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Disaster strikes Llangollen Canal in Shropshire, leaving boats and residents stranded. A massive breach creates a sinkhole, swallowing two boats and leaving seven more high and dry. Fifteen residents evacuate, including Ben Wood, who narrowly escapes his sinking boat. Geoff and Pamela Poole, new boat owners, lose their possessions and cancel their holiday plans. Mick Thomas barely escapes with his teeth. The Canal and River Trust confirms its a rare embankment failure, and recovery efforts begin.

Pavel Durov, the billionaire founder of Telegram, is making waves by offering to cover IVF treatment costs for unmarried women under 38 to conceive with his sperm. Hes already fathered over 100 children through donations and views it as a civic duty. His high-quality, genetically screened sperm is in high demand, with dozens of women responding to his offer last year. Durov plans to open-source his genetic code, but faces a legal dispute over child support. This story explores his unconventional approach to family and legacy amid global infertility concerns.

Scotlands free prescription system for paracetamol under scrutiny as costs soar, with taxpayers footing a bill of over £15 million last year. Critics argue for cost-effective alternatives, while the government defends the systems value for chronic pain management.

Labours new Employment Rights Bill grants public sector union reps more paid time off for union duties, eliminating cost caps and secrecy. Critics argue its a waste of taxpayer money, while the government claims it boosts worker representation and economic cooperation. A Labour-linked think-tank paper proposes reforms, sparking left-wing backlash.

Harlequins Academy Star Jonny Green Signs First Senior Contract: A New Chapter for the London-Based Forward

40-year-old Jamie Gudger, from North Wales, was sentenced to 30 months in prison for stalking and terrorizing his ex-girlfriends over 16 years. He admitted to stalking, criminal damage, and breaching restraining orders. Gudger targeted his ex-wife Sarah Griffiths and psychiatric nurse Natalie Wood, causing deep trauma with his erratic behavior. Both women suffered panic attacks, nightmares, and constant stress. Gudgers history includes assaults, battering an exs dad, and seducing a minor. Despite fleeing police, he taunted them on Facebook from Bristol. The judge deemed him a high risk and unable to handle community supervision, sending him to prison for the safety of his victims.

TransPennine Express Enhances Safety with Police Community Support Officers TransPennine Express, now under government control, is bolstering safety on their northern England rail services. Theyve deployed eight Police Community Support Officers, partnering with British Transport Police. These officers will patrol key routes, handling low-level issues and anti-social behavior, setting a new industry standard for rail safety.

Motorcyclist Seriously Injured in Golborne Crash, Road Closed for Investigation: A motorcyclist was rushed to the hospital after a collision with a car on Bridge Street in Golborne, Greater Manchester. The crash occurred around 6:25 AM on December 23rd, causing heavy traffic and road closure for investigation. No arrests have been made, and the motorcyclists condition is being monitored.

New Epstein Files Released, But Victims and Lawmakers Criticize Redactions and Omissions