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Meet Harriet Sperling: NHS Nurse and Newest Member of the Royal Family

Peter Phillips, nephew of King Charles, married NHS nurse Harriet Sperling in a private Gloucestershire ceremony attended by senior royals. The couple, engaged since August 2025, have been publicly seen together at royal events including Royal Ascot and charity polo matches. Sperling, a paediatri...

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Chris Jackson/Getty Images Peter Phillips takes his cap off as Harriet Sperling stands in a blue dress and sunglasses a little lower down

Dyn 18 oed o Drelái wedi marw ar ôl damwain ffordd yng Nghaerdydd

Dyn 18 oed o Drelái, Caerdydd wedi marw ar ôl gwrthdrawiad ar yr A48 ar 6 Mehefin. Dau arall wedi'u cludo i'r ysbyty. Mae'r heddlu'n ymchwilio.

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Over One Million Attend Pope Leo XIV’s Open-Air Mass in Madrid

Over 1.2 million people gathered in Madrid for Pope Leo XIV's open-air mass, where he urged active faith and kindness. The visit includes historic events and addresses Spain's political and social issues.

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EPA/Shutterstock Pope Leo XIV waves to faithful from his popemobile

Justice Secretary Considers Knife Amnesty After Teen Murder Convictions

Justice Secretary Neil Gray considers a knife amnesty after four teenagers were convicted in two fatal stabbings amid rising youth knife possession in Scotland.

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PA Media Neil Gray at the Scottish Parliament carrying a black folder. He is wearing a dark suit over a white shirt and light tie.

Lammy Calls JD Vance to Challenge Comments on Henry Nowak Murder

Deputy PM David Lammy called US Vice-President JD Vance to challenge his comments blaming migration for Henry Nowak's murder, emphasizing the killing was unrelated to migration and highlighting Nowak's family's call for calm.

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Three More Men Charged Over Southampton Protests After Henry Nowak Murder

Three men have been charged with violent disorder following protests in Southampton after Henry Nowak's murder, bringing total charges to 14. Eleven officers and a police dog were injured during the unrest sparked by bodycam footage of Nowak's arrest.

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Reuters Police officers stand guard amid colored smoke during a demonstration following the conviction of Vikrum Digwa for the murder of student Henry Nowak, in Southampton.

Northern Ireland Keeps Smacking Children Legal as Amendment Fails Selection

Northern Ireland's Justice Bill excludes an amendment to ban smacking children, keeping physical punishment legal. Advocates express disappointment, while opponents warn against criminalising parents. Other UK regions have already outlawed smacking.

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Police Sought to Issue Statement During Henry Nowak Trial, CPS Warned Against It

Hampshire police sought to release a statement during Henry Nowak's trial but were warned by CPS it could harm the case. Justice Secretary David Lammy also addressed US VP JD Vance's controversial comments linking the murder to migration.

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Sinkhole Near Chip Shop Halves Business as Road Remains Closed

A sinkhole on Annan Road in Dumfries has led to a road closure and emergency repairs, severely impacting local businesses like Noblehill Cafe, which reports a 50% drop in turnover amid uncertainty over repair timelines.

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BBC A road closed sign in front of fencing and behind traffic cones next to a sign for a fish and chip shop

One in Three Adults Jobless in Birmingham Suburbs Amid Economic Shifts

In east Birmingham, one in three working-age adults are out of work due to economic shifts, health barriers, and limited local opportunities. Initiatives like WorkWell and the King's Trust aim to support job seekers amid ongoing challenges.

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BBC A young white man with reddish blonde hair tied back smiles at the camera. He is in the street, and wears a white top. A branch of Poundland is pictured behind him, as is a concrete flight of stairs.

Kismet Kebabs Fined £500k for Selling Lamb Mostly Composed of Fat and Skin

Kismet Kebabs Ltd was fined £500,000 for selling kebabs labeled as lamb that were mostly skin, fat, and other meats. Swansea Crown Court highlighted prolonged dishonesty and misleading labeling, with the company ordered to pay additional costs and given four years to pay.

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Aberfan Survivor Reunites with Caretaker’s Great-Grandson on School Visit

Gareth Jones, an Aberfan disaster survivor, met Noah, the great-grandson of his rescuer Stephen Andrew, during a school visit. The story highlights the tragedy, personal connections, and ongoing efforts to educate children worldwide about the 1966 disaster.

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