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Police divers return to river where Nicola Bulley was found

Police divers return to river where Nicola Bulley was found

Police divers return to river where Nicola Bulley was found

11 April 2023

The mother-of-two was found in the River Wyre after a huge police search


Avian flu threatens survival of some bird species in Scotland, study suggests

Avian flu threatens survival of some bird species in Scotland, study suggests

Avian flu threatens survival of some bird species in Scotland, study suggests

11 April 2023

The NatureScot report analysed the effects of the unprecedented avian flu outbreak among wild birds since 2021.


Why are junior doctors striking and how will the NHS cope?

Why are junior doctors striking and how will the NHS cope?

Why are junior doctors striking and how will the NHS cope?

11 April 2023

The four-day walkout is said to be the most disruptive in the history of the health service.


Suspicious device discovered at cemetery following republican Easter event

Suspicious device discovered at cemetery following republican Easter event

Suspicious device discovered at cemetery following republican Easter event

11 April 2023

The City Cemetery in Londonderry is currently closed to visitors as a public safety operation is underway.


Major security operation in Belfast ahead of Biden visit

Major security operation in Belfast ahead of Biden visit

Major security operation in Belfast ahead of Biden visit

11 April 2023

Police and secret service vehicles descended on the city ahead of the US President ‘s arrival.


Holidaymakers warned over new travel scams exploiting passport delays

Holidaymakers warned over new travel scams exploiting passport delays

Holidaymakers warned over new travel scams exploiting passport delays

11 April 2023

Fraudsters are using increasingly sophisticated and convincing methods to dupe potential travellers, the Chartered Trading Standards Institute warned.


UK on track to be worst-performing G7 economy this year despite IMF upgrade

UK on track to be worst-performing G7 economy this year despite IMF upgrade

UK on track to be worst-performing G7 economy this year despite IMF upgrade

11 April 2023

The UK’s economy will shrink by 0.3% and grow by 1% next year, the IMF said on Tuesday.


Cancer patient supports striking doctors on picket line as check-up delayed

Cancer patient supports striking doctors on picket line as check-up delayed

Cancer patient supports striking doctors on picket line as check-up delayed

11 April 2023

NHS junior doctors across England have launched a four-day strike in a worsening dispute over pay.


Sunak condemns ‘abhorrent’ killing of British-Israeli sisters and mother

Sunak condemns ‘abhorrent’ killing of British-Israeli sisters and mother

Sunak condemns ‘abhorrent’ killing of British-Israeli sisters and mother

11 April 2023

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak urged both sides in the Israel-Palestinian dispute to de-escalate tensions following a wave of violence.


Plant pandemics threatening food of billions, scientists warn

Plant pandemics threatening food of billions, scientists warn

Plant pandemics threatening food of billions, scientists warn

11 April 2023

Researchers studying a fungus pandemic in wheat said ‘we have to assume’ more diseases will spread in future in a call to prepare for them.


Man denies sending offensive email to Labour deputy leader Angela Rayner

Man denies sending offensive email to Labour deputy leader Angela Rayner

Man denies sending offensive email to Labour deputy leader Angela Rayner

11 April 2023

David Perry, 66, of Weybridge, Surry, appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday.


Scientists design robot hand that can grasp objects based on wrist movement

Scientists design robot hand that can grasp objects based on wrist movement

Scientists design robot hand that can grasp objects based on wrist movement

11 April 2023

Experts from the University of Cambridge said the hand utilises ‘passive’ movement.


Police launch probe after CBI boss Tony Danker sacked over misconduct claims

Police launch probe after CBI boss Tony Danker sacked over misconduct claims

Police launch probe after CBI boss Tony Danker sacked over misconduct claims

11 April 2023

The former director-general claimed that allegations against him had been ‘distorted’.


Packed itinerary for four-day visit of Joe Biden to island of Ireland

Packed itinerary for four-day visit of Joe Biden to island of Ireland

Packed itinerary for four-day visit of Joe Biden to island of Ireland

11 April 2023

The US president will mark the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement as well as reconnecting with family members in Co Louth and Mayo.


Security operation mounted at cemetery following republican Easter event

Security operation mounted at cemetery following republican Easter event

Security operation mounted at cemetery following republican Easter event

11 April 2023

The City Cemetery in Londonderry was closed to visitors on Tuesday morning as officers examined the scene.


Junior doctors ‘using food banks and borrowing rent money’

Junior doctors ‘using food banks and borrowing rent money’

Junior doctors ‘using food banks and borrowing rent money’

11 April 2023

Around 50,000 junior doctors in England are taking part in industrial action in a bitter dispute over pay.


‘Uncooperative’ squirrel stuck in manhole cover freed by German firefighters

‘Uncooperative’ squirrel stuck in manhole cover freed by German firefighters

‘Uncooperative’ squirrel stuck in manhole cover freed by German firefighters

11 April 2023

It took several attempts for a crew of firefighters to free the squirrel, who appeared largely unharmed.


Liz Truss to criticise high taxes and warn of ‘threat’ of authoritarian regimes

Liz Truss to criticise high taxes and warn of ‘threat’ of authoritarian regimes

Liz Truss to criticise high taxes and warn of ‘threat’ of authoritarian regimes

11 April 2023

Britain’s shortest-serving prime minister will renew her advocacy for low taxes in the latest leg of her comeback to the political limelight.


Boy, 12, accused of murdering a grandmother yawns as trial date is fixed

Boy, 12, accused of murdering a grandmother yawns as trial date is fixed

Boy, 12, accused of murdering a grandmother yawns as trial date is fixed

11 April 2023

The youngster appeared at Sheffield Crown Court on Tuesday accused of murdering 60-year-old Marcia Grant by running her over with her own car.


Etihad ads banned over ‘misleading’ environmental claims

Etihad ads banned over ‘misleading’ environmental claims

Etihad ads banned over ‘misleading’ environmental claims

11 April 2023

The Advertising Standards Authority ruled the airline had made exaggerated comments about its efforts to achieve ‘sustainable aviation’.


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