The armed gang threatened security and stole designer handbags before fleeing in another vehicle.

999 operator told resident to stay put 18 minutes after fire brigade's decision to evacuate.

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The victim was almost hit by a minicab after being shoved by another pedestrian in central London.

Some people say that deaths on roads are "part of living in a busy city".

Three "beloved" idols and cash were among the items taken during the break-ins.

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Guernsey should be accessible from all over the world on either a direct flight or with one stop, according to the Committee for Economic Development.

In a policy letter about the island's travel links, external, the committee said Guernsey needs to be connected to an "international hub".

While many options - including Amsterdam, Paris and Frankfurt - are detailed, the committee has chosen Heathrow as the ideal airport to connect to.

It said the connectivity and reliability of any route would need to be prioritised over affordability, as the route would be used mainly by business travellers.

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This afternoon will remain dry with sunny spells and patchy cloud.

A mild day with a brisk west to south-westerly breeze.

Maximum Temperature: 12C to 15C (54F to 59F).

A Carlisle man who agreed to house a visiting teenage "county line" drugs dealer in return for heroin has been jailed for seven years.

Peter Kenney, 48, was arrested after police detained a 16-year-old boy from Croydon outside the older man's flat in Eldon Drive.

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The youth had almost £1,500 in his rucksack, the proceeds of about 90 heroin and cocaine deals sold over a special telephone line set up by a London-based drugs gang.

Kenney, a 48-year-old grandfather with a record of 180, was found guilty by a jury at Carlisle Crown Court of conspiracy to supply drugs.

The 16-year-old admitted the conspiracy charge and possessing criminal property and his case was adjourned for sentencing on 26 November.

An image of a suspected thief said to resemble actor David Schwimmer went viral after it was shared.

Peter Kenney housed a teenage drug dealer in exchange for heroin, but became involved in the operation.

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The Committee for Economic Development has outlined its "investment objectives" for Guernsey's travel links.

In a policy letter, external, the committee said it wants to connect to an international hub such as Heathrow, develop links with more airports in the UK and Europe, and make Guernsey accessible from all over the world with a maximum of one connection.

These are their top seven priorities:

• Encourage development of regional connectivity in the UK and Europe through an open skies policy approach
• Security of connection to London Gatwick
• Connection to a major international hub such as Heathrow Airport
• Security of connectivity to Alderney through the operation of a Public Service Obligation
• Attract carriers with proven international connectivity
• Broaden UK and European connectivity
• Access for Bailiwick residents to specialist healthcare and emergency evacuation services

The policy letter will be debated in the States of Guernsey next month.

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All wet wipes sold as "flushable" in the UK have so far failed the water industry's disintegration tests, the BBC has found.

Water companies say wet wipes don't break down and are causing blockages which cost millions to put right.

Manufacturers insist their test is adequate and say sewer blockages are caused by people putting non-flushable wipes down the toilet.

Wet wipes are sold for everything from make-up removal to surface cleaning.

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A man has been charged with murder following the death of a woman from abdominal injuries.

Devi Unmathallegadoo, 35, was found with fatal wounds after emergency services responded to reports of a disturbance at an address in Applegarth Drive, Ilford, at about 07.40 BST on Monday.

Despite hospital treatment she was pronounced dead at 11.00.

Ramanodge Unmathallegadoo, 50, of no fixed abode was arrested at the scene on suspicion of attempted murder. He was taken to an east London police station and was subsequently arrested and then charged with murder.

No other persons are sought in connection with this investigation. The arrested man and woman were known to each other.

Enquiries continue.

Ayodeji Habeeb Azeez, 22, died after being stabbed multiple times

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Charlotte Franks has this morning's top stories from the BBC London newsroom.

BBC Weather

A dry start this morning with plenty of sunny spells.

Staying quite mild despite the breeze.

Top temperature: 14C (57F)

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There are minor delays on the London Overground between Barking and Gospel Oak due to an earlier faulty train at Barking.

An amended timetable remains in place on Southeastern trains due to leaves on the track.

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