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Two men sentenced for £12k Ann Summers burglary in Nottingham

Two men have been sentenced for stealing £12,059 worth of lingerie and sex toys from an Ann Summers shop in Nottingham. Jason Kamal received three years in prison for two burglaries, while Ashley Hillsley was given a community order.

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Assembly Member Interviewed by Police Over Drumcree Protest Role

Assembly member Gerry Carroll has been interviewed by police investigating Drumcree protests. Carroll said it was voluntary and he gave a prepared statement. Several other politicians, including First Minister Michelle O'Neill, have also received police interview letters.

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Man charged with murder after 17-year-old killed in Glasgow disturbance

A 22-year-old man has appeared in court charged with murder following the death of 17-year-old Jack Mellon during a disturbance in Glasgow's Milton area on Wednesday evening.

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Execution Photos Raise Questions About Media Ethics and Consistency

Readers question The Guardian's publication of historical execution photographs while condemning livestreaming of executions, and raise concerns about omissions in sports coverage and editorial phrasing.

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Ex-Foreign Office chief Robbins settles dismissal case with six-figure payout

Sir Olly Robbins, former head of the Foreign Office, has settled his dismissal case with the government for a six-figure payout after being sacked by Keir Starmer over his handling of Lord Mandelson's vetting for US ambassador.

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Glasgow man remanded after £2.6m cocaine found in Santa gift bags

Jordan Wetherill, 23, was remanded in custody after police found £2.6m of cocaine hidden among Santa gift bags in a Glasgow flat on December 21, 2025. He has pleaded guilty to drug supply charges.

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Airbus chief warns UK risks European space role over satellite contract choice

Airbus chief Guillaume Faury has warned Prime Minister Andy Burnham that choosing Lockheed Martin for the £2.4bn Skynet 6 satellite contract could cost the UK its role in European space defence. The decision, delayed since summer, pits the US contractor against European rivals amid concerns over ...

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School Lost 41 Pupils After Ballymena Riots as Families Fled to Cars

Harryville Primary School lost 41 pupils after June 2025 rioting forced families to flee their homes. A recovery report reveals systemic failures by authorities and lasting trauma affecting the migrant community.

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MTV Worker Says Brand Changed to 'Wild-Eyed Maniac' Before Alleged Assault

A woman who worked at MTV told Russell Brand's trial that he shifted from friendly to aggressive as he allegedly tried to force her into a bathroom in 2001. She described feeling "bewildered and confused" by the incident. Brand denies all charges.

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Pastor and wife arrested after 200 people found chained at illegal South African rehab centre

A pastor and his wife have been arrested after authorities discovered 200 people, some in chains, held at an illegal rehabilitation centre in Mpumalanga province, South Africa. Officials found severe overcrowding, poor sanitation, and inhumane conditions during the raid.

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Three hospitalised following two-vehicle collision in Scottish Borders

Three people were taken to hospital after a two-vehicle crash on the A72 in Innerleithen, Scottish Borders. Emergency services deployed multiple ambulances and an air ambulance to the scene on Pirn Road.

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Green Party Deputy Wins Substantial Damages Over False Riot Allegations

Mothin Ali, deputy leader of the Green Party, has won substantial damages from a GB News presenter and social media commentator who falsely claimed he participated in the 2024 Harehills disorder. Ali was actually present to assist police and calm tensions.

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