A 13-year-old schoolgirl has been charged with the murder of a woman, believed to be Marta Bednarczyk, 43, following a house fire on Newcomen Road in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire. The girl, who cannot be named for legal reasons, is also accused of arson with attempt to endanger life. The victim’s preliminary cause of death is believed to be from a “sharp force injury,” with police continuing their investigation and asking the public to avoid the area.
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Disposable vapes officially banned in the UK from today
As of June 1, 2025, disposable vapes are banned across the UK, affecting all retailers and online sales, due to environmental concerns and rising youth usage. The ban, which targets single-use devices like Elfbar and Lost Mary, aims to reduce plastic waste and prevent nicotine addiction among young people, with penalties for non-compliance reaching unlimited fines or jail time. While reusable vapes remain available, there are concerns from industry advocates about potential increases in smoking...
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