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Indian Women Fear for Safety After Belfast Home Destroyed in Riots

Two Indian women in Belfast no longer feel safe after their home was severely damaged during recent riots. Despite community support, they face uncertainty about their future in the city.

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Tejal Samat and Nishath Mohammed Tejal Samat and Nishath Mohammed. Tejal has dark hair tied back, wearing glasses and a grey jumper. Nishath has long dark hair, wearing earrings and a cream top with gold embroidery.

Mark Rutte Urges NATO to Boost Forces and Resources Ahead of Defence Meeting

Ahead of NATO defence ministers' meeting, Mark Rutte calls for increased forces and resources. G7 leaders reaffirm unwavering support for Ukraine amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.

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NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte holds a press conference

Deadline Nears for Migrants to Leave South Africa Amid Rising Tensions

As a June 30 deadline for undocumented migrants to leave South Africa approaches, rising tensions and protests highlight fears, repatriation efforts, and government responses amid economic challenges and xenophobic incidents.

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Thuthuka Zondi / BBC Esnat Joseph, wearing a maroon woollen bobble hat and black jacket, sitting in front of a tent with her baby triplets - two dressed in yellow hoodies and one black.

Brain of WWII Scottish Soldier Buried with Remains 85 Years Later

The brain of Scottish WWII soldier Donnie MacRae, removed during a post-mortem in 1941, has been buried with his remains in Germany after nearly 80 years, following research and family involvement.

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Libby MacRae Formal portrait photo of Donnie MacRae. It is a monochrome, head and shoulders image of a young man in his 20s. He has very tidy, short, dark hair with a centre parting. He is looking slightly away from the camera with his mouth closed so that his expression is neutral. He wears a starched wing collar and tie, with a jacket over the top of his shirt.

TUV Leader Jim Allister Faces Criticism for Controversial Migrant Cartoon

TUV leader Jim Allister's cartoon depicting migrants crossing the Irish border has been called racist by political figures, sparking debate amid recent Belfast unrest. Allister defends the image as highlighting border issues, while critics denounce it as offensive AI-generated content.

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PA Media An older man looks into the camera smiling. he has grey hair at the side of his head and is bald on top. He is wearing a dark suit, white shirt and purple patterned tie. He is wearing a red badge that says 'no Irish sea border'.

Iran Warns Israel of Harsh Response Amid Lebanon Strikes and US-Iran Peace Deal

Iran warns Israel of harsh response after strikes in southern Lebanon amid US-Iran peace deal signing in Switzerland. The agreement aims to end hostilities and lift sanctions, with ongoing negotiations on nuclear issues.

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People walk past rubble at the site of an Israeli strike following a deal between the US and Iran

Starmer Offers Burnham Key Government Role Amid Leadership Challenge Threat

Keir Starmer urges Labour to focus on the Greater Manchester mayoral byelection, offers Andy Burnham a key government role amid leadership challenge threats from Wes Streeting.

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Keir Starmer speaks to the members of the media on the sidelines of the G7 summit

PM Warns Burnham Against Immediate Leadership Challenge Amid Makerfield Vote

Sir Keir Starmer warns Andy Burnham against an immediate leadership challenge if elected MP, urging focus on the Greater Manchester mayoral election and signalling readiness to contest any leadership bid.

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Wes Streeting May Launch Labour Leadership Challenge Next Week

Wes Streeting may challenge Keir Starmer for Labour leadership next week amid calls to end party uncertainty. Andy Burnham's by-election bid adds pressure, while Starmer remains at G7.

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Firefighters Respond to Blaze at Commercial Property Beneath Edinburgh Flats

Firefighters tackled a blaze in a commercial property under Edinburgh flats on Dalry Road. Six engines responded, one person treated, evacuations made, and investigations ongoing.

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Flora Livingstone A busy street cordoned off with several fire engines and firefighters in the midst of tackling a fire

Russian Frigate Fires Warning Shots Near UK Yacht in Channel Incident

A Russian frigate fired warning shots near a UK yacht in the Channel, escalating tensions. Investigations reveal Russian saboteurs active in London. Labour faces internal disputes amid a critical by-election.

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The headline on the front page of the i Paper reads: “Retired UK couple reveal 'scary' clash in Channel with Russian warship”.

Pauline Hanson Advocates for Monocultural Australia in National Press Club Speech

Pauline Hanson calls for Australia to be monocultural, criticizes immigration, transgender rights, and government policies in a National Press Club speech.

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Pauline Hanson gestures while speaking at the National Press Club podium with microphones