Mark Gordon, who was found guilty of numerous sexual offenses, including rape, in Florida in 1989 when he was just 14 years old, had his past convictions unveiled to a jury during a retrial at the Old Bailey in London. Alongside his partner Constance Marten, Gordon is facing charges related to the gross negligence manslaughter… Continue reading Mark Gordon previously convicted of rape in US, Old Bailey retrial told
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Body found in Baitings Reservoir near Ripponden during search for girl
In West Yorkshire, a tragic discovery was made at Baitings Reservoir as police found a body during the search for a teenage girl who was reported to have fallen in. The incident unfolded on Wednesday afternoon when emergency crews responded to reports of a person in the water at the dam near Ripponden. An underwater… Continue reading Body found in Baitings Reservoir near Ripponden during search for girl
Tories in bias accusation after Douglas Ross kicked out of FMQs
Former Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross was asked to leave the Holyrood chamber after being ejected from First Minister’s Questions at the Scottish Parliament for interrupting John Swinney while he was answering a question. The Scottish Conservatives criticized presiding officer Alison Johnstone, accusing her of bias against their party. Ross expressed concerns about Johnstone’s conduct… Continue reading Tories in bias accusation after Douglas Ross kicked out of FMQs
Murder suspect was on the run from police, Ipswich Crown Court told
At the Ipswich Crown Court, Roy Barclay, 56, faced charges of murdering Anita Rose, 57, in a horrific assault that resulted in her death. The court heard that Ms. Rose was found with serious injuries after being attacked while walking her dog in Brantham, Suffolk, on July 24. It was revealed that Mr. Barclay had… Continue reading Murder suspect was on the run from police, Ipswich Crown Court told
Youngest Liverpool parade crash victim was nine, say police
In Liverpool, a disturbing incident occurred during the city’s victory parade, where a car plowed into crowds, injuring a range of individuals from nine to 78 years old. The youngest victim, a nine-year-old, was among those harmed in the chaotic event on Water Street. Merseyside Police have been actively investigating the situation and are currently… Continue reading Youngest Liverpool parade crash victim was nine, say police
Gold ring found 'gleaming in the sunshine' in Norfolk field
In a thrilling discovery, a metal detectorist stumbled upon a centuries-old gold mourning ring that was “gleaming in the sunshine.” Malcolm Weale, 53, found the ring in a field near Thetford, Norfolk, back in August. The intricate piece of jewelry is believed to be linked to an ancestor of Gawdy Hall Estate in Harleston and… Continue reading Gold ring found 'gleaming in the sunshine' in Norfolk field
Middlesbrough hoarder 'didn't know' behaviour was mental disorder
Susan Lindo, a 59-year-old woman from Middlesbrough, had always believed that her hoarding tendencies were a result of laziness. Her home with her husband Robert was filled to the brim with various items, making it difficult to move around freely. Climbing over bags just to reach their bed became a nightly routine for Susan. However,… Continue reading Middlesbrough hoarder 'didn't know' behaviour was mental disorder
Brazilian butt-lift injector banned from carrying out cosmetic procedures
BBC News Investigations by Shona Elliott A recent BBC investigation has led to the ban of a self-proclaimed “beauty consultant” named Ricky Sawyer from conducting cosmetic procedures in England and Wales. The inquiry revealed that Sawyer was administering dangerous Brazilian butt-lift (BBL) treatments, involving the injection of large amounts of dermal filler into clients’ buttocks… Continue reading Brazilian butt-lift injector banned from carrying out cosmetic procedures
Vaccination plea after measles cases surge in Scotland
Health experts are issuing a warning about the resurgence of measles in Scotland. The number of cases so far this year has already exceeded the total for the whole of last year. The rise in cases is raising concerns due to low vaccination rates in certain areas, potentially leading to a further outbreak of the… Continue reading Vaccination plea after measles cases surge in Scotland
Wales could lose 'half a billion' in welfare reforms
Felicity Evans, the Money editor at BBC Wales News, reported a concerning analysis revealing that the disability welfare reforms proposed by the UK government could result in a significant financial impact on the incomes of people in Wales. The analysis, conducted by data analytics company Policy in Practice, suggests that by 2029-30, Welsh residents could… Continue reading Wales could lose 'half a billion' in welfare reforms