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July 29, 2023

A man was found dead on a Glasgow street with serious injuries. An 18-year-old man has been arrested. Labour Party leader, Keir Starmer, has changed his stance on trans rights, sparking debate. Sadiq Khan has won a legal battle to expand London's emissions zone. Rollercoaster riders were left stranded at an extreme angle but were safely evacuated. Police have recovered two abandoned motorbikes in a hit-and-run investigation."

Man Found Dead on Glasgow Street, Arrest Made

A man has been found dead with serious injuries on a street in Glasgow. An 18-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident, which is being treated as isolated. Police inquiries are ongoing.

Labour Leader Shifts Stance on Trans Rights

Labour Party leader, Sir Keir Starmer, has changed his position on self-identification for transgender individuals, emphasizing the importance of safe spaces for women. The policy change has sparked debate within the party, with some expressing concern while others welcome the shift.

Sadiq Khan Triumphs in Legal Battle Over Emissions Zone Expansion

London Mayor, Sadiq Khan, has won a legal battle to expand the city's Ultra Low Emissions Zone (ULEZ), despite facing opposition from critics within his own party. The High Court ruled in favor of Khan, affirming his authority to implement the expansion, but challenges from party members remain.

Rollercoaster Riders Left Stranded at Extreme Angle

Passengers on the Rage rollercoaster at Adventure Island in Southend were left hanging in the air for up to 40 minutes after the ride broke down. The park's team successfully evacuated all riders within the given timeframe. The incident follows a previous malfunction on another ride in 2019.

Abandoned Motorbikes Recovered in Hit-and-Run Investigation

Police in Walsall have recovered two abandoned motorbikes as part of their investigation into a hit-and-run incident that claimed the life of a seven-year-old girl. A 14-year-old boy has been arrested and released on bail. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.