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Labour MP Apologises for Bullying and Harassment of Staff Member

Labour MP Tony Vaughan has apologised in the House of Commons after the Independent Expert Panel found he breached bullying and harassment policy towards a constituency staff member. He hugged her without consent, took her phone without permission, and ended calls abruptly.

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A politician. He is wearing a dark blue suit and has a red tie.

Reform UK Launches National Newspaper Featuring Farage as Editor and Lead Story

Reform UK has launched the Reformer, a national newspaper featuring Nigel Farage as its lead writer and front-page story. The publication, distributed to 15 million households, represents an unusual venture for a political party and forms part of Reform's broader plan to build a major media opera...

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Autumn edition of the Reformer newspaper showing front page with pale blue masthead, a picture of Nigel Farage with a black labrador, and the headline: Nigel Farage: We will fix broken Britain.

Philippine court approves warrant to examine material from Thomas Markle's former home

A Philippine court has authorised police to examine material from Thomas Markle's former home, allegedly containing child abuse images. Markle denies the allegations. His son reported discovering the material before returning to the US.

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A focused lawyer reading documents in an office, symbolizing professionalism and legal expertise.

Man charged with attempted murder of taxi driver in west Belfast appears in court

John-Jo Lynch, 24, appeared at Belfast Magistrates' Court charged with attempted murder of taxi driver Sean O'Reilly, who was shot twice on 23 February 2025. Lynch also faces firearm possession charges. Bail was refused due to reoffending and public safety risks.

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Two men in hazmat suits peer into a white taxi. There is a police cordon saying, 'do not cross on it'

DNA Testing to Identify Dogs in Livestock Attacks After Law Change

Police in Wales are using DNA testing to identify dogs responsible for livestock attacks following a March law change that expanded their powers. Farmers are receiving testing kits as part of a research project, with dog owners facing unlimited fines if their pets are involved in attacks.

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Scottish backpacker faces six-week wait for verdict in Thai phone theft case

Scottish backpacker Rory McColl faces a six-week wait for a Thai court verdict after being arrested over an alleged phone theft he claims was a misunderstanding. Two police officers testified it was accidental, yet he remains unable to leave Thailand.

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Rory McColl , who is wearing a black baseball cap, takes a selfie in front of a stone elephant and a historic building

Parades Commission restricts Belfast Walker Club march on Ormeau Road

The Parades Commission has restricted a Belfast Walker Club march, preventing it from crossing Ormeau Bridge or accessing the Lower Ormeau Road. The decision follows submissions from residents, police, and political parties.

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Google maps of Ormeau Bridge at its junction with the Annadale Embankment.
There are cars on the road and a yellow box on the ground. The traffic light is green

Russell Brand's wife testifies he is 'caring and wonderful father' at rape trial

Russell Brand's wife Laura testified at his rape trial that her husband is caring and a wonderful father. She told the jury she feels seen by him and loves him very much, while denying all charges continues.

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Man Convicted of Petrol Bomb Attack on Asylum Seeker Hotel in London

Mark Neville, 65, has been convicted of throwing a petrol bomb at an asylum seeker hotel in Islington on 24 September 2025. CCTV footage, DNA evidence, and computer searches on far-right activism led to his guilty plea for attempted arson. He faces sentencing on 8 December 2026.

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A police car outside at the Thistle City Barbican Hotel. The area is surrounded by police tape

Wales' Most-Struck Railway Bridge Hit Again by Lorry

A utilities lorry struck Wales' most frequently hit railway bridge on 25 October, marking at least the 45th collision at Trafle Mill in Gowerton. Despite sensor systems and warning signs, the incident has raised questions about road safety and impacts a pending housing development appeal.

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A road passes beneath a low railway bridge on a bright, sunny day. Two cars are travelling under the bridge, which is made of steel and stone and spans the road overhead. A circular height-restriction sign fixed to the bridge warns that the clearance is 3.3 metres (11 feet). The road surface appears wet and reflects the sunlight. Trees with autumn foliage rise above the bridge against a clear blue sky, while stone retaining walls and vegetation line both sides of the road.

Treasury clarifies Healey's welfare bill pledge was not a pre-election commitment

The Treasury has clarified that Chancellor John Healey's comments about reducing the welfare bill do not represent a commitment to achieve cuts before the next election, despite initial interpretation of his remarks.

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Four English Water Companies Downgraded to Lowest Environmental Rating Over Pollution Surge

Four English water companies including Yorkshire Water and South West Water have been downgraded to the lowest environmental rating by the Environment Agency due to pollution surges. Only Severn Trent achieved the highest rating in the 2025 assessment.

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A combined sewer overflow pipe discharging fast flowing water into the River Calder at Hebden Bridge. The water looks comparatively clean and is likely to be a mixture of rainwater and wastewater.

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