MIAMI (AP) — A teenager charged with sexually assaulting and killing his 18-year-old stepsister on a Carnival Cruise ship surrendered Monday after a federal judge reversed his decision on pretrial release now that the teen is charged as an adult.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Miami confirmed that Timothy Hudson is in custody. U.S. Magistrate Judge Edwin Torres filed the order to revoke Hudson’s pretrial release last Wednesday, but the order was sealed until Monday afternoon. The order stated that Hudson should surrender to U.S. Marshals at the federal courthouse in Tampa Monday morning.

The judge had ruled in February that the 16-year-old could live with an uncle and be electronically monitored. But after the case was transferred to adult court in April, prosecutors wanted Hudson in custody.

The judge ultimately agreed that the issue of Hudson’s pretrial detention should be treated as if he was an adult, though Hudson will be held in an approved juvenile facility.

“The Government has established, by clear and convincing evidence, that no condition or combination of conditions of release will reasonably assure the safety of the community going forward,” Torres wrote in his order.

Hudson has pleaded not guilty to charges of first-degree murder and aggravated sexual abuse in the death of Anna Kepner. His federal public defenders have declined to comment on the charges.

Minors are rarely prosecuted in federal court, and this case landed there because Kepner apparently died in international waters, outside any state’s jurisdiction.

Kepner had been traveling on the Carnival Horizon ship in November with her family, including Hudson. Before the ship was scheduled to return to Florida, her body was found concealed under a bed in a room she was sharing with Hudson and another teen, a criminal complaint said.

The cause of Kepner’s Nov. 6 death was determined to be mechanical asphyxia, which is when an object or physical force stops someone from breathing.

Attorneys for the prosecution and the defense made arguments for and against Hudson being jailed until his trial during a May 27 hearing, but Torres said he wanted to speak with the Marshals Service about the logistics of detaining Hudson in central Florida, closer to his family, rather than South Florida, where the trial is taking place. Hudson walked out of the courthouse after that hearing.

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US President Donald Trump is touting a new peace deal with Iran, with Vice-President JD Vance saying Tehran’s nuclear programme has been “comprehensively destroyed”.

But former President Barack Obama says any new agreement is unlikely to be “significantly different” from the deal he struck with Iran in 2015.

The BBC’s Gary O’Donoghue takes a look at the contrasting approaches of the two presidents.

The Department for Work and Pensions has launched a compensation scheme for people who suffered financial loss due to incorrect decisions during their move from legacy benefits to Universal Credit

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has introduced the Successful Legacy Appeals Compensation Scheme for individuals who experienced financial disadvantage after transitioning from legacy benefits to Universal Credit due to a decision subsequently deemed incorrect.

The scheme follows a 2020 Court of Appeal ruling involving claimants who successfully appealed decisions to terminate their existing benefits but were unable to return to them after already claiming Universal Credit.

Under Universal Credit regulations, once an individual submits a claim for the benefit, their former legacy benefit ceases and typically cannot be reinstated. According to new GOV.UK guidance published on Thursday, individuals may be entitled to compensation if they received lower payments on Universal Credit than they had been receiving from their previous benefits.

The compensation scheme is available to claimants throughout Scotland, England and Wales, reports the Daily Record.

Legacy benefits covered by the scheme include:

• Housing Benefit
• Child Tax Credit
• Working Tax Credit
• income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)
• income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA)
• Income Support

Who is eligible

You may be eligible for compensation if all the following apply:

• You have proof you were receiving one or more means-tested legacy benefits listed above
• A decision was made to end one of your legacy benefits, ending your entitlement
• Because of that decision, you successfully claimed Universal Credit within one month of your legacy benefit ending
• The amount of Universal Credit you were entitled to was less than what you received from your legacy benefit before the move
• You challenged the decision that stopped your benefit, and won, meaning you should have continued receiving your legacy benefit rather than claiming Universal Credit when you did

The DWP stated only individuals who satisfy all of these criteria will be entitled to compensation.

According to the guidance, payments will be calculated based on the claimant’s largest monthly financial shortfall multiplied by 12.

The DWP explained the lump sum is designed to reflect compensation comparable to what a court might have awarded for the financial hardship caused by someone being prevented from returning to their previous benefits. Individuals can apply by filling out a form accessible on GOV.UK or by submitting a letter containing the equivalent information requested on the form.

Applications can also be submitted by telephone for those unable to manage the paperwork independently.

The Department stated it strives to deliver decisions within six weeks of receiving an application.

It also noted the scheme is designed to ensure those affected by comparable circumstances do not need to seek additional compensation via the courts or a tribunal.

