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Wed, 13 May 2026 06:43:14 +0100
Starmer meets rival Streeting amid leadership revolt
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has met his Health Secretary Wes Streeting, one of his key rivals for the Labour leadership, after a tumultuous few days in which four ministers resigned and at least 80 MPs called for him to quit.

Wed, 13 May 2026 04:34:00 +0100
Trump says he does not need China's help to end Iran war
US President Donald Trump has said he does not think he will need China's help to end the war with Iran, even ⁠as hopes for a lasting peace deal dwindled and Iran tightened its grip over the Strait of Hormuz.

Wed, 13 May 2026 07:00:00 +0100
Child abuse sites using paywalls to evade detection
An increasing number of internet platforms featuring Child Sexual Abuse Material are using paywalls and restricted-access systems in an effort to avoid authorities.

Wed, 13 May 2026 07:00:01 +0100
100k patient record requests amid lack of online system
The Irish Patients' Association has said the absence of a national electronic patient record system means thousands of patients have to legally request access to their own health records from many sources.

Wed, 13 May 2026 08:37:39 +0100
Call for change amid decrease in breath tests on roads
The number of breath tests carried out on Irish roads has plummeted in recent years despite an increase in the number of licenced drivers, with campaign groups saying the Government must now "call time on drink driving".

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