Police search properties linked to Mandelson over Epstein investigation

Peter Mandelson is currently the subject of a police investigation after searches were conducted at two properties connected to him, one in Wiltshire and another in north London. The Metropolitan Police are probing allegations that the former Labour minister engaged in misconduct in public office. This inquiry was initiated following claims that Mandelson passed sensitive… Continue reading Police search properties linked to Mandelson over Epstein investigation

Love at first sight sparks Bridgend care home engagement

An engagement might typically be associated with youth, but for Pamela Walters and Colin Hopper, love blossomed later in life, culminating in a joyful commitment between the two. Pamela, aged 85 and originally from Coventry, and Colin, 73, from Blaengarw, Bridgend, first crossed paths while residing in the same care home. Their relationship developed over… Continue reading Love at first sight sparks Bridgend care home engagement

Guantanamo detainee's lawyers claim office raid by UK was unlawful

The High Court has heard that government officials unlawfully entered a barrister’s office and confiscated legal documents kept in her safe during a significant national security case. This case involves allegations that UK intelligence services were complicit in the CIA’s torture of Abu Faraj al-Libi, a suspected al-Qaeda operative detained at Guantanamo Bay. The barrister… Continue reading Guantanamo detainee's lawyers claim office raid by UK was unlawful

Smart motorways not delivering value, new reports show

Recent reports from National Highways have revealed that many smart motorways across England are not delivering the value for money originally anticipated. Among the sixteen projects assessed, only three are on track to meet their expected financial benefits. However, the majority have met safety targets as initially forecast. Two specific schemes—one on the M25 and… Continue reading Smart motorways not delivering value, new reports show

Stathern summer camp leader jailed for drugging and abusing boys

Jon Ruben, a former veterinarian, teacher, and summer camp leader, has been sentenced to over 23 years in prison after it was revealed that he drugged boys with tranquilliser-laced sweets before sexually abusing them. The 76-year-old exploited his position in the community and masked his actions behind a facade of Christianity, according to Leicester Crown… Continue reading Stathern summer camp leader jailed for drugging and abusing boys

Steve Wright given 40 years for Victoria Hall's murder

Steve Wright, a convicted serial killer, has received an additional sentence of 40 years in prison for the abduction and murder of 17-year-old Victoria Hall, along with the attempted kidnapping of another woman over two decades ago. Wright, who is currently serving a whole life term for killing five women around Ipswich in 2006, was… Continue reading Steve Wright given 40 years for Victoria Hall's murder

Suspected Chinese spies arrested in quiet French town

Two men suspected of spying for China have been apprehended in a small village in southwestern France. The village in question, Camblanes-et-Meynac, which is situated roughly 15 miles from Bordeaux and has a population of about 3,000 residents, became suspicious after a house rented through Airbnb was found to have a large parabolic antenna installed… Continue reading Suspected Chinese spies arrested in quiet French town

JD Wetherspoon's assistance dog policy could be breaking the law, watchdog says

JD Wetherspoon’s recent policy requiring disabled customers to show photo identification for their assistance dogs may potentially violate legal protections, according to the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC). The pub chain, which has long prohibited dogs in its UK venues except for assistance animals, introduced this policy in May of last year. Customers entering… Continue reading JD Wetherspoon's assistance dog policy could be breaking the law, watchdog says

More baby formula products recalled over toxin fears

In the UK, a fresh recall has been announced concerning certain baby formula products due to possible contamination, prompting health authorities to advise parents to check any formula they have at home. Danone, the food manufacturer, has specifically withdrawn 14 batches of Aptamil and Cow & Gate first infant and follow-on milk formulas. This action… Continue reading More baby formula products recalled over toxin fears

Caerphilly: Five arrested after 17-year-old dies

A murder investigation has been initiated following the death of a 17-year-old boy in Abertridwr, Caerphilly, with five individuals subsequently arrested. The incident occurred on Lower Francis Street, where Gwent Police responded to reports of a serious injury sustained by a local teenager at approximately 17:45 GMT on Thursday. Upon arrival, officers found the young… Continue reading Caerphilly: Five arrested after 17-year-old dies