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RAF leadership confidence plummets amid disastrous diversity drive
The Royal Air Force (RAF) has seen a significant decline in morale and confidence in its leadership, according to a recent survey. The Ministry of Defence’s continuous attitude survey revealed that only 18% of aviators had confidence in the RAF’s senior leadership in 2023, a sharp decrease from 36% in 2021. This comes as Air Chief Marshal Sir Mike Wigston…
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Woman attacked with boiling water in Southwark; police seek suspect
Authorities have released a photograph of a man they wish to question in connection with a woman who was assaulted with boiling water in Southwark, south London. The incident occurred on November 10 last year, and the woman was hospitalised as a result. The Metropolitan Police and London Ambulance Service were alerted to the assault, which took place on Walworth…
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Labour MP suspended, accused of bringing sex workers to Commons bar
Allegations of sexual harassment have led to the suspension of a Labour MP, who has also been accused of bringing sex workers into parliament for drinks by two of his colleagues. A Labour MP and a Labour peer informed Sky News that it was common knowledge in Westminster that Geraint Davies would take women to one of the Commons’ bars…
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Influencer Andrew Tate denies rape and trafficking allegations in combative BBC interview
In a recent interview with the BBC, Andrew Tate, a controversial social media influencer, defended his reputation against allegations of misogyny and other accusations. Currently under investigation by Romanian prosecutors for rape, human trafficking, and exploiting women, Tate dismissed these claims during the interview. This marked Tate’s first television interview with a major broadcaster since being released into house arrest…
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Ukraine accused of Belgorod shelling as Russia reports thwarted invasion
The Belgorod region in Russia has experienced another attack from across the Ukrainian border, with at least eight individuals reportedly injured due to shelling. Russia’s defence ministry also claimed that it had prevented further attempts by Ukraine to “invade” the region. While Kyiv has not commented on these allegations, it has denied any involvement in previous cross-border attacks. This incident…
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Prince William and Kate attend Jordan’s royal wedding unannounced
In a surprise visit, the Prince and Princess of Wales attended the wedding of Jordan’s Crown Prince Hussein, 28 years old, and Saudi Arabian architect Rajwa Alseif, 29 years old, in Amman, Jordan. Prince William and Kate joined other foreign royalty at the ceremony held at Zahran Palace, a venue with historical significance for the Jordanian royal family. The unannounced…
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Funeral firm offers custom coffins to break death taboo
A funeral company, Go As You Please, is aiming to change the way people perceive death by offering custom-made coffins, including a casket designed to resemble a Greggs sausage roll. The firm believes that no idea is off limits in an effort to make a challenging day more bearable. Suggested designs include the Doctor Who Tardis, a pint of Tennent’s…
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Guilty duo plotted 5G mast destruction and urged attacks on MPs
A pair of conspiracy theorists who referred to themselves as “Bonnie and Clyde with a box of matches” have been convicted of plotting to destroy 5G phone masts and inciting attacks on MPs. Christine Grayson, 59 years old from York, and Darren Reynolds, 60 years old from Sheffield, believed that 5G phone masts were intended to be used as weapons…
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Labour MP suspended amid claims of boasting about bringing sex workers to Commons
Allegations of sexual harassment have led to the suspension of a Labour MP, who has been accused of bringing sex workers into parliament for drinks by two of his colleagues. A Labour MP and a Labour peer informed Sky News that it was common knowledge in Westminster that Geraint Davies would take women to one of the Commons’ bars and…
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Stroud lottery winner urged to claim £10k monthly prize for 30 years
A Stroud-based National Lottery player has won a life-changing prize of £10,000 per month for 30 years and is being encouraged to claim their winnings. The winning ticket for the Set For Life draw was purchased in Gloucestershire, according to the National Lottery. The ticket matched the five main numbers – 10, 32, 36, 39, 43 – and the Life…
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Endangered ghost orchid flowers in UK for first time at Kew Gardens
A rare and endangered ghost orchid, also known as dendrophylax lindenii, has bloomed for the first time in the UK at the Royal Botanic Gardens (RBG), Kew. The unique flower, known for its frog-like shape, is mainly found in southern Florida and Cuba, with only around 2,000 plants remaining worldwide. The International Union for Conservation of Nature lists the ghost…
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Canadian socialite avoids jail, fined £30k for Belize police chief’s death
Canadian socialite Jasmine Hartin, 34, has reportedly avoided a prison sentence after being handed a £30,000 fine and 300 hours of community service for the manslaughter of Belizean police chief Henry Jemmott. The incident occurred on May 28, 2021, when Jemmott suffered a fatal gunshot wound to the head. Hartin is the former partner of Andrew Ashcroft, son of the…
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Baby donkey reunited with mum after two-week Hampshire farm abduction
A two-month-old donkey named Moon, who was taken from a field at Miller’s Ark Animals farm in Hook, Hampshire, has been safely recovered after over two weeks. The young donkey was found in Buckinghamshire, and the farm announced on Thursday that Moon had been reunited with her mother, Astra. In a social media post, Miller’s Ark stated, “Yesterday evening we…
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US House passes bill to suspend US$31.4tn debt ceiling, averts default
The US House of Representatives has passed a bill to suspend the US$31.4 trillion debt ceiling, with both Democrats and Republicans supporting the measure to avoid a catastrophic default. The legislation now moves to the Senate, which must enact it and get it to President Joe Biden‘s desk before the government runs out of funds to pay its bills. The…
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Study reveals senior Singaporean volunteers contribute more time to charities
A recent study has shown that senior volunteers in Singapore contribute more time to charitable causes than their younger counterparts. Conducted by the National Council of Social Service (NCSS) and the Singapore Management University, the study aimed to help social service agencies attract and retain volunteers by identifying what drives people to volunteerism and areas for their own growth. The…
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Labour MP suspended over serious misconduct and unwanted attention claims
