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Axel Rudakubana, serving a life sentence for multiple murders, appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court following an alleged attack on a prison officer at Belmarsh prison. He is charged with attempting to cause grievous bodily harm and possessing an offensive weapon, with his next court date set for October 19.

Earl Spencer made controversial claims during a BBC interview, alleging that King Charles exhibited giddiness following Princess Diana’s death. Body language expert Judi James noted Spencer’s use of a ‘precision pinch’ gesture, suggesting an intent to convey accuracy in his recollections, including his interactions with Charles.

In this debate we focus on the recent election results in Poland and Slovakia, and discuss what they mean for Europe. Liberals across the continent are cheering after Polish opposition parties won enough seats to form a majority, potentially ending eight years of rule by the conservative Law and Justice party. Meanwhile nationalists in Europe have applauded the return to power of Robert Fico in Slovakia. The populist prime minister has struck an agreement with two other parties; a coalition that could set a different tone in relations with Brussels, as well as on key issues such as Ukraine and migration.

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