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A manhunt is underway following a fatal stabbing at Primrose Hill yesterday evening, where a 21-year-old man died, and another in his 20s was injured.
An increased police presence remains in the area as investigations continue.

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A human skull has been found hanging from a tree in Brooke Wood, east London, with 80% of the rest of the bones located nearby. Emergency services were called following the discovery by an Enfield Council worker this morning.

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A teenager in Penge threatened a fast food worker with an imitation firearm over a sauce mix-up this morning.
Marwan Khadir, 18, has been jailed for three years following the incident on Christmas Eve.

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This morning, police cadets conducted tests in Bethnal Green shops to assess compliance with sales regulations on knives to minors, revealing alarming results regarding accessibility and enforcement in the ongoing fight against knife crime.

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An Epstein survivor plans to hold a mock tea party outside the White House this morning during King Charles’s state visit, urging the Monarch to support funding for therapy for victims of sexual abuse.

Pepsi withdraws sponsorship of Wireless Festival following criticism over Kanye West’s booking amid his antisemitic remarks.

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This morning, supermarkets have confirmed their Easter opening hours. All large stores in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland will close on Easter Sunday, with many operating reduced hours on Easter Monday.

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This morning, Storm Dave has arrived in the UK, producing winds of up to 70mph, causing flight cancellations and road closures. Expect challenging driving conditions across northern and western regions, with further updates from the Met Office advised.

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This morning, petrol prices surge at some London forecourts, reaching 299.9p per litre amid ongoing conflict in the region. Drivers are urged to compare prices as demand rises before the Easter weekend.

Despite strikes and rising flight costs linked to the Iran conflict, European travel is expected to surge this Easter. EasyJet anticipates nearly 30,000 flights, marking its busiest season. However, UK and Dutch airports hold the highest parking fees, with London Stansted charging around €66 for 24 hours.