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Joshua Kerry, 28, who was charged with the murder of Ann Widdecombe in July, has faced a new allegation of preparing terrorist acts, which includes online reconnaissance of prominent figures and an attempted entry into Nigel Farage's residence.
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New research from the University of Hong Kong suggests that integrating a symptom-tracking mobile application into the routine care of advanced-stage cancer patients could potentially halve hospital stays and prevent over a third of unplanned admissions.
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The Indonesian National Police's counterterrorism force, Densus 88, reported the arrest of 11 suspected terrorists across several provinces, who are believed to be connected to Daulah Islamiyah and other networks, according to the South China Morning Post.
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The South China Morning Post reported that Hayley Williams and Keshi have been announced as co-headlining performers for the Clockenflap festival in 2026.
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According to the South China Morning Post, data from the Education Bureau indicates that at least 60% of suspected student suicide cases over the last three academic years involved children aged 15 or younger, prompting calls for schools to reduce excessive homework.
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The Tourism Board plans to introduce a 'Hong Kong Gourmet Month' in November following the annual Hong Kong Wine and Dine Festival, which will feature 10 per cent more booths and extended hours until 1 am on two nights to encourage visitor spending.
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Mark Cain, 45, has been charged with the murder of Dr. Hannah Terry, 45, after her body was discovered at a residence in Fern Hill, Dersingham, Norfolk. The charges came after police were alerted by the ambulance service on Sunday morning.
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Royal Mail has announced plans to reduce 2,500 head office and supporting roles by the end of 2027, which represents about 2% of its 131,000-strong workforce. The company stated these changes aim to improve efficiency, while the CWU expressed concern over staff morale despite assurances against compulsory redundancies.
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A former Buddhist monk in Thailand, Alongkot Poonmook, was sentenced to 50 years in prison after being found guilty of embezzling donations intended for a hospice he founded for people with HIV/Aids. The Central Criminal Court for Corruption and Misconduct Cases convicted him and an associate on charges of embezzlement and money laundering.
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Following public criticism regarding controversial comments made by some gold medal-winning football players at the Asian Games, South Korea's Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism stated that the military service exemption system for athletes and artists will likely need to be reduced or abolished.
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The South China Morning Post reports that Henri B. Kagan and Kenso Soai were awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for their work on non-linear effects and autocatalysis in asymmetric organic synthesis.
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Analysts are advising calm regarding France's financial situation, asserting that the nation is not facing a debt crisis even as borrowing costs rise and the 10-year bond yield spread with Germany reaches levels not seen since the euro zone crisis. However, experts note ongoing risks and political difficulties in reducing the budget deficit.