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UK Sees Rise in AI-Driven Scams Targeting Victims in Romance and Financial Fraud

UK fraud cases surged as criminals use AI to manipulate victims, including romance scams involving fake marriages, with losses nearing £1.3bn in 2025, says UK Finance.

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Millions Eligible for Discounts on Water, Phone, and Broadband Bills

Millions on benefits can access discounted water, phone, and broadband bills via social tariffs. These are not promotions but essential support. Energy bills lack social tariffs but offer other aid. Contact suppliers and beware of scams.

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Starmer to Announce ‘Australia Plus’ Social Media Ban for Under-16s in UK

Keir Starmer plans to introduce an ‘Australia plus’ social media ban for under-16s in the UK, restricting access to major platforms and limiting risky features on gaming apps to enhance online safety.

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MP Lauren Edwards Revives Assisted Dying Bill, Urges Lords to 'Finish the Job'

Labour MP Lauren Edwards has reintroduced the assisted dying bill in Parliament, urging the House of Lords to approve it. The bill would allow terminally ill adults to seek assistance to end their lives, subject to safeguards. The move may invoke rare parliamentary powers to bypass Lords' objecti...

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Man Critically Injured in West Belfast Assault

A 30-year-old man is in critical condition after an assault outside a licensed premises in west Belfast. A 20-year-old suspect has been arrested, and police are seeking further information.

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Former Labour Deputy Leader Roy Hattersley Dies at 93

Roy Hattersley, former Labour deputy leader and MP for Birmingham Sparkbrook, has died aged 93. Tributes highlight his decades of service and impact on British politics.

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Barman Wins £3.5m Cornwall Home and £250,000 Cash Prize

Barman Darren Summers won a £3.5m house in Cornwall and £250,000 cash after entering a competition for £20. Surprised by the prize, he celebrated by offering free drinks at his pub and plans to retire early.

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Farage Pledges Ban on Foreign Nationals in Social Housing with Deportation Threats

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage pledges to ban foreign nationals from social housing, requiring relocation within three months or facing deportation, sparking political and charity sector criticism.

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Parents Await Answers Four Years After Newborn Son's Death During Birth

Four years after their newborn son Jacob's death due to birth complications, parents Kianty and Conor Simpson await an inquest to understand what happened. Delays, admitted negligence, and halted investigations have prolonged their search for answers and closure.

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11 Skydivers and Pilot Die in Missouri Plane Crash Near Butler Airport

A plane leased by a skydiving company crashed near Butler Memorial Airport, Missouri, killing 11 skydivers and the pilot. The FAA and NTSB are investigating the incident.

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UK Government Considers Lowering 2030 Electric Vehicle Sales Target

The UK government plans to reduce its 2030 electric vehicle sales target from 80% to between 50-70%, amid industry and union concerns over costs and jobs, while sustainability groups warn of risks to climate goals.

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Israeli Airstrike Hits Hezbollah Targets in Beirut, Killing Three

An Israeli airstrike targeted Hezbollah in Beirut's southern suburb, killing three. The attack risks disrupting a US-Iran peace deal, with tensions escalating between Israel, Iran, and Hezbollah amid ongoing regional conflict.

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