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Vigils for Jason Arday Draw Thousands in Cambridge and London as Family Speaks Out

Vigils in Cambridge and London drew large crowds to honour Jason Arday, as his family spoke of the toll of media scrutiny and Cambridge faced fresh questions over his appointment.

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Floral tributes attached to black railings. There is a picture of Jason Arday, with notes written to him.

12-Year-Old Boy Dies After River Lea Drowning Near Hackney Marshes

A 12-year-old boy drowned in the River Lea near Hackney Marshes on Saturday evening, prompting a large emergency response and tributes from Hackney's mayor.

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A file image of narrow boats moored along the banks of the River Lea in north-east London.

New Planning Rules to Make Converting Pubs into Homes Harder in England

England's National Planning Policy Framework, updated to strengthen protections for pubs against conversion into homes or offices, takes effect on 18 August 2026, though industry groups say tax and cost pressures remain the bigger threat.

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A young group of friends clinking pint glasses of beer together around a pub table

Six Killed in Ukrainian Strikes on Russia's Belgorod Region, Governor Says

Russia's Belgorod region reported six dead and four injured, including a teenager, after overnight Ukrainian missile strikes, as cross-border attacks between the two countries continue to intensify.

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Belgorod's acting governor Alexander Shuvaev in a suit and tie earlier this month

Wrong-Way M9 Crash: Five Teenagers Named as Garda Body Reveals Pursuit Was Called Off

Five teenagers killed in a wrong-way M9 crash near Moone, Co Kildare, have been named locally, as the Garda Representative Association reveals officers were ordered to disengage from pursuing the car before the collision.

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A shot of a car crash site showing a section of closed motorway with many emergency service vehicles on the road and debris from the crash.

Tehan Ejected from Question Time After 'Cut the Crap' Remark to Bowen on Energy Scheme

Dan Tehan was thrown out of question time after telling Chris Bowen to 'cut the crap' over the Capacity Investment Scheme's cost, as the Alan Jones trial and an anti-abortion rally also made headlines.

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The Coalition’s Dan Tehan speaks during question time

Council Fences Off Ancient Oak Linked to Sir Isaac Newton in Lincolnshire

South Kesteven District Council has fenced off an ancient oak in Manthorpe, near Grantham, linked to Sir Isaac Newton, after soil compaction and rope damage threatened the veteran tree.

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A large oak tree surrounded by a wooden fence. The grass in the foreground in brown.

Parents Say Child Maintenance Service Is Pushing Them to Breaking Point

Parents on both sides of the Child Maintenance Service describe arrears, food banks and administrative errors, as a Panorama investigation examines whether the system is failing families.

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Katy, who wears glasses and a black T-shirt, talks to BBC Panorama from her sofa. Toys can be seen in the background.

Kushner Lands in Israel for Netanyahu Talks After Rare Direct Contact With Hamas

Jared Kushner arrived in Israel to meet Netanyahu after holding rare direct talks with Hamas in Egypt over implementing Trump's Gaza peace plan, which Israel has rejected.

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A Palestinian woman walks with children along a path lined with piles of rubble in the Sheikh Radwan neighbourhood of Gaza City

Papers: Drought Water Price Rises Anger Campaigners, Amy Hunt's Historic Gold

Monday's front pages focus on anger over drought-linked water price rises and Amy Hunt's historic fourth gold at the European Championships, alongside reports on secret Russian drone bases and a Wakefield dog attack arrest.

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The headline on the front page of the Metro reads: "Water cheek!"

Decades-Old Car Partly Pulled From River Lagan Near Lisburn After Public Pressure

A rusted car submerged in the River Lagan near Lisburn for decades was partially removed on Sunday, though officials remain divided over who is responsible for finishing the job.

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A rusted, rotten car overgrown with weeds and surrounded by algae sits in the water of the River Lagan. The wheels are submerged beneath the water but the body of the car is entirely visible. The windows are down. It's a dusty orange-pink colour.

Reform UK's Benefits Ban for Foreign Nationals Would Cover EU Citizens Too

Reform UK says foreign nationals, including EU citizens with settled status, would lose access to most benefits under its proposed welfare overhaul, a move that could require renegotiating the UK's Brexit deal.

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Robert Jenrick makes a hand expression as he speaks at a podium in front of a red-lit background.