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Woman accused of slashing sister’s throat felt ‘unappreciated’, court hears

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Boy donates lockdown locks to children's charity

Boy donates lockdown locks to children's charity4 days agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleLaura DevlinandAlice Cunningham,SuffolkStephen Huntley/BBCNoah had cultivated his long locks for the past six yearsA nine-year-old boy who had not had his hair cut since the pandemic has donated his long locks to a charity which makes wigs for children.Noah, of Stowmarket, Suffolk, was just three during the Covid-19 lockdown when he could not get a trim and instead left his hair to grow - and grow.W...

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How a Primark trainer ended gang's £1m Rightmove burglary spree

How Primark trainer ended gang's £1m burglary spree27 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleRowan Bridges,North WestandBecky Holmes,North WestCheshire PoliceSidorjan Lleshi, along with the rest of the gang, targeted the homes of wealthy peopleA criminal gang who stole more than £1m worth of valuables and irreplaceable heirlooms were brought down by a footprint found at a home they ransacked. Four of the men, who were linked to 59 burglaries across the midlands and north of England,...

Labour should encourage workers to work from home to save fuel amid looming shortages, says former BP boss, as average diesel and petrol prices stop climbing for first time in more than 40 days

Labour should encourage workers to work from home to save fuel amid looming shortages, says former BP boss, as average diesel and petrol prices stop climbing for first time in more than 40 daysBy DAVID CHURCHILL Published: 14:19, 14 April 2026 | Updated: 14:21, 14 April 2026 e-mail View comments

'Add contemporary touch to any room' with B&M £30 piece reduced in new £20 deal

'Add contemporary touch to any room' with B&M £30 piece reduced in new £20 dealB&M has launched a new deal on a 'stylish' coffee table that would make a great centrepiece for the living roomCommentsMoneyEthan Evans GAU Writer14:21, 14 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesShoppers may want to take a look at this bargain at B&M(Image: B&M)B&M has unveiled a new offer on a "stylish" and "contemporary" coffee table that would serve as an excellent "ce...

Sharjah moves to clamp down on unsafe warehouses with new high-level committee

Sharjah : Sharjah has launched a major initiative to address violations in commercial and industrial warehouses, following the formation of a new committee tasked with monitoring compliance and removing safety breaches across the sector.The committee held its first coordination meeting in line with directives from the Sharjah Executive Council, bringing together senior officials from key government entities to strengthen oversight, enhance coordination, and reinforce public safety standards.Get...

Woman asked to leave bar as wheelchair deemed 'safety risk'

'I was kicked out of bar because of my wheelchair'1 hour agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleEwan GawneandMat Trewern,North WestMaddie HainingMaddie Haining said she had "never had anything like this happen before"An 18-year-old woman who was escorted out of a nightclub after she was told her wheelchair was a safety risk has described the ordeal as "embarrassing and infuriating".Maddie Haining, from Oldham, went to Club Tropicana in Manchester's Gay Village o...

Zayed National Museum launches nationwide community programme

Dubai: Zayed National Museum is stepping outside its walls and into communities across the UAE with a new national outreach initiative launching this month.From Museum to Community: A Living Cultural Dialogue Across the Emirates is a series of public dialogue sessions, interactive workshops and cultural discussions that bring the museum's collections, research and narratives directly to audiences across the country. The programme explores themes of heritage, identity and lived experience, connec...

Discovery Bay developer eyes longer taxi trial amid safety fears

The developer of Hong Kong’s Discovery Bay is considering extending its trial period and limiting operating hours for cabbies to gain full access to the resort-style seaside community amid opposition from some residents. The Islands District Council’s Traffic and Transport Committee held a meeting on Tuesday to discuss the paper presented by Hong Kong Resort Company in the presence of more than 20 residents who held differing views on the plan. Before the meeting, supporters and opponents of the...

Imran’s sisters manage to reach Adiala jail but still denied meeting with ex-premier

ISLAMABAD: In a surprising turn of events, the sisters of incarcerated PTI founder Imran Khan on Tuesday managed to make their way to Adiala jail but were still denied a meeting with their brother. The sisters were not allowed to enter the jail by the authorities, following which they returned to the checkpost where they are typically stopped by police. Speaking to the media, Aleema Khan said, “Usually, police do not allow us to proceed onward and the jail administration informs the court that w...

