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Man hospitalised after being punched and attacked while he lay on the ground

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The incident occurred on the Ravenhill Road in the city on Thursday evening, April 9

A man has been taken to hospital after being punched and then attacked on the ground during an assault in Belfast.

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Police are appealing for information following the attack which took place at around 11.40pm in the Ravenhill Road area on Thursday evening, April 9, when a man was reportedly punched in the face and then assaulted as he lay on the ground by another male. The victim suffered facial injuries and had to be taken to hospital for treatment.

Police are asking anyone who may have information regarding the attack or dashcam footage of the area at the time to contact them.

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Detective Sergeant Stevenson said: “It was reported at around 11.40pm that a man was punched in the face and assaulted as he lay on the ground by another male.

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“The victim sustained facial injuries as a result of the incident, and was taken to hospital for treatment.

“Our enquiries are ongoing, and we are asking anyone who witnessed what happened, or who might have any information which might assist, to get in touch. We would be particularly keen to hear from anyone who might have any dash cam footage which might assist.

“The number to call is 101, quoting reference number 1789 of 09/04/26.

“You can also submit a report or information online using the non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org/.”

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EuroMillions Lotto results live numbers for Friday, April 10

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A whopping £91 million is up for grabs in tonight’s EuroMillions draw. The National Lottery draw takes place every Tuesday and Friday and can be played by purchasing a ticket of £2.50.

For each EuroMillions ticket you purchase, you are automatically entered into the UK Millionaire Maker game, guaranteeing a £1million UK winner in every draw. The Thunderball will also be drawn, which boasts a top prize of £500,000. For money-saving tips, sign up to our Money newsletter here

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Stockton murder accused denies using machete in attack

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Stockton murder accused denies using machete in attack

Samuel Tweddle was one of three people caught on CCTV chasing down Macauley Branighan but maintains that he was not responsible for inflicting the fatal injuries.

The 27-year-old was slashed with the weapon after he was “cornered and attacked” minutes after a chance meeting outside a shop.

Giving evidence in his defence, Tweddle said: “I was part of the chase but I didn’t know the chase was going to result in the death of someone or I wouldn’t have took part.”

Jurors heard how Mr Branighan was kicked, punched and slashed with a machete when he was cornered on Westerton Green, Stockton on October 12.

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Under cross-examination by prosecuting barrister Simon Kealey KC, the defendant maintained he was not involved in using the machete on Mr Branighan.

Mr Kealey asked: “Can you think why witnesses would say that all of you were involved?” He replied: “I can’t, no.”

The barrister asked: “Isn’t it simply the truth that all three were involved in attacking Macauley?” He replied: “It isn’t, no.”

CSI, police and ambulance on Westerton Green, Hardwick, Stockton (Image: TERRY BLACKBURN)

The jury heard how a third, unknown person, was responsible for inflicting the machete wounds on Mr Branighan.

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Mr Kealey asked Tweddle whether Mr Branighan was on the floor in a foetal position when he saw him on Westerton Green like he said in his defence statement.

Tweddle said: “He was just laid on the floor. I don’t know why I said he was curled up in a ball.”

He told the jury that he saw the third man riding away on his bike while tucking the machete back into his trousers.



Stephen Ward, 25, of Tithe Barn Road in Stockton, and 22-year-old Tweddle, of Kimblesworth Walk, both deny murder. Tweddle also denies possession of a machete.

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Earlier in the trial, forensic pathologist Dr Jennifer Bolton told jurors Macaulay suffered five significant knife injuries, including two that went down to the bone, and suffered extensive blood loss as a result.

He died three days later after he suffered multiple organ failure and a brain injury resulting in cardiac arrest.

The trial continues.

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Police appeal to find next of kin of Halliwell man, 85

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Bolton man arrested in fraud investigation by Yorkshire police

Christopher Hindley died in Halliwell, at Byland Close, on April 9.

Greater Manchester Police have confirmed there are no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death.

A police spokesperson said: “Police are appealing for the public’s help to trace the family of a man from Bolton.

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“Anyone with information about Christopher’s next of kin and or family should contact the Police Coroner’s Office in Bolton on 0161 856 4687.”

Following their appeal, police are urging anyone who may know the next of kin or family of Christopher to get in touch.

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Pedestrians hit by vehicle mounting pavement in Peterborough

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Police are urging the public to share information

Two pedestrians were hit by a vehicle which mounted the pavement earlier this week. Now, police are urging the public to come forward with information to support their investigation.

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On Monday, April 6, two pedestrians were hit by a vehicle shortly before midnight. The crash happened on Cotterstock Road in Oundle, Peterborough between 11.30pm and 11.45pm, when a vehicle mounted the pavement.

Witnesses or anyone with information are asked to contact Northamptonshire Police on 101 or alternatively call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.

Please quote incident number 26000196747 when providing any information to make sure it gets to the right person as quickly as possible.

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Family gathered in memory of Darlington man who died in custody

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Family gathered in memory of Darlington man who died in custody

A balloon release was held in Eastbourne Park on Friday (April 10) evening in memory of Keiron Gorringe, 31, passed away after suffering a medical episode at the Spennymoor police custody suite in the early hours of April 1.