The compensation scheme follows the Court of Appeal case TD, AD and R v Secretary of State for Work and Pensions [2020] EWCA Civ 618, which determined some claimants experienced financial loss after being compelled to transfer to Universal Credit following incorrect decisions regarding their legacy benefits.

Complete information about the compensation scheme and the claims process can be located on GOV.UK.

He discovered that the right path is not always the one you originally planned.

This is David Brady who is encouraging local people to consider a career in retail, having discovered himself that the right path is not always the one you originally planned.

David first joined M&S on Lisburn Road in 2006 at the age of 16, taking on a part-time role while pursuing his ambition of becoming a civil engineer.

“I genuinely thought M&S would just be a temporary job until I started my engineering career. I enjoyed the work, but my focus was always on becoming an engineer,” he said.

After eight years with M&S, David qualified in civil engineering and left the business in 2014 to pursue his chosen profession full-time. However, it quickly became clear that the career he had worked towards was not the right fit.

“I realised within my first year that I wasn’t enjoying it as much as I expected. Engineering was very computer-based and often involved working alone on sites. Looking back, I probably should have stayed in retail.”

Alongside his day job, music was a major passion. In his spare time, he performed original material, toured across England and played weddings and events as a guitarist. When engineering wasn’t what David had hoped it would be, he decided to take a leap and turn music from a side passion into his full-time focus. However, not long after making this decision, the Covid-19 pandemic arrived in 2020.

With live events paused, David says he returned to retail, working across a range of roles before progressing into management: “Going back into retail reminded me how much I enjoyed it, especially working with people. That was what I had missed. I realised the part I value most in any job is human interaction.”

In 2023, David returned to M&S as a Team Manager in the Lisburn store: “I’d never had a bad experience working for M&S. It was always a positive environment. Retail can be busy and bring pressure, but it is a type of pressure I enjoy. I like helping people, developing teams and being part of a store at the heart of its community.”

From Lisburn, David joined the Aldergrove store in October 2025 as Relief Store Manager through the ‘Stepping Into Store Manager’ programme, before being permanently appointed in January 2026.

Now overseeing the store’s biggest transformation in recent years, he is keen to encourage others to consider the opportunities available.

“Retail has given me a career that I genuinely love. If you had asked me at 16 where I would end up, I would have said engineering without hesitation. Life does not always work out the way you expect, but sometimes that works in your favour,” he added.

As part of the Aldergrove redevelopment, M&S is recruiting for up to 25 roles across the store, including customer-facing shop floor positions, in-store bakery roles and backstage operations focused on stock management and supporting store operations. Contracts ranging from 12 to 30 hours are available, with successful applicants invited to the assessment centre in Lisburn on June 23 and 24.

Applications are now open via https://jobs.marksandspencer.com.

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Yeast is a single-cell organism that needs food, moisture and warmth to thrive – here is what you need to know about active dry yeast and instant yeast for bread baking

Few things rival the aroma of a freshly baked loaf of bread drifting through the home. Baking bread is surprisingly straightforward, and the reward is well worth the modest effort involved.

One of the most vital elements in crafting the perfect loaf is the yeast, but which variety should you be using?

There are two types of yeast commonly used in bread and dough recipes. These are active and instant yeasts.

Both function in the same manner, in that they will give your bread that slightly fermented flavour and airy rise.

Yeast is a single-cell organism that requires food, moisture and warmth to flourish. It feeds on sugar and starch (a process known as fermentation) and produces carbon dioxide and alcohol.

It is the release of carbon dioxide that causes bread to rise.

Active yeast refers to any form of dry yeast that requires activation prior to use, whereas instant yeast is ready to use from the moment you unseal the packet.

Active yeast must be combined with warm water and sugar before being incorporated into your dry ingredients, allowing the yeast to “bloom”.

This is because the organisms within active yeast remain dormant until awakened by the water and sugar.

If your active yeast has been sitting in the cupboard for some time between baking sessions and you attempt to activate it, it may well have passed its best.

You’ll be able to identify this, as expired activated yeast will not produce light, foamy bubbles in water.

Active yeast has a shorter shelf life than instant yeast. Instant yeast features smaller, finer granules and doesn’t require dissolving in warm liquid beforehand; it can be mixed straight into your dry ingredients and will prove more quickly.

Instant yeast can produce a lighter, fluffier bread, which is ideal for a baker who’s short on time.

The raid took place in Halliwell and a woman has been arrested.

A spokesman for GMP Bolton said: “This evening, officers from Bolton’s Neighbourhood Teams have executed a warrant at a property in Halliwell.

