Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester, warns that Sir Keir Starmer must extend HS2 from Birmingham to Manchester to prevent a disastrous impact on the North. Burnham criticizes the previous government’s decision to halt the high-speed rail link in Birmingham, which will result in slower train services in the region. He urges the Prime Minister to reverse this decision and prioritize the completion of HS2 to ensure the North’s economic prosperity.
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Sweden Mourns Shooting at Orebro School
Sweden is reeling after the worst mass shooting in the country's history, with at least 11 people killed at an adult education center in Orebro. The shooter, who acted alone, remains unidentified, and authorities have not determined a motive. Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson ordered flags at half-staff, while the school remains closed as families gather to mourn the victims. Full Article
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