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Body of Missing Woman Found in Sandwell Valley Park Pool

A 55-year-old woman’s body was recovered from a pool at Sandwell Valley Country Park after she went missing in the water on Saturday. The death is not treated as suspicious. This follows several recent water-related fatalities during the summer heat.

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A mainly dark sign that includes the words Welcome to Sandwell Valley Country Park. Trees and grass are in the background.

Person Arrested Following Suspicious Death in West Belfast

A person has been arrested following a suspicious death in west Belfast. Police remain at the scene in Helen's Wood Court, Dunmurry, with investigations ongoing. Deputy Lord Mayor Paul Doherty expressed condolences and urged the public to assist police.

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A police car parked outside an apartment block.

Has Ireland Lost a Key Ally with Sir Keir Starmer’s Departure?

Sir Keir Starmer hosted Taoiseach Simon Harris at Chequers in 2024, pledging a reset in British-Irish relations. As Starmer steps down, Irish ministers praise his tenure while assessing the prospects of successor Andy Burnham amid ongoing legacy issues.

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Sir Keir Starmer (right) and Simon Harris drink a pint of Guinness during his visit to Chequers. Starmer has grey hair, wearing glasses, a white shirt burgundy tie, and dark trousers. Harris has grey hair, wearing a light blue shirt, burgundy tie and navy trousers. Both are holding up a pint of Guinness.

Venezuelan Earthquake Survivor Hears Son Crying Beneath Rubble

After two devastating earthquakes in Venezuela, survivors like Andreina Valerio search for loved ones trapped beneath rubble in La Guaira amid widespread destruction and ongoing rescue efforts.

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Andreina Valerio, in a blue baseball cap, stands in front of rubble

Prince Harry Reconsiders UK Trip with Meghan and Children After Security Denial

Prince Harry is reconsidering bringing Meghan and their children to the UK after police protection was denied, affecting their planned visit marking the Invictus Games countdown.

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Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, delivers a speech during the Kyiv Security Forum on 23 April 2026 in Kyiv, Ukraine.

Sunday Papers Highlight Burnham's Devolution Plans and UK Heatwave Costs

Sunday papers cover Andy Burnham's devolution and economic plans, defence shifts, housing policy debates, the UK heatwave's costs, and football fans' interest in US-style entertainment.

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The headline on the front page of the Sunday Mirror reads: "Devolution revolution."

Andy Burnham Credits School Teacher for Inspiring His Confidence and Success

Andy Burnham credits his former English teacher Stephen Harrington for encouraging him to apply to Cambridge, boosting his confidence and shaping his path to political leadership.

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Stephen Harrington is an older man, aged 83. He has white hair and wears thin-rimmed clear-lensed glasses. He is sitting on a brown leather chair and wears a white and brown checked shirt. He is smiling.

Why Increasing UK Women Are Choosing to Live Childfree

Increasing numbers of UK women are choosing to live childfree due to financial pressures, career ambitions, cultural expectations, and environmental concerns, supported by online communities and changing societal attitudes.

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Jess King, a woman with long ginger hair and glasses, stands in front of a doorway. She is wearing a short-sleeved white top and has visible black tattoos at the top of her arms.

117 Dead Dogs Found at California 'No-Kill' Rescue Amid Investigation

Authorities found remains of 117 dogs, many with gunshot wounds, at a 'no-kill' shelter in Fortuna, California. The ongoing investigation involves allegations of animal cruelty, fraud, and missing animals from Miranda's Rescue Animal Sanctuary.

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Investigators search for animal remains while executing a second search warrant at Miranda's Rescue as part of an active investigation into alleged animal cruelty, fraud and theft, in Fortuna, California.

US Launches Retaliatory Strikes on Iran After Second Strait of Hormuz Shipping Attack

The US launched retaliatory strikes on Iran after a drone attack on a Panama-flagged vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, citing repeated ceasefire violations. Iran denies wrongdoing and claims US strikes breach the ceasefire. Tensions remain high over control of this strategic waterway.

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Vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Oman on June 18, 2026.