A man has been charged with murder in relation to his death
A man found dead at a house in Peterborough has been named as Imran Bashir. A murder investigation was launched by police after the death of a man at a property on Gladstone Street, Millfield, in Peterborough.
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Police were called to the area at around 10.45am on Wednesday, February 4. The 50-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene.
Paying tribute to Mr Bashir, his family said: “Though his life was taken far too soon, his love was not. It lives on in the memories he created the values he passed down, and the lives he shaped forever. He will be remembered not for the way he died, but for the way he lived – and for the love he gave so freely.
“He is gone from our sight, but never from our hearts. We love you and you will be missed for the rest of our lives. Your kids are devastated with this loss, and no one will ever be able to ease this sorrow, grief and pain. As a family, we kindly ask for respect and understanding during this difficult time, and we are grateful for your support and prayers. Keep praying for us.”
Filippo Femminile, 31, of Ellindon, Bretton, has been charged with murder. He appeared at Huntingdon Magistrates’ Court this morning (February 7) and has been remanded in custody to appear at Cambridge Crown Court on Tuesday (10 February).
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A second man, 37 from Stowmarket, Suffolk, who was arrested on suspicion of murder earlier in the week has been bailed.
Anyone with any information is urged to report it online or via 101, quoting Op Venia.
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Yearly celebration So MAR10 Day is here again but this time it feels like Nintendo is building up to something in terms of an annoucement. There was that Mario Kart World rumour but if that happens I don’t see how it’s going to be announced because not even Nintendo shadow drops a Direct. Unless Nintendo is also going to start announcing things through tweets, but let’s hope not.
I have to say, I can’t wait until the Super Mario Galaxy Movie is out because I feel too much attention is being taken up by that and we won’t get any real movement on a new game until that’s over. I couldn’t care less about a Mario film but I’m really impatient to know about the next 3D game. But I think it’s pretty obvious they’re waiting for the movie to come out first.
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Even so, I do have some hope we’ll get at least a tease of the next 3D Mario today. They’ve already announced their sale and the new games on Nintendo Switch Online, so it would be disappointing if we didn’t get at least a little bit of news. Onibee
Premium products I completely believe that Project Helix is going to be around a grand, but I also believe that Xbox are crazy to dot it. Except, it does seem to be the way things are going. If less people are buying and playing consoles then the obvious way to make up the money, for a publisher, is to make a more expensive item, which will make the same amount of money even if less people overall buy it. It’s why Ferrari don’t bother to make a family hatchback, because it’s chicken feed in comparison.
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I don’t think it’s going to work for Xbox, because who’s going to want to buy Xbox after all this, but it definitely seems to be the way that Valve are going with the Steam Machine. Sony are basically there already, given how expensive the PS5 Pro is.
There’s no way I’m paying that much for a console, but it does make me wonder what kind of games are going to playing on it. Are they just going to be the same ones as normal with better performance? Because I can’t imagine anyone making an exclusive game for a format with only a few million customers. Hammeriron
Worst job in the world It’s been said before, but I honestly don’t know why anyone would want to be a games developer. I imagine the pay’s okay (except for all the unpaid overtime) but there’s literally no certainty of keeping your job, no matter how well whatever you’ve made does. And even if you do keep your job you’re only months away from being replaced with AI. And then, if by some miracle, you’re still kept around you get to worry about death threats from rabid fans.
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I don’t see any positives at all. If you’re intelligent enough to be able to make games there’s a hundred other jobs using similar skills that would be far less hassle. I remember when it used to be seem a dream job to me but now it seems more like a nightmare. Commiserations to everyone working on Battlefield 6 that got laid off by EA. Royston
A new problem I can tell you now, if dynamic pricing becomes a thing with video games I’m out. It’s retro and indie games for me and nothing else. Every day publishers seem to come up with new reason not to buy their stuff and it’s doing my head in.
Make a good game and I’ll pay for it. I’ll probably even pay £60+ if it’s really good and I don’t feel that you’re messing me around. But it’s never that simple. Everything’s got to be more expensive than it pretends or have small print that makes it worse.
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I know there’s no going back but I really miss the PlayStation 4 era. All this stuff was starting then but it hadn’t got bad yet, while the games were top notch. This whole generation has been nothing but downhill in every way. Stoney
No story Some interesting info on Marathon’s player counts on the Xbox, with is at number 32 over the last week with the server slam at 37th. Also note that Helldivers 2 is still number 16 on this list.
