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King Charles and Queen Camilla Begin Historic US State Visit

King Charles III and Queen Camilla have arrived in the US for a four-day state visit, the first since 2007, to celebrate the strong UK-US relationship ahead of the US 250th independence anniversary.

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AFP via Getty Images Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Queen Camilla are greeted by US Protocol Chief Monica Crowley as they arrive at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, on April 27, 2026.

£4m Worth of Suspected Cannabis Seized in Cross-Border Police Operation

Suspected cannabis worth £4m was seized in a joint PSNI and An Garda Síochána operation targeting organised crime across Ireland. A 53-year-old man was arrested and remains in custody.

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PSNI Blocks of green material can be seen inside over a dozen rucksack-sized plastic bags, which are lined and piled up in front of a banner reading "Police Service of Northern Ireland C1 Organised Crime Branch".

Mother Claims Baby's Death Was a 'Tragic Accident' Amid Murder Trial

Nicole Blain denies murdering her three-week-old daughter, Thea Wilson, claiming the infant's death was a tragic accident. The trial in Glasgow hears detailed testimony about the circumstances and injuries sustained by Thea in July 2023.

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Getty Images The High Court building in Glasgow is a light brown sandstone building with a large engraved crest on one wall and columns arranged in a circle around the entrance

Firefighters Tackle Major Garage Fire Near Petrol Station in Uddingston

Fire crews are battling a large fire at a garage on Bothwell Road, Uddingston, near a petrol station and Tesco. Six fire appliances and a high-reach platform are on site. Roads are closed with diversions in place; the public is advised to avoid the area.

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Daniel Byron A large fire impacting a building with billowing grey clouds

US Foreign Service Ad Featuring Big Ben Raises Diplomatic Concerns

A US State Department ad recruiting ‘eyes and ears’ abroad featuring Big Ben has raised concerns among US and UK diplomats about its implications for bilateral relations and the evolving role of US diplomats.

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The ad, which is the US flag over the big ben in dark sombre colours and the words 'be the eyes and ears of America abroad'.

Pro-Palestine Activists Face Trial for Attack on Israeli Arms Factory in Germany

Five pro-Palestinian activists face trial in Germany for attacking an Israeli arms factory, charged with causing €1m damage. Held under strict conditions since September, they deny wrongdoing, citing emergency assistance to prevent harm amid ongoing legal proceedings.

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Encrypted Texts and Trackers Key Evidence Against Kinahan Gang Lieutenant

Encrypted texts and tracking devices seized by Gardaí are central to the case against Sean McGovern, a senior Kinahan gang lieutenant, linked to murders and surveillance of rivals. The case may influence proceedings against alleged boss Daniel Kinahan.

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Interpol Sean McGovern is seen in a tracksuit top and has short black hair

Pakistan Accused of Attacking Kunar University in Afghanistan

Pakistani attacks on Afghanistan's Kunar province killed seven and injured 75, including university students. Pakistan denies the strikes amid ongoing cross-border tensions and fragile ceasefire efforts.

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EPA Four members of the Taliban security forces holding guns in Kabul on 19 March 2026

Firefighters Respond to Blaze Near Historic Fort George in Highlands

Seven fire crews responded to a blaze near Fort George in the Highlands. No casualties were reported, and the historic fort remains unaffected. Authorities are assessing the cause and damage.

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Peter Jolly/Northpix Smoke rises from a hole in the roof of a low, red brick building. The building is obscured by an area of gorse and low circular metal tank. A group of emergency services workers stand in a huddle next to a silver fire service car. There is also a fire engine parked nearby.

Court Hears Teen's London Trip Raised Alarm Over Sexual Exploitation Gang

A court heard how a 15-year-old girl's trip to London raised concerns about sexual exploitation by a gang. Four men face charges including rape and trafficking, with the trial expected to last six to eight weeks.

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Google A four-storey court building - a rectangular red-brick building featuring a large section of broad glass windows to the right and a modern porch-style entrance on the left.

Superdry Co-Founder Faces Rape Allegation in 2022 Incident

James Holder, Superdry co-founder, denies rape and assault charges after a 2022 incident in Cheltenham. The court heard detailed testimonies from both prosecution and defense.

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Getty Images James Holder is standing in front of a brick wall with orange lettering on it. He is wearing a black leather jacket and a navy t-shirt.

Melania Trump Condemns Jimmy Kimmel's 'Expectant Widow' Joke, Urges ABC Action

Melania Trump condemns Jimmy Kimmel's 'expectant widow' joke, urging ABC to act after a shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner she attended with the president.

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Getty Images Melania Trump attends the annual White House Correspondents' Association dinner at a hotel in Washington DC

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