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V&A director sparks debate over Beatrix Potter's legacy

Tristram Hunt, director of the V&A, has ignited a cultural debate by suggesting Beatrix Potter's work should be celebrated in Somerset rather than the Lake District. Critics argue this undermines her deep connection to Cumbria.

Somerset signs Jack White from Durham

Somerset has bolstered their squad by signing fast bowler Jack White from Durham, marking a significant move ahead of the new season.

Brits arrested in Croatia over alleged rape

Three British men have been detained in Croatia following allegations of a brutal sexual assault on a local woman, with reports suggesting the attack was premeditated. The incident has sparked outrage and raised concerns over tourist behaviour abroad.

Daniel Gunter gets life for Yeovil murder

A 29-year-old man has been sentenced to life in prison for the horrific murder of a woman in Yeovil, Somerset. The court heard chilling details of the attack.

Student broke cop's nose, lied in court

A student who fractured a police officer's nose during an altercation told a 'bare-faced lie' in court, claiming she didn't realise she had punched a woman, a judge heard.

Schoolboy saves family from carbon monoxide

A quick-thinking 12-year-old from Somerset rescued his family from a potentially deadly carbon monoxide leak after recognising the symptoms from a school lesson.

Trump deportation policy exposed in court

A federal trial has unveiled shocking details about the Trump administration's ideological deportation policy, revealing systemic targeting of immigrants based on political beliefs.

Ghislaine Maxwell subpoenaed in Epstein case

Ghislaine Maxwell has been issued a subpoena to testify in a new lawsuit linked to Jeffrey Epstein, reigniting scrutiny over her role in the infamous sex trafficking case.

Grant Shapps' stalker jailed for harassment

Howard Phillips, who stalked Defence Secretary Grant Shapps, has been sentenced to two years and eight months in prison for a relentless harassment campaign.

Hitwoman's botched frame-up backfires spectacularly

A would-be hitwoman's clumsy attempt to frame her rival by mailing gun parts and ammunition backfires spectacularly as US police trace the parcels back to her using fingerprints, court hears.

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