Deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly expressed her dedication to making the ending of violence against women and girls a top priority for the executive. In light of US President Donald Trump’s admiration for Conor McGregor, Little-Pengelly emphasized that she engages with the office of the president rather than focusing on his personal views. She, along… Continue reading Emma Little-Pengelly: 'We engage with Trump's office, not opinions'
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UN judge convicted of slavery offences at Oxford Crown Court
A judge associated with the United Nations has been found guilty of coercing a young woman into labour. Lydia Mugambe allegedly exploited her authority over the victim by preventing her from securing stable employment while compelling her to work as a maid and provide childcare without compensation. Mugambe, a 49-year-old High Court judge in Uganda,… Continue reading UN judge convicted of slavery offences at Oxford Crown Court
Cardiff: Man strangled partner to death after night out
In the wake of a tragic incident, a man stands accused of the murder of his partner, Victoria Thomas, with claims that her untimely death resulted from a “sex gone bad” scenario. The 45-year-old victim was discovered lifeless at her home in the Heath area of Cardiff, sparking a legal battle that has left many… Continue reading Cardiff: Man strangled partner to death after night out
Talbot Green shooting: Family pay tribute to Joanne Penney
The tragic death of a 40-year-old mother at a block of flats has left her family and community in mourning. Joanne Penney was fatally shot at Green Park in Talbot Green, Rhondda Cynon Taf, on Sunday evening. Six people have been arrested by the police on suspicion of murder, with one of them, a 42-year-old… Continue reading Talbot Green shooting: Family pay tribute to Joanne Penney
Elianne Andam murder: Hassan Sentamu jailed for life
A young man named Hassan Sentamu has been sentenced to spend at least 23 years in prison for the murder of 15-year-old Elianne Andam. The tragic incident occurred outside a shopping center in Croydon, south London in September 2023. Sentamu, who was 17 at the time of the attack, used a kitchen knife to repeatedly… Continue reading Elianne Andam murder: Hassan Sentamu jailed for life
Liam Mackin: NI man on Interpol's wanted list appears in court
A man, aged 72, recently made an appearance in a Belfast court after being listed on Interpol’s wanted list for alleged hate crime offenses in the United States. Liam Mackin, residing in Brookland Court in Dunmurry, has been accused of causing extensive graffiti damage to six properties in Flager County, Florida, amounting to several thousand… Continue reading Liam Mackin: NI man on Interpol's wanted list appears in court
Five Star singer Stedman Pearson dies aged 60
Annabel Rackham, a Culture reporter, reports that Stedman Pearson, a member of the British pop group Five Star, has passed away at the age of 60, as announced by his family. Stedman, who had diabetes and was undergoing dialysis treatment, was part of the band along with his siblings Lorraine, Doris, Delroy, and Deniece. Their… Continue reading Five Star singer Stedman Pearson dies aged 60
Portadown: Craig Rowland sentenced to 20 years for murder of son
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Sara Sharif's family denied sentence appeal bids
The Court of Appeal has rejected the appeals from the father, stepmother, and uncle of 10-year-old Sara Sharif to reduce their sentences following her tragic death. Urfan Sharif, aged 43, and Beinash Batool, aged 30, were both sentenced to life in prison in December, with minimum terms of 40 and 33 years respectively, for the… Continue reading Sara Sharif's family denied sentence appeal bids
John Swinney meets Donald Trump's son Eric at Bute House
Eric Trump, a senior executive in the Trump Organization, met with First Minister John Swinney at Bute House in Edinburgh. The discussions, which included “Scotland’s investment potential,” took place over tea and biscuits and lasted about 50 minutes. This meeting occurred amidst the backdrop of Swinney expressing his view that offering US President Donald Trump… Continue reading John Swinney meets Donald Trump's son Eric at Bute House