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July 15, 2026 · The Independent

New ticket barrier technology installed on UK railway to prevent fare dodgers
High Wycombe station, operated by Chiltern Railways, has installed taller gates with tailgate sensors
Death toll from Bangkok bar fire rises to 32 as 2 more die in hospital
Thai officials say that two more people injured in a huge fire at a Bangkok music bar have died, bringing the death toll
Police issue image of would-be assaulter chased away by dogs
Victoria Police are investigating an attempted attack thwarted after the suspect was chased by the victims’ dogs.
Bank of England governor would have put off Farage meeting had £5m gift been under investigation
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