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Two individuals died in a house fire on Cragside Avenue, North Shields, shortly after 3.30am on Wednesday. Emergency services, including Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue, responded swiftly, but despite efforts, a man in his 40s and a woman in her 70s could not be saved. Police are investigating the incident.

PC Daniel Rusling has been sentenced to eight weeks in custody, suspended for 12 months, after assaulting a 13-year-old boy seeking help outside Monkton Park police station in Wiltshire. The officer admitted to assault by beating, and his actions are under review in a gross misconduct hearing.

UK MORNING BRIEFING

This morning, patients across the UK are experiencing significant medication shortages, exacerbated by ongoing wars affecting global supply chains. Pharmacies are struggling to maintain stocks, leading to long queues and rationing among patients.

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