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US Submarine Sinks Iranian Warship Iris Dena Near Sri Lanka, Officials Confirm

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed a US submarine sank the Iranian warship Iris Dena near Sri Lanka. The incident resulted in significant casualties amid ongoing regional tensions involving Iran, Israel, and other nations.

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BBC Proposes Board Appointment Reforms Amid Political Interference Concerns

The BBC plans to propose reforms to its board appointment process amid concerns over political interference, emphasizing transparency and independence in response to government consultations.

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Police Told Kelly Wilkinson to ‘Cool Off’ Days Before Husband Killed Her, Inquest Reveals

Kelly Wilkinson was turned away by police and told to 'cool off' just days before her estranged husband murdered her, an inquest revealed.

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Shetland Islands Council Urged to Address £134m Budget Gap Without Relying on Reserves

The Accounts Commission warns Shetland Islands Council to urgently address a £134.3m budget gap by 2029-30, cautioning against unsustainable reliance on £394m reserves and urging faster adoption of digital technology.

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More Privacy Controls Exist, Yet Online Privacy Declines in 2026

In 2026, online privacy is increasingly seen as a luxury rather than a right. Despite more privacy tools and regulations, data breaches affect billions, and many users feel powerless. Experts call for stronger laws, enforcement, and cultural shifts to protect privacy.

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Bereaved Mother Urges Urgent School Bus Safety Law Changes in Northern Ireland

A mother urges urgent school bus safety law changes in Northern Ireland after her 11-year-old daughter was fatally struck exiting a bus. Officials plan legislation soon amid calls for improved protections.

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US Senate Rejects Resolution to Limit Trump’s War Powers on Iran

The US Senate rejected a bipartisan resolution to limit President Trump's war powers in Iran amid ongoing strikes, with the House set to vote next. The conflict continues as the US and Israel strike Iran, and the region responds.

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Rare Pink Daffodils May Be Blooming in UK Gardens – Can You Spot One?

The RHS urges the public to help locate rare pink daffodils, known as 'Mrs R.O Backhouse,' in UK gardens to aid conservation efforts.

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Highland Council Proposes 7% Increase in Council Tax for 2026-27

Highland Council plans a 7% council tax increase, raising band D property bills by £106.90 to fund core services and infrastructure improvements, pending approval on Thursday.

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Reform UK Plans to Prioritise Welsh Residents for Social Housing in Senedd Election

Reform UK pledges to prioritise Welsh residents for social housing, scrap 20mph limits, and build an M4 relief road in its Senedd election manifesto.

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Sam Altman Acknowledges OpenAI Lacks Control Over Pentagon's AI Usage

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman states the company cannot control Pentagon's use of AI, amid ethical concerns and Pentagon's push for broader military AI applications.

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Welsh FM Urged to Address China Spy Arrests at Senedd

Three men with Welsh connections were arrested under the National Security Act on suspicion of spying for China. Welsh Conservatives urge First Minister Eluned Morgan to address the Senedd, but the request was denied by the Presiding Officer.

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