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Bird egg collecting ‘addict’, 71, is spared jail over his illegal collection

Bird egg collecting ‘addict’, 71, is spared jail over his illegal collection

Daniel Lingham, 71, had served two prison sentences for his illegal egg collecting before he was caught on a wildlife trap camera last year.

Harris says politician homes should be out of bounds after protest at his house

Harris says politician homes should be out of bounds after protest at his house

The Taoiseach said it was bedtime for his two young children when the incident happened on Thursday evening.

‘Eunuch maker’ ringleader wanted to be ‘architect of his own body’, court told

‘Eunuch maker’ ringleader wanted to be ‘architect of his own body’, court told

Norwegian national Marius Gustavson required hospital treatment after having his penis and leg removed.

Labour source concedes Tees Valley mayoral vote to Tory incumbent Ben Houchen

Labour source concedes Tees Valley mayoral vote to Tory incumbent Ben Houchen

The source said Lord Houchen had won with a significantly reduced majority compared with 2021.

Man injured in sword attack thanks emergency services for saving his life

Man injured in sword attack thanks emergency services for saving his life

Henry De Los Rios Polania was stabbed at his home in east London on Tuesday morning.

‘Missing’ notes from key 2020 Stormont executive meeting handed to Covid inquiry

‘Missing’ notes from key 2020 Stormont executive meeting handed to Covid inquiry

The UK Covid-19 Inquiry had previously been told that handwritten notes of the meeting on July 2 2020 had not been located.

Mohamed Al Fayed’s daughter pleads not guilty to robbery charge

Mohamed Al Fayed’s daughter pleads not guilty to robbery charge

Camilla Fayed is alleged to have robbed her brother, Omar Fayed, of his £1,900 iPhone at the family’s Surrey home in May 2020.

TGI Fridays operator Hostmore narrows losses after cost-cutting

TGI Fridays operator Hostmore narrows losses after cost-cutting

Hostmore said on Friday that 2023 was a “transitional year” as it sought to put its finances back on a strong footing.

UK services sector grows at fastest pace for nearly a year after spending boost

UK services sector grows at fastest pace for nearly a year after spending boost

The S&P Global UK services PMI survey scored 55.0 in April, up from 53.1 in March and the highest level since May last year.

Government acted unlawfully in approving climate plan, High Court rules

Government acted unlawfully in approving climate plan, High Court rules

The government has said it will redraft its Carbon Budget Delivery Plan within 12 months following the court’s decision.

Barry Manilow makes a ‘back up plan’ as problems continue at Co-op Live

Barry Manilow makes a ‘back up plan’ as problems continue at Co-op Live

Barry Manilow has booked the AO Arena for his May 19 show as an alternative venue if the Co-op Arena is not ready.

Tory chairman urges MPs to ‘wait through weekend’ amid local election drubbing

Tory chairman urges MPs to ‘wait through weekend’ amid local election drubbing

Richard Holden admitted it had been a disappointing night for his party, but insisted the widespread losses are ‘typical for a Government in midterm’.

SNP wants to avoid ‘bruising’ leadership contest and Swinney trusted – McAllan

SNP wants to avoid ‘bruising’ leadership contest and Swinney trusted – McAllan

The Scottish Net Zero Secretary said John Swinney as first minister will unite the party.

Asda refinances £3.2bn of debt with higher interest rates

Asda refinances £3.2bn of debt with higher interest rates

It completed refinancing deals on around £3.2 billion worth of debt and pushed back the maturities on these past 2030.

Labour loses control of Oldham amid Gaza backlash

Labour loses control of Oldham amid Gaza backlash

Independent candidates campaigning on Gaza have picked up seats at the local elections.

Further arrest made over murder of teenager in broad daylight

Further arrest made over murder of teenager in broad daylight

A 22-year-old was arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder and bailed while investigations continue.

‘The absence still aches’ – Kate and Gerry McCann issue anniversary message

‘The absence still aches’ – Kate and Gerry McCann issue anniversary message

The couple thanked well-wishers for their support, and for remembering Madeleine and all missing children.

Toby Stephens joins Spanish wedding special of The Split as cast returns

Toby Stephens joins Spanish wedding special of The Split as cast returns

The special is set to air later this year.

Trainline passes £5 billion ticket sales amid UK rail travel recovery

Trainline passes £5 billion ticket sales amid UK rail travel recovery

The rail tickets seller also doubled profits amid an easing in the impact of rail strikes in the UK and strong growth in Europe.

First quarter revenues rise at hotels giant IHG

First quarter revenues rise at hotels giant IHG

It came as the company, which also runs Crowne Plaza hotels, continued to expand by opening more than 6,200 rooms across 46 hotels.

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