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Schools in England could be forced to ban mobile phones

England Moves to Make Mobile Phone Bans in Schools a Legal Requirement

Schools across England may soon face a mandatory ban on mobile phones during the school day, as the government pushes to transform existing guidance into law. This shift aims to tackle longstanding concerns about smartphones distracting pupils and exacerbating issues such as bullying, ensuring a more focused and safer learning environment.

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Facial recognition being rolled out across UK

UK Government Expands Facial Recognition Technology After Legal Challenge Fails

The UK government has confirmed it will expand the use of live facial recognition technology (LFR) nationwide following a court ruling that dismissed a human rights challenge against its deployment. This decision marks a significant step forward for law enforcement agencies aiming to harness biometric surveillance to enhance public safety, despite ongoing concerns about privacy and potential discrimination.

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Man Admits Religiously Aggravated Rape After Courtroom Confrontation

A man accused of the religiously aggravated rape of a Sikh woman dramatically changed his plea following a tense courtroom incident, now facing the potential of a life sentence for his crimes. What Happened in Court John Ashby , 32, appeared at Birmingham Crown Court charged with rape, robbery, intentional strangulation, and religiously aggravated assault.

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UAE Exits OPEC After Nearly Six Decades: What This Means for Global Oil Markets

The **United Arab Emirates (UAE)** has officially announced its departure from the **Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC)**, ending nearly 60 years of membership in the influential oil cartel. This unexpected move marks a significant shift in the dynamics of global oil production and pricing, with far-reaching implications for both the energy sector and consumers worldwide.

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Man appears in court charged with murder of pensioner who died in street

Man Charged with Murder of 82-Year-Old Woman in Glasgow Street

A man has been formally charged with the murder of an elderly woman who tragically died after being found injured in a Glasgow street in the early hours of Saturday. Man appears in court charged with murder of pensioner who died in street What Happened: The Incident on Cardowan Road At approximately 4:20 a.m.

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'Profiting from crisis morally wrong,' says Miliband as BP announces huge rise in earnings

BP’s Profits Surge Amid Iran Conflict and Rising Oil Prices

BP , one of the world’s leading oil and gas companies, has reported an extraordinary leap in its first-quarter profits, fueled largely by soaring oil prices linked to the ongoing conflict in Iran. This dramatic financial upswing highlights the significant impact geopolitical tensions can have on global energy markets and corporate earnings.

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Police seize suspected £4m drugs haul at port

Police Uncover £4 Million Cannabis Shipment in Major Cross-Border Bust at Northern Ireland Port

In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, authorities have intercepted a suspected £4 million cannabis haul at Larne Harbour, Northern Ireland. The seizure marks the success of a coordinated cross-border operation between the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) and An Garda Síochána , Ireland’s national police force, targeting organized crime networks operating across the island.

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Solar power soars to new heights but fears over 'dangerously high' temperatures

Europe’s Soaring Solar Power Amid Record-Breaking Heatwaves and Wildfires

Europe experienced an unprecedented climate upheaval in 2025, with scorching heatwaves, widespread wildfires, and alarming temperature records sweeping across the continent. While solar power surged to new heights, providing a brighter energy future, the dangerously high temperatures pose significant threats to ecosystems, agriculture, and communities.

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Trials of Ajax armoured vehicle to restart

British Army’s Ajax Armoured Vehicle Trials Resume with Caution After Safety Concerns

The British Army is cautiously restarting trials of the controversial Ajax armoured vehicle following a pause last year triggered by serious health complaints from soldiers. The £6.3 billion Ajax programme, once hailed as the future of armoured warfare, faced a major setback when service personnel reported symptoms linked to excessive noise and vibration during a training exercise in November.

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