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Two boys, aged 10 and 12, were rescued after becoming trapped beneath Blackpool Pier as the tide rose. The youngsters clung to the structure for approximately 40 minutes. Despite their mother’s efforts to reach them, volunteer lifeboat crews arrived swiftly and transported the boys to paramedics onshore.

Ann Widdecombe’s family will hold a public memorial later this year following her murder on July 9. Prosecutors disclosed allegations against Joshua Kerry, 28, who is charged with killing the former MP by striking her 21 times with a hammer. He remains in custody until an Old Bailey appearance on October 9.

Stephen Ogilvie, identified as the victim of a stabbing in Belfast, is currently in hospital following severe injuries. A 30-year-old Sudanese asylum seeker has been charged with the attack and is due in court. Detectives reported no links to terrorism, with local residents recalling the incident.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed concern over Reform UK’s decision to remove Ukrainian flags from town halls in England. He urged the party to reconsider, noting that “small mistakes can break big friendships.” Zelensky made these comments after a meeting in London with UK and European leaders.

Kingston Council in south London has apologised for wording in an equalities report regarding e-bikes that residents deemed sexist. The report suggested e-bikes assist women in fulfilling traditional domestic roles. Following backlash, the council issued a revised report acknowledging the language was “outdated and inappropriate.”

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