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Lords vote decriminalizes women for abortions outside law

7-Eleven closing 600+ stores in North America overhaul

7-Eleven is reportedly closing more than 600 stores across North America this year as part of a broader plan by parent company Seven & i Holdings to clean up its finances before a planned initial public offering in 2027. The closures signal a total overhaul of the business model, moving toward a hybrid approach that blends a traditional convenience store with a grocery store and a fast-food restaurant.

Dolls Hung in Nooses at Stockholm Target Iranian Exile Prince

Three dolls with the faces of Iranian exile prince Reza Pahlavi and two Swedish politicians were hung in nooses at Sergelstorg in Stockholm, with a sign labeling them 'mass murderers, executioners, and lackeys'. Pahlavi is in Sweden at the invitation of the Sweden Democrats and Christian Democrats.

Four arrested in Kenya over Scottish businessman's murder

Four men have been arrested in Kenya following the murder of Scottish businessman Campbell Scott, whose body was discovered dumped in a sack of pineapples. According to detectives in Kenya, the arrests came after an intelligence-led, multi-agency operation in the coastal town of Ukunda.

Meningitis Outbreak in Kent Prompts Vaccination Drive and Scam Alerts

A meningitis outbreak in Kent has caused two deaths and 20 confirmed cases, leading to a targeted vaccination programme. Scammers are exploiting the situation with fake NHS messages, reports indicate.

Oliver Berg Faces Former Club Djurgården in Swedish Cup Loss

IF Brommapojkarna lost 0-2 to Djurgårdens IF in a decisive Swedish Cup group stage match on Sunday, with former Djurgården player Oliver Berg facing his old club. The loss eliminated Brommapojkarna from the competition.