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Met Police Accidentally Disclosed Personal Data of Alleged Al Fayed Victim

Joanna Brittan alleges the Met Police mistakenly sent her sensitive data to another victim amid ongoing investigations into Mohamed Al Fayed's associates.

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BBC Joanna Brittan is looking at the camera and smiling. She has a short dark bob and is wearing a pearl necklace and earrings. She wears a white fluffy cardigan and is pictured from the shoulders up. She is standing outside a police station.

Rising Demand at Boston Cafe Highlights Struggles on Universal Credit

A Boston cafe reports a 50% rise in free meal demand amid financial struggles on universal credit. Locals share hardships while government highlights income growth and support efforts.

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BBC A woman smiles at the camera as she sits in a cafe shop. She has grey shoulder-length hair, tucked back behind her ears, and is wearing a black blouse covered in small white hearts.

Jill Biden Details Pressure on Joe Biden to Exit 2024 Race After Debate

Jill Biden detailed the pressure Joe Biden faced to exit the 2024 presidential race after his debate performance, addressing party criticism, family struggles, and his health challenges in her new memoir event.

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Jill Biden in a cream suit with gold buttons sits in a chair and smiles at the camera

Missing Congressman Tom Kean Jr Wins Primary After Trump Endorsement

Republican Congressman Tom Kean Jr, absent for months and missing over 100 votes, won his primary after Trump's endorsement. He faces Democrat Rebecca Bennett in November's key swing district race.

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Getty Images Republican Congressman Tom Kean Jr arrives to the US Capitol in March for a caucus meeting

Midterm Primaries 2026: Six States Including California and Iowa Vote Today

Millions vote in 2026 midterm primaries across six states including California and Iowa, with key races for governor, Senate, and House shaping November's elections.

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A voter shows identification to poll workers before receiving a ballot in Iowa on Tuesday.

London Tube Strike Causes Major Disruptions and Delays for Commuters

London's Tube services faced major disruptions on Tuesday due to an RMT strike over proposed working hours, causing delays and cancellations. Mayor Sadiq Khan urged talks to prevent further strikes, while commuters and tourists experienced significant inconvenience.

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EPA/Shutterstock passengers look fed up as they wait on an empty Tube platforms, with no trains in sight.

Northern Ireland Teachers Vote on Strike Over Unsustainable Workload

Teachers in Northern Ireland are voting on industrial action over an 'unsustainable' workload despite a 2025 pay deal. Unions cite unresolved workload issues; Education Minister Paul Givan expresses disappointment and urges collaboration on reforms.

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Puffin, Bumblebee Among 18 UK Wildlife Species Shortlisted for Banknotes

Eighteen UK wildlife species, including the puffin and bumblebee, are shortlisted for new Bank of England notes. Public voting is open until 3 July amid political debate over replacing historical figures like Churchill.

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Getty Images A composite picture featuring an Atlantic puffin on a rock, a pine marten and a bumblebee on a plant.

Pentagon Appoints January 6 Convicted Rioter to Key Counterterrorism Role

The Pentagon appointed Elias Irizarry, convicted for his role in the January 6 Capitol riot, to a sensitive counterterrorism position, sparking concern among officials despite his expressed remorse and military graduation.

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Israel Strikes Southern Lebanon Amid Partial Ceasefire with Hezbollah

Israel continued strikes in southern Lebanon amid a partial ceasefire with Hezbollah, avoiding Beirut after a US-backed deal. Casualties and damage near Tyre's hospital were reported, with ongoing diplomatic efforts to expand the ceasefire.

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Reuters Medics treat a patient on a ward at Jabal Amel hospital in the city of Tyre, southern Lebanon, following Israeli air strikes on nearby buildings (2 June 2026)

Postman Sentenced to 38 Months for Running Major Illegal Sports Streaming Scheme

Michael David Barrow, a postal worker from Pembrokeshire, was jailed for 38 months for running a large-scale illegal sports streaming business that caused millions in losses to broadcasters including Sky Sport and BT Sport.

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US Fires Missile at Iran-Bound Oil Tanker Amid Strait of Hormuz Blockade

The US fired a Hellfire missile disabling a Botswana-flagged oil tanker heading to Iran amid a naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. Six vessels disabled and 122 redirected since 13 April enforcement began.

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X/US Central Command Still from a video released by US Central Command purportedly showing the the Botswana-flagged M/T oil tanker