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Hammersmith Bridge, closed to motor vehicles since 2019 due to structural issues, may remain off-limits for an extended period. Barnes and Hammersmith Electric Light Transit proposes “lightweight autonomous electric pods” to enhance local transport, pending further development and safety assessments.
Sonia Exelby, a 32-year-old British woman, was reported missing after failing to return from a trip to Florida last October. Her body was discovered on October 17 in Marion County. Dwain Hall, 53, has been charged with first-degree murder and kidnapping, with a trial set for November.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham on Monday at the Portsmouth naval base to discuss joint drone production and urgent requests for ballistic missile interceptors amid escalating Russian attacks. Burnham reaffirmed the UK’s commitment to supporting Ukraine fully during the meeting.
Elizabeth Arden is famed for its classic Eight Hour Cream and in support of International Women’s Day, the brand has teamed up with The Prince’s Trust to ensure that every purchase donates to a charitable cause.
‘People assume things will naturally get better over time, but this isn’t the case. We’re seeing worrying regressions.’
A man and woman have been charged with murder after a two-week-old boy died in hospital.
The Metropolitan Police firearms officer accused of murdering Chris Kaba can now be named as Martyn Blake.
A once-in-a-250-year weather event is about to hit the UK, bringing with it bitter winter temperatures.
Friday’s front pages continue their coverage of the fallout from the Spring Budget, which Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced earlier in the week. Several papers highlight fears over how the tax cuts will be paid for with one publication suggesting it could blow a £40bn hole in finances. Another paper questions why neither of the main two parties are willing to explain spending cuts before the upcoming 2024 election.
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