There’s no supporting narrative, but the PlayStation side of things shows Marathon as 38th with the Server Slam at 26th. Helldivers took 18th place over the week. NatorDom
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GC: We’re not sure what to draw from this other than both games are doing quite well on both formats?
Ignorance is bliss There’s been a lot of talk about what Xbox is doing in terms of hardware but I think a bigger question is what’s going to happen to the games under this new boss. Any decent business person should be able to make fairly sensible decisions about a console but game development is a whole different kettle of fish.
It’s different for every game, it involves lots of factors she won’t have a clue about if you’re not a gamer, and in management terms Microsoft has been terrible at it since forever. On the hand that could actually be good news because maybe someone more objective, that isn’t particularly interested in games, can offer a better perspective on things.
We all know Phil Spencer didn’t work out so he kind of makes a good argument that the people in charge shouldn’t be gamers, because they have a warped perspective.
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But how is this new ‘AI guru’ going to make decisions on what to do with the next Halo or if Gears Of War needs a reboot? The problem I see is that Microsoft already tends to overestimate how good, and how popular, its games are and now we’re going to have people whispering into the ear of this acknowledged non-gamer that everything they do is fantastic.
There’s so much that can go wrong, but I guess we’ll just have to see. But if there is a turn around we’ll know from now on that the secret of running a good games business is to know nothing about games (at an exec level at least). Gorf
Half price Happy Mario Day to GameCentral, all readers, and Underboxers! I see the Pragmata amiibo is in stock to pre-order on the UK Nintendo Store, it is £24.99 – which is a lot for one small amiibo.
I thought there might be an amiibo of the soldier too but there isn’t. Andrew J.
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GC: That’s madness. The game itself is only £50.
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People change To Scooter and changing tastes in games, my niece, well great niece, at 11 plays all the usual: Minecraft, Fortnight, Roblox, Rocket League… but I suppose that’s for socialising purposes too, but she’s more than willing to try other games.
Couple of years ago I got an arcade emulator, two hardy joysticks and six buttons a piece, you can jostle each other and slap the sticks around, just like you’re in a real arcade, circa ’94! And she loves that, her and her sister discovered the many joys of all the varying versions of Street Fighter 2 at Christmas. The younger one found Chun-Li instantly, girly and cute, and quickly discovered her button mashing 100 foot kick, which she used constantly to defeat her big sister!
So she’s now Chunners forever more, the older one now methodically tries each character until she comes across Eddy Honda and his own 100 hand slap! That’s the end of Chun-Li and all hell breaks loose. There’s screaming, name calling and a strop or two… ah, memories, of the days controllers used to hit the walls, controllers I hadn’t had to buy!
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Also, with Game Share on Xbox, she’s had Street Fighter 6, Hogwarts Legacy, and WWE 2K24. She was keen on Star Wars Outlaws but don’t think she tried that yet and her mam said she couldn’t play the Resident Evil 2 and 4 remakes, ‘cos they were too scary. What kids play now is probably 50-50 gaming and socialising, which we/I could only do face to face back in the day. big boy bent
Inbox also-rans Interested to see what else Shinji Mikami can come up with at his company, but I’ll be honest, he hasn’t really done anything great since he left Capcom/PlatinumGames. If he’s still got one great game left in though, I’d love to see it. Fester
I didn’t realise Slay The Spire is nearly 10 years old. Crazy how time flies. But I guess that explains why there’s been so many clones over the years, they’ve had plenty of time. Lokishat
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Image: Metula is on the frontline of Israel’s war with Hezbollah
After the October 7th attacks, most people evacuated this frontier town fearing an invasion.
In the following years, it was hammered by mortars and missiles fired from Hezbollah.
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And now, yet again, the air is filled with the sound of gun fire and sirens.
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Sky team shelter as Hezbollah strikes Israel
But next to a hollowed out hotel once popular with tourists is a pretty cafe with the doors open. Miry is stacking up the chairs after serving some young Israeli soldiers.
She’s remarkably upbeat and defiant, too. This time, she believes Israel will crush Hezbollah – an Iranian proxy that casts a long shadow over this town.
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Image: Miry is one of the few still living in Metula
Life in extremis
“The fighting feels like we’re going to finish it – for once and for all,” she says.
“You need to understand Hezbollah is not a community group, and they’re not freedom fighters: they’re a terrorist organisation putting at risk not only the Israeli people, but the Lebanese people, and people around the world.”
They need to “eliminate” them, she says emphatically: “Like a cockroach.”
