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Man Dies After Falling from East Belfast Eleventh Night Bonfire

A man named Warren "AKA" Lyttle died after falling from an Eleventh Night bonfire in east Belfast's Braniel estate. Community groups expressed heartbreak and plan a minute's silence before Saturday's bonfire, which will proceed as requested by the family.

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Woman's Body Found After Search at Falls of Falloch Near Loch Lomond

A woman's body was recovered after a search at the Falls of Falloch near Loch Lomond. Emergency services responded following reports of difficulty in the water. The death is not suspicious. The site is a popular beauty spot with recent safety improvements.

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Trump Administration Subpoenas NY Times Journalists Over Air Force One Security Reports

New York Times journalists were subpoenaed to testify about reports on security concerns involving President Trump's new Air Force One plane, amid investigations into illegal leaks by the Justice Department.

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Two Men Charged After Stabbing Incident in North Belfast

Two men have been charged after a stabbing in north Belfast left a man injured. The incident occurred at Fortwilliam Park on Thursday evening. Both charged men are due in court Saturday; a third man was released on bail.

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Unusual Requests to British Embassies Include Blonde Highlights and Lost Cars

The Foreign Office reveals unusual requests to British embassies, from blonde highlights in Jordan to lost cars in Paris, while emphasizing their core support services for travellers abroad.

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Nigerian Army Frees 44 Kidnapped Pupils and Teachers in Oyo State

Nigeria's military has rescued all 44 pupils and teachers abducted two months ago in Oyo state. Several captors were arrested, and the freed individuals are receiving medical care. The operation involved multiple agencies and resulted in military casualties.

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Murder Inquiry Underway After Man's Fatal Assault in Ashton-under-Lyne

A murder investigation is underway after a man in his early 30s died following a violent assault at a bar in Ashton-under-Lyne. A 36-year-old suspect is in custody, and police are appealing for witnesses or footage to aid their inquiries.

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More Homes Evacuated in Coalsnaughton Amid Ground Movement Investigation

More homes in Coalsnaughton evacuated as ground movement linked to former mining continues. 256 residents displaced; investigation and monitoring ongoing with government support.

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China Prepares for Typhoon Bavi Landfall Following Recent Storms

Typhoon Bavi, China's second this week, nears landfall near Wenzhou after impacting Japan, Taiwan, and the Philippines. Evacuations and heavy rains are expected amid ongoing recovery from Typhoon Maysak.

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High winds and wet weather at a marina in Ishigaki Island, in Japan's Okinawa Prefecture. Wind blows through a palm tree and boats are seen on a choppy sea close to the quay.

Speedboat Capsizes Near Phu Quoc, Vietnam, Killing 15 Indian Tourists

A speedboat carrying 32 Indian tourists and four crew capsized near Hon May Rut Ngoai island in southern Vietnam, killing 15. Rescue efforts continue amid rough sea conditions.

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Ambulances line up on a pier to help victims after a tourist vessel capsized off Phu Quoc island in southern Vietnam. Photo: 11 July 2026

TV Presenter Dermot Murnaghan Dies at 68 After Prostate Cancer Battle

TV presenter Dermot Murnaghan has died aged 68, a year after revealing his stage four prostate cancer diagnosis. He was a prominent journalist with BBC, ITV, and and advocated for prostate cancer screening.

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Police Describe Coalisland Petrol Bomb Attack on House as Reckless

Police in Northern Ireland have called a petrol bomb attack on a Coalisland house 'reckless.' The incident occurred early Saturday, with no injuries reported. Investigations continue as police seek information from the public.

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