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Fire at South London Recycling Plant Disrupts Rail Services

A fire at a south London recycling plant caused major rail delays, with 100 firefighters tackling the blaze and services disrupted until at least 22:30.

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PA Media Silhouette of a firefighter in a raised mechanical crane platform spraying a stream of water downwards against a thick blanket of smoke. The bright sun glows through the hazy, orange sky above the dark silhouette of a building.

Key Highlights from the Makerfield By-Election BBC Debate

Five candidates debated key issues in the Makerfield by-election, covering immigration, anti-social behaviour, local ties, cost of living, and local delicacies in a live BBC event.

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BBC The candidates sit in the BBC North West TV studio on a crescent-shaped sofa. Jake Austin has dark hair, a dark blue suit, white shirt and mauve tie. Andy Burnham has dark hair and spectacles with a blue suit and white shirt. Robert Kenyon has brown hair and a beard, and is wearing a blue suit, white shirt, and navy blue tie. Michael Winstanley wears a black suit, white shirt and dark blue tie. Sarah Wakefield has light brown trousers, olive green blouse and purple jacket.

David Sullivan’s Sunday Sport Sold Sexualized Images of Underage Girls

David Sullivan’s Sunday Sport published sexualized images of underage girls, pushing legal limits. Allegations of misconduct span decades, with Sullivan denying claims. His ownership of West Ham and adult industry career face renewed scrutiny.

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Composite image of David Sullivan and tabloid headlines in the background

Major Revisions Expected for Wales' New GCSEs Amid Burnout Concerns

Wales plans major changes to its new English Language and Literature GCSE after concerns over staff and pupil burnout due to increased assessments. The WJEC exam board is consulting on reducing oracy tasks and supervision requirements, with changes expected for Year 10 students from 2026.

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Getty Images A teenage girl writing on paper while sitting at a desk during exam in classroom. She has one hand on her head and has a concentrated expression. She wears a green jumper and has dark hair pulled back in a ponytail.

Dyn 27 oed yn gwadu treisio menyw ar faes Eisteddfod Boduan 2023

Mae Emlyn Jones, 27 oed, yn gwadu pedwar cyhuddiad gan gynnwys treisio menyw ar faes Eisteddfod Boduan 2023. Mae'r achos yn parhau yn Llys y Goron Caernarfon.

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Global Justice Report: Tax Wealth for Equality and Sustainable Living

The Global Justice Report advocates taxing extreme wealth to fund social security and reduce inequality, proposing a sustainable, equitable standard of living within a 2°C climate limit.

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Demonstrators protest outside an Apple store in London in September 2024 against the extraction of minerals in the Democratic Republic of the Congo for use in products.

Crypto Founder Sam Bankman-Fried Seeks Pardon from Trump After Fraud Conviction

Sam Bankman-Fried, convicted of fraud related to FTX, has applied for a pardon from former President Trump, seeking forgiveness after completing his 25-year sentence.

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Reuters A close-up shot of Sam Bankman-Fried as he exits a car and heads into a courtroom wearing a dark blue suit jackets, white shirt and necktie.

Iran and Israel Announce Ceasefire After First Exchange of Fire Since April Truce

Iran and Israel have declared a ceasefire following their first exchange of fire since April's truce, after missile strikes and air attacks escalated tensions. Both sides warn of harsher responses if hostilities resume amid ongoing regional conflict.

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Reuters Israeli settlers stand next to part of an Iranian ballistic missile protruding from the ground in the Israeli-occupied West Bank (8 June 2026)

Osprey Swallows Fish Hook While Nesting with Newborn Chicks in Wales

Telyn, a 13-year-old osprey at Dyfi Osprey Project in Wales, swallowed a fish hook attached to a trout. She is being closely monitored, with no negative effects observed so far on her or her three newborn chicks.

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Dyfi Osprey Project Osprey in nest with chicks

Police Probe Possible Link Between Orange Hall and GAA Club Graffiti Attacks

Police are investigating a possible link between sectarian graffiti attacks on an Orange Hall and a GAA club in Rasharkin, County Antrim. Both incidents are under inquiry with authorities appealing for witnesses.

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West Ham Co-owner David Sullivan Faces Multiple Sexual Misconduct Allegations

Multiple women have accused West Ham co-owner David Sullivan of sexual misconduct spanning decades. Sullivan denies the claims and resigned as West Ham joint chair amid the investigation.

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Getty Images David Sullivan, a man with swept-back grey hair wearing a dark coat and a navy tie, pictured at the London Stadium, West Ham's home ground.

Care Worker Jailed 25 Years for Assisting Child Abuse at Skircoat Lodge

Malcolm Phillips, former children's home manager, avoids prison due to unfitness for trial, while assistant Linda Brunning is jailed 25 years for aiding child abuse at Skircoat Lodge between 1976-1994. Victims speak out about lasting trauma and urge others to come forward.

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BBC Malcolm Phillips head and shoulders image wearing a coat and hat while arriving at court in a grab from footage