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Here are the latest breaking news stories from the UK:
Top Stories
- UK economy shrinks by 0.1% in Q1: The UK's economy contracted by 0.1% in the first quarter of the year, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). This is the first quarterly decline since 2012. [BBC News]
- Boris Johnson to face MPs over Partygate: Prime Minister Boris Johnson is set to face MPs in the House of Commons today to answer questions about the Partygate scandal. He has been accused of breaching COVID-19 lockdown rules by attending a party in Downing Street. [The Guardian]
- UK weather: Storm Arwen brings strong winds and rain: Storm Arwen is bringing strong winds and heavy rain to parts of the UK, with warnings of potential power cuts and travel disruptions. [Sky News]
Regional News
- London: Man arrested over murder of 17-year-old girl: A 20-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murdering a 17-year-old girl in London. The girl's body was found in a park in Hackney. [The Telegraph]
- Manchester: Police investigate after man dies in shooting: Police are investigating after a man died in a shooting in Manchester. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning. [Manchester Evening News]
- Glasgow: Firefighters battle blaze at high-rise building: Firefighters are battling a blaze at a high-rise building in Glasgow. The fire is believed to have started on the 12th floor of the building. [BBC News Scotland]
Sports News
- Premier League: Manchester City thrash Liverpool 4-1: Manchester City thrashed Liverpool 4-1 in the Premier League yesterday, with Sergio Agüero scoring a hat-trick. [The Guardian]
- Rugby World Cup: England beat Australia 40-17: England beat Australia 40-17 in the Rugby World Cup yesterday, with Owen Farrell scoring 15 points. [BBC Sport]
- Cricket: England lose to Pakistan in T20 series: England lost to Pakistan in the third T20 match of the series, with Pakistan winning by 10 runs. [Sky Sports]
These are just a few of the latest breaking news stories from the UK. Stay tuned for updates throughout the day!