Bus passenger says driver was a hero after necklace theft
A passenger said the bus driver who recovered her necklace and intervened when she felt threatened 'didn't deserve' to be sacked; an employment tribunal later upheld the dismissal.
2026/02/03
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Epstein files include more names in US government release
A US release on 30 January added millions of Epstein-related pages, images and videos and listed additional prominent figures; appearing in the documents is not evidence of wrongdoing. Some lawmakers say further documents may still be withheld.
2026/02/03
Ethiopia's prime minister accuses Eritrea of mass killings.
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed told parliament that Eritrean troops were involved in the Tigray war and accused them of mass killings; Eritrea denied the allegation. Renewed clashes in Tigray have been reported and flights to the region were canceled.
2026/02/03
Glasgow hospital oversight group created after infection concerns
Health Secretary Neil Gray announced an independent oversight group for the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital to boost public confidence; prosecutors are investigating seven deaths for possible links to the hospital environment.
2026/02/03
Dunamanagh recalls 1985 Tyrone JFC win and a player’s FA Cup tie with Manchester United
A reunion in Strabane revived memories of Dunamanagh's 1985 Tyrone Junior Football Championship triumph and reunited former players, including Leonard Devine who spoke about playing for Hereford United against Manchester United in an FA Cup fourth-round tie.
2026/02/03
West Belfast plan submitted to turn former GP surgery into a home for Relatives For Justice
An application has been lodged with Belfast City Council to change the former Glen Road GP surgery at 1a Norfolk Parade into a community advice centre and office for Relatives For Justice, with the neighbour consultation open until February 12.
2026/02/03
Potoroos digging for truffle-like fungi may eat fewer species as temperatures rise
Researchers analysed 23 years of long-footed potoroo scats and found that warmer conditions were linked with potoroos consuming fewer species of truffle-like fungi, which could affect fungal dispersal and tree–fungus partnerships.
2026/02/03
Disney's new CEO is Josh D'Amaro
Josh D'Amaro, who has led Disney's parks for decades, will succeed Bob Iger as CEO and will oversee studios, streaming services and the global parks business; company leaders framed the move as a step toward orderly leadership after earlier succession turmoil.
2026/02/03
Vonn's downhill bid after ACL tear is extraordinary but possible
Lindsey Vonn ruptured her ACL and plans to ski with a brace; a U.S. musculoskeletal expert said an Olympic return would be extraordinary but not impossible. She is scheduled to begin downhill training on Thursday and is targeting Sunday's downhill.
2026/02/03
Donkeys looking for love this Valentine's Day
The Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary at Wroxall says four 'Lonely Hearts' donkeys are available for adoption to help support lifelong care; adopters receive updates and photos from the sanctuary.
2026/02/03
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