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Starmer Criticizes Zack Polanski for Sharing Police Criticism After Golders Green Stabbings

Keir Starmer condemned Green leader Zack Polanski for sharing a post critical of police handling the Golders Green stabbings. Polanski apologised, while police and political leaders defended officers amid rising antisemitic incidents and ongoing investigations.

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Cuban Immigrant Dies in Georgia ICE Detention Center, Suicide Investigated

Denny Adán González, a 33-year-old Cuban immigrant, died in Georgia's Stewart detention center, with his death under investigation as a suspected suicide. He is the 18th person to die in ICE custody in 2026 amid ongoing concerns about detention conditions.

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An entrance to a detention center surrounded by high fences

Man Charged with Attempted Murder After Dunmurry Police Station Explosion

A 66-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder and multiple offenses after an explosion at Dunmurry Police Station involving a hijacked vehicle fitted with explosives.

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Pacemaker An officer in a forensic suit observes the aftermath of an explosion outside a police station. The wreckage of a car is shown, it has sustained significant fire damage. There is a police station in the background and a row of houses on the opposite side of the street. Debris is strewn across the entrance to the street

Video of Attack on French Nun in Jerusalem Sparks Widespread Condemnation

A video showing the assault of a French nun in Jerusalem has drawn widespread condemnation, highlighting rising tensions and hostility toward Christian communities in the region.

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Screen shot of man pushing nun to the ground

MPs Warn Foreign Office Cuts Threaten Oversight of International Law Violations

MPs warn that the Foreign Office’s closure of its humanitarian law unit will weaken the UK's oversight of international law violations and arms exports amid restructuring.

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The Foreign Office HQ in Whitehall, London.

Rhun ap Iorwerth: Only Plaid Cymru Can Surpass Reform in Senedd Election

Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth asserts only his party can outpace Reform UK in the Senedd election, pledging annual public sector pay rises and addressing concerns over government formation.

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PA Media The image shows Rhun ap Iorwerth standing in front of people holding Plaid Cymru placards. He is wearing a navy suit and is mid-speech.

Over 500 Arrested as Turkish Police Disperse May Day Rallies with Tear Gas

Turkish police arrested over 500 people and used tear gas during May Day protests in Istanbul, blocking access to Taksim Square. Celebrations proceeded in other cities with extensive security. President Erdogan extended greetings to workers nationwide.

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Reuters Members of Workers' Party of Turkey (TIP) scuffle with riot police in Taksim Square, in Istanbul, Turkey, on 1 May 1, 2026

Zack Polanski Apologises for Sharing Police Criticism After Golders Green Stabbings

Zack Polanski apologised for sharing a tweet critical of police after the Golders Green stabbings. The Met Police chief warned this could undermine public trust. Polanski expressed regret and invited the commissioner to discuss the police response and related issues.

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Belfast Food Company Fined £100k After Employee Dies in Bin Fall

Lee Foods in Belfast fined £100,000 after employee Wei Wang died from a head injury sustained falling from a bin while compressing rubbish in August 2023. The court found unsafe work practices and management failures contributed to the preventable death.

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BBC A supermarket called with lettering stating Lee Foods Oriental Supermarket. Pictures of food are on the windows. Some cars are parked nearby.

Firefighters Rescue Curlew Eggs Amid Wildfire in County Fermanagh

Firefighters in County Fermanagh rescued curlew eggs during a major wildfire, working with RSPB to protect the endangered species amid conservation efforts.

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Graham Linehan's Conviction for Damaging Trans Activist's Phone Overturned

Graham Linehan's conviction for damaging a transgender activist's phone has been overturned after an appeal found insufficient evidence linking him to the damage. The case involved a 2024 confrontation outside a London conference and raised concerns about police investigation fairness.

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PA Media Graham Linehan photographed outside Southwark Crown Court in a blue suit and purples shirt, he is wearing glasses

Teen Found Guilty of Murder After Driving Into Couple Outside Social Club

Kian Bateman, 19, was found guilty of murdering Shelley Davies after deliberately driving into her outside a Cardiff social club. Davies died weeks later from severe injuries. Bateman admitted causing her death but denied intent to harm. Sentencing is set for July 3.

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BBC Kian Bateman arriving at Cardiff Crown Court, dressed in a dark suit and tie

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