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A significant fire erupted at Thurmaston Shopping Centre in Barkby Thorpe Lane, Leicestershire, early this morning, resulting in a complete roof collapse. Leicestershire Fire Service deployed eight fire engines and over 40 firefighters to the scene, advising local residents to keep windows and doors closed due to the smoke.

Andy Burnham has been elected as the new Member of Parliament for Makerfield, securing 24,937 votes, approximately 55% of the total. His main competitor, animal rights campaigner Robert Pownall, garnered only 18 votes while campaigning in a fox costume to raise awareness for wildlife issues.

The Princess of Wales interacted with a young girl at Royal Ascot, turning to acknowledge her call during the event in Berkshire. Dressed in a £1,095 yellow dress, Kate Middleton shared a moment of warmth, prompting cheers from the crowd as she reassured the shy child, ‘I can still see you.’

In a World Cup special, updates on England, key matches to watch, and notable stories will be delivered daily at 1pm, with concise coverage designed for quick consumption. This initiative aims to keep football fans well-informed during the tournament.

Sir Keir Starmer announced a plan to ban social media access for children under 16 in the UK, modelling it after Australia’s regulations. The policy, expected to take effect by 2027, aims to force age verification for users and restrict harmful content. Additional details will be provided in July.

Experts warn that the UK may face an unprecedented freezing winter in early 2027, driven by a powerful El Niño event. This phenomenon is expected to contribute to significantly wetter conditions and the potential for much colder and snowier weather, with implications for agriculture and the economy.

The Trooping the Colour ceremony took place in London, celebrating King Charles’ official birthday. With favourable weather, the royal family, including the Princess of Wales and her children, paraded at Horse Guards Parade. The event featured 1,400 soldiers and concluded with an RAF flypast.

The RAF Red Arrows are scheduled to perform a flypast over London today as part of King Charles III’s Trooping the Colour celebrations. The display will begin at 1pm, concluding a parade that starts at 10.30am, with the King and Royal Family set to watch from Buckingham Palace.

Tony Bartlett, 39, is on trial at Bristol Crown Court accused of murdering his four-week-old son, Atticus. Prosecutors allege that Bartlett violently shook Atticus after consuming nine pints, causing severe brain injuries. Atticus died on July 23, 2022, following the incident at their home in Chard, Somerset.

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