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South London Incinerator Approved to Burn Additional Waste Despite Opposition

Viridor Ltd's south London incinerator is approved to process 382,286 tonnes of waste annually despite local opposition and past emissions breaches.

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Getty Images A white building with a single chimney that releases a white cloud into the sky. The foreground is brown marshland and two pylons can be seen in front of the plant. The sky is partially cloudy.

China Imposes One-Year Travel Ban on Four New Zealand MPs Over Taiwan Visit

China has imposed a one-year travel ban on four New Zealand MPs following their visit to Taiwan, marking a first in diplomatic tensions. New Zealand officials express surprise and seek clarification from China, while Taiwan's government highlights the visit as a sign of support.

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Lin Chia-lung/Facebook Lin Chia-lung smiling as he speaks to four other New Zealand representatives. They are standing in a small circle and dressed in formal attire.

US House Passes Resolution to Stop Iran War, Challenging Trump

The US House passed a resolution to stop further military action in Iran, with bipartisan support challenging President Trump's war powers amid ongoing conflict and negotiations.

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American Climber Missing on Ben Nevis Since February: Family Seeks Answers

Brian McGillicuddy, an experienced American climber, has been missing on Ben Nevis since February. His wife Kym awaits answers as search efforts continue amid challenging conditions.

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Kym McGillicuddy A couple sit smiling while sitting in a green booth at a table with food and drink on it

Former Minister Criticizes Government for Overlooking Jeffrey Epstein Victims

Former victims minister Alex Davies-Jones accuses government of sidelining Jeffrey Epstein survivors amid Lord Mandelson's controversial appointment and subsequent sacking. Cabinet Office Minister Darren Jones apologises and offers to meet victims. Documents reveal ongoing investigations.

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PA Media Alex Davies-Jones is sat on a chair and is holding a pen in her right hand. The table in front of her has a jug of water and several glasses. She is wearing a dark coloured top.

Woman Dies and Two Injured in South Scotland Country Road Crash

A fatal two-car crash occurred near Upper Barr on the A714 in south Scotland. Emergency services, including an air ambulance, responded. One patient was taken to Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary. The road remained closed for hours with diversions in place.

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Andy Farrington A rural road in the south of Scotland with a sign warning of cattle beside it and a pathway running next to it. There is a white cottage in the distance and some farm buildings off to the right.

Trump’s Pick for Intelligence Chief Casts Doubt on Section 702 Renewal

Bill Pulte’s appointment as acting director of national intelligence raises doubts about renewing section 702 of FISA, a key surveillance program set to expire June 12. Democrats and some Republicans express concern over his lack of experience and potential political misuse.

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Israeli Strikes Kill Nine in Lebanon as Hezbollah Fires Rockets into Israel

Israeli strikes killed nine in southern Lebanon as Hezbollah fired rockets into Israel, challenging a partial ceasefire. Diplomatic talks continue amid rising casualties and displacement in the ongoing conflict involving Israel, Lebanon, and Hezbollah.

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Reuters View from afar of large plumes of smoke rising over buildings struck by Israel in the Nabatieh area, southern Lebanon.

Achosion Diswyddo Annheg Gallu Cymryd Blynyddoedd i'w Clywed mewn Tribiwnlysoedd

Mae cyfreithwraig cyflogaeth yn rhybuddio y gall achosion o ddiswyddo annheg gymryd blynyddoedd i gyrraedd tribiwnlysoedd, gyda mwy o oedi pan ddefnyddir y Gymraeg. Mae Gwasanaeth y Tribiwnlysoedd yn cymryd camau i gyflymu'r broses.

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Trump's DOJ Ends Controversial $1.8bn 'Anti-Weaponisation' Fund Amid GOP Backlash

President Trump's $1.8bn DOJ fund to compensate political allies was scrapped after bipartisan backlash, with Republicans and Democrats opposing payouts to Jan 6 rioters and tax audit protections for Trump.

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Uber Reveals Wildest Lost Items from Butterflies to Breast Milk

Uber's annual Lost and Found Index reveals bizarre forgotten items like butterflies and breast milk, highlights New York as the most forgetful city, and introduces a new nationwide lost item reporting system.

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Examining Police Failures in Henry Nowak Case Beyond Anti-Racism Policies

An analysis of the Henry Nowak case reveals police failures beyond anti-racism policies, highlighting issues in decision-making, training, and response to serious injury.

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Police in riot gear and holding shields line up in front of police riot vans