It sounds like extreme language, but life is lived in extremis here. The rubble, the military machinery, the trail of smoke from Israeli interceptors. There’s even concrete benches on a hill alongside picnic tables if you want to take a look-out over the destroyed homes across the border – the remnants of previous battles.
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Image: Many of the buildings here have been devastated
The latest confrontation with Hezbollah has seen fierce clashes and no let-up from either side.
Already hundreds of thousands of Lebanese people have been displaced – an exodus unmatched in Israel.
Image: Remnants of previous battles across the border
‘It’s difficult to live like this’
About 20 minutes drive from Metula is the northern city of Kiryat Shimona. Once a commercial and economic hub, it’s struggled to rebuild after many evacuated following October 7th.
Yamit Yanai Malul, a lawyer with two children, has spent years living with constant jeopardy.
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“It’s difficult to live like this because you don’t know when the missile will catch you,” she says.
“Maybe in the supermarket, or maybe doing something with the kids, so you are always tense.”
Image: Yamit Yanai Malul has stayed behind despite the risks
And yet, she stays. And this time round, she’s hopeful it will make a difference.
“We have a part in this war,” she says.
“We don’t go and run away to another country and find shelter. This is the home and we stay here. And I think we help the government just by being here.”
Maxwell Samuda, 26, who appeared on the ninth season of ITV’s Love Island, has spoken out about health issues which he believes are caused by exposure to the cancer-linked pregnancy drug diethylstilbestrol. Samuda’s grandmother Maureen Day, 78, took the drug in the 1970s and his mother, Natalie Samuda, 50, has also had health problems. The family is backing the call from campaign group DES Justice UK for a public inquiry (Samuda family/PA)
No ScotRail services will operate to or from Glasgow Central High Level on Tuesday, but services operating via Glasgow Central Low Level will continue to run but they will not call at the low-level station
ScotRail has issued an update on the reopening of Scotland’s busiest train station – and it looks like there may be problems for commuters for some time yet.
The fire quickly spread from one shop to the next and eventually spread to the building next door – the train station – which saw part of the iconic building collapse in on itself.
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ScotRail quickly announced trains would not be running come Monday morning, with Glasgow’s rush hour providing a real challenge for commuters with few rail replacement options made available. Now, ScotRail has confirmed Glasgow Central will also remain closed on Tuesday (March 10), alongside another unwelcome update for commuters – which is to expect disruptions to continue for several days to come.
The train service operator stated that no ScotRail services will operate to or from Glasgow Central High Level on Tuesday, with services which normally operate via Glasgow Central Low Level will run but will not call at the low-level station.
Customers are advised to travel to and from Argyle Street or Anderston Station while also checking their journey before travelling, as many routes across the west of Scotland are suspended or operating with alterations due to the fire.
ScotRail is continuing to keep customers updated – including information on impacted routes and details of how to claim refunds on unused tickets – on the ScotRail website, app, and through its social media channels. Station staff are also on hand across the network to help where possible.
Emergency services and Network Rail are still assessing the damage left behind by the great fire, while ScotRail will provide further updates on its services as soon as more information becomes available.
ScotRail chief operating officer, David Ross, said: “Glasgow Central will remain closed on Tuesday while the impact of the fire in the building next to the station is assessed and we expect disruption to continue for several days.
“We’d like to thank our colleagues in the fire and emergency services who worked incredibly hard to tackle the blaze and prevent it from spreading to the station itself. We know this closure will cause significant disruption for our customers, and we’re very sorry for the impact this will have on their journeys.
“Our teams are working hard to keep people moving where possible, and we’d encourage customers to check their journey before travelling using the ScotRail app or website.”
Scottish Fire and Rescue confirmed that crews are still working to cool off hotspots within the stonework of the building, and are working alongside structural engineers to assess the stability of the remaining building.
As of 3.30pm Monday (March 9), eight appliances, including three high-reach vehicles, remained in attendance.
“We cannot speculate on the cause of the fire at this time. In line with fire investigation protocols, a multi-agency investigation will be conducted, however due to the significant damage that has occurred this may be hampered,” a spokesperson said for the fire service, adding that “due to the proximity of the incident to the railway infrastructure and the presence of significant debris, Glasgow Central Station remains closed”.
The proposed introduction of a permanent order prohibiting the overnight parking of motor caravans in Sandsend and North Bay in Scarborough has divided coastal councillors.
It comes as an “overwhelming” portion of responses to North Yorkshire Council’s (NYC) consultation on its Experimental Traffic Regulation Order (ETRO) objected to the scheme.
