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British Airways fined £877k for delayed US flight refunds amid pandemic
United States regulators have imposed a fine of US$1.1 million (£877,000) on British Airways, following accusations that the airline failed to provide prompt refunds for passengers on flights to and from the US during the COVID-19 pandemic. The US Transportation Department issued the penalty, which British Airways contests. According to the department, the airline violated federal regulations by not processing…
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Teenage girl drowns in Merseyside reservoir despite emergency rescue efforts
A tragic incident occurred at Carr Mill Dam in St Helens, Merseyside, when a 15-year-old girl lost her life while swimming with her friends. Merseyside Police received reports of the teenager in distress at around 12.30pm, prompting the emergency services to rush to the scene. Chief Inspector Paul Holden reported that officers entered the water in an attempt to locate…
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Nova Scotia battles largest wildfire in history, thousands evacuated
Nova Scotia firefighters are currently facing the largest wildfire in the history of the Atlantic province. The fire, located on the southern tip of the province, has burned over 17,000 hectares with flames reaching nearly 100m in height. In addition, another fire near Halifax, the largest city, has led to the evacuation of thousands of residents. As of Thursday morning,…
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Canadian socialite avoids jail for Belize police chief’s manslaughter
Canadian socialite Jasmine Hartin, 34 years old, has reportedly avoided prison time for the killing of Belize police chief Henry Jemmott with his own weapon. Local reports state that she has been given a £30,000 fine and 300 hours of community service. Hartin pleaded guilty to manslaughter in April after Jemmott’s death on 28 May 2021, which was caused by…
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Tate denies rape and exploitation allegations in combative BBC interview
In a recent interview with the BBC, influencer Andrew Tate has refuted allegations of promoting misogyny and defended his character. Tate is currently under investigation by Romanian prosecutors for accusations including rape, human trafficking, and exploitation of women. In his first television interview since being released into house arrest in Romania in April, he dismissed these allegations and claimed to…
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Robot artist Ai-Da sparks debate on trust in AI technology
Ai-Da, a highly skilled artist and robot, has exhibited her creations at the Venice Biennale and discussed the future of creative industries at the House of Lords. She can talk, answer complex queries, paint, and create art, which is now on display at the London Design Biennale. Ai-Da utilises advanced AI technology to produce designs of everyday items like cutlery…
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Belfast taxi driver sacked over firearm threats in dashcam video
A driver for Belfast-based taxi firm FonaCab has been dismissed following a video that surfaced on social media, showing him wielding what appears to be a firearm and threatening passengers. The Police Service of Northern Ireland has launched an investigation into the incident. The video, seemingly recorded by a dashcam inside the taxi, shows the driver pointing the suspected weapon…
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Ex-BBC presenter jailed for stalking banned from contacting two more
Alex Belfield, a 43-year-old former BBC radio presenter currently serving a five-and-a-half-year prison sentence for stalking, has been prohibited from contacting two additional individuals. Belfield had been charged with stalking eight people, primarily current or former BBC staff members, and was found guilty of stalking BBC Radio Northampton presenter Bernard Spedding and videographer Ben Hewis. He was also convicted of…
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Bournemouth beach deaths: No vessel contact, man arrested for manslaughter
New information has been released by Dorset Police regarding the tragic incident off Bournemouth beach on Wednesday afternoon, where a 12-year-old girl and a 17-year-old boy lost their lives after being pulled from the sea. Police have confirmed that there was no contact with a jet ski or boat, and no one jumped from the pier. A man in his…
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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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ITV chief to face parliament over Schofield scandal and safeguarding concerns
ITV Chief Executive Dame Carolyn McCall has been summoned to appear before the parliamentary Culture, Media and Sport Committee to discuss the broadcaster’s approach to safeguarding and complaint handling. This development follows the recent departure of presenter Phillip Schofield from ITV after admitting to an “unwise but not illegal” relationship with a younger male colleague. The committee has requested McCall’s…
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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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Government faces legal action over unredacted Covid inquiry material
The Covid inquiry has given the UK government until 4pm to provide unredacted messages and notebooks, or face potential legal action. The inquiry seeks access to various communications between Boris Johnson and his advisers during the pandemic, as well as his diaries and notebooks. The government has resisted disclosing some of the material, claiming it is not relevant to the…
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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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Swimmers brave treacherous waters for Uri Geller’s island rock quest
A team of intrepid fundraisers, known as the Salty Selkies, has successfully completed a swim to The Lamb, an uninhabited Scottish island owned by Uri Geller, to retrieve a rock for the renowned magician. Geller, who purchased the island off North Berwick in East Lothian in 2009, wanted a rock from the location to be tested and displayed in his…
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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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Jane McDonald to host British Soap Awards after Phillip Schofield’s exit
Jane McDonald has been confirmed as the new host for the upcoming British Soap Awards, taking over from Phillip Schofield, who recently stepped down from his ITV roles. The awards ceremony is set to take place this weekend in Salford, Greater Manchester. McDonald, a well-known singer and television presenter, expressed her excitement about hosting the event. Schofield’s departure from ITV…
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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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Trump admits keeping classified Iran memo after leaving White House
US prosecutors have reportedly obtained an audio recording in which Donald Trump acknowledges retaining a classified document after leaving the White House. The news was first reported by CNN, and sources later confirmed this to the BBC’s US partner, CBS. The justice department is currently investigating Trump’s handling of classified material, which he denies any wrongdoing in. The inquiry is…
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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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