Swansea West MP Geraint Davies has been suspended from the Labour Party due to allegations of “completely unacceptable behaviour.” The party described the claims as “incredibly serious” and urged anyone with a complaint to report it. News website Politico reported that the MP is accused of subjecting younger colleagues to unwanted sexual attention. Davies denied recognising the allegations and expressed…
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Tupac Shakur awarded star on Hollywood Walk of Fame posthumously
The Hollywood Walk of Fame is set to honour the late rapper Tupac Shakur with a star, 26 years after his passing. The prestigious Los Angeles walkway will host a ceremony on June 7 to commemorate the hip-hop icon. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce confirmed to the LA Times that Shakur’s star would be the 2,758th on the Walk of…
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Man charged with murder over fatal Wellington hostel fire amid housing crisis
A 48-year-old man has been charged with five counts of murder in connection with a fatal fire at a hostel in Wellington, New Zealand. The man was previously detained and charged with arson following the incident at Loafers Lodge last month. The tragic event has reignited discussions about the nation’s housing crisis, as the hostel provided emergency accommodation for vulnerable…
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Two teens die in Bournemouth beach tragedy, man arrested for manslaughter
Two young individuals, a girl aged 12 and a boy aged 17, tragically lost their lives after being rescued from the sea near Bournemouth beach. Dorset Police stated that there was “no physical contact” between the victims and any vessel in the water at the time of the incident. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances that led to several swimmers…
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US-Taiwan trade deal signing escalates tensions with China
The United States and Taiwan are preparing to sign a new trade agreement on Thursday, amidst escalating tensions with China. This will be the inaugural deal under the US-Taiwan Initiative on 21st Century Trade framework, which was established last year. The signing is scheduled ahead of a major global security summit in Singapore this weekend, where the strained relationship between…
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Swansea triathlon swim tragedy: Family pays tribute to loving husband
The family of a man who passed away during the swim portion of the Swansea triathlon has expressed their grief and remembered him as a “loving husband, father and grandfather.” Activity Wales, the event organisers, confirmed that Andrew Ireland died during the event on Sunday. In a statement, Ireland’s family conveyed their heartbreak, but also expressed gratitude for the numerous…
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Items seized in reservoir search linked to Madeleine McCann case
The search for Madeleine McCann, who went missing 16 years ago, has led to the recovery of several items from a reservoir in Portugal. The operation was conducted at the request of German investigators, who have been pursuing suspect Christian B in connection with the case. The Braunschweig Public Prosecutor’s Office stated that the search area had been thoroughly examined,…
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Noel Gallagher: Divorce-inspired album helps healing process
Noel Gallagher has revealed that creating his latest album played a significant role in helping him cope with his recent divorce. In January this year, Gallagher and Sara MacDonald announced their decision to divorce after 22 years of marriage. The renowned former Oasis guitarist explained that he often seizes upon personal life events that he can express, as they tend…
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Labour MP Geraint Davies suspended amid serious misconduct allegations
Labour MP Geraint Davies has been administratively suspended from the party as they investigate reports of “incredibly serious allegations of completely unacceptable behaviour.” Davies was first elected as an MP in 1997 but was not in parliament from 2005 to 2010. Shadow immigration minister Stephen Kinnock urged women affected by the allegations to come forward with formal complaints to ensure…
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UK house prices suffer largest annual drop in 14 years, warns Nationwide
In May, UK house prices experienced their most significant annual decline in almost 14 years, according to Nationwide. The building society reported a 3.4% drop in prices for the year to May, the largest decrease since July 2009. Nationwide also cautioned that further increases in mortgage interest rates could impact the housing market. Mortgage rates have recently risen due to…
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Only 2-5% of UFO sightings truly unexplained, says Nasa panel
A panel of experts has analysed approximately 800 reports of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) gathered over several years by American authorities, revealing that only a small percentage remain truly unexplained. The panel was established by Nasa last year to study what it refers to as unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP), defined as sightings that cannot be identified as aircraft or known…
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UK house prices dip 3.4% YoY in May amid rising interest rate concerns
UK house prices experienced a 3.4% drop year-on-year in May, according to data from Nationwide, one of the country’s largest mortgage lenders. The average cost of a UK home now stands at £260,736, with a month-on-month decline of 0.1%. Nationwide had previously observed tentative signs of market recovery in April, with a 0.4% rise in monthly prices and an improvement…
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Teens arrested in Manchester murder case, increased police presence
Two teenagers have been taken into custody following the discovery of a 21-year-old man’s body at a residence in Manchester. The victim, who had sustained severe injuries, was found at a property on Kings Road, Old Trafford, after the police received a call around 7.45pm on Wednesday. Despite efforts to save him, the man was declared dead at the scene.…
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House approves US debt ceiling raise, averting default threat
The US House of Representatives has given its approval for a deal permitting the nation to borrow more funds, mere days before the world’s largest economy is set to begin defaulting on its debt. The measure was passed in the chamber with a 314-117 vote, despite some members from both sides not supporting it. The US Senate must vote on…
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Decorated soldier loses defamation case over true war crime allegations
In a landmark defamation case, highly decorated Australian soldier Ben Roberts-Smith has been unsuccessful in his lawsuit against three newspapers that accused him of committing war crimes in Afghanistan. The publications were sued for multiple articles that also alleged Roberts-Smith bullied his peers and assaulted a woman with whom he was involved in an extramarital affair. This is the first…
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