Police have decided not to bring any more charges related to the Southport knife attacks. Axel Rudakubana, who attacked a dance class in July 2024, is serving a minimum of 52 years for murdering three young girls and injuring ten others.
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Axel Rudakubana committed a knife attack in Southport in July 2024.
Rudakubana murdered three young girls and injured ten others, including eight children.
He was sentenced in January to a minimum of 52 years in custody.
Merseyside Police investigated if anyone helped him or could have stopped the crimes.
After reviewing all evidence, police decided not to bring any more charges.
A public inquiry into the attacks began in April.
The inquiry is led by Sir Adrian Fulford and will examine policing, justice, and Rudakubana's background.
The second phase of the inquiry will address why young people may be drawn to violence.
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Jakob Ingebrigtsen, a top runner from Norway, won two gold medals at the European Athletics Championships in 2018, becoming the youngest European track champion in history. Later, Jakob accused his father and coach, Gjert, of physical and mental abuse, which Gjert denied, claiming he was merely a strict parent.
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Jakob Ingebrigtsen won the 1500m and 5,000m races at the European Championships in 2018.
He became the youngest person to win a European track championship.
Jakob's father, Gjert, managed and trained him and his siblings.
Gjert planned a tough training schedule without an athletics background.
Jakob accused Gjert of physical and mental abuse in a Norwegian court.
Gjert denied the abuse claims, admitting only to being a strict and demanding parent.
Jakob moved out of the family home, expressing concerns over his father's influence.
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Shubman Gill, a promising Indian cricketer, is taking over as the captain for the Indian Test team from Rohit Sharma for the upcoming tour of England. Known for his strong performances in one-day internationals, Gill has shown potential but still has room for improvement in Test cricket compared to past Indian batting legends. He has recently focused on playing more attacking shots, and how he'll fare against England's bowlers is of interest.
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Shubman Gill is the new captain for the Indian Test cricket team, replacing Rohit Sharma.
He is nicknamed 'Prince' and is seen as a future star like Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli.
Gill has the second-best one-day international batting average in history, with a score of 59.
His Test batting average is 35, which is lower than the average of several past Indian greats at the same stage in their careers.
Gill has improved his batting by playing more aggressive shots rather than defensive ones.
He has scored a Test century in Bangladesh and performed well against Australia and England recently.
Gill tends to perform better against spin bowlers compared to pace bowlers.
In England, Gill's highest score so far in Tests is 28, and many of his dismissals there have been caught behind the wickets.
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President Trump removed Christopher T. Hanson as a member of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). The NRC, which ensures nuclear reactor safety in the U.S., stated it can continue its operations without Hanson. Hanson expressed his commitment to the NRC's independent safety role, while the White House stated that Trump's action was within his presidential rights.
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President Trump fired Christopher T. Hanson from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
The NRC is an independent agency responsible for nuclear safety.
The White House stated that Trump's decision is part of his executive rights.
Hanson's term at the NRC was initially set to end in 2029.
The NRC confirmed it can work with fewer than the usual five commissioners.
Hanson insisted he was committed to the NRC's independence and safety focus.
President Trump recently signed orders to reform the NRC's regulations and promote nuclear industry growth.
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Temperatures in the UK are expected to rise above 30°C (86°F) this week due to high pressure. This increase may lead to the year's first heatwave if temperatures stay high for three consecutive days. The hottest areas will likely be East Anglia and southeast England, but cooler temperatures are expected in Northern Ireland and Scotland.
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Temperatures might exceed 30°C in several parts of the UK this week.
The highest temperature recorded in the UK so far this year was 29.4°C in Suffolk on 13 June.
A heatwave requires temperatures to stay above a certain level for at least three days: 25°C in the north/west, 28°C in eastern England.
If the hot weather lasts, it could be the first heatwave of the year.
By Sunday, cooler air might move in from the Atlantic, but it's uncertain.
Heatwaves are becoming more common due to climate change.
Extreme heat can cause infrastructure issues and health problems.
Heat-health alerts warn of risks to health from high temperatures.
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A top Democrat in the House Oversight Committee has asked Microsoft for details about alleged coding activity on GitHub, a Microsoft platform, that might have been used to remove sensitive data from the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). This request follows a whistleblower's claim and a report that suspected data, related to labor complaints, might have been moved without authorization.
