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Harry Brook will captain England in the ODI series against Australia, stepping in for the injured Jos Buttler. This series marks a significant moment as Brendon McCullum prepares to unify the coaching roles in January, with Brook expected to implement the aggressive 'Bazball' style. Jofra Archer returns after 18 months.
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Aldi UK has announced plans for significant expansion, including 23 new stores and a £800 million investment, despite a slowdown in sales growth to 0.5% in 2024. The budget retailer faces stiff competition from rivals like Tesco and Sainsbury's, which have implemented price-matching strategies to regain customers.
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Police Scotland has arrested a 52-year-old man in connection with the murder of 23-year-old Brodie MacGregor, whose body was discovered in a Glasgow flat. The investigation, named Operation Sesheta, follows a postmortem examination that prompted the murder inquiry. Authorities are seeking public assistance for information.
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A mother mourns her husband and three young sons found dead in their Staines home on August 31. Police believe it was an isolated incident with no third-party involvement. The family had recently returned from Poland, and an investigation is ongoing.
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The UK High Court has ruled against the proposed Whitehaven coalmine, marking a significant legal precedent for fossil fuel projects. The ruling follows a Supreme Court decision emphasizing the need to consider greenhouse gas emissions from burning fossil fuels in planning decisions. The Labour government has withdrawn support for the mine, citing legal errors in its approval.