At a meeting in Whitby last week, councillors said the scheme had successfully addressed issues caused by an “unacceptable level” of motorhomes using certain streets, including impacts on visual amenity and safety.
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However, since its introduction, thousands of residents have reportedly also complained about the “displacement effects” of the order.
Cllr Roberta Swiers, who represents Cayton, said the trial had “obviously not been a success” and recounted how signs notifying motorhome users of the ban were ripped down.
“The signs that were put up were ripped down within hours and thrown over the cliff,” she told a meeting of the Scarborough and Whitby Area Committee.
“So think of the cost of those alone, to be put up and cemented in, only for the same thing to happen before the cement dried, with the signs thrown down the cliffs again. It’s actually vandalism.”
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Readers had their say in the comments section of The Press website.
David Gibson said: “There’s no need for a ban, traffic wardens need training to check habitation checks, and that a vehicle is factory built for the purpose intended of overnight parking.”
Simon Jones said: “Sadly, councils are all too often so intent on restricting campers and motorbikes that they lose sight of the freedom these recreational vehicles are bringing to their owners.
“The majority of people using this form of ‘getting away’ do so with good intentions, sadly, the businesses running organised sites seem to lobby against free pitches in order to hike their tariffs up. The majority of campers are either retired, young families or even disabled folk.
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“They are not trouble-causers, just people trying to live their lives the best they can.”
Janice Gray said: “There are plenty of campsites around and about, but of course, they’d have to pay to park there.
“If only York had free parking at just a couple of places, how good would that be!”
Snowflake spotter said: “As a start, all camper vans that are parking overnight, outside of commercial camping sites anywhere in the UK, should have a ‘Green Warrant’ like New Zealand, i.e. a fixed, certified toilet that can hold three days’ waste.
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“Before some van-lifers object, they can go blame a large percentage of their number who defecate and urinate al fresco.”
Reacting to the news that motorhome parking ban signs were thrown ‘over the cliff within hours’ in Cayton, Pfmaximus89 stated: “It’s disingenuous to blame motorhome people. I have seen local youths in town vandalising property.”
Britain is broken replied: “Caravan and camper van owners have a lot in common with dog owners. 100 per cent selfish.”
A Police Ombudsman investigation into a former officer has revealed shocking allegations
The Police Ombudsman of Northern Ireland investigation into alleged non-recent serious sexual offences by a former police officer has brought new information come to light — with the body highlighting the “victim impact, scale and complexity” of the case.
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The former officer was arrested by Police Ombudsman investigators in December 2025 on suspicion of committing more than 10 non-recent offences, including rape, other sexual offences, and misconduct in public office. These offences are alleged to have occurred between 2000 and 2009, while he was a serving officer.
Hugh Hume, Police Ombudsman Chief Executive, said: “We have identified multiple potential victims, together with a substantial number of witnesses. We have also seized a large volume of material, including a significant amount of digital evidence, during a search operation.“We understand that this news may be distressing for anyone who has been affected or harmed or who has been harmed by a similar experience. We would like to reassure victims that they are not to blame and if they choose to contact us, we will listen, we will investigate and we will do so independently from police.“As the victim impact, scale and complexity of the investigation have become clear, we are now working to ensure that this investigation is carried out in the most timely manner possible. We are, therefore, allocating all available resources to ensure it will be victim-centred, effective and efficient.“Our resources are finite and this means that the timeliness of our other casework may be affected. However, this is the reality of balancing the demands of our complaints across the Office with the need to progress this complex and expanding investigation. If we do not prioritise now, in the long term we risk compromising the service we provide to complainants and victims, and public confidence in this office and the PSNI.”Mr Hume said he would encourage anyone who has concerns about allegations of this nature to contact the Police Ombudsman’s Office on 028 9082 8600, Email: info@policeombudsman.orgVictim Support NI provide services which are trauma-informed, confidential, safe, and free. These include Sexual Offences Legal Advisors (SOLAs) who are qualified lawyers who can offer free legal advice and support to adult victims of serious sexual offences.
The Middle Earth Tavern, at 25-26 Church Street, Whitby, is seeking a pavement licence from North Yorkshire Council.
Jill Blackburn’s proposal states that the application is “for an outdoor seating area to extend the outside area at the front”, it adds, “as agreed and noted following the recent granting of planning permission”.
The application notes that the land is owned by the premises.
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If the pavement licence is approved, the outdoor seating would be used for serving and consuming food and drink.
