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Boy accused of ‘frenzied’ stabbing of Brianna Ghey blames co-accused for murder

Boy accused of ‘frenzied’ stabbing of Brianna Ghey blames co-accused for murder

The transgender teenager was stabbed 28 times with a hunting knife in an attack in a park near Warrington earlier this year.

Teacher killed by escaped cow that went into ‘fight mode’, court hears

Teacher killed by escaped cow that went into ‘fight mode’, court hears

Marian Clode, 61, died after being attacked by a cow near Belford, Northumberland, in April 2016.

More than £281m given to top universities by anonymous donors, probe shows

More than £281m given to top universities by anonymous donors, probe shows

Leaders in the higher education sector were concerned about proposals by MPs last year to improve transparency around overseas donations.

Carpet fitter ‘panicked’ and dumped ex-partner’s body near lay-by, trial told

Carpet fitter ‘panicked’ and dumped ex-partner’s body near lay-by, trial told

Darren Hall denies murdering Sarah Henshaw but admitted leaving her body at a lay-by near Chesterfield.

Motorcyclist appeared to ‘grab front brake’ before fatal collision, court told

Motorcyclist appeared to ‘grab front brake’ before fatal collision, court told

US servicewoman Mikayla Hayes denies causing the death by careless driving of Matthew Day, 33, in a collision in Norfolk.

Reading on digital devices does little to improve reading, study suggests

Reading on digital devices does little to improve reading, study suggests

Researchers suggest educators and parents should encourage students, especially younger ones, to read in print more often than on digital devices.

Surveyors’ sales expectations turn positive for next few months

Surveyors’ sales expectations turn positive for next few months

A balance of 6% of property professionals expect to see a rise in house sales rather than a fall in the next three months, Rics said.

Parts of UK set to enjoy unseasonable warm spell

Parts of UK set to enjoy unseasonable warm spell

There is a chance Scotland could experience its warmest December night on record, according to the Met Office.

Man sentenced for spraying paint on Ulez camera

Man sentenced for spraying paint on Ulez camera

Stephen Nunn, 60, pleaded guilty to criminal damage at Bromley Magistrates’ Court, the Crown Prosecution Service said.

Sir Keir Starmer mocks Tory infighting during Christmas-themed PMQs clash

Sir Keir Starmer mocks Tory infighting during Christmas-themed PMQs clash

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak accused the Labour leader of ‘shameless opportunism’ by helping to block housebuilding reforms.

Poundland hires almost 1,000 former Wilko workers

Poundland hires almost 1,000 former Wilko workers

Poundland said it has now converted 64 former Wilko shops and expects to open remaining shops in the acquired units next year.

What happens to the Rwanda Bill now and what challenges remain for Rishi Sunak?

What happens to the Rwanda Bill now and what challenges remain for Rishi Sunak?

Conservative factions are considering their next moves after MPs backed the contentious Safety of Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration) Bill.

Former Siemens UK boss to lead Labour review into major rail project delivery

Former Siemens UK boss to lead Labour review into major rail project delivery

A panel of transport experts will recommend to the party how to improve the delivery of large infrastructure schemes.

PSNI response to data breach will not be fudged, Boutcher vows

PSNI response to data breach will not be fudged, Boutcher vows

PSNI Chief Constable Jon Boutcher was giving evidence to a Westminster committee.

‘Robust mechanisms’ will fight AI deepfakes before election, minister says

‘Robust mechanisms’ will fight AI deepfakes before election, minister says

Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has told MPs the Government is working with social media companies on efforts to fight AI disinformation.

Mark Drakeford: Welsh leader through Brexit, Covid and multiple prime ministers

Mark Drakeford: Welsh leader through Brexit, Covid and multiple prime ministers

The Welsh Labour leader has announced he is stepping down as First Minister of Wales after five years.

Farmer admits health and safety breach after teacher fatally attacked by cow

Farmer admits health and safety breach after teacher fatally attacked by cow

Marian Clode, 61, was on an Easter family holiday in Northumberland when a cow attacked her on a bridleway.

Sir Brian May praises 4-year-old cancer patient for Bohemian Rhapsody air guitar

Sir Brian May praises 4-year-old cancer patient for Bohemian Rhapsody air guitar

Billy Thompson was diagnosed with an inoperable terminal brain tumour in October this year.

Researchers discover ultra-hard material that could rival diamond

Researchers discover ultra-hard material that could rival diamond

An international team of scientists looked at carbon nitrides.

Drivers putting themselves in danger during motorway breakdowns – RAC

Drivers putting themselves in danger during motorway breakdowns – RAC

Nearly two-thirds (65%) of motorists said they would stand in front of or next to their car, an RAC poll indicated.

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