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Alex Duval Smith is now in Dakar, Senegal. She is working for the BBC but happy to provide advice. She is one of the most experienced journalists covering Africa, having reported from most countries on the continent in the past 15 years.
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Ilkeston: Two people in hospital with serious injuries after fire
Two individuals sustained serious injuries and were hospitalized following a fire in Ilkeston, Derbyshire. The incident occurred at a property in Hallam Court, with police responding around 17:45 BST. Derbyshire Police have not released further details at this time.
Leicester: Attempted murder arrest after city shooting
A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following a shooting incident in Leicester, where a firearm was discharged into a stationary car, injuring a man in his 30s. Leicestershire Police have arrested a 48-year-old man who remains in custody for questioning. A police cordon is in place at the scene, with officers engaging with local residents.
Double killer battered neighbour to death while on licence, jury told
Lawrence Bierton, a convicted double murderer released on licence, is accused of murdering his neighbour, Pauline Quinn, 73, with a coffee table. Bierton, who was jailed in 1996 and released in 2020, denies the murder on grounds of diminished responsibility. The attack's brutality was evidenced by blood stains and skull fractures. Bierton admitted to killing Quinn but disputes the murder charge, claiming diminished responsibility. He also faces a theft charge for allegedly taking Quinn's Renault Clio. The trial is ongoing.
Tanzanian student taken hostage by Hamas confirmed dead
The Tanzanian government confirmed the death of Clemence Felix Mtenga, a student taken hostage by Hamas during their attack on Israel. Mtenga, along with another Tanzanian student, Joshua Mollel, was part of an agricultural internship program in Israel. The Tanzanian foreign ministry is coordinating with Israel to repatriate Mtenga's body, while Mollel's status remains uncertain. The attack by Hamas resulted in over 230 hostages and at least 1,200 deaths. Hamas claims to have hidden the hostages in Gaza.
Braybrooke track repairs to cause rail disruption for days
Train services in the Braybrooke area of Northamptonshire will face continued disruption due to track instability caused by recent storms. Network Rail is undertaking essential work to stabilize the embankment, which involves installing soil nails and other materials. This work is expected to cause disruptions in the Market Harborough area into next week. East Midlands Railway has adjusted its services, including diversions and shuttle services, to manage the situation. Officials from Network Rail and East Midlands Railway have apologized for the inconvenience and thanked customers for their patience.
'Extremely rare' 500-year-old textiles stun Antiques Roadshow expert
An Antiques Roadshow expert was astonished by the discovery of a 500-year-old Elizabethan textiles collection, including a rare ivory silk satin sleeve and sleeve support, during filming at Wollaton Hall in Nottingham. The items, believed to be worth at least £100,000, belonged to the Willoughby family and are in exceptional condition. Experts Hilary Kay and Ninya Mikhaila expressed their excitement and amazement at the find.
European judges reject appeal over ill baby's case
European judges have rejected an appeal by the parents of Indi Gregory, a critically ill baby with mitochondrial disease, to continue her life-support treatment. The High Court had previously allowed doctors to withdraw support, a decision upheld by the Court of Appeal. The parents, supported by the Christian Legal Centre, unsuccessfully sought to prevent the withdrawal of treatment at the European Court of Human Rights. Indi is being cared for at Nottingham's Queen's Medical Centre, where medics have stated they can do no more for her.
Indi Gregory: European judges reject appeal over ill baby's case
European judges have rejected an appeal by the parents of Indi Gregory, a critically ill baby with mitochondrial disease, to continue her life-support treatment. The High Court had previously ruled in favor of withdrawing support, a decision upheld by the Court of Appeal. The European Court of Human Rights also declined to intervene. Indi's parents, supported by the Christian Legal Centre, sought to prohibit the withdrawal of life-sustaining treatment. Medical professionals at Nottingham's Queen's Medical Centre stated that further treatment would be futile and painful. The NHS describes mitochondrial disease as incurable.
Man arrested after girl, 14, fatally struck by car
A 14-year-old girl was killed and another injured when a black Vauxhall Astra left the road and struck them in Leicester. A 37-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and driving with an alcohol level above the legal limit. Leicestershire Police are seeking witnesses and any relevant CCTV or dashcam footage from the area.
Man arrested after girl, 14, fatally struck by car
A 14-year-old girl was killed and another injured after being struck by a car in Leicester. A 37-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and driving with an alcohol level above the legal limit. Leicestershire Police are seeking witnesses and any relevant footage from the public.
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