The website of the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) describes the pub in Church Street as a watering hole “with low ceilings and bare brick walls, a decision made after the flood, bric-a-brac, and numerous references to Tolkien’s fantastical world, after which the pub is named.”
“It overlooks the river Esk and offers various beers, a sizeable lounge, pool room, and outside seating.”
The deadline for representations regarding the pavement licence application is Tuesday, March 10.
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Members of the public who wish to make representations regarding the application should give notice in writing to: North Yorkshire Council, Licensing Services, Town Hall, St Nicholas Street, Scarborough, YO11 2HG or by email to licensing.east@northyorks.gov.uk.
The council’s website notes: “It is an offence knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application punishable on summary conviction by an unlimited fine.”
The Thornliebank-based lighting specialist, which has been in business for 45 years across Scotland and Northern England, has been forced to close stores and make redundancies
Peter Hennessy and Emily Wright
00:20, 10 Mar 2026Updated 00:21, 10 Mar 2026
A well-known family furniture retailer has collapsed into administration, resulting in 11 shop closures and leaving scores of workers facing redundancy.
Pagazzi Lighting, a household name throughout Scotland and Northern England, was established nearly five decades ago and has built its reputation as a leading specialist in decorative lighting, mirrors and home furnishings.
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Yet facing escalating overheads and declining footfall on the high street, the Thornliebank-headquartered firm has been compelled to shutter 11 of its branches and make 70 employees redundant mere days following the appointment of administrators, Daily Express reports.
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Notwithstanding its 45-year trading history, the retailer’s previous accomplishments proved insufficient protection against a “sustained period of poor trading” and growing financial strain, industry specialists have warned.
Even following a significant restructure just two years previously, George Lafferty of BTG was brought in as administrator last week as Pagazzi Lighting grappled with persistent cashflow difficulties amid rising operational expenses and weakening consumer demand.
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Notable casualties include the Braehead Shopping Centre outlet in Glasgow and the Uddingston branch, located south-east of Glasgow city centre. Administrators have confirmed the 11 affected premises officially ceased trading on Wednesday (March 4), The Sun has reported.
Thomas McKay, managing partner of BTG, commented: “The retail sector has seen some very tough months of late in Scotland and this has also affected the lighting sector, mainly due to increasing competition and high trading costs.”
Reduced margins, slower consumer spending and rising operating costs are creating challenges for many high street retailers, and unfortunately, these are the main factors that saw the Pagazzi stores and concessions no longer able to trade. “”The 11 affected stores closed on Wednesday, after BTG consulted with staff about the anticipated closure.
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Sadly, there have been 70 redundancies arising from the unavoidable closure of the retail outlets that were no longer able to trade. “”We are working closely with these individuals affected to assist them with access to their entitlements in conjunction with Partnership Action for Continuing Employment (PACE) and the Redundancy Payments Service, as we provide these staff members with the support and advice they need.”.
The firm’s digital arm, Pagazzi Lighting (Web) Limited, has intervened to purchase the business along with its assets, ensuring the company will survive – albeit in a scaled-back capacity – through its web presence and remaining physical shops.
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Venus comes into alignment with Pluto, bringing self-worth to center stage. Take the plunge into romance and self-expression, with courage from the cosmos.
Cancer, Leo and Virgo, transformation is around the corner. Expect a shift in image or narrative today.
Tackle this powerful placement with boldness and don’t apologise for being authentically you. Take note of those who celebrate your successes.
Ahead, you’ll find all star signs’ horoscopes for today: Tuesday March 10, 2026.
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Venus in your sign forges an alliance with Pluto in Aquarius, so your charm is amplified in the most mysterious way. You’re not only attracting attention you’re encouraging depth, desire and deep transformation. Romantic, creative or collaborative connections take on a more intense tone. Surface activity won’t satisfy and you’re not just turning heads today – you’re also changing hearts.
You’ll be quietly commanding the room even if you’re in the back row. Behind-the-scenes moves have powerful ripple effects now, especially in career or long-term goals. Charm meets strategy and subtle shifts can lead to major and dynamic changes. You may feel a pull towards a new ambition or someone may inspire you to think bigger. Trust your instincts and prepare to surprise yourself.
Conversations can open minds, hearts or doors, and sometimes all three. You may feel drawn to people or ideas that challenge your worldview in the best way. This is a stellar time to network with purpose, set hopes with intention or discuss a project with confidence. Let curiosity guide you towards deeper truths. Remember you’re not just connecting, you’re evolving, and many will notice.
