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Bracing for More: UK Faces Heavy Rain, Strong Winds, and Flooding Risks The UK is preparing for another round of heavy rain and powerful winds, following Storm Gorettis recent impact. With temperatures rising, theres a risk of flooding from rapid snow melt in the north and fresh downpours. Scotland and England have issued flood alerts and warnings, while Wales has three warnings. Power outages and train disruptions have affected thousands, and water supplies are strained in the South East and South West due to burst mains and storm damage. A man in Cornwall tragically lost his life during the storm. Officials advise residents in alert areas to be prepared for travel delays, hazardous driving, and possible flooding. Looking ahead, yellow warnings are in place for heavy rain and winds in north-west Scotland until Monday morning. Milder weather is expected midweek, but a wet and windy stretch is anticipated. Stay safe as conditions evolve.

Tragic Head-On Crash in Bolton Leaves Four Dead, Including Three Teenagers A head-on collision on Wigan Road in Bolton resulted in four fatalities, including three teenagers, and injured five others. The incident occurred around 12:50 AM on Sunday when a red Seat Leon collided with a Citroen taxi. The Seats driver and two passengers, all men aged 18-19, and the taxi driver, a man in his fifties, died at the scene. Witnesses reported hearing a loud bang and seeing debris scattered across the road. Footage from a nearby home captured the impact, showing both vehicles and parts flying in all directions. Fire crews arrived promptly and used cutting tools to free people from the wreckage. Police are now appealing for witnesses to come forward as they investigate the crash. The local community is deeply saddened by the tragedy, and authorities urge everyone to let them handle the probe.

Bryson Recycling, in collaboration with the local council, is addressing widespread missed bin collections in Antrim and Newtownabbey. After a positive meeting, they are recruiting and training new staff to restore services. However, residents frustration remains high due to prolonged collection issues, with some going without pickup for weeks. Bryson will face questions at the full council meeting to regain trust in the service.

Thousands stranded in Finland as brutal cold snap hits Europe, causing flight cancellations and travel chaos. Finns and Germans face harsh conditions, with schools closed and train services disrupted. Baltic countries issue blizzard warnings, urging drivers to stay off the roads.

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Four teenagers and a taxi driver tragically lose their lives in a Greater Manchester car crash. The red Seat Leon collided with a Citroen taxi on Wigan Road in Bolton. Police seek witnesses to help unravel the cause, as the community mourns the loss of young lives.

Lord Peter Mandelson, former UK ambassador to the US, defends his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein, refusing to apologize directly to victims. He admits to misplaced loyalty, but claims ignorance of Epsteins crimes, blaming a broken system for ignoring victims voices. Emails reveal Mandelsons support for Epsteins early release, leading to his dismissal by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.