Biker who died in crash on A819 near Tullich named by police
Mr Marchand's family have asked for their privacy to be respected at this time.Sgt Kenneth Malaney said inquiries to establish the full circumstances were ongoing and urged anyone with information to contact the force on the non-emergency line.
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- Daily Mail
Couple expecting identical twin girls face heartbreaking dilemma that could see them save one baby to lose the other
When Jack Alexander and his partner went for their early 16-week baby scan, they were delighted to discover they were expecting identical twin girls. But their happiness quickly turned to 'devastation' as they were told their babies were suffering from twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS) - a rare condition which sees one fetus starved of blood and fluid. The couple were soon faced with a heartbreaking dilemma: let one twin die to save the other - or undertake risky laser surgery for a chance at saving both. Determined to fight for both girls, the couple were referred to St George's Hospital in London for specialist treatment - a six-hour round trip from their home in Corfe Mullen, Dorset, which they could be required to make every week. Jack, who has been forced to launch a GoFundMe, told the Daily Mail: 'It's devastating knowing that it could be 50/50. I'm just trying to be positive for my partner as she is very lost at the moment. 'They said obviously if we don't have it done, there is a risk that we could lose one. 'But obviously it does carry risks to it as well.' Jack, a chef, explained 'Twin One' is currently one week behind 'Twin Two' in their development, with midwives unable to see her bladder. 'It was a big shocker for us. We went for our 12-week scan and we didn't know we were having twins, and [the midwife] said we've got identical twins in there,' he said. 'This made us emotional anyway, knowing this was a happy thing. We went for a private scan two days before our 16-week one, just for an early gender reveal, and she said Twin Two has got more fluid in their sack than Twin One. 'She said this could be a problem. 'We hung around, and two days later we went for our 16-week scan at Bournemouth hospital, and they said that they can't see the bladder of Twin One.' The couple, who have three children between them from previous relationships, said they are willing to take the risks that come with laser treatment for a fighting chance of saving both girls. However, this means leaving behind their children - aged six, 10 and 13, for weekly visits to London that will be costly due to travel and hotel stays. 'We have to travel up to London by car. Without traffic it's just over three hours. I think we'll have to do this every week near enough. They've classed her as high risk, so they're doing weekly checks all the time as well,' Jack said. 'We have to travel all the way up, and if she does have this laser treatment, she's going to have to stay up there for a few days, recover, and see how she is.' He added: 'You've got to be positive through this, otherwise you're going to put yourself down. It is heartbreaking, but I need to be strong for my Mrs as well.' The couple have launched a GoFundMe in a desperate bid to raise the funds they will need to travel to London. TTTS is a rare but life-threatening condition that affects 10 to 15 per cent of identical twins that share a placenta (monochorionic twins) This year, former Little Mix star Jesy Nelson revealed she had been diagnosed with pre-twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome, meaning one or both babies could have died. She had to undergo an emergency procedure in March after suffering complications, and was advised to remain in hospital until she was at least 32 weeks into her pregnancy. In May, she confirmed both girls were safe and well - three days after giving birth prematurely. Asma Khalil, Professor of Obstetrics and Maternal Fetal Medicine at St George's Hospital, University of London, recommended that families facing a similar situation to Jesy and her partner contact the charity, Twins Trust, for resources and support. She said: 'TTTS is a rare but life-threatening condition that affects 10 to 15 per cent of identical twins that share a placenta (monochorionic twins). 'If left untreated, you can lose one or both babies in up to 80% of the cases. Laser surgery is the recommended treatment. In 85 per cent of these pregnancies, at least one baby survives and in up to 70 per cent of cases both babies survive. 'The laser surgery is usually performed under local anaesthesia and it usually lasts for less than 30 minutes. A fetoscope (thin camera) is inserted into the womb via a small incision. Abnormal vascular connections in the placenta are sealed using the laser. 'The laser surgery is not a risk-free procedure. It can trigger early birth or a miscarriage. The pregnancy still needs close monitoring. 'Parents could lose one or both babies. As this is a very stressful time for the family, the parents often need emotional support.' If you would like to help Jack and his partner, visit their GoFundMe. WHAT IS TWIN-TWIN TRANSFUSION SYNDROME? Twin-twin transfusion syndrome is a rare but serious condition that can occur in identical pregnancies when twins share a placenta. Abnormal blood vessel connections form in the placenta and prevent blood from flowing evenly between the babies. One twin then becomes dehydrated, which affects its growth. The other develops high blood pressure and produces too much urine. This leads to an enlarged bladder and excessive amounts of amniotic fluid, which can put a strain on the twin's heart, leading to heart failure. Without treatment, TTTS can be fatal for both twins. The condition occurs in about around 15 per cent of identical twins who share a placenta, according to the charity Twins Trust. Around 300 twins die from the condition every year in the UK, while 6,000 babies are affected annually in the US. Draining excess amniotic fluid can help to improve blood flow. If this is not enough, laser surgery is used to seal shut abnormal blood vessels and permanently disconnect them. The surgeon then drains excess fluid. Even when treated successfully, most TTTS babies are born premature. However, the majority go on to have long, healthy lives.