His family believe he should have been safest in the care of the police after he was arrested.

A crowd gathered in the park at 6pm to light flares and hold up banners calling for “Justice 4 Keiron”.

Balloon release for Keiron Gorringe. (Image: SARAH CALDECOTT)

Balloon release for Keiron Gorringe. (Image: SARAH CALDECOTT)

Speaking before the balloons were let off, his mum Louise Blakey and best friend Corinna Thompson, said: “We just want justice for Keiron and answers. This should never have happened, they have failed him and let him down.

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“It has been nearly two weeks now and we still don’t have him back or any answers as to how he died.”

Durham Police said this week it had referred itself to the police watchdog the Independent Office of Police Conduct (IOPC) which said it was investigating and would “look at the circumstances around the man’s death, including the actions and decision-making of police.”

Balloon release for Keiron Gorringe.Balloon release for Keiron Gorringe. Mum Louise (left). (Image: SARAH CALDECOTT)

It came just weeks after the death of his brother Kane Quinn, 26, after a suicide attempt on Valentine’s Day, leaving their family heartbroken.

It is understood Keiron was pulled over while driving and then arrested for a court-issued warrant for failure to appear the previous week. His family say this was due to him struggling with the death of Kane.

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An IOPC spokesperson added: “We are independently investigating after a 31-year-old man died while in the custody of Durham Constabulary.

Brothers Kane Quinn, 26, and Keiron Gorringe, 31 who died just over a month apart

“Following a referral from the force, IOPC investigators attended the scene and the police post-incident procedures to begin gathering evidence.

“At this stage, we have established the man was arrested by police in the early hours of April 1 and taken to the custody suite at Spennymoor.

“Shortly before 5am, the man appeared unwell in the cell and paramedics were called. The man sadly died at around 6.30am.

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“Our investigation, which is independent of the police, will look at the circumstances around the man’s death, including the actions and decision-making of police.

Balloon release for Keiron Gorringe. (Image: SARAH CALDECOTT)

“We have obtained initial statements from five officers and staff, and have secured body-worn video footage of the man’s arrest, as well as CCTV from the custody suite.

“Our thoughts are with the man’s family and loved ones, as well as all those affected by his death.”

Keiron’s mum Louise Blakey said he began to have seizures the Saturday before his death but doctors hadn’t been able to figure out why.

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She said he seemed himself the day after Kane’s funeral on March 30, but it was that night he was arrested and later died.

Balloon release for Keiron Gorringe. (Image: SARAH CALDECOTT)

Kane, Louise and Keiron

Paying tribute to the brothers, the mum-of-nine added: “It is just a living nightmare.

“I don’t know how to feel or what to do as in a way it just doesn’t feel real.

“Kane was Keiron’s first best friend. Kane lost his dad at the age of three and Keiron became a real father figure to him.

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“He definitely took Kane’s death the hardest, he just felt he had let him down and he couldn’t deal with it.

“He massively looked up to Keiron as a father figure and was so loved by so many. He kept everything to himself and was a massive loss. His funeral had a huge turn out and so many people were affected.

“Keiron was the life and soul of everyone’s party, he was loyal, respectful and always there for everyone.

“He had lost himself after Kane’s death as he partially blamed himself because he was the oldest and felt obliged to look after the full lot of us. He didn’t have any children but he always wanted one.

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“He now won’t get the chance.”

Keiron’s funeral will be held on Thursday, April 30 at 12pm leaving from his mams family home on Lawrence Street at 11.20am then towards Darlington crematorium.

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Epstein survivors’ calls for royal meet harder to ignore as US visit approaches

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“To every survivor of every kind of violence, many of whom have not been able to tell their stories or who have not been believed, please know that you are not alone,” the Queen told a reception at St James’s Palace, in a speech seen as a thinly-veiled reference to Epstein’s victims.

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Which? names Co Fermanagh resort as the UK’s ‘best hotel for 2026’

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Only one other hotel has achieved a 5-star rating in the past eight years

A Northern Irish resort has been named the best hotel in the UK by Which? Travel for 2026.

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Which?, the UK’s ‘independent consumer champion’, is known for its expert reviews, advice and investigations and has rated a Co Fermanagh hotel a rare 5-star rating.

Lough Erne Resort has been named the “best-rated hotel over the past year”, praised for its exceptional quality, value and guest experience.

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The distinction places it among a very select group, as only one other hotel has achieved the top score from Which? Travel in the past eight years.

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On their review criteria, Which? Travel said: “We do something a little differently when it comes to hotel reviews. Unlike most other UK travel magazines and newspaper travel sections, Which? Travel does not accept freebies.

“Regardless of the hotel we’re visiting, we book a standard double room online — just as you might — and never let on that we’re from Which? Magazine, even when we arrive for an undercover inspection. It’s all completely anonymous — no upgrades, sweet talk or special treatment.”

Set within the Fermanagh Lakelands, Lough Erne Resort was praised for delivering five-star luxury at outstanding value, with room rates noted at around £200 per night.

