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John Healey resigns as Defence Secretary with 'great regret and reluctance'

Defence Secretary John Healey has resigned, he revealed on social media, through a letter to Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

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Morrisons launches AI-powered trolleys trial but shoppers have spotted a major flaw

The trolleys are already in use at major retailers in the US, including Kroger, Aldi, and Coles, but this is the first time the technology has been trialled in the UK.

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Grant will help London's homeless rebuild their lives in hospitality

A grant of £8,000 awarded by London Freemasons, has been given to Only A Pavement Away, a charity that works with people experiencing homelessness.

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How a £10,000 donation is helping keep a crucial London charity operational

A £10,000 donation has been awarded to London Search and Rescue (LonSAR) by London Freemasons, to go towards covering operational expenses.

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Eleven arrested during Epsom racing weekend

11 people have been arrested in Epsom during the town’s biggest weekend of the year. 

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Meningitis case confirmed at University of Surrey

A case of meningitis has been confirmed at the University of Surrey.

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Half of Gen Zs have started their own business

Half of Gen Zs have started their own business ranging from side hustles to fully-fledged companies - the most of any generation.

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Over a third of 35 to 54-year-olds feel overlooked by society

More than a third of the sandwich generation feel overlooked by society.

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Accidental organ removal and gloves left inside patients among NHS mistakes last year

New data from NHS England reveals there were 403 "never events" in the health service for the year from April 2025 to March this year.

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TV presenter says 'marriage' with BBC 'run out of love' amid exit

Gary Lineker says things were 'starting to run out of love' before he left the BBC after 26 years.

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Former West Ham chairman David Sullivan accused of sexual misconduct

Multiple women have alleged that former West Ham chairman David Sullivan committed sexually exploitative and predatory behaviour against them

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The Royal Mint's rarest 50p coins sell for almost £900 on eBay

The Royal Mint's Atlantic Salmon 50p coin became the rarest 50p in the UK when it was minted in 2023

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The rare 50p coin that sold for 645 times its shop value on eBay - check behind sofa

A rare 50p coin has sold for 645 times its shop value after a collector snapped it up for £322.88 on eBay.

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Couple mark golden wedding anniversary after 50 years of marriage

Colin and Linda Deadman from Kingston celebrated their golden wedding anniversary on June 5, having married in 1976 at St Peter’s Church, Kingston.

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Fans urged to stay hydrated, get sleep and limit alcohol intake during World Cup

Football fans are being urged to stay hydrated, not miss out on sleep and limit their alcohol intake.

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What time are England's World Cup group games? All fixtures and UK kick-off times

The FIFA World Cup 2026 will see England play three group stage games - here are the exact times you can watch all fixtures from the UK.

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What are the 6 host countries for the 2030 FIFA World Cup? Everything to know

See which countries will be hosting the 2030 FIFA World Cup.

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Where is the 2026 World Cup taking place and what are the dates - What to know

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is taking place soon. Find out which countries are hosting and the key dates.

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Weather to brighten up after heavy rain and strong winds batter the UK

The Met Office has forecast a warmer Sunday, June 7, after heavy rain and strong winds.

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Tributes paid as Doctor Who and The Bill star Patrick Godfrey dies aged 93

Patrick Godfrey, who played Leonardo Da Vinci in 1998 period drama Ever After: A Cinderella Story, has died aged 93.