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1. Starmer under pressure as he seeks to weather Mandelson storm

   The Prime Minister said that ‘none of us knew the depth of the darkness’ of the peer’s relationship with Epstein

2. Serial killer to be sentenced for murdering teenager in 1999

   Steve Wright is serving a whole-life prison sentence for the murders of five women in Ipswich but it is the first time he has admitted any killings.

3. Former vet who drugged wife while he sexually assaulted children to be sentenced

   Summer camp leader Jon Ruben, 76, laced sweets with tranquillising drugs and attacked two children after playing ‘a sweet game’ with the youngsters.

4. ‘No end in sight’ after parts of UK see rain every day so far in 2026

   South-west England and South Wales experienced a far wetter than average January, the Met Office said.

5. Campaigners launch legal action in bid to stop puberty blocker trial

   A number of high-profile names have expressed their opposition, including Harry Potter author JK Rowling.

6. Almost one in four shop-bought soups exceed Government salt targets – study

   Action on Salt and Sugar warned that suggested serving sizes on packs could understate the actual salt intake.

7. Teacher discharged from hospital after alleged assault by pupil in school

   A 15-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and remains in police custody.

8. Six Nations 2026 table, fixtures, schedule and results as France take early lead

   Find out when and where to watch every game

9. Home Office releases migrant deportation flight footage as ministers face increasing pressure over immigration

   Almost 60,000 foreign criminals and illegal migrants have been removed or deported from Britain since June 2024

10. France vs Ireland LIVE: Six Nations result, latest updates and reaction as holders victorious in opener

    Title rivals meet in heavyweight curtain-raiser as Antoine Dupont returns