During the court proceedings, it was revealed that one of the teenagers encountered Guembes in Guildford on January 19, before accompanying him to Stoke Park, where the other teenager was already waiting. According to the prosecution, Guembes had been misled as part of a scheme designed to draw him to the park under the false… Continue reading Teens found guilty of murdering boy, 15, in Surrey park
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Alleged spy told police ‘he would harm himself’ before Maidenhead death
A former Royal Marine and Home Office immigration officer, Matthew Trickett, was found deceased in a park in Maidenhead on 19 May 2024 after being charged with assisting the Hong Kong intelligence service. The inquest revealed that Trickett had expressed to police his intention to harm himself once released from custody. He had been arrested… Continue reading Alleged spy told police ‘he would harm himself’ before Maidenhead death
Tories pledge to cut benefits for children with ‘milder cases’ of ADHD
The Conservative Party has announced plans to save £2.8 billion annually by halting Disability Living Allowance (DLA) payments to families with children diagnosed with “milder cases” of behavioural disorders, learning difficulties, or ADHD. This policy forms part of a broader strategy expected to cut £36 billion from the welfare budget. The proposal targets child DLA… Continue reading Tories pledge to cut benefits for children with ‘milder cases’ of ADHD
Arrests made in Mohamed Al Fayed probe in France, police say
French investigators have interviewed several alleged victims connected to Mohamed Al Fayed as part of an ongoing preliminary inquiry. According to the Paris prosecutor’s office, the investigation focuses on accusations including human trafficking committed by an organized group, aggravated pimping by an organized group, and rape. The inquiry remains active, with digital evidence seized during… Continue reading Arrests made in Mohamed Al Fayed probe in France, police say
Jury discharged in Chloe Mitchell murder trial
The jury in the trial concerning Chloe Mitchell has been dismissed by the presiding judge. Chloe Mitchell disappeared in June 2023, and her remains were discovered a few days afterward. Brandon Rainey, aged 30 and formerly residing on James Street in Ballymena, stands accused of her murder as well as preventing the lawful burial of… Continue reading Jury discharged in Chloe Mitchell murder trial
Tinned food and bottled water sales jump after ‘Be Ready’ campaign launch
In the ten days following the government’s launch of the “Be Ready” emergency preparedness campaign on 22 October, research has shown a significant increase in the purchase of essential items such as bottled water and canned food. Data from retail analytics firm Worldpanel by Numerator reveals that hand sanitiser sales surged by 83%, bottled water… Continue reading Tinned food and bottled water sales jump after ‘Be Ready’ campaign launch
Met Police investigating more ‘potential criminal allegations’ about Russell Brand
The Metropolitan Police have revealed that numerous individuals reached out to them during and after the trial of comedian Russell Brand, offering information or reporting possible criminal allegations. A spokesperson from the Met confirmed that detectives are currently reviewing this material as part of their continuing investigations. Detective Superintendent Andy Furphy, who led the inquiry… Continue reading Met Police investigating more ‘potential criminal allegations’ about Russell Brand
York man, 19, shot and injured in Krakow attack
A British teenager, Harry Marchant, aged 19, is currently in stable condition after being wounded in a shooting incident in Krakow, Poland. The attack occurred around 15:00 local time on Saturday in the bustling Main Market Square. Marchant, who hails from York, was among the injured after the gunman opened fire. The assailant, a 24-year-old… Continue reading York man, 19, shot and injured in Krakow attack
Edinburgh Academy pupils suffered decades of ‘dreadful abuse’
A recent report from the Scottish Child Abuse Inquiry (SCAI) has revealed that pupils at Edinburgh Academy endured decades of severe sexual, physical, and emotional abuse. Chaired by Lady Smith, the inquiry uncovered more than 40 years of abusive behavior at the private school, with evidence largely spanning from 1954 to 1995. The report criticizes… Continue reading Edinburgh Academy pupils suffered decades of ‘dreadful abuse’
US military aircraft leave second UK base
On Monday, at least ten US Air Force refuelling planes departed from a second airbase located in Britain. Flight tracking information reviewed by BBC Verify confirmed that these aircraft left RAF Mildenhall in Suffolk, subsequently landing at various American bases across Europe as well as at Prestwick Airport in Ayrshire. While The Wall Street Journal… Continue reading US military aircraft leave second UK base