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Vehicle plunges into River Wear near Sunderland Bridge, triggering major emergency response

A vehicle has entered the River Wear in Sunderland near Wearmouth Bridge, prompting a large-scale emergency response. Northumbria Police, ambulance crews, fire services, and RNLI volunteers are coordinating rescue efforts at the scene.

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Killer of student Henry Nowak granted permission to appeal sentence length

Vickrum Digwa, convicted of murdering student Henry Nowak in Southampton, has been granted permission to appeal his life sentence with a 21-year minimum term. The Court of Appeal will hear arguments on 5 November, with the Attorney General also challenging whether the sentence was too lenient.

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Malaysia launches repatriation of asylum seekers to Myanmar amid rights concerns

Malaysia has begun repatriating asylum seekers to Myanmar under a controversial agreement, marking a dramatic reversal in policy as Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim faces political pressure over growing public hostility towards the Rohingya population.

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Rayner announces watchdog to crack down on 'cowboy' leasehold agents and hidden fees

Housing Secretary Angela Rayner announced new protections for five million leaseholders, including an independent regulator for property agents and legislation to cap administrative fees. The measures target excessive charges and aim to reform England and Wales's leasehold system.

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Newborn baby's body discovered on Welsh shoreline as police seek mother

Authorities in north Wales are appealing for the mother of a newborn baby whose remains were found on the Menai Strait shoreline to come forward, emphasizing support and medical care rather than criminal proceedings.

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US Secretary of State Says 'Foreign Actor' Behind RAF Fairford Plot as Evacuated Residents Return

Five British men arrested near RAF Fairford have been released on bail as US officials claim foreign involvement in the suspected plot. About 85 households evacuated from Whelford are beginning to return home, though some residents remain concerned about the ongoing investigation.

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Bristol Cathedral Closes South Aisle After Ceiling Stone Falls

Bristol Cathedral has cordoned off its south aisle after masonry fell from the ceiling on 22 September. No injuries were reported. A structural assessment will take place over the coming weeks to determine the cause and necessary repairs.

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Five men bailed after RAF Fairford terror arrests as investigation continues

Five men arrested near RAF Fairford on suspicion of terror offences have been released on bail. The arrests followed a major incident that led to evacuations in nearby Whelford, with US officials claiming foreign involvement.

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South West Water Fined £7.9m for Six Years of Sewage Pollution

South West Water has been fined £7.9m for pollution offences spanning six years, with untreated sewage discharged 231 times at Harlyn Bay alone and 336 leaks recorded at Bodmin affecting the River Camel.

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Anti-migrant activist denied bail over alleged Channel boat damage

Anti-migrant activist Daniel Thomas has been refused bail over allegations of slashing a migrant rescue boat in the English Channel. The 37-year-old appeared via videolink at Portsmouth Crown Court and was remanded in custody with trial set for 1 March.

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London rail facial recognition trial cost £320k, caught no one

A six-month trial of live facial recognition cameras at London railway stations cost £320,000 and resulted in one false match and no arrests. BTP is extending the trial to Underground stations despite the limited results.

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Met Police sergeant charged after Charing Cross undercover probe

A Metropolitan Police sergeant has been charged with perverting the course of justice following an undercover investigation into alleged misconduct at Charing Cross police station. Sgt Sadiq Al-Hasani is accused of discouraging another officer from making a statement to the police watchdog.

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