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Russia Cuts Victory Day Parade Amid Rising Ukrainian Drone Attacks

Russia will hold a scaled-back Victory Day parade without military hardware due to fears of Ukrainian drone attacks amid ongoing strikes on Russian territory.

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Row of soldiers holding guns with red flags on

Multiple Arrests in Cheshire Religious Group Modern Slavery Probe

Cheshire Police have arrested several individuals linked to the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light amid allegations of modern slavery, sexual offences, and forced marriage reported in 2023. Over 500 officers conducted raids and are working with local authorities to support residents.

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Cheshire Police Three police vans in a row, parked in a a small side road. There are trees either side of the road.

Musk Accuses Altman of Charity Theft as OpenAI Trial Begins in California

The trial between OpenAI founders Elon Musk and Sam Altman began in California, with Musk accusing Altman of charity theft and OpenAI alleging Musk seeks to undermine a competitor. The case involves disputes over OpenAI's commercial evolution and leadership.

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Getty Images Punching bags with the faces of Musk and Altman seen outside of court

Sheep Damage Graves and Flowers at Holywell Cemetery, Sparking Community Concern

Sheep have been damaging graves and flowers at Holywell Cemetery, Flintshire, upsetting families. The council plans to install a cattle-grid urgently to prevent further incidents.

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Social media Two sheep grazing among graves adorned with flowers.

Two Dead After Small Plane Crashes into Hangar at South Australia's Parafield Airport

Two people died when a twin-engine Diamond DA42 crashed into a hangar at Parafield Airport, Adelaide. The fire was extinguished, and emergency services responded promptly. An investigation is underway.

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Firefighters Battle Overnight Blaze at Fife's St Michael's Inn

Firefighters worked overnight to control a major blaze at St Michael's Inn in Leuchars, Fife. Nine fire appliances and specialist units responded. Roads in North East Fife faced disruptions, but no casualties were reported.

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Fife Jammer Locations Firefighters tackle a large blaze engulfing the roof of a building at night, with flames and thick smoke rising as a fire engine’s ladder sprays water from above. A police officer and emergency responders stand in the foreground near cordons and road signs.

Bomb at Dunmurry Police Station Raises Security Concerns for PSNI Civilians

A bomb at Dunmurry PSNI Station has raised security fears among civilian staff, recalling memories of the Troubles. Union rep Tracey Godfrey stresses vigilance amid threats from dissident republicans.

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BBC Tracy Godfrey is standing outside a building. The PSNI emblem is obscured from view in the background. Ms Godfrey is wearing a cheeta print scarf and a green coat. The part of the PSNI emblem that are shown are part of a star, a crown, and a shamrock.

What Lies Ahead for Mali's Military Leaders After Rebel Offensive?

Coordinated attacks in Mali's capital and north have shaken the military government, raising questions about its future and the role of Russian support amid insurgent advances.

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AFP via Getty Images A group of fighters in camouglage stand around a pick-up truck on a dusty road. One man in near silhouette - standing on the vehicle - is holding an automatic rifle up. On the left of the picture is the brown and yellow legs of a sculpture.

Scientists Decode Ancient Mayfly Flight Dance Crucial for Survival

Scientists have decoded the ancient vertical flight dance of mayflies, revealing its role in mate recognition and survival amid declining populations.

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North Northamptonshire Families Receive £150 Heating Oil Emergency Grants

North Northamptonshire Council offers £150 emergency heating oil grants to vulnerable families affected by sharp price rises following the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, targeting those off mains gas at risk of running out of heating oil.

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Scott Ellis/BBC A large green oil tank in someone's garden, with twigs, with leaves on, in front of it. There are pots to the right and a wooden fence to the left.

Bridge Collapse Leaves Benburb Village Isolated After Seven Months

Seven months after the Maydown Bridge collapse near Benburb, residents face isolation and delays in repairs, impacting local businesses, schools, and travel. The Department for Infrastructure cites weather and resource issues, aiming to complete work by May.

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80% of England’s Flood-Risk Homes Are in Urban Areas, Study Reveals

A study finds 80% of England’s flood-risk homes are in urban areas, with social housing tenants most vulnerable to financial impacts from surface water flooding.

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Flooded street with submerged cars and homes abandoned in York city centre.

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