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The request was made by Rep. Stephen Lynch, the ranking member of the House Oversight Committee.
The inquiry centers on a Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) staffer's possible activities on GitHub.
A whistleblower claimed that data involving union organizing and labor complaints was potentially taken from the NLRB's database.
Bespoke code, or tailor-made programming, allegedly for removing data, was identified on GitHub.
10 gigabytes of data reportedly left the NLRB's NxGen system.
The engineer involved reportedly coded a "backdoor" for data extraction.
Microsoft has been asked to provide any related information or documents.
The issue is part of an ongoing investigation into government data security.
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Owen Farrell, a former England rugby captain, is rejoining Saracens after a year with the French club Racing 92. He signed a two-year contract with Saracens, a team he played for over 16 years, and is expected to bolster the squad for the upcoming season.
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Owen Farrell is 33 years old and was the captain of the England rugby team.
Farrell signed a two-year deal with Saracens, a rugby club in England.
He previously played 16 years for Saracens, where he won six Premiership titles and three European Champions Cups.
Farrell will be available for England's tour to Argentina and could also join the British and Irish Lions if needed.
He left Saracens last year to join Racing 92, a Paris-based team in France's Top 14 league.
During his time with Racing 92, Farrell struggled with a hip injury and a concussion, which ended his season early.
Saracens need Farrell's experience as their player Alex Lozowski is injured, and they have salary cap permission to add him to the team.
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An MP, Patrick Spencer, has pleaded not guilty to two charges of sexual assault. The alleged incidents took place in August 2023 at the Groucho Club in London, before Mr. Spencer was elected. He will appear at Southwark Crown Court on July 14 for further proceedings.
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Patrick Spencer is accused of sexual assault on two women at the Groucho Club in London.
The alleged incidents occurred on the same day in August 2023.
Spencer was elected as a Conservative MP in 2024 but now sits as an independent MP.
The Conservative Party removed the party whip from him following the allegations.
A court hearing took place at Westminster Magistrates' Court where Spencer confirmed his name and date of birth.
Mr. Spencer is on unconditional bail and will next appear in court on July 14.
The Crown Prosecution Service charged him with two counts of sexual assault after reviewing evidence.
The Groucho Club in Soho is known for being a popular spot for celebrities and media figures.
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Two people died in a skydiving accident at Dunkeswell Aerodrome in Devon. Belinda Taylor, 48, and Adam Harrison, 30, were identified as the victims. The police and other authorities are investigating the incident.
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Belinda Taylor was from Totnes, and Adam Harrison was from Bournemouth.
The accident happened at Dunkeswell Aerodrome around 1:00 PM BST.
Devon and Cornwall Police said the skydivers died at the scene.
Police informed the families of the victims.
British Skydiving and other authorities are investigating the accident.
The Civil Aviation Authority knows about the incident but cannot provide details during the ongoing investigation.
Dunkeswell Aerodrome, a former RAF site, is in the Blackdown Hills area of Devon.
The aerodrome offers various activities, including skydiving and flight tours.
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An Iranian missile hit a building in Bat Yam, Israel, killing at least eight people and injuring many. Despite the damage, people in the area support Israel's military actions against Iran to stop its nuclear activities.
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A missile from Iran struck a 10-storey building in Bat Yam, near Tel Aviv.
At least eight people died in the strike, and many were trapped under debris.
The missile attack caused significant damage to nearby buildings.
Israel started attacks on Iran on Friday, targeting nuclear and military sites.
The attacks aim to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons.
Israeli political leaders, including opposition, support the military action against Iran.
Residents of Bat Yam, including those affected by the missile, express support for the attacks.
Israel has been involved in conflicts for the past 20 months, leading to public fatigue over ongoing wars.
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Intense fighting between Israel and Iran continues, with recent missile attacks from Iran on Israel resulting in increased casualties. BBC reports from the affected areas, but ongoing government restrictions limit their ability to report directly from inside Iran.
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Fighting between Israel and Iran has been ongoing for four days, starting with Israeli strikes on Iran.
Iran launched missile attacks on Israel overnight, hitting targets despite the Iron Dome defense system.
