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Johnsons of Old Hurst zoo near Huntingdon has reopened, including the crocodile enclosure where a three-year-old boy sustained serious injuries after being thrown into the pit. A suspect, described as “mentally disabled,” has been released on bail following police investigations into the incident.

The BT Tower in London is set for a significant transformation into a hotel, following MCR’s acquisition for £275 million. The redevelopment, which aims to restore public access after decades of closure, includes an observation deck and retail space. Construction is expected to begin in 2029, concluding in 2033.

Severe thunderstorms have disrupted operations at Heathrow and Gatwick airports, leading to delays for nearly 800 flights. Passengers are facing waits of up to 11 hours, with further delays expected as storms continue to affect air traffic across southern England, according to Eurocontrol.

A 14-year-old boy has been charged with the murder of 14-year-old Lilly in Blaina, Wales, after her body was discovered in Duffryn Park. The suspect, who cannot be named for legal reasons, has been remanded in custody and is set to appear in Newport Magistrates’ Court on Friday.

UK officials engaged in discussions with representatives from Intellexa, a spyware company linked to the targeting of journalists. The firm’s software, Predator, has been implicated in surveillance abuses worldwide. Subsequent court rulings in Greece found key executives guilty of breaching privacy laws.

Police in South Yorkshire have defended the use of Tasers on a group of teenage girls in Rawmarsh, stating it was ‘proportionate, necessary and justified’. Footage showed officers responding to a reported fight, leading to some girls being restrained as tensions escalated.

Racheal Rogers gained attention after removing towels from multiple sun loungers at the Mediterranean Palace hotel in Tenerife, aimed at curbing what she termed ‘pool hogging’. The clip, set to music, showed her actions and garnered a mix of reactions on social media.

In a special World Cup feature, “In The Mixer” will provide daily updates on England’s progress, key matches, and missed stories, available at 1pm each day. Subscribers can receive this information via email to stay informed throughout the tournament.

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Three men died following a fire in a pavilion on New Zealand Way, White City, late Saturday. The London Fire Brigade responded at 6.52pm, deploying 15 fire engines and around 100 firefighters. The cause of the fire is under investigation. Victims’ identities have not yet been released.