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NI Secretary Announces Major Amendments to Troubles Legacy Legislation

Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn announced significant amendments to the Troubles legacy legislation to improve the process for victims and enhance protections for veterans, following extensive consultations and addressing concerns from MPs.

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PM's Ex-Chief of Staff to Testify on Mandelson Security Vetting Process

Morgan McSweeney, former chief of staff, will testify on Lord Mandelson's security vetting amid allegations of pressure and procedural concerns. The controversy has sparked political debate over the prime minister's judgment and leadership.

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Stowaway Baby Rabbits Rescued from North Sea Drilling Rig

Three baby rabbits were found as stowaways on a North Sea drilling rig and rescued by offshore crews. They were cared for and returned safely to an animal charity in Aberdeen.

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Supreme Court Upholds Permanence of Adoption in Sisters' Revocation Case

The UK Supreme Court rejected a bid to revoke the adoption of two sisters, affirming that adoption is "final and permanent," despite the children's wishes to live with their birth mother.

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Jennie Formby Joins Green Party, Citing Labour’s Corporate Ties

Jennie Formby, former Labour general secretary and ally of Jeremy Corbyn, has joined the Green Party, criticizing Labour's corporate ties and supporting the Greens' focus on economic justice and workers' rights.

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Man Acquitted of Manslaughter in Wife's 2017 Suicide Case

Christopher Trybus was acquitted of manslaughter, controlling behaviour, and rape charges after his wife Tarryn Baird's 2017 suicide. More details will follow as the story updates.

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14-Year-Old Palestinian Boy and Another Killed in West Bank Settler Shooting Near School

Two Palestinians, including 14-year-old Aws al-Naasan, were killed near a West Bank school after settlers opened fire. The attack, amid rising settler violence, also wounded three others. Israeli forces responded and investigations are underway.

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Man Charged After Laser Directed at Police Helicopter in Glasgow

A 55-year-old man has been charged after a laser was aimed at a police helicopter over Glasgow's Mount Florida area, with police urging the public to report similar incidents.

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Eluned Morgan: 'Nid yw'r amser i newid yn ystod ansefydlogrwydd enfawr'

Eluned Morgan, arweinydd Llafur Cymru, yn dadlau nad yw'n amser i newid yn ystod ansefydlogrwydd byd-eang, er bod arolygon barn yn dangos Llafur yn drydydd. Mae hi'n pwysleisio gwelliant yn y GIG a'r angen am sefydlogrwydd yn y llywodraeth.

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Starmer Confirms No 10 Discussed Diplomatic Role for Aide Matthew Doyle

Sir Keir Starmer confirmed discussions about a diplomatic role for aide Matthew Doyle amid controversy over Doyle's suspension and Lord Mandelson's ambassadorial appointment.

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Ukraine Restarts Russian Oil Pipeline as EU Approves €90bn Loan Package

Ukraine has resumed Russian oil pipeline pumping to Hungary and Slovakia, ending a deadlock that delayed a vital €90bn EU loan. The EU has preliminarily approved the loan and new sanctions on Russia, following pipeline repairs and Hungary's political shift.

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Gŵr yn cael ei anafu ar ei ben gan garreg a daflwyd o hen Lofa Penallta

Mae trigolion ger hen Lofa Penallta yn pryderu am ddiogelwch ar ôl i ddyn gael ei anafu pan darwyd ei ben gan garreg a daeth o ffenestri'r adeilad wrth gasglu ei blant o'r ysgol gerllaw.

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