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Stormont Urged to Act Swiftly on Northern Ireland's Social Housing Shortage

Colm Gildernew highlights urgent need for action on Northern Ireland's social housing shortage amid limited budget and unmet targets.

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Trump Questions Iran Peace Deal, Says Tehran Hasn't Paid Enough Price

President Trump reviews Iran's latest peace proposal but doubts its viability, citing insufficient penalties on Tehran. Amid rising tensions, US and Israeli officials prepare for potential strikes, while Iran warns of renewed conflict. The situation impacts global oil supplies and US-European mil...

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People drive past anti-US billboard depicting Donald Trump and the Strait of Hormuz in Tehran.

Arron Banks' 'Welsh lad?' Comment Deemed Racist by Reform Candidate

Arron Banks' 'Welsh lad?' comment in response to a Plaid Cymru video has been called racist by a Reform candidate. Party leaders and other political groups have issued statements condemning the remark and discussing its implications.

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Tories Propose Stricter Household Benefit Cap to Save £1bn Annually

The Conservatives propose tightening the household benefit cap, limiting exemptions and requiring work from all able adults to save £1bn annually, amid political debate over welfare reforms.

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Concerns Grow for Jailed Iranian Nobel Laureate Narges Mohammadi's Health

Narges Mohammadi, Iranian Nobel laureate and human rights activist, faces severe health decline in prison. Family and Nobel Committee call for urgent medical transfer amid fears for her life.

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Man Charged After £1m Cocaine Seizure and Child Image Offences

A 30-year-old man was charged after police seized suspected cocaine worth £1 million and found indecent images of children in County Tyrone. He faces multiple drug and child-related offences and will appear in court on Monday.

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Two US Service Members Missing During Military Exercises in Morocco

Two US service members went missing near Tan Tan, Morocco, during African Lion 2026 exercises. A multinational search and rescue mission is ongoing as Africom investigates.

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Russian Strikes Kill 10 as Zelensky Reports Hits on Russian Oil Tankers and Terminal

Russian strikes in Ukraine have killed 10 and injured 76. Zelensky reports damage to Russian oil terminal and tankers used to evade sanctions, amid ongoing drone and missile attacks.

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Getty Images Two Ukrainian firefighters hold a hose as they try to extinguish a fire at a destroyed petrol station in Kharkiv - 2 May.

Police Investigate Possible Link Between Drive-By Shooting and Stabbing Incidents

Police are investigating a possible link between a drive-by shooting on Coldharbour Lane that injured four people and a stabbing on Acre Lane that left a 33-year-old man critically injured. Both victims remain in life-threatening condition, with no arrests made yet.

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Reform Candidate Labels Arron Banks' Social Media Comment Racist

James Evans, a Reform UK Welsh candidate, called Arron Banks' social media post racist, prompting political reactions and calls for accountability within the party.

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Getty Images The image shows Arron Banks in Westminster walking away from pro-EU campaigners. He is smiling and wearing a dark suit, light blue shirt and red tie.

Polanski Urges Against ‘Globalise the Intifada’ Chant Amid UK Political Tensions

Green Party leader Zack Polanski discourages the chant 'globalise the intifada' amid UK political tensions. Labour braces for local election losses; SNP eyes new independence referendum. Police response to Golders Green attack and political reactions spark controversy.

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Flats Evacuated After Motorbike Fire in Kilsyth Block

A motorbike was set on fire inside a Kilsyth block of flats on Rennie Road, prompting evacuation and a police appeal for information.

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