ongoing funding pressures.

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An overturned car is seen under a blue tarp, surrounded by eight police vehicles on a road. There are bushes in the background and street lights along the road kerb.

Woman charged after police officer shot in Nottingham city centre

A 27-year-old woman has been charged after a police officer was shot in Nottingham city centre on 18 October 2026. The officer remains in hospital in stable condition. Multiple other arrests have been made in connection with the incident.

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