At least 24 people in Israel have died since the conflict intensified.
An Iranian missile hit a residential building in Petah Tikva, killing at least three people.
Iran's health ministry states that Israeli attacks have killed at least 224 people in Iran.
BBC journalists face restrictions that prevent them from reporting inside Iran.
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Roald Dahl's original sketches for his memoir "Boy" will be sold in an auction in Edinburgh as part of a collection that includes other items from Jonathan Cape's archive. These sketches, found in an envelope marked by Ian Craig, are the only known book illustrations Dahl ever made. The collection is expected to sell for between £20,000 and £30,000 on June 18.
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Roald Dahl made sketches for his 1984 memoir "Boy," which are the only book illustrations he personally created.
The sketches were found in an envelope labeled "Dahl's drawings & odds and sods" by Ian Craig, the art director at Jonathan Cape.
The auction will take place in Edinburgh and the sketches are expected to sell for between £20,000 and £30,000.
Ian Craig used Dahl's sketches to create the final illustrations for the "Boy" book, and the archive includes these designs and original layouts.
Dahl's usual illustrator, Quentin Blake, was unavailable at the time, so Dahl drew pictures himself.
Ian Craig suggested the book title "Boy" and received a thank-you letter from Dahl for this contribution.
The sketches are part of a collection being sold by Lyon & Turnbull, an auction house.
Dahl was born in Llandaff, Cardiff, and spent his early childhood in Wales.
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In a recent trial in Norway, Gjert Ingebrigtsen, the father and former coach of Olympic athlete Jakob Ingebrigtsen, was found guilty of hitting his daughter Ingrid during an argument in 2022 but was cleared of abusing his son Jakob. The court concluded there was not enough evidence to support Jakob's claims of a violent and intimidating childhood.
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Gjert Ingebrigtsen was found guilty of hitting his daughter Ingrid with a towel in 2022.
He received a suspended 15-day jail sentence and a fine of 10,000 Norwegian Kroner.
Gjert was cleared of abuse charges made by his son, Jakob Ingebrigtsen.
The court ruled there was insufficient evidence to support Jakob's claims of abuse.
Jakob Ingebrigtsen is a two-time Olympic champion and world-ranked athlete.
Gjert acted as a coach to Jakob and his brothers but stopped in 2022.
Jakob and his brothers accused their father of aggressive and controlling behavior before the court case.
Gjert's lawyer stated the trial imposed a significant emotional burden on all involved.
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Lewis Hamilton accidentally ran over a groundhog during the Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal, creating a hole in his car and affecting his race performance. Despite finishing sixth, Hamilton was more upset about the groundhog's death than the damage to his car.
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Lewis Hamilton hit a groundhog during the 13th lap of the Canadian Grand Prix.
The incident left a hole in the floor of Hamilton's SF-25 car.
The damage slowed him down by about half a second per lap.
Hamilton finished the race in sixth place.
Hamilton is a seven-time world champion and is known for his love of animals.
The Canadian Grand Prix takes place on a track in Montreal, where groundhogs are common.
Mercedes driver George Russell won the race, securing his first win of the season.
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The excavation of a mass burial site linked to a former mother-and-baby institution in Tuam, County Galway, Ireland, is set to begin. This effort aims to recover and respectfully rebury the remains of babies and children found in underground chambers at the site, which closed in 1961.
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A mass burial site is to be excavated in Tuam, Ireland, related to a historic mother-and-baby institution.
The site closed in 1961 and was run by the Bon Secours Sisters, a Catholic nuns' group.
In 2016, investigators found a significant number of human remains of children in a former sewage tank at the site.
The Office of the Director of Authorised Intervention (ODAIT) will oversee the excavation process.
Family members and survivors will be allowed to view the site within the coming weeks.
The excavation will include security measures like 24-hour monitoring and site fencing.
The process is expected to take 24 months and aims to respect and memorialize the remains.
The site gained attention after it was discovered that there were no burial records for 796 children who had death certificates.
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A BBC Panorama investigation highlights safety concerns in the funfair and amusement park industry in England, Scotland, and Wales. Thousands of incidents, including serious accidents like Jade Harrison's at Hull Fair in 2019, have been reported over the last decade, leading to questions about ride inspections and safety regulations.
