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Woman Dies in Home Explosion Linked to Overheated Patio Slab

A woman in her 40s died in a home explosion in Chippenham, Wiltshire, believed to be caused by an overheated concrete patio slab. Authorities describe it as a tragic accident with no suspicious circumstances.

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BBC A view of the house from the street. It is a two-storey home with terracotta roof tiles and large driveway, with a white fence on the side of the house leading into the garden. There is another house made of grey brick on the right

Farmers Remain Concerned as Bluetongue Restrictions Ease in Northern Ireland

Farmers remain cautious as bluetongue virus restrictions ease in Northern Ireland, with cross-border livestock movements resuming amid ongoing disease risk concerns and vaccination efforts.

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Community Devastated After Beloved School Minibus Stolen and Burnt Out

A school minibus described as a "lifeline" was stolen and burnt in Tredegar, leaving the community devastated. Fundraisers are underway as investigations continue.

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St Joseph's R.C. Primary School A torched school bus on a bank with green hills seen behind it. A tyre can be seen behind the vehicle, which is blackened with no wheels. A curving road can just be seen out of shot on the left hand side.

17-Year-Old Arrested After School Lockdown Over Death Threat

A 17-year-old from Pontardawe was arrested after a death threat caused a lockdown at Maesydderwen Comprehensive School. No injuries were reported, and the school remained closed the following day.

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BBC A group adults who look like they could be parents standing behind blue and while police tape across a foot path and road towards a two storey wood and yellow clad school building. About sixt police officers in high viz jackets can bee seen in a groups beside a police car about half way to the school building. Another group of four officers are together at the side entrance of the school building. It's a grey day.

Three Women Questioned Under Caution in Mohamed Al Fayed Investigation

Three women aged 40s to 60s were interviewed under caution over human trafficking and facilitating rape in the Mohamed Al Fayed investigation, with calls to widen the probe to include trafficking.

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Reform UK's Scottish Leader Rejects Claims of Stirring Racial Tensions After Edinburgh Stabbing

Malcom Offord, Reform UK's Scottish leader, denies fueling racial tensions after an Edinburgh stabbing incident, defending his comments and participation in Glasgow night patrols amid criticism.

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Badenoch Urges UK to Authorize RAF Strikes on Iranian Missile Sites

Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch urges the UK government to authorize RAF strikes on Iranian missile sites amid ongoing regional tensions and recent drone attacks.

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BBC Kemi Badenoch wearing a purple coat, standing in front of a tank.

Anti-Asylum Protest Leader Fined for Abusing Police Officer in Falkirk

Connor Graham, former leader of an anti-immigration protest group, was fined £540 for verbally abusing a police officer during protests outside a Falkirk hotel housing asylum seekers. He admitted a breach of the peace but denied inciting violence.

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BBC Connor Graham standing behind a metal barrier at a protest. He has a beard and is wearing a black baseball cap, light grey top and a bodywarmer.

Court Hears Abuse Claims Against Natalie McNally Murder Accused Stephen McCullagh

A Belfast court hears claims that Stephen McCullagh, accused of murdering Natalie McNally, previously abused an ex-partner and secretly recorded her counselling sessions following a pregnancy loss.

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Pacemaker Natalie McNally. She has long blonde hair and is wearing a long khaki coat and standing on a beach.

Bail Conditions Removed for Lord Mandelson After Misconduct Arrest

Lord Peter Mandelson's bail conditions have been lifted after his arrest over allegations of passing sensitive information to Jeffrey Epstein. The investigation continues, with his lawyers stating he is not a flight risk and denies any criminal conduct.

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Owner Relieved After Social Media Appeal Leads to Recovery of Stolen Car

Police investigate linked car thefts in Londonderry's Waterside area, urging public to provide CCTV footage. MLA Mark H Durkan highlights the distress caused to families by the incidents.

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Experts Doubt US Can Replicate Venezuela Strategy in Iran Amid Deep Hostilities

Experts doubt the US can replicate its Venezuela 'regime capture' strategy in Iran due to deep-rooted anti-Western sentiment and geopolitical complexities.

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A crowd protesting in Iran after the death of Ali Khomenei