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Senior Black Officer Urges Caution on Police Reforms After Henry Nowak Murder

Andy George of the National Black Police Association warns against rushed police reforms after Henry Nowak's murder, urging careful review amid ongoing investigations and debates on race guidance.

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MP Takes Legal Action Against Musk's xAI Over Deepfake Bikini Images

Jess Asato, MP for Lowestoft, has filed a High Court claim against Elon Musk's xAI over AI-generated deepfake bikini images, seeking damages and accountability for AI system design.

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BBC Jess Asato during an interview. She looks to the right of the camera. She has shoulder length blonde hair, glasses and is wearing a red blazer.

Cynghori Pobl i Aros Dan Do ar ôl Tân yn Nhafarn Talbot Tata Steel

Tân yn dechrau ar linell brosesu yn nhafarn dur Tata ym Mhort Talbot, gan achosi cyngor i drigolion aros dan do a symud staff yn ddiogel.

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Investigations Ongoing After Royal Navy Helicopter Crash Kills Three

Investigations continue into a Royal Navy Merlin Mk4 helicopter crash near Okehampton, Devon, that killed three personnel during training. Tributes have been paid by senior officials and the community as the Defence Accident Investigation Branch leads the inquiry.

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PA Media Scene of a helicopter crash in a field. Debris from the grey military helicopter is strewn across the grass. Wreckage can be seen across parts of the field. Tarpaulin is on top of the wreck.

Former MI6 Chief Sir Alex Younger Dies at 62 After Cancer Battle

Sir Alex Younger, former MI6 chief, died aged 62 after cancer treatment. He led MI6 from 2014-2020, faced global security challenges, and was praised by leaders for his dedication.

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BBC Sir Alex Younger, an older man with short, greying hair, wearing a black suit, white shirt and red tie, smiling while sitting in the BBC studio.

Tata Steel Fire in South Wales Prompts Stay Indoors Warning

A fire at the Tata Steel plant in Port Talbot, South Wales, has led to residents being advised to stay indoors and motorists to avoid the area due to large smoke plumes and emergency response efforts.

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Kellie Evans Wide view of a large black cloud of smoke rising in the air behind a road. The sky is dark as the sun begins to rise.

Life on Swansea’s Mayhill and Townhill: Beyond the Riot and War Zone Label

Five years after violent riots labelled Swansea's Mayhill and Townhill a "war zone," residents reveal a strong, caring community with deep roots and ongoing regeneration efforts.

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BBC Leanne, who is wearing a yellow vest top. She has brown hair tied back with a fringe, wears glasses on her head and is smiling.

Mayhill Community in Swansea Faces Unfair Stigma Years After Unrest

Five years after unrest in Swansea's Mayhill, residents say the area faces unfair stigma. The Ffenics community centre plays a vital role in supporting locals, offering activities, training, and advice, while residents describe the estate as peaceful and close-knit.

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Steven Lyons to Fight Extradition from Netherlands to Spain

Steven Lyons, a prominent Scottish crime figure, will contest extradition from the Netherlands to Spain amid a major drug gang investigation involving his family.

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Ngurah Rai Immigration Office Police mugshot of Steven Lyons. He is standing against a white height chart and staring directly at the camera. He has heavy stubble and short dark hair, combed in a side shed. He is wearing a black t-shirt and orange prison overalls.

Rare Red-Ruffed Lemur Quadruplets Born at Shaldon Wildlife Trust

Shaldon Wildlife Trust celebrates the rare birth of critically endangered red-ruffed lemur quadruplets, born on 4 May to mother Eka and father Nero, as part of a European breeding programme.

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Shaldon Wildlife Trust Four small lemur babies huddles together in a wood box. The lemur at the front has its paws out of the box. They have big light blue and green eyes.

Kent Sanctuary's Rusty-Spotted Cats Join Global Breeding Programme

The Big Cat Sanctuary in Kent will open a new facility in July to house rusty-spotted cats, joining an international breeding programme to support this near-threatened species.

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The Big Cat Sanctuary A small cat peering out of a rocky and sandy burrow. It has long whiskers and is a redish-brown colour.

Residents Oppose Green Space Loss in Long-Delayed Bangor Seafront Redevelopment

Residents oppose plans to convert a green space into a car park in Bangor's long-delayed seafront redevelopment. The £145m Queen's Parade project aims to boost tourism and accessibility but faces community concerns over green space loss and parking arrangements.

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