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There were 3,188 reported injuries at funfairs and amusement parks in England, Scotland, and Wales from April 2014 to March 2024.
In 2023/24 alone, 350 injuries were recorded.
Jade Harrison was seriously injured in 2019 after being thrown from the Airmaxx 360 ride.
She suffered extensive injuries, including a broken jaw and severe bruising.
Jade received compensation from the ride's operators, who admitted responsibility for the accident.
A previous fatality involving the same ride occurred in Australia in 2014.
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) found the ride's safety locks inadequate in both incidents.
The company responsible for inspecting the Airmaxx 360, DMG Technical, has been linked to other accidents.
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Angel Gomes, a soccer player, started his career at Manchester United but moved to French club Lille in 2020. After making a few appearances in England, he is now set to join Marseille. In an interview, Gomes talked about his upbringing at Manchester United and the impact of the club's culture and policies on young players.
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Angel Gomes joined Manchester United's youth academy at age six.
He became the youngest player since 1953 to play for Manchester United when he debuted at 16 years old.
Gomes played only five times in the Premier League before leaving the club.
He transferred to French team Lille in 2020 and recently agreed to join Marseille.
Manchester United's academy had a 'black boot policy' that banned colorful boots to emphasize uniformity.
Gomes grew up around accomplished players, with his father and godfather Nani both having strong football backgrounds.
He trained with well-known players like Wayne Rooney and Michael Carrick as a teenager.
Gomes has expressed frustration at claims that his England appearances are due to family connections.
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Hospices are central in the discussion about a bill that would allow terminally ill adults to end their lives in England and Wales. Staff at Rowcroft Hospice express mixed feelings about the bill and are concerned about funding, as they largely depend on charity donations and are not fully government-funded.
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The assisted dying bill would let terminally ill adults with six months or less to live choose to end their lives legally.
The bill is currently being debated, with a key Commons vote expected soon.
Rowcroft Hospice in Devon provides care for 2,500 patients each year, mostly in their homes.
Hospices like Rowcroft are mainly funded through charity, including fundraising events and donations.
There are concerns about the financial pressure on hospices, especially with recent increases in national insurance contributions.
Rowcroft’s chief executive suggests the government should better fund palliative and end-of-life care.
The Department of Health has provided £100 million extra for adult hospices in England for improvements this year.
The UK death rate is projected to rise significantly by 2040.
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A council in East Suffolk has decided to ban motorhomes from parking on Undercliff Road East in Felixstowe starting from July 7, due to concerns they take up space for long times on the beachfront. Some residents are happy with the decision, while others, including motorhome owners, feel it is unfair and discriminatory. The council plans to provide alternative parking and create car-only parking areas to improve access for visitors and residents.
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East Suffolk Council will ban motorhomes from parking on a specific road in Felixstowe.
The ban is due to concerns that motorhomes take up space for extended periods, limiting beach access.
The new rule starts on July 7 and will create parking areas specifically for cars only.
Some residents support the ban, while motorhome owners feel it is unfair.
Motorhome owners highlighted their contribution to the local economy by using shops and pubs.
There is concern about motorhomes not integrating well with the local community.
The council will offer alternative parking options for motorhome owners.
The new parking plan includes options for disabled badge holders to ensure accessibility.
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Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced an inquiry into grooming gangs, reversing his earlier position, and is facing calls to apologize for the delay. Several papers report on the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, highlighting international efforts to promote a ceasefire, and mentioning potential involvement of the US and UK.
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Sir Keir Starmer has announced a national inquiry into grooming gangs after previously not supporting it.
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has called for Starmer to apologize for the delay in starting the inquiry.
The ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran is a key focus of current news, with world leaders seeking to ease tensions at a G7 summit.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu warned Iran of severe consequences for their actions.
The UK's RAF is ready to support Israel if needed, amid concerns of being pulled into a Middle East conflict.
The US, under President Trump, has threatened significant military action if drawn into the Israel-Iran conflict.
The BBC faces internal tension, with allegations of bullying involving its Breakfast show presenters.
The UK is experiencing a heatwave, with temperatures expected to reach up to 33°C.
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