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PM Avoids Inquiry Over Allegations of Misleading MPs on Mandelson Vetting

Sir Keir Starmer will not face a parliamentary inquiry over claims he misled MPs on Lord Mandelson's vetting as US ambassador. The Commons rejected a Conservative motion 335 to 223. Some Labour MPs rebelled, citing concerns about transparency and the government's handling.

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AFP via Getty Images Composite image of Sir Keir Starmer and Peter Mandelson. Both men have short, grey-coloured hair and are wearing black-rimmed glasses.

Starmer Defeats Tory Inquiry Bid Over Mandelson Appointment Amid Labour Dissent

Keir Starmer defeated a Tory-led bid to refer him to a standards committee over Peter Mandelson's appointment, despite dissent from some Labour MPs who warned of a perceived cover-up.

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Californians Shocked as Suspected Trump Gunman Turns Out to Be Their Neighbor

Cole Thomas Allen, charged with attempting to assassinate President Trump, lived quietly with his parents in Torrance, California. Neighbors express shock and protectiveness as law enforcement investigates, revealing details about Allen's background and community ties.

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Getty Images A man with an 'FBI' jacket and a woman in a hooded top have their backs to us as they stand facing the front door of a house. FBI agents are canvassing the neighbourhood of the suspected press dinner gunman

US Soldier Pleads Not Guilty to Insider Trading on Maduro Ouster Bets

US Army soldier Gannon Van Dyke pleaded not guilty to fraud charges after allegedly using insider information to win $400,000 betting on Nicolás Maduro's ouster via prediction markets.

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MP Sir David Davis Website Shut Down After 'Deliberate' Cyber Attack

Sir David Davis's website was shut down after a sustained cyber attack involving 142 million requests, with much traffic traced to China. The attack included malicious redirects and was described as deliberate interference with parliamentary duties.

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Getty Images A close up of Sir David Davis. He us wearing glasses and a suit with a white shirt.

UK Ambassador Says Only Israel Has a 'Special Relationship' with the US

UK Ambassador Sir Christian Turner stated that only Israel likely holds a 'special relationship' with the US, describing the UK-US ties as evolving amid global tensions.

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Man Accused of Murder Expresses Devastation Over Woman’s Death in Court

Kian Bateman, accused of murdering Shelley Davies by driving at her and her partner, told court he is devastated by her death. He admits causing death by dangerous driving but denies murder and attempted murder charges.

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BBC Kian Bateman arriving at court dressed in a dark suit, white suit and black tie. It is a slightly blurred court snatch. He is looking directly at the camera. He has short dark hair that is slightly longer and peaked at the front and a closely-shaved goatee and moustache.

Man Kills Mother After Accusation of Poisoning Father in Inverness

Thomas Fraser fatally stabbed his mother after she reported his alleged attempt to poison his father. He was acquitted due to mental disorder and is receiving psychiatric treatment.

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Family of Miriam MacDonald Inverness woman Miriam MacDonald has shoulder length blonde hair and is wearing a blue jumper. She is at a function. There are three men in the background.

Report: Intense Literacy Focus Marginalizes Reading for Pleasure Among UK Youth

A HarperCollins study reveals daily reading for pleasure among UK children dropped from 39% in 2012 to 25% in 2025, with social media aiding book discovery among teens. The report urges parents to distinguish literacy from reading for pleasure and encourages reading as a social activity.

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Concerns Rise as Somali Piracy Surges with Three Hijackings in One Week

Three vessels have been hijacked off Somalia's coast in one week, signaling a resurgence of piracy amid regional naval resource shifts and ongoing geopolitical tensions.

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Prince of Wales Returns to RAF Valley for 85th Anniversary Celebration

The Prince of Wales returned to RAF Valley to mark its 85th anniversary, sharing fond memories from his time as a search and rescue pilot and meeting former colleagues and trainees.

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PA Media Prince William laughing, he is in uniform, standing between two members of the RAF also in unfirom facing william, with their backs to the camera

Man Charged After Volunteer Motorcyclist's Death in Pembrokeshire Crash

A 57-year-old man has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving after volunteer motorcyclist Timothy Minett died in a collision on the A478 in Pembrokeshire last July.

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