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John Healey resigns as Defence Secretary with 'great regret and reluctance'

Defence Secretary John Healey has resigned, he revealed on social media, through a letter to Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

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Morrisons launches AI-powered trolleys trial but shoppers have spotted a major flaw

The trolleys are already in use at major retailers in the US, including Kroger, Aldi, and Coles, but this is the first time the technology has been trialled in the UK.

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Grant will help London's homeless rebuild their lives in hospitality

A grant of £8,000 awarded by London Freemasons, has been given to Only A Pavement Away, a charity that works with people experiencing homelessness.

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How a £10,000 donation is helping keep a crucial London charity operational

A £10,000 donation has been awarded to London Search and Rescue (LonSAR) by London Freemasons, to go towards covering operational expenses.

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London first-time buyers urged to ditch 20% deposit myth

First-time buyers in London could be delaying their purchase unnecessarily due to the belief that a 20% deposit is required, potentially saving tens of thousands of pounds more than they need. 

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Half of Gen Zs have started their own business

Half of Gen Zs have started their own business ranging from side hustles to fully-fledged companies - the most of any generation.

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Over a third of 35 to 54-year-olds feel overlooked by society

More than a third of the sandwich generation feel overlooked by society.

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Accidental organ removal and gloves left inside patients among NHS mistakes last year

New data from NHS England reveals there were 403 "never events" in the health service for the year from April 2025 to March this year.

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TV presenter says 'marriage' with BBC 'run out of love' amid exit

Gary Lineker says things were 'starting to run out of love' before he left the BBC after 26 years.

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Former West Ham chairman David Sullivan accused of sexual misconduct

Multiple women have alleged that former West Ham chairman David Sullivan committed sexually exploitative and predatory behaviour against them

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The Royal Mint's rarest 50p coins sell for almost £900 on eBay

The Royal Mint's Atlantic Salmon 50p coin became the rarest 50p in the UK when it was minted in 2023

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The rare 50p coin that sold for 645 times its shop value on eBay - check behind sofa

A rare 50p coin has sold for 645 times its shop value after a collector snapped it up for £322.88 on eBay.

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Children's club celebrates milestone with special bee-themed event

Wimbledon Common Nature Club marked its 21st birthday during a special session on bees on June 7.

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Merton Schoolgirls reach area finals of major basketball competition

Girls from Harris Academy in Merton reached the Area Finals of the Jr NBA 3v3 basketball tournament.

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Weather to brighten up after heavy rain and strong winds batter the UK

The Met Office has forecast a warmer Sunday, June 7, after heavy rain and strong winds.

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Tributes paid as Doctor Who and The Bill star Patrick Godfrey dies aged 93

Patrick Godfrey, who played Leonardo Da Vinci in 1998 period drama Ever After: A Cinderella Story, has died aged 93.

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Zoe Ball reportedly lands new job at rival radio station after leaving the BBC

Former BBC Radio 2 presenter Zoe Ball is reportedly moving to Greatest Hits station.

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Buffy and Ted Lasso stars lead tributes to Anthony Head after death aged 72

Stars of Buffy The Vampire Slayer and Ted Lasso have led the tributes for Anthony Head after his death aged 72.

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Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Ted Lasso and Merlin star Anthony Head dies aged 72

Anthony Head, best known for his role as Rupert Giles in the cult TV series Buffy the Vampire Slayer, has died aged 72.

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MOBO Awards founder Kanya King dies aged 57 after 'courageous' battle with cancer

MOBO Awards founder Kanya King has died at the age of 57 after a battle with colon cancer.