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Lib Dem MPs attack Davey over pension triple lock stance

Liberal Democrat MPs have criticised party leader Sir Ed Davey over his defence of the pension triple lock, with senior frontbench figures privately disagreeing with his response to the government's plans to modify the policy.

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Victim left in dark for five months after attacker freed early from prison

Hannah Pritchett discovered her attacker had been released from prison five months after the fact due to an administrative error. The 23-year-old is now advocating for better victim protection in early-release schemes.

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Explosions rock Ethiopia's capital as fighting spreads across north

Explosions were heard overnight in Ethiopia's capital after drone flights were banned, as fighting between federal forces and an opposition alliance continues in northern regions. An opposition source claimed responsibility for drone strikes, though verification remains difficult.

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Freed prisoners warn of overcrowding and lack of support as early release begins

Hundreds of prisoners released under a new early-release scheme describe overcrowded conditions and warn of inadequate community support, while victims' advocates raise safety concerns.

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Motorcyclist dies in Carrickfergus crash

A 52-year-old motorcyclist has died following a crash on the Shore Road in Carrickfergus, County Antrim, on Wednesday evening. Philip McMeekan from County Down was pronounced dead at the scene.

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Man admits impersonating medical student at Aberdeen hospital

A 22-year-old man admitted to Aberdeen Sheriff Court that he fraudulently posed as a medical student at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, accessing wards and patient files while wearing medical scrubs and carrying hospital equipment.

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Scotland expands bluetongue restrictions nationwide from Saturday

Scotland is expanding bluetongue restrictions nationwide from Saturday, eliminating movement licence requirements. The insect-borne viral disease has affected 40 premises since August, with vaccination identified as the most effective protection.

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Baby girl's body may have been in water for weeks, police say

Police believe a baby girl's body found on a north Wales shoreline may have been in the water for several weeks. Authorities are appealing for the mother to come forward, assuring her that support and safety are priorities.

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Scottish Sikh activist freed on bail after nearly nine years in Indian detention

Scottish Sikh activist Jagtar Singh Johal has been released on bail after nearly nine years in Indian custody without conviction. The Delhi High Court granted bail on 18 September, though he faces strict conditions and remains subject to terror charges he denies.

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Two men sentenced to six years for rape in underground car park

Two men have been sentenced to six years for raping a woman in an underground car park in County Tyrone on 10 September 2023. Luis Dos Martins Mariano, 20, and Alcino Soares, 21, will each serve three years in prison followed by three years on license.

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Naomi Campbell overturns charity trustee ban after tribunal finds she was deceived

Naomi Campbell has overturned a five-year ban from serving as a charity trustee after judges found she was deceived by a fellow trustee at Fashion for Relief. The tribunal ruled that serious misconduct was deliberately concealed from her.

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17 crew members rescued after fishing boat strikes rocks near Orkney landmark

All 17 crew members from the Genesis fishing boat were rescued after it ran aground near the Old Man of Hoy in Orkney on 1 October. A coordinated operation involving the RNLI, coastguard helicopters, and multiple agencies successfully evacuated everyone and transported them to Kirkwall.

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