You’re called to step up and explore your potential around career, confidence and connections. You may notice shifts in how others perceive your worth, and it’s time you saw it too. A big change is underway behind the scenes, around shared resources or deep bonds. It’s fine to sweeten the deal, but what do you want and are you ready to own it? Today, subtle strength can be very powerful.
Venus links with Pluto, so your love life, creative talent or personal philosophy is about to get a celestial upgrade. You’re drawing powerful people and ideas your way and they’re not here for small talk. This energy inspires meaningful connections, wild inspiration and daring moves. You’re not only seeking the spotlight, you can turn it on others, too. This is true leadership, Leo.
Everyday routines, work habits or even health choices may get a sensual makeover, so think empowered self-care and pleasure with purpose. There’s hidden beauty in the details, and you’re encouraged to look beneath the surface for lasting change. Relationships, especially behind closed doors or in professional settings, could intensify. Don’t shy away from depth, instead lean into it.
Cosmic messages for Cosmic messages for Virgo today
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Relationships may go through a life-changing twist. Whether it’s romance, a key collaboration or a new interest, you’ll prefer fireworks rather than anything superficial. A connection could intensify quickly, revealing desires or truths you didn’t expect. Your charm is at a peak now, but it’s your courage to be real that could alter everything. This is the moment to let your true feelings show.
The Venus-Pluto link means you’re blending desire and transformation. This energy stirs deep shifts in your habits, health or work dynamics and could morph into something more aligned with your evolving values. Relationships at work may intensify or reveal unspoken truths. You’re not here for surface-level anything and this transit agrees. Small changes now have big ripple effects.
With Venus cosying up to deep Pluto, romance, creativity and daring self-expression all get a boost. Conversations aren’t just clever, they can be brilliant, profound and maybe a little spicy. Someone unexpected could challenge your thinking or stir up feelings. This is a great time to share ideas, make new connections or pour passion into a project. Go ahead and dazzle and really mean it.
It’s time for a soulful renovation, both inside and out. Whether it’s a literal home makeover, a heart-to-heart with family or a shift in your sense of security, you’re being nudged to beautify your foundations. Financial matters may also get a passionate jolt, so invest in growth. Let go of what’s outdated, especially in relationships close to home. A softer space can still be a safe sanctuary.
Conversations now can charm, persuade or provoke deep change, especially if you’re brave enough to speak the truth. This is a prime time for writing, new opportunities or reconnecting with someone who appreciates your gifts. You’re not just sharing ideas, you’re shifting energy. Whether it’s love, art or influence, you are in the spotlight. Use it wisely as your message can be far-reaching.
You’re being asked to own your worth in a deep and possibly unexpected way. Hidden fears or outdated beliefs about money, love or self-esteem may surface, but so will the power to transform them. It’s time to invest in yourself, unapologetically. A private epiphany could shift how you approach abundance or intimacy. Don’t underestimate the quiet strength of inner work right now.
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The town was ‘put on the map for all the wrong reasons’
Residents in the town where Ian Huntley killed two schoolgirls have shared their thoughts after his death at the weekend. Huntley was attacked at HMP Frankland on February 26 by another inmate, which left him blind and fighting for his life.
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After his life support was turned off, Huntley died in hospital on Saturday (March 7). Huntley killed Jessica Chapman and Holly Wells, 10, in Soham on August 4, 2002.
In Soham today, residents have shared their reaction to his death – and their hopes that the town can now move on. One man, who asked not to be named, said “good riddance”.
He added: “Soham has had to deal with so much attention since that horrible thing happened to those poor girls. It’s put the town on the map for all the wrong reasons.” Now that Huntley is dead, he hopes it is the “end for the family of those girls, but also people who live here”.
Another man named Edward, who asked to use only his first name, said the tragedy has “haunted our town since 2002”. Edward added: “It’s not nice that it’s known for that. To whoever killed him, they’ve done the world a favour.
“Now he’s dead, I hope that it’s the end for Soham and for the families because they have been through enough. The girls should be remembered and that horrible man that did the unthinkable should be forgotten.”
Emily didn’t live in Soham in 2002, but understands how much the murder affected the town. She said: “I don’t know what it was like at the time but I know from people in town, it’s all it’s known for and they are sad it is. Personally, I’m happy that he’s dead.
“He has caused so much pain to the girls’ families. He’s put a bad name on Soham and now it should be left alone.”
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One man, who wished to not be named, said he didn’t have much to say about “that vile thing”. He added: “He’s had too much attention already. Now that he’s dead, I hope it’s the end. The girls’ families deserve to be left alone as they have gone through turmoil.”
