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Travel disruptions are expected across London over the late May bank holiday weekend due to multiple closures on London Underground and Overground lines, alongside a two-day rail strike affecting West Midlands Railway and London Northwestern Railway services. Passengers are advised to plan journeys carefully and consider alternative transport options.

Morrisons is set to close around 100 of its convenience stores under the Morrisons Daily brand, impacting hundreds of jobs. The closures, attributed to consistent losses and heightened costs, follow the acquisition of former McColl’s outlets in 2022, with consultations for affected staff currently underway.

Detectives investigating Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor are examining allegations of sexual misconduct linked to Jeffrey Epstein. Previously arrested for sharing confidential information as a UK trade envoy, Andrew now faces scrutiny over a woman’s claim she was sent to his home in 2010 for sexual purposes.

Mikel Arteta congratulated Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola following Arsenal’s Premier League title win, secured after Manchester City’s draw with Bournemouth. Arteta thanked Iraola for his role in Arsenal’s success, reflecting on a dramatic season where Bournemouth’s earlier victory had threatened their title ambitions.

Bernardo Silva is focused on joining Atletico Madrid this summer after confirming plans to leave Manchester City when his contract expires. The midfielder has attracted interest from several clubs, but reports indicate Atletico’s offer is the most appealing. Silva will play his final game for City against Aston Villa on Sunday.

Oliver Glasner praised Eberechi Eze for choosing Arsenal over Tottenham, following Arsenal’s Premier League title victory. Eze secured the title in his first season after a £67.5 million transfer from Crystal Palace. Glasner conveyed his congratulations, highlighting the significance of Arsenal’s achievement.

Three teenagers received youth rehabilitation orders after being convicted of raping two girls in separate incidents near Fordingbridge, Hampshire. The court noted the boys’ diagnoses of ADHD and low IQs, opting against custodial sentences to support their reintegration into society. A restraining order was imposed against the defendants.

Bukayo Saka, William Saliba, and David Raya were absent from Arsenal’s first-team training as the club prepares for the Premier League title celebration. A club spokesperson confirmed their absence is part of individual training programmes, easing concerns ahead of the final match against Crystal Palace and the Champions League final.

King Charles experienced an unexpected moment during his visit to Newcastle, Northern Ireland, when a seagull’s droppings landed on his suit jacket. The King joked about the incident while greeting onlookers, sharing with them that it was fortunate it didn’t land on his head.

A Christian charity in Slough, the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Daniel Centre Church, has faced criticism for linking homosexuality to paedophilia and bestiality in recent sermons. The organisation, registered as a charity, is being scrutinised for promoting controversial views that some argue contradict its obligation to ensure public benefit.