'Asos hacked': What can I do to protect myself?

On Tuesday, many users of the Asos app in the UK received an unexpected notification that raised concerns about a possible security breach. The message, which appeared as a push notification on customers’ phones, claimed that the hackers had compromised Asos’s Snowflake data storage system and threatened to leak information unless contacted. Asos quickly addressed… Continue reading 'Asos hacked': What can I do to protect myself?

Man charged with Dersingham GP Dr Hannah Terry's murder

A 45-year-old man has been formally charged with the murder of a general practitioner found deceased in her home. The deceased, Dr. Hannah Terry, also known by the name Hannah Cain, was discovered at a property located in Fern Hill, Dersingham, Norfolk on Sunday. Authorities from Norfolk Police confirmed that Mark Cain, aged 45 and… Continue reading Man charged with Dersingham GP Dr Hannah Terry's murder

Three arrested after raid on gang accused of helping migrants pretend to be gay to get asylum

This morning, law enforcement conducted raids at two locations in London, resulting in the arrest of two individuals on allegations of fraud and immigration violations. During these operations, Home Office officials confiscated mobile phones, jewellery, and large sums of cash. Additionally, a third person was taken into custody on suspicion of residing in the country… Continue reading Three arrested after raid on gang accused of helping migrants pretend to be gay to get asylum

Watch: Police raid on gang behind fake gay asylum claims

Authorities have apprehended three individuals following a crackdown on an alleged criminal organization thought to be responsible for numerous fraudulent asylum applications from migrants claiming to be gay. This operation targeted those who were reportedly falsifying their sexual orientation to gain asylum status. Earlier this year, an investigation conducted by the BBC uncovered that certain… Continue reading Watch: Police raid on gang behind fake gay asylum claims

PCs who used Taser and baton on Donald Burgess at care home sacked

During a week-long hearing, police lawyer Aaron Rathmell criticized officers Smith, 52, and Comotto, 37, describing their actions as “hasty, harsh and losing control.” Rathmell highlighted that Smith had drawn pepper spray within nine seconds of entering the room where Burgess was located. Footage from bodyworn cameras captured Smith saying to Burgess, “Do you want… Continue reading PCs who used Taser and baton on Donald Burgess at care home sacked

Men jailed for raping teenage girl after grooming her on Snapchat

Three Afghan men have been sentenced after being found guilty of sexually assaulting a 17-year-old girl in Bristol. Mehrab Safi, aged 21, along with Awal Ahmadzai and Salman Habibkheli, both 19, committed multiple offences against the teenager at a residence in St Werburghs last year. The trio attempted to flee the UK in a lorry… Continue reading Men jailed for raping teenage girl after grooming her on Snapchat

Kemi Badenoch: I'd rather have another election than do a deal with Reform UK

Kemi Badenoch, leader of the Conservative Party, has expressed a clear preference for calling another general election rather than forming a coalition with Reform UK to gain power if no party secures an outright majority in the next election. Speaking to the BBC, she criticized Nigel Farage’s Reform party, describing them as “neck deep in… Continue reading Kemi Badenoch: I'd rather have another election than do a deal with Reform UK

M4 junction closures and new Menai crossing in plans to tackle congestion on Welsh roads

The Welsh government is considering significant changes to alleviate severe traffic congestion at two key locations in Wales: the M4 motorway around Newport and the Menai Strait crossing. One proposal under review involves potentially closing or partially closing three motorway junctions near Newport by 2028. At the same time, plans to construct a new bridge… Continue reading M4 junction closures and new Menai crossing in plans to tackle congestion on Welsh roads

Iranian men accused of spying targeted journalists for 'serious violence', court hears

Three Iranian nationals are currently facing trial in London, accused of conducting espionage activities targeting UK-based journalists. The allegations claim that these men were involved in surveillance operations carried out with the intention of enabling “serious violence” against the journalists. The case is being heard at Woolwich Crown Court. Mostafa Sepahvand, aged 41, is purported… Continue reading Iranian men accused of spying targeted journalists for 'serious violence', court hears

British national arrested in connection with RAF Fairford incident

A British man, aged 22, has been detained on suspicion of preparing terrorist acts following an incident near RAF Fairford, according to counter-terrorism authorities. The arrest took place on Tuesday in Westminster, London, as part of the ongoing investigation into the event that occurred close to the Gloucestershire airbase on 27 September. This marks the… Continue reading British national arrested in connection with RAF Fairford incident