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Man Charged in Court Over Fatal Motherwell Shooting

Robert Clark appeared in Hamilton Sheriff Court charged with murder and firearm offenses related to the fatal shooting of Jordan Gray in Motherwell on 14 December. A second man was arrested and later released pending investigation.

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Police Scotland Jordan Gray has short, black hair and is wearing a white shirt under a black waistcoat. He is standing in front of a wall with black and silver wallpaper

Transgender Woman Jailed Nine Years for Sex Offenses Against Girls

Serenity Francis Johnston, a transgender woman, was sentenced to nine years for sexually assaulting and raping three girls aged 8 to 15 in Livingston between 2006 and 2012. The judge condemned the crimes as robbing the victims of their innocence.

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Vic Rodrick A transgender woman, with a stern expression wearing glasses and a burgundy hoodie which is covering her head.

Towie Star's Call for Mandatory Ice Skating Gloves for Kids Denied by Ministers

Towie star Chloe Lewis's petition for mandatory gloves for children at ice rinks was rejected by ministers, but a parliamentary debate remains possible if signatures reach 100,000.

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BBC Chloe Lewis holding her son Beau on her lap. Chloe wears a bright orange jumper and her brown hair tied back in a ponytail. Beau wears a blue beanie hat and a blue jumper and his left hand is bandaged.

First Minister Affirms Role for Welsh Secretary Amid Debate on Position's Future

First Minister Eluned Morgan affirms the continued role of the Welsh secretary, emphasizing the position should represent Wales at the UK cabinet, amid debate sparked by a leaked prime minister's memo and calls to abolish the post.

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ANDY RAIN/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock Jo Stevens arriving for a cabinet meeting at Downing Street. She is smiling and wearing a dark jacket over a white top.

Dyn yn cael dedfryd oes am lofruddio ei wraig yng Nghaerdydd

Dyn o Gaerdydd wedi cael dedfryd oes am lofruddio ei wraig, Paria Veisi, a chladdu ei chorff o dan bridd a phlanhigion. Roedd y llofruddiaeth wedi'i chynllunio o leiaf mis ymlaen llaw, ac mae modryb y dyn wedi cael dedfryd am wyrdroi cwrs cyfiawnder.

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UK Calls for Continued Pressure on Russia as US Eases Russian Oil Sanctions

The UK urges allies to maintain pressure on Russia after the US eases sanctions on Russian oil amid rising oil prices and regional conflicts affecting global energy markets.

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Reuters A silhouette watching the MT Desert Kite oil tanker carrying Russian oil at Narara Marine National Park in the Arabian Sea, Gujarat.

Texts Reveal Natalie McNally Considered Ending Relationship with Murder Accused

Court reveals messages showing Natalie McNally considered breaking up with Stephen McCullagh before her death. Audio recordings and computer searches on day of death also presented.

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Pacemaker Natalie McNally. She has long blonde hair and is wearing a long khaki coat and standing on a beach.

Two Injured in Multi-Vehicle Crash on M5 Between Junctions 28 and 29

Two people were injured in a multi-vehicle crash on the M5 between junctions 28 and 29, causing partial road closures and emergency response including air ambulance deployment.

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Nick Watson Several vehicles in a queue on the M5 carriageway, southbound, near Exeter

Europe Sets Minimum Age 16 Rating for Games Featuring Loot Boxes

Europe's PEGI system will assign a minimum age rating of 16 to games featuring loot boxes starting June, aiming to better inform parents amid concerns about gambling-like mechanics in gaming.

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Getty Images A boy with ginger hair is sitting down with his back to the camera, playing a video game on a large tv in the background. He has white headphones on and is wearing a white t-shirt and blue jeans.

Farage Regrets Reform UK's Minority Control of 'Bankrupt' Worcestershire Council

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage regrets taking minority control of Worcestershire County Council due to inherited financial troubles, including a nearly 9% council tax rise to avoid bankruptcy.

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PA Media Nigel Farage wearing a brown suit and a red tie stands at a Reform UK podium.

Council barred from appealing High Court ruling on Essex asylum seeker hotel

Epping Forest District Council cannot appeal a High Court ruling allowing asylum seekers to remain at The Bell Hotel in Essex, after spending £566,000 on legal challenges. Judges cited public interest and statutory duties in their decision.

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PA Media Police officers standing in front of a blue sign outside The Bell Hotel.

Police Informed of New Report on Bullying and Harassment at Scottish Parliament

A new report reveals 84 unreported cases of bullying, harassment, and sexual misconduct at the Scottish Parliament since 2021. Police have been informed, and party leaders call for urgent action to ensure a safe working environment.

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Getty Images A modern concrete building - Holyrood- with irregular windows, wooden slats, a steel canopy at the entrance, bollards along the front, and several flags flying to the right.