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Cliff Notes A Mexican navy training ship, the Cuauhtémoc, collided with the Brooklyn Bridge during a promotional tour in New York City, resulting in injuries to at least three people. The ship sustained damage from the incident, which has halted its voyage, while authorities are currently assessing the situation and providing assistance. Eyewitness footage showed the vessel’s mast scraping the bridge, prompting New York Mayor Eric Adams to announce efforts to support those affected. Mexican…

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Cliff Notes Four Iranian men arrested under the Terrorism Act on suspicion of planning a terror attack have been released from custody after police obtained warrants for further detention. A fifth man, previously released on bail, remains under investigation while police continue searches across multiple locations in the UK. The Met’s Counter Terrorism Command insists the investigation is ongoing and urges public vigilance in reporting suspicious activities. Four Iranian men arrested on suspicion of preparing…

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Cliff Notes A 26-year-old man was arrested at Luton Airport on suspicion of conspiracy to commit arson linked to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. The arrest follows charges against a 21-year-old Ukrainian man, Roman Lavrynovych, for three counts of arson with intent to endanger life. Investigations by the Metropolitan Police’s Counter Terrorism Command revealed connections to Sir Keir Starmer’s properties, where recent fires occurred without injuries. Man arrested at Luton Airport in connection with fires…

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Fire, reform, and falling inflation — Britain’s week in focus As we head into a warm and lively May weekend, this past week has seen Britain balancing tragedy, policy shifts, and cautious economic optimism. There’s also been a legal case that the UK Government are having to defend over the illegal arms sales to Israel. From a devastating fire at a former RAF base to landmark debates on assisted dying, the news has stirred both…

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Cliff Notes Tributes were paid to two firefighters, Jennie Logan and Martyn Sadler, along with business owner David Chester, who all lost their lives in a significant fire at Bicester Motion on Thursday evening. A golden plaque and flowers were left at the scene, with the community expressing deep sorrow and respect for the victims, including personal messages and a T-shirt from the London Fire Brigade. Two other firefighters suffered serious injuries and remain in…

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Cliff Notes A manhunt is underway following a stabbing incident involving five people at an event in Thamesmead, southeast London. The victims were transported to hospital with stab wounds; their conditions are currently being assessed. Police have made no arrests and are urging anyone with information to come forward as investigations continue. Manhunt after five people stabbed at event in southeast London | UK News . A manhunt has been launched after five people were…

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Cliff Notes Former FBI Director James Comey faces scrutiny after posting a photo on social media interpreted by some as a call for violence against President Trump, featuring the numbers "86 47." Comey removed the post, claiming he did not intend it to communicate violence, while Trump and his supporters assert it was a clear message suggesting assassination. The Secret Service has interviewed Comey as part of an ongoing investigation, with White House officials expressing…

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Cliff Notes Three Iranian men have been charged in the UK for allegedly aiding a foreign intelligence service, specifically Iran, over a period from August 2024 to February 2025. Mostafa Sepahvand faces additional charges for conducting surveillance and reconnaissance with intent to commit serious violence in the UK, while his accomplices are charged for supporting such conduct. The charges follow a two-week investigation by counter-terrorism police, with warnings about increased Iranian state aggression in the…

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Cliff Notes Dawn Richard, former member of Danity Kane and Dirty Money, is testifying against Sean Combs, alleging assault and threats against her and Cassie. Richard recounted witnessing Combs attacking Cassie, including instances of physical violence, such as hitting her with a skillet and dragging her upstairs. Despite the alarming incidents, Richard felt too frightened to intervene or notify authorities at the time. Diddy trial – as it happened: Combs ‘acted strangely’ at dinner before…

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Cliff Notes Eight prisoners, including accused murderers, escaped from a New Orleans jail, exploiting a hole behind a toilet and scaling a wall while a guard was away. Surveillance footage revealed the escapees using blankets to cross a barbed wire fence; they went unnoticed for over seven hours before being discovered. Orleans Parish Sheriff indicated possible inside assistance and cited "defective locks" as a contributing factor to the escape. Eight men on the run after…

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Cliff Notes Cassie Ventura, during her testimony, recounted a 2016 incident involving Sean "Diddy" Combs, where he allegedly beat her outside a hotel lift; footage of the event has been shown in court as evidence. Combs faces multiple charges including racketeering, sex trafficking, and transportation for prostitution, which he denies; Ventura is the star witness for the prosecution. Testimonies revealed long-term allegations of abuse, including physical and psychological harm, with Cassie also confirming a $10…

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Cliff Notes Plans are reportedly in the works for the permanent relocation of up to a million Palestinians from Gaza to Libya, driven by the Trump administration, in exchange for releasing frozen Libyan funds. This initiative follows an increase in Israeli airstrikes on Gaza, resulting in hundreds of casualties, with local health authorities reporting over 250 deaths in recent days. International reactions to the relocation plans have been largely negative, especially from Arab states, while…

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Cliff Notes A police watchdog is investigating a mother’s complaint that she was unlawfully strip-searched by Greater Manchester Police after being arrested in October 2022. Dannika Stewart alleges the search was punitive in nature, following her complaints about police handling of a crime she reported. Despite a report indicating police misconduct, no officers have faced disciplinary action, with Stewart criticising the police for lack of accountability. Police watchdog to investigate mother’s claim she was unlawfully…

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Cliff Notes Kerri Pegg, a former prison governor, has been sentenced to nine years for engaging in a relationship with Anthony Saunderson, a drug gang boss serving a lengthy prison term. Pegg, who granted Saunderson unauthorised temporary release, was found with a luxury vehicle linked to drug money and accumulated items indicating a lifestyle beyond her means. The case highlights serious misconduct within the prison service, raising concerns about public trust and accountability among prison…

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