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NT Floods Force Daly River Evacuation as Crocodile Warnings Issued

Northern Territory floods have led to the full evacuation of Daly River amid rising waters and crocodile warnings. Emergency services continue rescue efforts as disaster assistance is announced and severe weather impacts Queensland and NT.

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Flood waters in Katherine, where river levels peaked at 19.2 metres on Saturday evening.

Sister Murdered by Boyfriend; Family Fears His Early Parole

Bethan Callaghan was murdered by her boyfriend Terry Andrews in 2009. Despite his life sentence, Andrews may be eligible for parole soon, prompting fear and a petition from Bethan's family.

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Chloe Callaghan Bethan Callaghan (right) picture with her sister Chloe Callaghan. Chloe has dark blonde hair with a side fringe and wears pink rectangle rimmed glasses. She has blue eyes and smiles at the camera. Bethan has brown eyes and bright blonde hair. She looks directly at the lens and smiles.

King Charles III Highlights Commonwealth Unity Amid Global Conflicts

King Charles III highlights the importance of Commonwealth unity amid global conflicts and environmental challenges in his Commonwealth Day message, with the largest royal gathering since Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's arrest.

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PA Media Head and shoulders of King Charles on a military visit in West Sussex last week

UK to Charter Flight from Dubai for British Nationals Amid Regional Conflict

The UK government will charter a flight from Dubai next week to evacuate British nationals amid ongoing regional conflict and air travel disruptions.

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Getty Images Three Emirates planes lined up at Dubai International Airport, a control tower stands in the background.

Six Dead, Dozens Injured as Tornadoes Hit Michigan and Oklahoma

Six people died and over a dozen were injured after tornadoes struck Michigan and Oklahoma, causing widespread damage and prompting state emergencies.

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Getty Images A red Chevrolet car is crushed under a large tree that has topped due to a storm

Rapper-Politician Balendra Shah Poised to Become Nepal's Next Prime Minister

Rapper Balendra Shah defeated former PM KP Oli in Nepal's parliamentary election, positioning himself as a leading candidate for prime minister amid strong youth support and promises to boost the economy and job creation.

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Reuters Balendra Shah standing out of a car's sunroof as he takes supporters' hands who are gathered around the car

Police Extended Detention of Four Men in Iran-Related Spy Probe

Four men, including one Iranian and three dual nationals, have had their detention extended until 13 March in a UK counter-terrorism probe linked to Iran and surveillance of London's Jewish community. Six others were bailed pending further investigation.

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PA Media Police officers pack up outside a van on an urban street.

Iran Vows Continued Self-Defense Amid Ongoing US and Israeli Strikes

Iran's ambassador to the UK states the country will continue defending itself amid ongoing US and Israeli strikes, despite a rare apology to Gulf neighbors. Iran maintains its right to target military bases used against it, as the conflict extends into a second week.

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PA Media Black and white photograph of armed police on the adjoining balcony to the Iranian Embassy, when units of the Special Air Service (SAS) helped police end the six day siege at the building

UK Navy Prepares HMS Prince of Wales for Rapid Deployment Amid Middle East Tensions

HMS Prince of Wales is on five-day readiness amid Middle East tensions. UK boosts military presence in Cyprus and faces protests over conflict response.

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PA Media Aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales travelling at sea. Numerous jets are onboard.

Bow Section of HMS Birmingham Arrives on River Clyde for Assembly

The bow section of HMS Birmingham, the fourth Type 26 frigate, has arrived in the River Clyde for assembly at BAE Systems' Govan shipyard. The modular build supports UK shipyards, with the first ship launched in 2022 and Norway purchasing five frigates.

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Christopher Brindle The front section of a large ship, carried by a blue barge with a tug in the foreground

Five-Year-Old Girl Hospitalized After Car Collision at Kilmarnock Cemetery

A five-year-old girl was taken to hospital after being struck by a car at Kilmarnock Cemetery. Police continue investigations and seek witnesses with dash cam or CCTV footage.

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Google The gates of a cemetery with a red sandstone building adjoining an archway with turrets.

UK Military Chief Defends Response to Middle East Conflict Amid Criticism

UK Defence Chief Sir Richard Knighton rejects claims of delayed response to Middle East conflict, detailing military deployments and political criticisms amid ongoing hostilities.

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AFP via Getty Images HMS Dragon is being readied to protect a UK military base in Cyprus, and is expected to depart in the next few days