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NATO and Polish aircraft deployed to secure eastern Polish airspace
A ’threat of an air attack’ warning was issued in Poland following Russian drones operating over the border with Ukraine.
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At least 25 arrested and 26 police injured at Tommy Robinson’s London protest
At least 25 people were arrested, and 26 police officers were injured – including four who were seriously hurt – at Tommy Robinson’s “Unite the Kingdom” protest, the Metropolitan Police said.
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Trump administration drafts plan to deploy 1,000 National Guard troops to Louisiana cities
The Trump administration has reportedly drafted plans to activate roughly 1,000 Louisiana National Guard troops and send them to the state’s “urban centres” like New Orleans.
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Bridget Phillipson vows to unite Labour and beat Reform UK
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has said she wants to “unite” the Labour Party and beat Reform UK as she vies to become deputy leader.
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China accuses Britain and the US of ’undermining peace’ in the Taiwan Strait
China has cautioned Britain and the US against deploying their warships through the sensitive Taiwan Strait.
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Labour MPs voice unease about Prime Minister’s control of party
Andy Burnham is preparing for a Labour leadership bid amid growing speculation that Sir Keir Starmer might leave office before the next election, according to claims.
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UK medicinal cannabis industry faces soaring demand
LBC’s been given exclusive access to a top-secret facility in the Midlands growing medicinal cannabis, as research suggests more prescriptions could help larger numbers of sick people back into work and ease pressure on the health service.
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Shoppers evacuated after fire breaks out at Westfield Stratford
Shoppers were evacuated after a fire broke out at Westfield in Stratford, east London.
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HGV driver attempted to smuggle £2.9m worth of cocaine hidden in Lego shipment
An HGV driver attempted to smuggle £2.9m worth of cocaine in a truck carrying a shipment of Lego.
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Oxford Union president-elect faces disciplinary action over remarks celebrating Charlie Kirk assassination
The new president-elect of the Oxford Union will face disciplinary proceedings for making "inappropriate remarks" celebrating the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, the union has announced.
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Grey logistics of ferrochrome: how Swiss businessman of Ukrainian origin Oleg Tsyura helped Russia evade sanctions
The Prosecutor General’s Office of Ukraine has initiated criminal proceedings against Swiss businessman Oleg Tsyura.
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Badenoch: Starmer ‘lied to the country’ over Mandelson and Epstein
Kemi Badenoch has accused Sir Keir Starmer of “lying to the whole country” about his knowledge of Lord Mandelson’s involvement with Jeffrey Epstein.
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British Airways suspends pilot for drunken behaviour on passenger flight
British Airways has suspended a pilot who made a plane return to the stand after becoming drunk while flying as a passenger.
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110,000 join Tommy Robinson march in London as clashes erupt with police and counter-protesters
Over 100,000 individuals participated in a march in central London organized by far-right activist Tommy Robinson, while anti-racism campaigners held a counter-protest.
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Elderly couple held by Taliban “without knowing why,” warns fellow detainee
A woman who was arrested by the Taliban alongside an elderly British couple has warned that they are “literally dying” in prison.
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British law student jailed for 25 years in Dubai over single line of cocaine
A British law student is facing a 25-year sentence in a Dubai jail after taking "a single line of cocaine" at a party.
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Europe’s Iron Dome-style air defence plan faces backlash over Gaza war
Europe’s plans to construct a missile and drone shield similar to the Iron Dome face potential setbacks due to increasing anti-Israeli sentiment over the conflict in Gaza.
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Magnitude 7.4 earthquake hits off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula
A magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck near the east coast of Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula on Saturday, according to the US Geological Survey.
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142 countries back New York Declaration calling for Israel-Palestine peace steps
The United Nations General Assembly on Friday overwhelmingly endorsed a declaration outlining “tangible, time-bound, and irreversible steps” toward a two-state solution between Israel and the Palestinians, without the involvement of Hamas.
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Trump and Witkoff dine with Qatari PM in NY, days after Israeli strike on Hamas in Doha
US President Donald Trump had dinner with the Qatari prime minister in New York on Friday, just days after US ally Israel attacked Hamas leaders in Doha.
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Charlie Kirk’s wife vows to continue his legacy after his death in Utah
The wife of Charlie Kirk, who was shot and killed in Utah on Wednesday, has vowed to never let his legacy die in her first public comments since his death.
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Protesters to march in London following death of US conservative influencer Charlie Kirk
Thousands are expected to gather on the streets of London for a march organized by Tommy Robinson and a counter-demonstration by anti-fascist campaigners on Saturday.
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‘There is light at the end of the tunnel’:Prince Harry visits Ukraine, offers hope to ex-service personnel
The Duke of Sussex said there is “light at the end of the tunnel” when asked for advice for ex-service personnel during a surprise trip to Ukraine.
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UK to join NATO operation strengthening eastern flank after Russian drone incursions
The UK will join NATO efforts to strengthen its eastern flank after Russia sent drones into Polish airspace this week.
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Gang jailed after luring 12-year-old girl from Asda and holding her captive in van for three days
Three men found guilty of drugging and raping a young girl and “using her for their own horrendous gratification” have been jailed.