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IrelandScotlandWalesCare worker who helped boss with child abuse jailed for 25 yearsMalcolm Phillips, 93, is given an absolute discharge, while Linda Brunning is jailed for 25 years.1 hr agoEnglandBoy died after strep A not diagnosed, inquest hearsA hospital diagnosed flu and and sent five-year-old Jax Jefferys home, a coroner hears.3 hrs agoHampshire & Isle of WightUber prepares to launch driverless taxis for the first time in the UKThe ride hailing app is working with tech firm Wayve to launch self-driving taxis in London.3 hrs agoLondonDelivery drivers honoured for rescuing familyThe two drivers were flagged down before spotting an overturned car sinking into a lake.6 hrs agoCoventry & WarwickshireAbuse survivor's fury at mum's early jail releaseCaroline Eshghi is campaigning to change sentencing guidelines in child abuse cases. 13 hrs agoEngland'It's hard watching my daughter on Love Island but I'm so proud' The mum of contestant Robyn Langton says she just wants her daughter to keep 'being herself'.13 hrs agoLiverpoolAll the key points from the Makerfield by-election debateCandidates debate immigration antisocial behaviour, local identity, the cost of living and Wigan delicacies.2 hrs agoManchesterBoy, 15, died from MDMA overdose - inquestThree teenagers were initially arrested for murder due to unexplained injuries to Darius Popan.Man denies causing nuisance by climbing Big BenDaniel Day denies intentionally or recklessly causing a public nuisance by climbing the Elizabeth Tower. Tubby Ted the blind hedgehog loses the grams His carer says Instagram followers have been comparing their own weight loss journeys to Ted's.Tesco removes hygiene rating - then it reappearsMouse droppings and other hygiene failures contribute to the two-star rating given to Clapham's Tesco Express.Pupils amazed by Tudor tunnels under their schoolNew Hall School is built on the grounds of one of King Henry VIII's palaces.Stories to make you smileRollercoaster twins eye another record runMark and Colin Brown completed their 20,000th ride at Blackpool Pleasure Beach.Ewe won't believe it: 8ft fleece sheared from sheepThe fleece came from a Lincoln Longwool sheep on a farm near Spilsby.Photographers share extraordinary wildlife snapsTawny owlets, an adder, a lizard and a damselfly feature in shots shared by photographers this week.Features & Analysis'How I helped my autistic son find his voice'A Grimsby dad tells how communication programme Makaton is helping his son to find his voice.'We feel marooned by roadworks around our market town'Businesses say their takings are down and have asked if roadworks can be staggered.What does it take to keep a 125-year-old pier going?A pier opened in 1901 celebrates a milestone as people look to protect it for future generations.Do Reform suspensions suggest political vetting system isn't working?Several newly elected councillors have been suspended over their historical social media posts.'Male football fans told me to get in the kitchen'Two women share their experiences of misogyny for simply watching the sport.SportStokes & Atkinson investigated over nightclub incidentThe England and Wales Cricket Board investigates an incident in a nightclub involving captain Ben Stokes and pace bowler Gus Atkinson following the first Test against New Zealand.Bellingham has fight to start for England - TuchelJude Bellingham has a fight on his hands to feature in England's starting line-up at the World Cup, says manager Thomas Tuchel.Lionesses need setbacks like Spain loss - WiegmanSarina Wiegman says her "hurt" England side need setbacks like their humbling defeat by Spain in order to improve.Surrey charge against Hampshire held up by weatherSurrey claim three wickets in the 24.4 overs possible on a rain-affected day two of their County Championship match against Hampshire at the Oval.Latest updates19 mins agoMan in court charged with rape of teen on beachMadalin IIinca, 34, who also faces two counts of sexual assault, is remanded in custody.19 mins ago26 mins agoStokes & Atkinson investigated over nightclub incidentThe England and Wales Cricket Board investigates an incident in a nightclub involving captain Ben Stokes and pace bowler Gus Atkinson following the first Test against New Zealand.26 mins ago34 mins agoHempleman-Adams crosses Atlantic in gas balloonBalloonist Alicia Hempleman-Adams becomes the first woman to make the crossing.34 mins ago41 mins agoPair used companies as front to import cocaineMuhammad Hussain and "right-hand man" Riaz Wadood used the firms as a front to import drugs.41 mins ago45 mins agoFestival tent 'like a scene from Final Destination'Organisers of the Weston-super-Mare event say they have received positive and constructive feedback.45 mins ago1 hr agoCare worker who helped boss with child abuse jailed for 25 yearsMalcolm Phillips, 93, is given an absolute discharge, while Linda Brunning is jailed for 25 years.1 hr ago2 hrs agoThames Path 30th anniversary relay starts at sourceOver the 24 days this month, ramblers campaigners and community groups will walk the 185 mile route.2 hrs ago3 hrs agoEight admit violent disorder after Henry Nowak protestDisorder erupted in Southampton on Tuesday near where 18-year-old Henry Nowak was fatally stabbed.3 hrs ago3 hrs agoLibraries given blood pressure monitors to loan outAs many as 50,000 people in the county are thought to have undiagnosed high blood pressure.3 hrs ago...
