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Scottish KC Cleared of Professional Misconduct in Dating App Legal Dispute

Andrew Smith KC has been cleared of professional misconduct after a Court of Session ruling overturned previous findings related to a legal dispute over dating apps Bender and Brenda.

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Compass Chambers Andrew Smith KC looking directly at the camera and smiling.

Trump Claims Iran Downed US Apache Helicopter, Promises Response

President Trump accuses Iran of downing a US Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz. Two crew members were rescued and are safe. The US vows to respond to the attack.

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Former Air Canada Pilot Charged for Flying Without Proper License for 16 Years

Geoffrey Wall, former Air Canada pilot, is charged for flying over 900 flights without proper license from 2009 to 2025. Air Canada confirmed safety was not compromised and reported the issue to Transport Canada.

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Two Men Sentenced for Violence at Henry Nowak Protest in Southampton

Two men were jailed for violent disorder during a Southampton protest after Henry Nowak's murder, with 11 officers and a police dog injured. Nineteen others face charges.

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Inquest Reveals 16-Year-Old Muhammed Secka Could Not Swim Before Lake Death

An inquest revealed that 16-year-old Muhammed Secka, who died after getting into trouble in a lake during the heatwave, could not swim. His death is among at least 17 open water fatalities prompting safety warnings.

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BBC A wide outdoor scene with a large body of calm water in the foreground.
Across the water, there is a shoreline with several buildings and a small parking area. On the left side, there is a large modern building with a sloped roof and wide windows. To the right, there is a smaller building with a pitched roof and light-colored walls, and another low building beside it. A number of parked cars are lined up along the edge of the water, and a few small figures can be seen walking or standing near the shoreline. Behind the buildings, the background is filled with dense green trees covering rolling hills.

Trump to Meet House Speaker Amid Deadline Pressure on Surveillance Law Renewal

President Trump plans to meet House Speaker McCarthy amid pressure to nominate a permanent intelligence chief to renew the expiring Section 702 surveillance law, stalled by disputes over Bill Pulte’s appointment and bipartisan opposition.

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RSPB Scotland Acquires Bass Rock After Over 300 Years of Private Ownership

RSPB Scotland has purchased Bass Rock and Craigleith Island, ending over 300 years of private ownership. The acquisition aims to protect declining seabird populations, including the world's largest northern gannet colony, through conservation efforts and public engagement.

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David Cannon/R&A via Getty Images A large island rock with a lighthouse to the front, covered in white birds.

Union Corner Fire Site Construction May Take Five to Six Years to Begin

Glasgow City Council leader Susan Aitken says construction on the fire-damaged Union Corner site may not start for five to six years due to complex ownership and planning processes.

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PA Media The fire-ruined blackened remains of a sandstone building on the corner of a junction in Glasgow city centre. The scene is cordoned off with yellow tape and the building's rubble surrounds the building perimeter.

Scottish Government Allocates £1m to Support Evacuated Coalsnaughton Residents

The Scottish government has allocated £1 million to support nearly 100 evacuated residents in Coalsnaughton amid ground movement concerns. Investigations continue while temporary housing and welfare support are provided.

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BBC An aerial view of a number of residential streets with trees surrounding them

Restaurateur Fined After Near-Miss at Unmanned Level Crossing

Marius-Nelu Boncota was fined £520 and given four penalty points after a near-miss at an unmanned level crossing with faulty phones. Despite posting lookouts, he crossed as a train approached, forcing emergency braking. The court highlighted the crossing's inadequate setup.

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Google A railway crossing with metal gates on each side

Hidden Camera Discovered in Westminster Government Building

A hidden camera was found behind a ceiling panel in a Westminster government building housing the Home Office and MHCLG. Security services have been informed, and calls for urgent investigation have been made.

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BBC The photo shows a modern six-storey building, with a canopy of coloured glass panels extending from the roof.

Kenya Police Use Tear Gas at Protest Over US Ebola Quarantine Centre

Kenyan police used tear gas to break up protests in Nanyuki against a US Ebola quarantine centre. The plan has raised public health concerns and legal challenges, while construction continues despite a court halt.

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AFP via Getty Images Protesters carry a white coffin, with the word "Ebola" in red paint on the side. They are also holding placards saying - in Swahili - "we reject Ebola" and - in English: "Public trust requires transparency".