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Suspect in Charlie Kirks killing had become more political authorities say

The man accused in the Charlie Kirk assassination had earlier expressed to family his opposition to the viewpoints of the conservative activist, authorities said.

EV chargers at supermarkets up by a third in 18 months

The number of electric vehicle (EV) chargepoints at UK supermarkets has increased by a third (34%) since the start of last year, according to new research.

Improving GP access top priority for the public poll

The Government’s flagship NHS policy is not a top priority for the general public, a new poll suggests.

One in five struggled to pay water bill in last year Citizens Advice

Almost one in five households struggled to pay their water bill in the last year, Citizens Advice has said.

Man arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and arson after fire at MPs office

A man has been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and arson after a major fire wrecked a Labour MP’s constituency office.

Chelsea face 74 charges for alleged breaches of FAs agent regulations

Chelsea have been hit with 74 charges related to alleged breaches of agent regulations by the Football Association.

Keir Starmer sacks Lord Mandelson as ambassador to US over Epstein friendship

Lord Peter Mandelson has been withdrawn as ambassador to the US after emails revealed the depth of his relationship with paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein.

Only half of people with cancer diagnosed within target time analysis finds

Only half of people with cancer are diagnosed on time following urgent NHS referral, and for some cancers this drops to less than a third, analysis shows.

Games such as Omaze and McDonalds Monopoly normalising gambling says charity

Prize draws such as Omaze and McDonald’s Monopoly are normalising gambling, particularly for children and young people, a charity has warned.

UK to mass produce drones to help Ukraine fight off Russian aerial attacks

The UK will mass produce cutting-edge interceptor drones to help Ukraine fight off Russian aerial attacks.

Trump ally Charlie Kirk dies after being shot at Utah university event

Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist and close ally of Donald Trump, has died after being shot at a college event, the president said.

Speculation grows over whether King and Harry will meet

Speculation is mounting about whether the King will be reunited with his son the Duke of Sussex during his brief return to the UK.

New City minister summons lenders to urge take up of looser mortgage rules

The newly-appointed City minister will summon the UK’s biggest banks and building societies to urge them to make use of looser lending rules to help first-time buyers get a home.

Thomas Tuchels England era comes alive with five star display in Serbia

England put themselves on the verge of World Cup qualification with a 5-0 win in Serbia.

Poland downs drones that violated airspace during Russian bombardment of Ukraine

The Polish military said it has downed drones that violated its airspace as Russia launched a wave of aerial attacks on Ukraine.

Only four of 92 clubs ready for footballs new regulator Fair Game Index finds

Just four clubs in the top four divisions are ready for the arrival of English football’s new independent regulator, according to a new study.

Harry makes personal donation of 11m to Children in Need

The Duke of Sussex has personally donated £1.1 million to BBC Children in Need to support young people affected by violence.

Up to 30 million car finance deals eligible for compensation says FCA boss

Up to 30 million car finance deals made between 2007 and 2020 could be eligible for compensation, the boss of the UK’s financial watchdog has said.

Candidates vye for MPs backing in Labour deputy leadership race

Candidates for Labour’s deputy leadership have begun vying for nominations from their colleagues, with four MPs now in the race to succeed Angela Rayner.

Pret to test meal deals as chain focuses on value to drive demand

Pret A Manger is set to take on UK supermarkets with plans to trial meal deals in a bid to help boost the chain’s lunchtime trade.