Injuries reported as two trains collide north of London
Local media say multiple injuries reported after crash near Bedford, but emergency services did not provide details.
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Two trains collide near Bedford, north of London
Media reports say multiple injuries reported, but emergency services did not provide details.
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Backlash for UK MP who linked England World Cup result to women’s safety.
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