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Donald Trump's lawyers call BBC's Panorama defence 'untenable'
Donald Trump’s legal team has strongly criticized the BBC’s defense arguments in a US court filing related to his multi-billion dollar defamation lawsuit. They described parts of the BBC’s response as “untenable,” “misplaced,” and “unpersuasive” in regard to claims surrounding a Panorama documentary that featured an edited version of Trump’s January 6, 2021 speech. This… Continue reading Donald Trump's lawyers call BBC's Panorama defence 'untenable'
Lord of the Dance: Show 'will go on' as Flatley obtains emergency injunction
Michael Flatley, renowned as the creator of the iconic show Lord of the Dance, has secured an emergency injunction aimed at preventing any disruption to the upcoming 30th anniversary performance scheduled to take place at Dublin’s 3Arena. This temporary legal order was granted by the High Court in Belfast amidst reports suggesting that the Thursday… Continue reading Lord of the Dance: Show 'will go on' as Flatley obtains emergency injunction
'Finally got him to go today': Mandelson's emails to Epstein on Gordon Brown
Peter Mandelson’s reputation as a skilled political strategist was so valued by successive Labour prime ministers that despite his controversial past, he was repeatedly entrusted with key government positions. However, newly released emails by the US Department of Justice reveal that Mandelson may have sought political advice from US financier Jeffrey Epstein, who had a… Continue reading 'Finally got him to go today': Mandelson's emails to Epstein on Gordon Brown
Prisoners to be released earlier in bid to end jail overcrowding
Scotland is preparing to release hundreds of prisoners early as part of new measures aimed at reducing the overcrowding crisis within its prisons. This initiative comes in response to the country’s prison population reaching a record high last year. Justice Secretary Angela Constance explained that adjusting the automatic release point for certain short-term inmates aims… Continue reading Prisoners to be released earlier in bid to end jail overcrowding
Firefighter widow criticises 'painful' three-year wait in case
The wife of a firefighter who tragically lost his life while responding to a fire at the former Jenners building in Edinburgh has announced her intention to appeal directly to the Lord Advocate due to significant delays in the investigation of his death. Shelley Martin, aged 39, expressed her deep frustration over the prolonged wait… Continue reading Firefighter widow criticises 'painful' three-year wait in case
'Peacemaker' Liam Derrett killed trying to break up fight in Ilkeston
Liam Derrett, a 19-year-old described as a “peacemaker,” lost his life after attempting to intervene in a violent clash between two groups. The incident occurred on 1 June 2025 outside a pub in Market Place, Ilkeston, Derbyshire. According to court reports, Liam was struck from behind by Joshua Harris with a force likened to a… Continue reading 'Peacemaker' Liam Derrett killed trying to break up fight in Ilkeston
One million people miss HMRC tax return deadline
According to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), approximately one million individuals failed to meet the deadline for submitting their tax returns and are now subject to penalties. The UK tax authority reported that 27,456 people filed their returns during the last hour before the midnight deadline on Saturday for the 2024-25 tax year. HMRC also… Continue reading One million people miss HMRC tax return deadline
Four held in £3m illegal TV streaming raids
Authorities have apprehended four individuals suspected of operating an illegal TV streaming network that is believed to have generated millions in revenue. Raids conducted in areas across Greater Manchester and Lancashire led to the seizure of 10 servers along with high-end equipment valued at approximately £750,000. Among those arrested were a 40-year-old man from Blackpool,… Continue reading Four held in £3m illegal TV streaming raids
RE in NI schools: Paul Givan says Christianity will remain central to syllabus
The education minister, Paul Givan, has confirmed that Christianity will continue to hold a central place in the Religious Education (RE) curriculum in schools across Northern Ireland. However, he also revealed plans to revise the syllabus to incorporate teachings about other major religions and philosophical traditions. This change will see the establishment of a new… Continue reading RE in NI schools: Paul Givan says Christianity will remain central to syllabus