Impulse brings Grand Sale Carnival to UW Mall, Dubai with up to 75% off

Dubai: Impulse has announced the launch of its Grand Sale Carnival at UW Mall, Al Mankhool, Dubai, running from April 11 to April 26, 2026. As a growing retail concept known for offering a wide mix of fashion, beauty, accessories, watches, and lifestyle products at highly competitive prices, Impulse continues to attract value-driven shoppers looking for variety and affordability under one roof.Widely recognised for its popular warehouse sales, Impulse has built a strong customer base across the...

Boy, 3, dies after wandering from home after midnight before being found in river

Boy, 3, dies after wandering from home after midnight before being found in riverThe 3-year-old toddler was found dead in a river just hours after he was last seen wandering around a school at midnight - residents had attempted to find the boy during impromptu searchesNewsAnders Anglesey News Reporter14:01, 14 Apr 2026View ImageThe boy died after being reported as missing (Image: New London Police Department)A 3-year-old boy tragically died after wandering from home in the middle of the night be...

'Nine-year vaping habit left me with black teeth and £17K out of pocket'

'Nine-year vaping habit left me with black teeth and £17K out of pocket'Stacey Gardiner says she has forked out roughly £17,200 on the habit after starting in December 2017CommentsNewsHoward Lloyd Regional content editor14:00, 14 Apr 2026Updated 14:10, 14 Apr 2026View 4 ImagesStacey Gardiner saysthe habit left her with black teeth(Image: SWNS)A woman claims a nine-year habit has left her with two "black" front teeth - after splashing out £17,200 on it. Stacey Gardiner, 41, ha...

Undercover women cops, Malaysia-linked preacher: TCS Nashik conversion racket widens

Undercover women cops Malaysialinked preacher TCS Nashik conversion racket widens

Wydad Members Launch Audit Request Following Ait Menna’s Remarks

Rabat – It looks like it won’t stay just in an interview. Some Wydad members have reportedly started procedures to obtain an audit that will show the club’s financial state objectively. According to covering reports, this move follows statements by club president, Hicham Ait Menna, who outlined some financial details of the football team, that, according to members, do not fully reflect the current situation and have caused confusion among supporters.  However, the reaction appeared a litt...

33,000 drivers have licences revoked or refused ahead of rule change

33,000 drivers have licences revoked or refused ahead of rule changeA new consultation could see stricter rules introducedCommentsNewsNeil Shaw Assistant Editor (Money and Lifestyle)13:49, 14 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesThere are strict standards all drivers need to meetNearly 33,000 motorists have had their driving licences revoked or applications refused due to failing to meet legal eyesight standards over the last four years. The figures come as the government enters the final weeks of a consultatio...

Bahamas police release Michigan man questioned after wife disappeared from their boat

Brian Hooker told police that Lynette Hooker fell overboard and that strong currents carried her awayPolice in the Bahamas have released without charges a Michigan man who said his wife disappeared after falling overboard from a small boat in waters off the Caribbean island country, authorities said Monday.Brian Hooker, of Onsted in southern Michigan, had been in police custody since 8 April – five days – after being questioned by authorities. Continue reading...

Blast at Vedanta power plant in Chhattisgarh; many feared dead, 30 workers injured

Blast at Vedanta power plant in Chhattisgarh many feared dead workers injured

Teen who killed boy, 17, in horror hit and run had never had a driving lesson

Teen who killed boy, 17, in horror hit and run had never had a driving lessonHarley Hough has been sentenced to six-and-a-half years detention in a young offenders' institution after killing Alex Woodward who was crossing the road on his way to a shop with two friendsNewsGeorgia Diebelius Content Editor13:42, 14 Apr 2026Updated 13:42, 14 Apr 2026View ImageHarley Hough has been sentenced to six-and-a-half years detention in a young offenders' institutionA teenager, who had never even ha...