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JAMAICAN SECONDARY SCHOOL BANS STUDENTS FROM WEARING BABY HAIRS

St. Andrew High School for Girls in Jamaica has sparked controversy by implementing a ban on students styling their baby hairs, commonly known as "edges." The policy has drawn criticism from students, parents, and online communities, with many questioning the appropriateness of such grooming regulations in modern educational settings.

RECORD-HIGH GONORRHOEA AND SYPHILIS DIAGNOSES IN ENGLAND: A GROWING CONCERN

A recent report highlights a worrisome surge in gonorrhoea and syphilis diagnoses in England, as per data from the UK's Health Security Agency (UKHSA). In 2022, gonorrhoea cases increased by 50.3%, reaching a historic high of 82,592 cases, the highest since records began in 1918. Simultaneously, syphilis diagnoses also rose, totalling 8,692 cases in the same year. Health experts emphasise the importance of early detection through testing, particularly for those with new or casual sexual partners.
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OWNER OF PECKHAM HAIR AND COSMETICS SHOP CLAIMS HE IS NOW PENNILESS AFTER LOCALS HAVE REFUSED TO SHOP WITH HIM

The owner of the infamous Peckham Hair Shop, Sohail Sindho, who was seen in a viral lip strangling a customer, has stated he is now penniless.
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CARS DESTROYED AND FLIGHTS SUSPENDED AS FIRE RIPS THROUGH LUTON AIRPORT

Flights at Luton Airport have been halted due to a massive fire that partially collapsed one of its multi-storey car parks.
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SELLING STOLEN WATCHES NOW MORE LUCRATIVE THAN DEALING DRUGS IN LONDON

Gangs are now switching from dealing drugs to selling stolen watches in London as luxury watches fetch record prices in the market this year.
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LUTON COUNCIL RECEIVES ALARMING NUMBER OF CALLS REGARDING BED BUGS

Luton council have revealed they are receiving an "alarming number" of calls from residents to tackle bedbugs amid fears that outbreaks in Paris could spread to the UK.
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METROPOLITAN POLICE ANNOUNCE INCREASE IN OFFICERS OVER ANTICIPATED GAZA PROTESTS

The Metropolitan Police have announced plans to increase the amount of police officers patrolling key areas of London. This comes as a result of the rising tensions between Israel and Palestine.
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ARMED MET OFFICERS REFUSE TO CARRY GUNS IN PROTEST OF CHRIS KABA MURDER CHARGE

Hundreds of armed Met Police officers have handed in their weapons in protest following the arrest and guilty verdict of an unnamed police officer who was found guilty of the 24-year-olds murder. Mr Kaba was fatally shot dead in Streatham Hill in September of last year. A number of officers have taken the decision to step back from armed duties while they consider their position on continuing to be armed agents.
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MET POLICE OFFICER SET TO BE CHARGED WITH THE MURDER OF CHRIS KABA

A met police officer is set to be charged with murder, after he senselessly shot and killed Chris Kaba in South London last year.
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ITV PRESENTER RICHARD MADELEY SLAMMED ONLINE FOR 'DISRESPECT' TO GUYANA PRESIDENT

TV presenter Richard Madeley is currently receiving huge backlash online over an interview earlier this morning with Irfaan Ali, the president of Guyana-discussing his requests for reparations.
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