“This was in response to complaints from the community about drug supply in the area.

“A 38-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of drugs.

“She remains in police custody for questioning.

“You can provide information about crime in your area, anonymously, to CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111.”

The raid is the latest to take place in the area and across Bolton to tackle the drugs trade.

Previously, desperate mums have raised the issue at the regular Partners and Communities Together Meetings (PACT), which allow locals to meet their local police officers and address any concerns they have.

A women’s only PACT heard how children are targeted by those selling drugs.

The pub has been empty since 2018

A road was cordoned off after a blaze broke out at a derelict pub in Stretford on Monday evening (June 15). Fire crews raced to the scene at The Robin Hood pub on Barton Road.

Smoke was seen billowing from the roof of the venue, which has been empty since 2018, as firefighters tackled the blaze. An ‘avoid the area’ warning was put in place amid the incident.

The cause of the fire has not been determined. It was earlier this year revealed that the vandal-hit pub was earmarked to potentially be developed into new homes. It followed years of being wracked by vandalism and also suffering another fire.

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After the pub closed, the local community had a chance to purchase it and come up with proposals for its future. However, a crowdfunding campaign failed to raise the cash needed.

On Monday night, a number of fire engines were seen outside the pub as the area became covered in smoke. Videos shared with the M.E.N showed crews in attendance trying to bring the fire under control.

Emergency services were first alerted to the incident shortly before 10pm, with multiple fire engines racing to the scene. Residents nearby were also urged to keep their windows and doors closed.

A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) said: “Shortly before 9:55 this evening (Monday 15^th June) fire engines from Stretford, Sale, Moss Side, the turntable ladder from Manchester Central, the scorpion from Salford and a further breathing apparatus emergency appliance from Salford fire station were called to reports of a fire at a derelict building on Barton Road, Stretford.

“Firefighters arrived quickly and are currently working to extinguish the fire and make the area safe. Crews remain in attendance at this time. Nearby residents are advised to keep their windows and doors closed and to avoid the area.”

The red and blue cross road sign is frequently seen up and down the country — but drivers are left baffled by its meaning

Drivers are being encouraged to refresh their understanding of traffic signs following revelations from industry specialists that a substantial proportion of us remain baffled by particular symbols. The UK Government’s official publication, Know Your Traffic Signs, extends to an impressive 172 pages, so it’s hardly surprising that certain signs leave road users perplexed.

Social media channels are frequently utilised by road users seeking explanations regarding the significance of different road markings and signs.

This specific sign, featuring a red cross on a blue background, is widespread across the UK, meaning there’s every likelihood you’ve encountered it — in fact, one Reddit user replied to an enquiry about its significance by declaring: “This is one of the basic signs people who drive in this country should know. Not knowing what the sign is or how to check is an absolute failure.”

Another contributed: “How do you exist as a driver with a license without knowing what a sign like this means?”

Notwithstanding those blunt remarks, there’s a good chance you don’t know what this sign means, even if you’ve seen it countless times. The sign features a red circle with a blue background and a red diagonal cross within.

According to insurance experts at One Sure Insurance, misinterpretation of road signs is considerably more common than many realise. Furthermore, figures from the AA show that while the vast majority of drivers consider themselves to be safe motorists, approximately half acknowledge they find certain elements of the Highway Code difficult. This knowledge gap can result in motorists inadvertently contravening the regulations or misinterpreting signs while driving.

What does the red-and-blue cross sign mean?

The red-and-blue cross sign denotes a clearway, meaning motorists are prohibited from stopping at any time. Unlike certain other restrictions that operate only during specified hours, the clearway regulation means you cannot halt your vehicle on that section of road for any purpose whatsoever, unless faced with an emergency.

This includes stopping to:

• Pick up or drop off passengers
• Check directions
• Make a phone call
• Wait briefly in the car

The UK Government’s official guidance states: “The red cross means no stopping, not even to pick up or set down passengers. The sign is used to indicate a 24-hour clearway (usually on a rural road) or may be incorporated into other signs with the words ‘No stopping’ (eg the ‘no stopping except local buses’ sign at bus stops).

“On a 24-hour clearway, the prohibition of stopping applies to the main running carriageway, slip roads and any acceleration and deceleration areas. You may stop in a lay-by unless there are signs to say otherwise. A 24-hour clearway does not have any special road markings, but smaller repeater signs might be provided at intervals along the road as a reminder to drivers.”

