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Counter-terrorism police take over Ann Widdecombe investigation
Yesterday
The former conservative minister was found dead at her home in Devon
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Police not looking for other suspects over Ann Widdecombe murder
Sunday
A 28-year-old man is being questioned over the politician's death
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Ann Widdecombe attacked 24 hours before found dead
Saturday
Police say investigation is moving at 'pace'
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Murder inquiry launched into the death of Ann Widdecombe
Friday
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murdering the former government minister
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Jersey assisted dying legislation is formally approved
Thursday
Jersey will be the first part of the British Isles where assisted dying is legalised
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President Trump declares the ceasefire with Iran over
Last Wednesday
The US President warns attacks on Iranian targets will continue tonight
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Nigel Farage says he's resigning as an MP to trigger a by-election in which he'll stand
Last Tuesday
He is facing scrutiny over money and benefits he received before he became an MP
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England cricket captain Ben Stokes announces shock retirement
Sun 28 Jun 2026
He made the announcement during the Third Test against New Zealand
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Aid arrives in Venezuela
Sat 27 Jun 2026
Cargo planes carrying aid for earthquake victims have begun to land in Caracas
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Venezuela searches for earthquake survivors
Fri 26 Jun 2026
Hundreds of people are confirmed to have died with tens of thousands still missing.
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Venezuelan earthquakes, heatwave sweeps Europe
Thu 25 Jun 2026
Two earthquakes in Venezuela have killed more than 160 people
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Growing expectations PM will resign
Sun 21 Jun 2026
An announcement could be made as early as tommorrow
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