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IrelandScotlandWalesHero swimmer helped two children during beach tragedyWitnesses say the unnamed rescuer dived into the water three times to save the children.2 hrs agoEssexMan who paid for children to be sexually abused jailedRobert Pasteiner was identified through payments of £200,000 made to individuals in the Philippines.38 mins agoSussexPolice make 10 arrests in murder investigationPolice say a man in his 20s sustained multiple injuries, including three stab wounds. 1 hr agoLeicestershire'Brief splash' of rain this weekend not enough, forecasters sayRain is forecast in the West Country this weekend, but a yellow heat health alert is in place.2 hrs agoEngland'My baby overheated during M5 closure'Siobhan says her baby overheated in her car seat as experts warn of busy motorway summer journeys.2 hrs agoEnglandSix-year-old Man Utd fan hit by club's ticket tout crackdownRuari's mum denies any wrongdoing and says she manages other family members' tickets for them.4 hrs agoManchesterPrison officer calls for more tasers after 'attack ruined me'Tasers have been deployed to some jails in England for the first time as part of a trial.7 hrs agoEnglandNo chance missing student fell in river, says expertA former Harbourmaster says it is unlikely that Jack could have entered the water when he went missing.Helicopter makes water-drops as heathland fire rages 24 hours onAbout 60 firefighters remain in the area to tackle the blaze, affecting a 25-hectare area of woodland.'More of the same please', hospitality firms tell PMThe 20% business rates cut is cautiously welcomed by those in the industry, with hopes it will lead to further help.Domestic abuse survivor who waived anonymity inspiring othersFriends and campaigners praise Suzie Mahe for helping change laws in the island to help others.Eleven roads closed after serious crashPolice were called shortly before 02:00 after a black Cupra left the road and hit a lamp-post.Stories to make you smileYoung poets steal the show at Latitude FestivalThe winner, Esme, impresses judges with her poem about a piano passed down the generations.Kitten discovered in car engine rescued by fire station staffThe car had to be partially dismantled to free Jessie from her hiding spot in the wheel arch.Restaurants save the day after wedding caterer no-showThe newlyweds say they can now see the funny side after local venues stepped in on their big day.Features & AnalysisMore than 2,000 pigeons shot with rifles at railway stationsAt York Station, 152 birds were shot in one day, a Freedom of Information Request has found.Woman 'humiliated' by McDonald's manager rowShe says she has been left feeling "traumatised and deeply humiliated".Content creators 'exploiting' vulnerable people living on streetsA petition calling for content creators to stop filming people on the street has nearly 5,000 signatures.Hotels and holiday parks 'overlooked' by Burnham's tax cutsTourism leaders in Devon and Cornwall say they will not benefit from Andy Burnham's announcement.'Giving birth at sea was not part of the plan'Kyra Magell gives birth to baby Harriet on board a marine ambulance in the Channel Islands.SportChelsea agree deal to sign Palace defender LacroixChelsea agree deal to sign France defender Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace after two impressive seasons.Anderson gets Man City move he craved as £116m deal doneManchester City confirm the arrival of Elliot Anderson on a five-year deal, as the England player is tipped to become a "complete midfielder" at his new club. Newcastle seal £34m move for Monaco's BambaNewcastle United have signed Monaco midfielder Aladji Bamba for a fee which could rise to £34m.Littler cruises into Matchplay semis with win over RockWorld number one Luke Littler's World Matchplay title defence continues with a 16-7 quarter-final win over Josh Rock in Blackpool, as he averages 109.57.Latest updates1 hr agoM42 crash leaves motorcyclist seriously injuredThe rider, a man believed to be in his 20s, is being treated in hospital after a collision with car.1 hr ago2 hrs ago'Brief splash' of rain not enough, forecasters sayRain is forecast in the West Country this weekend, but a yellow heat health alert is in place.2 hrs ago2 hrs agoHotels and holiday parks 'overlooked' in new plansTourism leaders in Devon and Cornwall say they will not benefit from Andy Burnham's announcement.2 hrs ago2 hrs agoNo Metro fare fee cuts after PM bus cap pledgeMetro fares will be more expensive than single bus tickets from January after the PM's £2 pledge. 2 hrs ago2 hrs agoCentre's future 'cannot be based on nostalgia'North Tyneside Council says cuts would have to be made to other services if High Borrans stays open.2 hrs ago2 hrs ago'My baby overheated during M5 closure'Siobhan says her baby overheated in her car seat as experts warn of busy motorway summer journeys.2 hrs ago6 hrs agoYoung poets from the East open Latitude FestivalThe winner, Esme, impresses judges with her poem about a piano passed down the generations.6 hrs ago6 hrs agoYoung musicians spy 'opportunity' with PromsA young composer workshop is held in Middlesbrough as it hosts the first concert of the season.6 hrs ago6 hrs agoCouncil given powers to tackle anti-social behaviourPolice granted the limited extra powers to a number of Torbay Council officers.6 hrs ago...
