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King issues ‘rallying call’ to nations in his first Commonwealth Day address

King issues ‘rallying call’ to nations in his first Commonwealth Day address

King issues ‘rallying call’ to nations in his first Commonwealth Day address

13 March 2023

Charles also paid tribute to his ‘beloved mother’, describing how Commonwealth Day was a moment of pride for the late Queen Elizabeth.


One missing and three in hospital after suspected gas explosion in Swansea

One missing and three in hospital after suspected gas explosion in Swansea

One missing and three in hospital after suspected gas explosion in Swansea

13 March 2023

Images from the scene appear to show one house has collapsed and another is badly damaged.


Scientists identify more than 500 genes linked to lung function

Scientists identify more than 500 genes linked to lung function

Scientists identify more than 500 genes linked to lung function

13 March 2023

The findings pave the way for potential new treatments to tackle conditions such as asthma.


New first minister can ‘reset dial’ on inter-government relations – think tank

New first minister can ‘reset dial’ on inter-government relations – think tank

New first minister can ‘reset dial’ on inter-government relations – think tank

13 March 2023

Our Scottish Future said there should be more co-operation between ministers in Edinburgh and London on the drive towards net zero.


Luton Council defends cost of new shuttle service to airport

Luton Council defends cost of new shuttle service to airport

Luton Council defends cost of new shuttle service to airport

13 March 2023

One-way Dart fares for the 1.3-mile trip between the airport and the nearest mainline railway station will cost £4.90.


Sunak promises ‘swift and robust action’ to counter Chinese threat

Sunak promises ‘swift and robust action’ to counter Chinese threat

Sunak promises ‘swift and robust action’ to counter Chinese threat

13 March 2023

New foreign and defence policy blueprint says Beijing represents an ‘epoch-defining and systemic challenge’ to UK.


Handler who broke foot and police dog receive Crufts award as team of the year

Handler who broke foot and police dog receive Crufts award as team of the year

Handler who broke foot and police dog receive Crufts award as team of the year

13 March 2023

Pc Carly Fulton, and her dog Ben, continued the search for a missing woman despite the officer breaking her heel bone.


Fungi-tree planting could feed millions while capturing tonnes of carbon – study

Fungi-tree planting could feed millions while capturing tonnes of carbon – study

Fungi-tree planting could feed millions while capturing tonnes of carbon – study

13 March 2023

New research found fungi growing alongside trees could produce a nutritious food source for nearly 19 million people per year.


Kate Forbes: Greens must respect outcome of SNP leadership battle

Kate Forbes: Greens must respect outcome of SNP leadership battle

Kate Forbes: Greens must respect outcome of SNP leadership battle

13 March 2023

Ms Forbes and rival Ash Regan have warned changes could be needed to the deal between the Greens and the SNP.


Woman denies lying to police about man accused of Olivia’s murder, court told

Woman denies lying to police about man accused of Olivia’s murder, court told

Woman denies lying to police about man accused of Olivia’s murder, court told

13 March 2023

Thomas Cashman is accused of fatally shooting nine-year-old Olivia Pratt-Korbel after chasing another man into her Liverpool home.


Pressure remains for BBC chairman as Lineker row deepens political faultlines

Pressure remains for BBC chairman as Lineker row deepens political faultlines

Pressure remains for BBC chairman as Lineker row deepens political faultlines

13 March 2023

The row over Gary Lineker’s comments come at a difficult time corporation, which is marking its centenary.


Union head welcomes ‘detailed negotiations’ over teachers’ pay after fresh talks

Union head welcomes ‘detailed negotiations’ over teachers’ pay after fresh talks

Union head welcomes ‘detailed negotiations’ over teachers’ pay after fresh talks

13 March 2023

The NASUWT and headteachers’ union NAHT held separate talks with the Education Secretary on Monday with the ASCL to do the same on Tuesday.


New rules makes microchipping for cats in England compulsory

New rules makes microchipping for cats in England compulsory

New rules makes microchipping for cats in England compulsory

13 March 2023

Owners will have until June 2024 to microchip their cat in a move aimed at helping to reunite them with a lost or stray pet.


Pc accused of using ‘excessive’ force on ex-player was ‘brave’, panel told

Pc accused of using ‘excessive’ force on ex-player was ‘brave’, panel told

Pc accused of using ‘excessive’ force on ex-player was ‘brave’, panel told

13 March 2023

Pc Ellie Bettley-Smith is facing disciplinary action over her behaviour during a fatal incident involving Dalian Atkinson.


Tories ask permission to include Forbes attack in party political broadcast

Tories ask permission to include Forbes attack in party political broadcast

Tories ask permission to include Forbes attack in party political broadcast

13 March 2023

The Scottish Tories want to make use of the Finance Secretary’s scathing attack on her SNP leadership rival, Humza Yousaf.


Three men tried to take their own lives after false rape claims caused ‘outcry’

Three men tried to take their own lives after false rape claims caused ‘outcry’

Three men tried to take their own lives after false rape claims caused ‘outcry’

13 March 2023

Eleanor Williams accused a number of men of rape and posted an account on Facebook alleging she had been the victim of an Asian grooming gang.


Father of An Irish Goodbye star hails son’s Oscar-winning performance

Father of An Irish Goodbye star hails son’s Oscar-winning performance

Father of An Irish Goodbye star hails son’s Oscar-winning performance

13 March 2023

Ivan Martin has spoken of his pride in his son James, who has Down’s Syndrome, saying he ‘made the film’.


Primary school teacher stabbed cheating partner during Covid absence, court told

Primary school teacher stabbed cheating partner during Covid absence, court told

Primary school teacher stabbed cheating partner during Covid absence, court told

13 March 2023

Fiona Beal, 49, was arrested after police found Nicholas Billingham’s body in their back garden, Northampton Crown Court heard.


Parts of Ireland bracing for fresh spell of snow and ice

Parts of Ireland bracing for fresh spell of snow and ice

Parts of Ireland bracing for fresh spell of snow and ice

13 March 2023

The Irish weather agency said wintry showers will lead to icy conditions in 13 counties.


Scientists discover a new way to help prevent breast cancer ‘time bomb’

Scientists discover a new way to help prevent breast cancer ‘time bomb’

Scientists discover a new way to help prevent breast cancer ‘time bomb’

13 March 2023

Patients with the most common type of breast cancer have a continued risk of their cancer recurring in another part of their body for many years.


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