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Two men accused of being Chinese spies had charges against them dropped by prosecutors in September, leading to denials from Downing Street about any government involvement in the collapse of the trial. Christopher Cash and Christopher Berry, who both denied the accusations, had been facing charges under the Official Secrets Act since April 2024. Several… Continue reading No 10 denies government involved in collapse of China spying case

A suspected arsonist has been taken into custody after a fire broke out at a mosque in East Sussex. The incident occurred on Monday afternoon, with Sussex Police confirming that a 46-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life. CCTV images of two suspects had been released by officers following… Continue reading Man arrested over suspected arson at Peacehaven mosque

During the trial at Leicester Crown Court, it was revealed that a Polish national, Karen Spragg, and Julia Wandelt had engaged in a relentless campaign of harassment against Kate and Gerry McCann, the parents of missing child Madeleine McCann. Over a span of two and a half years, the defendants allegedly sent emails, made phone… Continue reading Woman who claimed to be Madeleine McCann 'stalked missing girl's parents'

A man from Cheshire who likened himself to the Kardashian family and scammed victims out of thousands of pounds for designer handbags has been sentenced to jail. Jack Watkin, 26, who previously resided on Wilmslow Road in Alderley Edge, funded his lavish lifestyle by deceiving businesses and individuals, amassing over £200,000 in total. Watkin, who… Continue reading Rich Kids of Instagram star jailed for handbag scam

Vocal criticisms were directed at First Minister John Swinney as he attended a vigil outside the Scottish Parliament to mark the second anniversary of the 7 October attacks on Israel. Amidst the solemn gathering, members of the crowd shouted “shame on you” as Swinney expressed his solidarity with those who lost their lives during the… Continue reading John Swinney heckled at vigil for victims of 7 October Hamas attacks

The issue of transferring a convicted murderer to an open prison has sparked concern from the family of the victim, who argue that the killer remains a threat to society. William Dunlop, imprisoned in 2006 for the murder of 22-year-old Julie Hogg in 1989, has been recommended for transfer to open conditions by the Parole… Continue reading Billingham killer not safe for open prison – victim's mum

At a Manchester synagogue, Ivor Rosenberg, a volunteer security guard, recounted his encounter with the man responsible for the attack on worshippers. Alongside paid security guards, Rosenberg was on duty at Heaton Park synagogue before a Yom Kippur service. He described being alerted to a “suspicious-looking man” who claimed to be searching for a nearby… Continue reading Manchester synagogue volunteer describes confronting attacker

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The passing of author Dame Jilly Cooper, at the age of 88, has sparked an outpouring of tributes from fans and fellow writers. Known for her extensive body of work, which included 18 novels, short fiction, and 20 non-fiction works, Cooper made a lasting impact on the literary world. Among her many accomplishments, one of… Continue reading Sex, class, horses: The unique mix that made Jilly Cooper's books special

In County Down, two men have been handed down a minimum sentence of 24 years in prison for carrying out a premeditated assassination. Back in August 2019, Malcolm McKeown, 54, was fatally shot at close range at a filling station in Waringstown. Both Jake O’Brien, 31, from Rectory Road in Lurgan, and Andrew Thomas Kenneth… Continue reading Two men sentenced to 24 years for Malcolm McKeown murder