At Woolwich Crown Court earlier, a jury reached a unanimous verdict against four individuals. Charlotte Head, aged 30, Samuel Corner, 23, Leona Kamio, 30, and Fatema Rajwani, 21, were all found guilty. The court proceedings concluded with this collective decision from the jury. Each defendant faced the charges before the court, and the evidence led… Continue reading Palestine Action activists guilty of Elbit Systems site raid
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Viking hoard thief stabbed friend after stolen gold row
George Powell, a metal detector enthusiast previously convicted for stealing part of a significant £3 million Viking treasure hoard, has pleaded guilty to stabbing his friend following a dispute over stolen gold. The attack took place at a caravan park in Paignton, Devon, in October 2025, while Powell was evading police capture. The victim, Lewis… Continue reading Viking hoard thief stabbed friend after stolen gold row
Dangerous baby-sleep advice given to parents by self-described experts, secret filming reveals
This BBC report investigates the activities of Alison Scott-Wright, known as the “Magic Sleep Fairy,” who provides baby sleep advice via Instagram and paid video consultations. Despite her popularity and media appearances, concerns have been raised about her qualifications and advice, some of which contradicts NHS guidelines and medical advice. Key points from the report… Continue reading Dangerous baby-sleep advice given to parents by self-described experts, secret filming reveals
Katie Simpson's death exposed 'institutional misogyny' in PSNI
The tragic death of Katie Simpson has brought to light deep-seated issues of “institutional misogyny” and widespread “systemic failures” within the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI). An independent review has emphasized the urgent need for a significant “cultural shift” in the police force. According to the report, the handling of Katie’s case by the… Continue reading Katie Simpson's death exposed 'institutional misogyny' in PSNI
Man, 25, dies after Brixton drive-by shooting
A man has died following a drive-by shooting in south London, prompting a murder investigation by the police. The incident occurred on Coldharbour Lane, Brixton, with emergency services arriving shortly after reports of multiple gunshots at 01:14 BST on Saturday. The fatality has been identified as 25-year-old Keanu Taylor, who was taken to hospital but… Continue reading Man, 25, dies after Brixton drive-by shooting
Counter-terror investigation into east London synagogue fire
Authorities are currently investigating a suspected arson incident at the former East London Central Synagogue located in Whitechapel. The fire was reported early on Tuesday morning at 05:16 BST. According to the Metropolitan Police, initial CCTV footage suggests that the fire was deliberately set. Detective Chief Superintendent Brittany Clarke, who oversees policing in the area,… Continue reading Counter-terror investigation into east London synagogue fire
'Vodafone sold us a dream – the reality was something different'
Two former Vodafone franchise store managers from Lincolnshire, Donna Watton and Rachael Beddow Davison, are part of a group of 62 ex-franchisees taking legal action against Vodafone. The women claim they were burdened with substantial debts and experienced serious mental health difficulties after operating their Vodafone-branded shops. Their legal claim accuses Vodafone of making unpredictable… Continue reading 'Vodafone sold us a dream – the reality was something different'
London Marathon: Record of 1.33 million people apply for 2027 event
The 2027 London Marathon has attracted an unprecedented number of applicants through its public ballot, reaching a record high. A total of 1,338,544 individuals have put their names forward for the race scheduled to take place on 25 April, surpassing last year’s record figure of 1,133,813 applicants. The previous marathon in 2026 set a milestone… Continue reading London Marathon: Record of 1.33 million people apply for 2027 event
Polyamory: Having multiple partners 'is not all about sex'
Naomi Allsworth, a 30-year-old from Pembrokeshire, challenges the common assumption that having multiple partners is primarily about sex. She emphasizes that polyamory—the practice of loving several people simultaneously—relies more heavily on honesty, communication, and organizational skills than on physical intimacy. Naomi highlights the importance of maintaining an effective calendar to juggle relationships, underlining that despite… Continue reading Polyamory: Having multiple partners 'is not all about sex'
Widow of falsely accused murder suspect plans to sue Scottish authorities
The widow of a businessman who was wrongly implicated in a 1997 murder case is appealing to the Indian prime minister to support her family’s effort to take legal action against Scottish authorities. Sougat Mukherjee, who passed away in Mumbai in 2023 at the age of 44, faced years of hardship after being mistakenly accused… Continue reading Widow of falsely accused murder suspect plans to sue Scottish authorities