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Burnham tells UN Britain is not 'on the slide' ahead of first Trump meeting

Prime Minister Andy Burnham addresses the UN General Assembly, rejecting claims that Britain is in decline. He prepares for his first face-to-face meeting with Donald Trump, adopting a measured diplomatic approach distinct from his predecessors' strategies.

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WW2 Bomb Safely Removed from Falmouth Docks After Major Evacuation

A 250kg American World War Two bomb discovered at Falmouth Docks has been safely removed after a major evacuation affecting over 300 homes. The device will be disposed of in deep water far out at sea.

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101-acre data centre plan near Caernarfon sparks fierce backlash over jobs and landscape fears

A 101-acre data centre proposal near Caernarfon has sparked fierce community opposition, with nearly 15,000 petition signatures. Developers promise 900 construction and 200 permanent jobs, but residents warn of devastating landscape impact, noise pollution, and massive water consumption.

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Google Maps Error Sends Thousands Down Narrow Perthshire Lane

A Google Maps glitch falsely reported the A9 trunk road as closed, diverting thousands of vehicles including campervans and coaches onto a narrow single-track Perthshire lane. Residents were unable to leave their homes for days as emergency vehicles could not pass through the congestion.

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UK air traffic system failures spark calls for leadership change as military support for Saudi Arabia dominates front pages

UK air traffic control faces fresh crisis after a second major system failure this month grounds thousands of flights, prompting calls for leadership changes. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Burnham announces defensive military support for Saudi Arabia and prepares to meet President Trump at the UN.

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Should you tell your family what's in your will before you die?

A reader wonders whether to reveal their will's contents to their family now or let them discover the provisions after death. Legal experts and family advisers strongly recommend advance discussion to prevent misunderstanding and family conflict.

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Protect Your Student Bike: Lock Choice and Insurance Matter as Thefts Peak

As cycle thefts surge during freshers' week, students are urged to invest in quality locks and proper insurance. Experts recommend gold-rated Sold Secure locks, checking existing home contents policies, and registering bikes on property databases to deter thieves.

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Friends pool resources to build three homes where one stood in Melbourne

Melbourne families are pooling resources and expertise to redevelop single suburban properties into multiple townhouses, creating denser neighbourhoods while fostering genuine community connections. Two award-nominated projects demonstrate how collaborative development can address housing afforda...

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Three years on, Olivia Cusack walks 29 miles to honour sister Maddy's memory

Three years after Maddy Cusack's death, her sister Olivia leads a 29-mile walk to raise funds and preserve her legacy. The inquest resumes in December as the family continues seeking answers.

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New safeguards aim to protect homeowners from rogue builders

New government safeguards including a trusted-trader register and milestone-based payment system aim to protect homeowners from rogue builders, but industry figures question whether the measures go far enough.

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London Man Jailed for Running UK's Largest Counterfeit Vinyl Empire

A London man has been jailed for three years and six months for running the UK's largest counterfeit vinyl manufacturing operation, generating £2.743 million from fake records by Taylor Swift, Drake, Rihanna and 105 other artists. The case exposes growing industrial-scale fraud in the booming vin...

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