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Logan Addison, 19, has been sentenced to five-and-a-half years in prison for causing the death of his girlfriend, 17-year-old Lily-May Vaughan, in a car crash on February 4, 2023, where he lost control while driving dangerously. Despite being banned from driving for eight years, Addison has reoffended multiple times since the incident, prompting her family to call for stricter driving regulations. Need More Context? 🔎

A British man has been arrested in Cyprus on suspicion of espionage and terrorism, allegedly surveilling the RAF Akrotiri base and having links to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. His arrest follows rising tensions between Iran and Israel, with ongoing military actions and threats of broader conflict in the region. Need More Context? 🔎

Passengers on a Thameslink train were forced to evacuate and walk along sizzling tracks due to a breakdown amid a heatwave, with temperatures reaching 34°C. Many complained about unbearable conditions inside the train, likening it to being "slow cooked," as multiple trains experienced similar issues, prompting heat health alerts from the UKHSA. Need More Context? 🔎

Russian President Vladimir Putin, at the St Petersburg International Economic Forum, asserted Ukraine and Russia are "one nation," threatening "catastrophic" consequences if Ukraine uses a dirty bomb. Amid stalled peace talks over territorial disputes, he touted Russia's economic resilience while acknowledging recession risks, emphasizing military modernization and technological advancements from the conflict. Need More Context? 🔎

Rescue teams are searching for additional injuries following a tragic hot air balloon crash in Praia Grande, Brazil, which resulted in eight fatalities and 13 survivors out of 21 passengers. Governor Jorginho Mello expressed shock at the accident and confirmed ongoing support for the victims' families while monitoring the situation closely. Need More Context? 🔎

A Hull woman, 57-year-old Donna Jobling, is in intensive care in Crete after contracting Legionnaires' disease during an all-inclusive holiday. Her family reports she fell ill on June 5, was placed in an induced coma on June 11, and they are praying for her recovery as the source of the infection remains unidentified, prompting Easyjet Holidays to relocate other guests from the hotel. Need More Context? 🔎