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Firefighters investigating a devastating blaze at a zoo and soft play centre have discovered a baby tortoise that somehow survived the inferno.The tortoise was found alive during the ongoing probe into the fire that tore through The Jungle Box, on the Watermill Industrial Estate in Buntingford, Hertfordshire, in the early hours of Wednesday morning.Initial fears were that every animal housed within the building had perished in the fire, with meerkats, owls, iguanas, giant tortoises and a 16-foot snake among the creatures that tragically did not survive.Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue Service shared the more uplifting news of the reptile’s survival on…

Three by-elections this week have exposed how progressive parties have been able to sneak wins at the expense of Reform UK and the Tories.Mid-term contests across Berkshire, Cheshire and Hertfordshire have shown how the Greens and the Liberal Democrats have been able to pose a threat to the right-wing vote, which remains divided.In Hemel Hempstead’s Apsley & Corner Hall, the Liberal Democrats were victorious in their bid to bat off rivals with some 33 per cent of the vote.However, with the Tories on 18 per cent and Reform UK on 25 per cent, a joint ticket on the right could…

The release of the King’s Birthday Honours List 2026 provides an opportunity to recognise outstanding service and contribution across British society.Close to 1,200 individuals across the United Kingdom have been recognised, celebrating exceptional contributions to British society and communities nationwide.Rugby league legend Kevin Sinfield stands among the most prominent recipients, receiving a knighthood for his distinguished sporting career and tireless efforts raising funds for Motor Neurone Disease research and affected families.Dame Helen Mirren has been elevated to Companion of Honour, one of the most prestigious distinctions in the honours system.Half a dozen Lionesses who triumphed at the European Championship also…

Rugby league legend Kevin Sinfield has been awarded a knighthood in the King’s Birthday Honours for his tireless fundraising efforts for motor neurone disease charities and his contributions to both codes of rugby.The 45-year-old former England captain has raised over £10 million through six gruelling endurance challenges, all inspired by his late Leeds Rhinos teammate Rob Burrow, who passed away in 2024 after battling MND for four-and-a-half years.Sir Kevin expressed his gratitude, saying: “I am deeply honoured and grateful to receive this award on behalf of the rugby and MND communities.”He added: “I am particularly proud to follow in the…

Real Madrid expect to complete Bernardo Silva signing, Bayern Munich confident of deal for Marcus Rashford, Manchester United win race to sign Mateus Fernandes.Real Madrid are expected to complete the signing of Portugal midfielder Bernardo Silva, 31, to kick off Jose Mourinho’s second spell at the club, when his contract expires at Manchester City later this month. (Mail – subscription required), externalBayern Munich believe they can secure the signing of Manchester United and England forward, Marcus Rashord, 28, following positive talks with his representatives. (Teamtalk), externalManchester United are increasingly confident of landing Portugal and West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes, 21,…

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Here we go. Sir Keir Starmer today declared he will take on Andy Burnham, or anyone else, in a battle to be leader of the Labour Party.Asked if he was “determined” to take part in any future contest, Sir Keir told the BBC: “Well, I don’t think it should happen, but if it does, then I will fight. “And let me just be clear with you. That’s not about personal vanity. “It’s not about stubbornness. It’s out of a very deep sense of duty.”I was elected to serve this country notwithstanding the difficult circumstances; that is what I am doing.”The…

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Heated towel rails that use too much power create an “avoidable cost to society” and should be banned from sale, Labour has said. Underfloor heating systems and storage heaters that are classed as inefficient will also be removed from sale, in a bid to cut energy waste and carbon emissions.The rules, which also cover gas space heaters, are part of the drive to Net Zero and are aimed at ensuring only the most efficient systems are available. They will bring Britain more in line with EU regulations.No one will be forced to remove existing systems according to Labour, and the…

A Eurovision favourite who delivered one of Australia’s strongest-ever performances at the song contest has been unveiled as the third celebrity taking part in Strictly Come Dancing 2026. The BBC announced the latest addition to the ballroom competition on Friday across the show’s social media platforms, including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and YouTube.Delta Goodrem recently represented Australia at the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna with her track Eclipse, finishing in fourth place and securing one of the country’s best results in the competition’s history.With a career spanning more than two decades, the chart star has established herself as one of Australia’s…