Since stopping is entirely prohibited, any motorist who halts within a clearway area risks receiving a fine or penalty notice. However, one significant reason the sign generates such confusion is its resemblance to other blue-and-red traffic signs throughout Britain, each with marginally different meanings.

For instance, a sign displaying a single red line through a blue circle denotes an “urban clearway”.

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An urban clearway operates in a comparable manner to a standard clearway, but with specific conditions. These are generally accompanied by supplementary information, such as the exact times and days when restrictions apply. Mixing up the two could lead to drivers thinking they’re adhering to the law when, actually, they’re violating it.

Clearways are generally implemented on heavily-trafficked routes where stopping could create congestion or pose safety hazards, such as major roads leading into city centres or heavily-used main roads. By preventing vehicles from stopping entirely, authorities seek to maintain free-flowing traffic and minimise the risk of sudden braking or obstructions on the road.

For motorists uncertain about road markings and signage, experts advise referring to the Highway Code to develop a comprehensive understanding of the regulations – particularly as misinterpreting them can result in financial penalties or hazardous situations. Refreshing your knowledge of road signs, they suggest, could assist drivers in avoiding fines, collisions, and insurance claims.

A spokesperson for One Sure Insurance said: “We see a lot of accidents or traffic violations happen because drivers simply don’t understand or recognise certain road signs. These mistakes may seem minor at first, but they can lead to fines, insurance claims, and in worst-case scenarios, serious accidents. It’s vital to take the time to understand every road sign you encounter.”

Each mile of this journey will be dedicated to those lost to suicide, families living with loss, and those currently struggling with their mental health

With just days to go until the dad of a talented young model who died suddenly aged just 20 sets off on an extraordinary challenge, organisers say they have been overwhelmed by an outpouring of public and business support from across Northern Ireland and beyond.

Zachary Geddis from Coleraine died by suicide in March 2017, whilst attending the University of the Arts, London where he was studying Fashion Illustration.

On June 19, his dad Terry Geddis will embark on an extraordinary 24-hour charity cycle from Coleraine to Mizen Head in Cork, Ireland’s most south-westerly point, as part of the Cycle for Suicide campaign.

Aiming to honour his son’s memory and raise vital mental health awareness, Terry will depart Coleraine on Friday, aiming to cycle to Mizen Head in Cork, Ireland’s most south-westerly point all in aid of The Zachary Geddis Trust, which provides free, professional mental health support services across Northern Ireland.

Each mile of this journey will once again be dedicated to those lost to suicide, families living with loss, and those currently struggling with their mental health, reinforcing the campaign’s central message that help is available and conversations matter.

As the countdown continues, the campaign has gathered remarkable momentum, with generous donations and backing from local businesses, organisations and individuals determined to support both Terry’s challenge and the vital work of the Trust.

Among those contributing to the fundraising effort are Lynas, Kingsbridge Foundation, East End FC, Maine Group, Coleraine FC, Zarion, The Dental Care Centre Belfast and the Bushmills Distillery Group, which has pledged a unique prize of a year’s worth of tasting tours to help boost fundraising initiatives.

Zachary’s sister Yasmin Geddis, who is Chief Executive of The Zachary Geddis Trust, said the response has been incredibly moving: “We have been overwhelmed by the generosity shown by our local community and business supporters.

“It is a powerful reminder that people want to stand together to support mental health initiatives and help ensure that no one feels alone. Every donation, every message of encouragement, and every shared story is encouraging Terry as he trains and will help us continue our important work supporting people who need our help.”

Meanwhile, Terry has been intensifying his training regime in preparation for the gruelling challenge, putting in long hours in the saddle as he builds endurance for the 24-hour journey.

Despite the physical demands ahead, Terry remains focused on the purpose behind every mile, honouring his son Zachary and supporting others facing mental health challenges.

This will be Terry’s sixth charity cycle for the Trust. To date, he has cycled more than 20,000 miles and raised close to £50,000 for mental health causes. The 2026 Cycle for Suicide aims to build on that success and help meet increasing demand for services, which currently support more than 200 clients each week.

As the start date approaches, people are being encouraged to show their support by donating, sharing the campaign or even by sending messages of encouragement. For Terry and his family, the ongoing support from the community is both humbling and motivating.

“The support we’re seeing means everything,” said Yasmin. “It shows just how many people believe in the importance of this work and the difference it makes every day.”

With momentum building and the community firmly behind him, Terry is preparing to take on one of his toughest challenges yet, carrying with him not only personal determination, but the encouragement of an entire community.

Anyone who needs to talk to someone about mental health issues can call the Samaritans on 116123 or Lifeline on 0808 808 8000 .

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