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Which? Travel described it as “the best-value stay in the country”, highlighting the Resort’s spacious lakeview rooms, elegant interiors, spa facilities, locally sourced dining and its spectacular setting overlooking Erne Lough and the Nick Faldo Championship Golf Course.

Gareth Byrne, General Manager at Lough Erne Resort, said: “This is an incredible honour for everyone at Lough Erne Resort.

“What makes this recognition especially meaningful is that Which? Travel’s reviews are conducted anonymously and independently, reflecting the real experience our guests have when they stay with us.

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“To be only the second hotel in eight years to receive a five-star rating from such a trusted consumer authority is truly special, and a wonderful testament to the dedication of our entire team.”

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Women’s Six Nations 2026: Will this be the biggest tournament ever?

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More eyes are on women’s rugby than ever before.

Following a highly successful Rugby World Cup last year, supporter numbers in the UK climbed from 7.94m pre-existing fans of women’s rugby to 13.21m, according to research commissioned by BBC Sport.

England’s victory over Canada in September’s final took place in front of 81,885 fans at Allianz Stadium – a record for a women’s rugby match and the second-highest attendance for a men’s or women’s World Cup final.

It was the most-watched women’s rugby match on UK television, with a record-breaking peak audience of 5.8m viewers. It also beat both the Six Nations and the British and Irish Lions’ winning tour of Australia to become the most-watched rugby match of last year.

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Rugby union was the second most-watched women’s sport in 2025, so with momentum at an all-time high, this year’s Women’s Six Nations is set to be comfortably the biggest yet in terms of crowd numbers.

Pre-tournament demand has already broken records, with all four home nations staging fixtures at their national stadiums.

The record crowd for a Women’s Six Nations game is 58,498 for the Grand Slam decider between England and France in 2023.

That record is set to fall, with more than 75,000 tickets sold for England’s opener against Ireland at Allianz Stadium on Saturday.

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“There is probably a line of thinking that audiences will just keep growing, but they are actually hard to maintain,” Rugby Football Union director of women’s rugby Alex Teasdale told BBC Sport.

“The role of the Red Roses as ambassadors has helped sustain some of that strong buy-in, and the fans have had a brilliant time.

“It has been really pleasing to see, but anyone involved in women’s sport knows it is not a given.

“You have to work hard to give fans a brilliant experience so they want to keep coming back.”

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Scotland will play their first Women’s Six Nations match in front of fans at Murrayfield when they host England next weekend.

Scotland women’s record home attendance of 7,774 was set at Hive Stadium in 2024, but more than 25,000 tickets have been sold for the fixture.

The expected record crowd will be the biggest for a standalone women’s sporting event in Scotland.

Ireland’s game against Scotland on the final weekend will be their first at the 51,711-capacity Aviva Stadium and their record home attendance of 7,754 is set to be smashed, with more than 16,000 tickets already reported to have been sold.

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Wales, who play Scotland at Principality Stadium on the opening weekend, are aiming to better last year’s record crowd of 21,186 for a Wales women’s team event on home soil.

Meanwhile, France will host England at the 42,115-capacity Stade Atlantique in Bordeaux in the final round, where they will hope to have a full house for a possible Grand Slam decider.

But will the entertainment on the pitch match the clamour for tickets?

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From compression boots to massage balm: The post-marathon recovery gear every runner needs

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You’ve just run 26.2 miles – your muscles deserve better than a hot bath. The Theragun PRO Plus combines six science-backed therapies in one device – percussive massage, near-infrared LED, vibration, heat, guided breathwork, and optional cold therapy (sold separately) – to target deep muscle soreness, ease stiffness in joints, and accelerate repair at a cellular level.

It delivers the equivalent of a 15-minute massage in two minutes. Your calves, quads, hips and hamstrings will be asking why you didn’t buy this sooner.

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Prince Harry being sued for defamation by kids charity, courts records show

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The Duke of Sussex co-founded the charity in 2006 with Prince Seeiso of Lesotho.

Prince Harry is being sued for defamation by the Sentebale charity, according to High Court records. Online court filings show the Duke of Sussex is a defendant in a libel or slander claim alongside Mark Dy

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The claim originally filed on March 24 but no documents are available at this stage. Harry co-founded the charity in 2006 alongside Prince Seeiso of Lesotho to support vulnerable children and young people affected by HIV/AIDS and poverty in Lesotho and Botswana.

However, he stepped down from his role as patron last year after a governance dispute. In a scathing joint statement, both princes said: “Nearly 20 years ago, we founded Sentebale in honour of our mothers.

“Sentebale means ‘forget-me-not’ in Sesotho, the local language of Lesotho, and it’s what we’ve always promised for the young people we’ve served through this charity. Today is no different.

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“With heavy hearts, we have resigned from our roles as patrons of the organisation until further notice, in support of and solidarity with the board of trustees who have had to do the same. It is devastating that the relationship between the charity’s trustees and the chair of the board broke down beyond repair, creating an untenable situation.”

The Duke supports a number of children’s charities and recently donated £1.1 million to Children In Need.

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