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Worcestershire News
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Investigation launched after two deaths in Redditch
Police are investigating the deaths of two people in Redditch.
UK News
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UK will 'not take back asylum seekers from Ireland until France takes back Channel migrants'
The UK will not to take back asylum seekers who cross the border into Ireland "until the EU accepts that we can send them back to France", according to a government source.
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More human remains found in two locations as part of Salford torso inquiry
More human remains have been found in two locations as part of an investigation that started when a man's torso was discovered in Salford.
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Small boat migrant arrivals by late April at highest level ever
The number of migrants that have crossed the Channel in small boats during the first four months of the year is at its highest ever level.
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British tourist attacked by shark off Caribbean beach 'now able to communicate'
A British tourist seriously injured in a shark attack off the coast of Trinidad and Tobago is "aware of what is happening and can communicate", according to his wife.
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Warmer weather is finally on its way, with parts of Britain set to bask in 20C heat
Highs of 20C are expected in parts of the UK this week, the Met Office has said, following a spell of cold, wet and windy weather.
National News
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UK will 'not take back asylum seekers from Ireland until France takes back Channel migrants'
The UK will not to take back asylum seekers who cross the border into Ireland "until the EU accepts that we can send them back to France", according to a government source.
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More human remains found in two locations as part of Salford torso inquiry
More human remains have been found in two locations as part of an investigation that started when a man's torso was discovered in Salford.
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The Tories are expecting a pounding at the local elections - but could Labour have the harder job?
Thursday's local elections have been pencilled in as a day of peril for Rishi Sunak for so long, it's hard to remember when Tory turbulence - and maybe even a leadership challenge - was not expected after 2 May.
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British tourist attacked by shark off Caribbean beach 'now able to communicate'
A British tourist seriously injured in a shark attack off the coast of Trinidad and Tobago is "aware of what is happening and can communicate", according to his wife.
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Sir Keir Starmer promises mental health reforms under a Labour government as he welcomes Tory defector
Sir Keir Starmer will vow to "inject resource and reform" into mental health services as he welcomes the latest addition to his party.
Sport
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Gary Neville: Arsenal are a far better side than last year and will win their remaining games, including trip to Man Utd
Arsenal are a "far better team" than last season, according to Gary Neville, and will win their remaining three Premier League games, including their trip to Old Trafford to face Manchester United.
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Mo Salah and Jurgen Klopp: Liverpool forward appears to clash with manager on touchline at West Ham
Mo Salah said "if I speak today there will be fire" after clashing with Jurgen Klopp on the touchline during Liverpool's 2-2 draw at West Ham.
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Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry win Zurich Classic of New Orleans after play-off drama with Chad Ramey and Martin Trainer
Irish pair Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry came through a play-off to win the Zurich Classic of New Orleans.
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Crystal Palace Women promoted to Women's Super League after clinching Women's Championship title
Crystal Palace Women have won the Women's Championship for the first time to earn promotion to the WSL for the 2024/25 season.
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Arne Slot to Liverpool is an example of Premier League clubs and supporters wanting their coaches 'untainted'
After spending 48 hours immersed in the world of Arne Slot, it is easy to convince oneself that Liverpool have identified football’s next super coach. A man operating at the tactical vanguard, an expert in man management, and a master of the media.
Showbiz News
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Harvey Weinstein taken to hospital after being moved to a New York jail
The lawyer for Harvey Weinstein says the former film producer has been taken to hospital after being moved to a New York jail.
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Rageh Omaar says he was 'determined to finish presenting programme' after becoming unwell live on air
ITV News broadcaster Rageh Omaar has said he was "determined to finish presenting the programme" after returning home following hospital treatment.
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Dr Tijion Esho: TV doctor struck off for exchanging Botox for sex at his clinic
A TV doctor who gave free Botox to a patient in return for sex at his clinic has been struck off.
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Om Fahad: Iraqi social media influencer shot dead by motorbike gunman
A well-known Iraqi social media influencer has been shot dead in her car by a gunman who was on a motorbike.
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Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney: Trains named in Wrexham owners' honour
Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney have had two new Welsh trains named after their home cities.
Technology
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ESL One Birmingham: Thousands of fans head to West Midlands to watch professional video gamers
The production is slick, the pundits are sharp and the players are gods.
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UK to develop hypersonic missiles to catch up with China and Russia by 2030 - report
Britain plans to equip its armed forces with a homegrown hypersonic cruise missile by the end of the decade, according to a report.
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Measles cases worldwide almost double in a year - as England faces measles 'emergency'
Measles cases nearly doubled globally between 2022 and 2023, researchers say.
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Fallout: The nuclear-powered gaming brand capturing new audiences
A new update has been released for the nine-year-old video game Fallout 4, the first of its kind for the hit title since 2017.
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Disgruntled school worker accused of using AI to create fake recording of principal on racist rant
A high school athletics director has been accused of using AI to create a fake recording of the principal going on a racist and antisemitic rant.
Strange News
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Tourist fined for getting too close to Walrus in Norway
A tourist has been fined NOK 12,500 Norwegian Kroner (£900) for approaching a walrus in the Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard.
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Boy, 13, finds 'holy grail' Lego octopus piece from sea spillage in 1997
A rare Lego piece that fell into the sea in 1997 has been found by a 13-year-old boy in Cornwall.
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Moulin Rouge: Windmill blades fall off overnight
The windmill blades of the Moulin Rouge, the most famous cabaret club in Paris, have fallen off.
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Dog rescued after getting trapped under home in Swansea
A dog has been rescued after getting trapped under a kitchen at a home in Swansea.
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Milan poised to ban ice cream, pizza and more after midnight after new proposed law
Milan is proposing a new law to ban ice cream after midnight in an effort to protect the "tranquillity" of residents.
Videos
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UK will 'not take back asylum seekers from Ireland until France takes back Channel migrants'
The UK will not to take back asylum seekers who cross the border into Ireland "until the EU accepts that we can send them back to France", according to a government source.
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The Tories are expecting a pounding at the local elections - but could Labour have the harder job?
Thursday's local elections have been pencilled in as a day of peril for Rishi Sunak for so long, it's hard to remember when Tory turbulence - and maybe even a leadership challenge - was not expected after 2 May.
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More human remains found in two locations as part of Salford torso inquiry
More human remains have been found in two locations as part of an investigation that started when a man's torso was discovered in Salford.
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Disgruntled school worker accused of using AI to create fake recording of principal on racist rant
A high school athletics director has been accused of using AI to create a fake recording of the principal going on a racist and antisemitic rant.
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Om Fahad: Iraqi social media influencer shot dead by motorbike gunman
A well-known Iraqi social media influencer has been shot dead in her car by a gunman who was on a motorbike.
Today's Weather
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HerefordLight rain
High: 13°C | Low: 9°C
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Ludlow
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AbergavennyHeavy Rain
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Monmouth
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