The Sun
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- The Sun
Trump's administration slams Britain for ‘serious restrictions' on free speech over past year
US PRESIDENT Donald Trump's administration has attacked Britain for 'serious restrictions' on free speech over the past year. It said that 'the human rights situation worsened in the United Kingdom' during 2024. 2 A US State Department report cites attempts to 'chill speech' online in the wake of last summer's Southport attack as well as the recent Online Safety Act that polices content on the internet. The report said: 'Significant human rights issues included credible reports of serious restrictions on freedom of expression, including enforcement of or threat of criminal or civil laws in order to limit expression; and crimes, violence, or threats of violence motivated by antisemitism.' One section also highlights arrests made in the wake of the Southport murders following social media commentary. They included Lucy Connolly, who was jailed after posting that migrant hotels should be burned down. Police at the time also told people not to speculate about the identity of the murderer Axel Rudakubana. The report called the ' two-tier enforcement of these laws following the Southport attacks an especially grievous example of government censorship'. It added: 'Censorship of ordinary Britons was increasingly routine, often targeted at political speech.' Yesterday the UK government said: 'Free speech is vital for democracy around the world, including here in the UK, and we are proud to uphold freedoms whilst keeping our citizens safe.' It came as the National Police Chiefs' Council issued new guidance yesterday encouraging forces to disclose the ethnicity of suspects in high profile cases. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper said it would provide 'greater transparency'. Awkward moment Trump blasts 'nasty' Sadiq Khan for 'terrible job'… before Starmer interrupts: 'He's a friend of mine!' 2
BBC News
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- BBC News
Man charged with murder over woman found dead in Smethwick factory
A man has been charged with murder after a woman was found dead at an industrial estate in Miller, aged 41, was found off Woodburn Road just after 06:10 BST on Monday and confirmed dead at the scene. Police said a forensic post mortem had revealed that she died as a result of Midlands Police said Tanveer Singh, 31, from West Bromwich, was arrested on Tuesday and charged with Ms Miller's murder on Wednesday evening. He has been remanded to appear before Wolverhampton Magistrates' Court on Thursday. Two other men have been released with no further force said they believed Ms Miller had been killed in the early hours of the morning at the location where her body was Midlands Police is continuing to ask the public for any information surrounding her movements before 01:00 Ch Insp Alastair Orencas said: "This charge is a significant development in our investigation which remains very much ongoing."Our focus is on getting justice for Shara and her loved ones, and it's important that anyone with information which could help us comes forward."We've been carrying out enquiries in and around Soho Road, Birmingham, where it's understood she was involved in sex work, and we really want to hear from anyone who may have seen Shara on Sunday evening or early Monday morning."The force said it had increased patrols in the area where Ms Miller was found, and around Soho Road as reassurance. Follow BBC Birmingham on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
