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Tarun Tejpal gets 10 years in jail after rape conviction

Former Tehelka editor Tarun Tejpal has been sentenced to 10 years in prison after the Goa bench of the Bombay High Court overturned his 2021 acquittal in a rape case.

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Indian writer Tarun Tejpal. Indian journalist, publisher and a novelist Tarun Tejpal in Delhi on July 15, 2018 in Delhi, India.

Call for Northern Ireland refuge for male domestic abuse victims

Men's Alliance NI says Northern Ireland urgently needs funded refuge provision for male domestic abuse victims, citing 5,747 recorded crimes involving male victims in 2024/25.

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A man with his hands in his head against a dark background.

Ukraine hits Russian oil refineries as attacks on cities continue

Ukraine said it struck two Russian refineries as overnight attacks killed at least six people and injured 36 in eastern and northern Ukraine. The UK also expanded sanctions, while a Russian drone chief was critically injured in a car bomb near Ekaterinburg.

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Firefighters work at the site of a private house destroyed during overnight Russian drone strikes, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in the town of Balakliia, in Kharkiv region, Ukraine

Iran says Oman Hormuz deal is close as talks continue

Iran said a deal with Oman to reopen the strait of Hormuz is close, while reports suggest Tehran would control inbound shipping. Separate violence in Lebanon and Yemen also escalated.

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Vessels in the strait of Hormuz as seen from Oman this week

Reform to fine firms and jail bosses over illegal workers

Reform UK says it will fine firms 10% of global revenues and jail bosses who employ illegal workers, while ministers defended early release measures and the government said it is not actively considering an Epstein inquiry.

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Reform UK says it will fine firms 10% of their global revenues and imprison bosses who employ illegal migrant workers.

Alan Jones accuser denies fabricating assault claims in court

J denied fabricating indecent assault allegations against Alan Jones during cross-examination in Sydney, as the defence questioned his finances, timing and credibility.

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Alan Jones (centre) arrives at Downing Centre local court in Sydney on Thursday.

Watchdog says Starmer and departments misused defence spending figure

The UK Statistics Authority said Sir Keir Starmer, the Wales Office and the MoD used misleading figures about defence spending, saying £270bn was the total planned spend, not an increase.

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Sir Keir Starmer speaking in front of a union jack flag. It is a head and shoulders shot - he is wearing a white shirt, dark black suit and a dark tie.

Good Samaritan dies days after alleged attack in Melbourne shoplifting incident

Van Viet Truong died days after being critically injured while allegedly trying to stop shoplifting youths in Sunshine. Traders and council leaders have paid tribute to the long-time grocer.

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Two women comfort each other after placing flowers outside the Hong Hung Asian Grocer in Sunshine, Melbourne.

Ynyshir regains five-star hygiene rating after inspection

Ynyshir Restaurant and Rooms has regained its five-star food hygiene rating after inspectors previously found flies, broken equipment and a dirty knife at the Michelin-starred venue.

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The gated entrance to Ynshir restaurant. A black cast iron gate leads up a drive. On the wall is a bronze coloured sign with the restaurant's name on it.

What Devon's four new councils could mean for residents

Devon is set for a council shake-up in 2028, with four new authorities taking on services including planning, recycling and leisure centres. The plan is expected to cost about £70m.

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Front view of the iconic Stockport Town Hall with a clear blue sky backdrop.

Streeting 'sickened' by abuse claims as calls grow for Army college inquiry

Four women say they were sexually assaulted and harassed as teenage recruits at the Army Foundation College in Harrogate. Defence Secretary Wes Streeting says he is "sickened" and will investigate, as MPs demand an independent inquiry.

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The words Army Foundation College are on a brick wall at the entrance to the campus. Large black gates are open with a red and white barrier slightly beyond. The college's buildings are behind.

South West’s education gap behind Cornwall and Devon’s postcard image

The South West is England’s top tourist destination, but a new analysis says hidden educational barriers, housing pressures and low social mobility are holding back many children in Cornwall and Devon.

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Cornwall coastal scene with crystal-clear water, sandy beach, fishing village and blue sky