Briton accused of fighting for Ukraine jailed in Russia

A Russian military court has sentenced a British man to 19 years in prison for allegedly fighting for Ukraine. James Scott Rhys Anderson was captured in Russia’s Kursk region last November during a cross-border incursion by Ukrainian forces. He was charged with terrorism and mercenary activity, making him the first British national to be convicted… Continue reading Briton accused of fighting for Ukraine jailed in Russia

Zhenhao Zou: London student guilty of multiple counts of rape

Zhenhao Zou, a Chinese PhD student, has been labeled as one of the most prolific sexual predators in the United Kingdom, according to the lead detective on his case. Zou, 28, has been convicted of drugging and raping 10 women, with evidence suggesting there could be many more victims yet to be identified. He kept… Continue reading Zhenhao Zou: London student guilty of multiple counts of rape

PMQs: Keir Starmer pays tribute to British troops after JD Vance comments

Reporter Becky Morton covered Sir Keir Starmer’s tribute to British veterans who fought in Iraq, following US Vice-President JD Vance’s controversial remarks. While not explicitly addressing Vance’s comments, Sir Keir honored those who lost their lives fighting for Britain alongside allies. Vance’s statement, criticizing the value of troops from countries with minimal war experience, caused… Continue reading PMQs: Keir Starmer pays tribute to British troops after JD Vance comments

Haverfordwest: Ex-paddleboard firm owner admits manslaughter

An individual who ran a paddleboard tour company has pleaded guilty to gross negligence manslaughter following the tragic deaths of four individuals. Paul O’Dwyer, Andrea Powell, Morgan Rogers, and Nicola Wheatley lost their lives while paddleboarding on the River Cleddau in Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, last October. Nerys Bethan Lloyd, a 39-year-old former police officer from Port… Continue reading Haverfordwest: Ex-paddleboard firm owner admits manslaughter

Woman in court for murder of two-year-old found in Hampshire pond

A mother has faced court accusations of the murder of a two-year-old girl who tragically passed away after being discovered in a pond in a village. Annabel Mackey was found unresponsive in Kingsley Pond close to Bordon on 10th September 2023, following her reported disappearance. Sadly, she succumbed to her injuries in the hospital the… Continue reading Woman in court for murder of two-year-old found in Hampshire pond

Co-op admits unlawfully blocking 100 rival store openings

The recent revelation by the Co-op has caused quite a stir, as the supermarket chain has admitted to unlawfully obstructing over 100 rival supermarkets from setting up branches near its stores. This breach was brought to light by the UK’s competition watchdog, which discovered that Co-op had violated an order meant to prevent supermarkets from… Continue reading Co-op admits unlawfully blocking 100 rival store openings

AgustaWestland: Indian court orders release of Briton Christian Michel held without trial for years

After spending six years in detention without trial, the Delhi High Court has ruled that Christian James Michel, a British arms consultant accused of bribing Indian officials to secure a helicopter contract for AgustaWestland, must be released on bail. Michel, who denies the allegations against him, was extradited to India from the United Arab Emirates… Continue reading AgustaWestland: Indian court orders release of Briton Christian Michel held without trial for years

Stockwell: Police hunt for suspects after boy, 16, shot dead

Police are currently in search of individuals involved in the tragic shooting of a 16-year-old boy in south London. The Metropolitan Police disclosed that the teenager lost his life after sustaining gunshot wounds in a highly distressing incident close to Stockwell Tube station on Tuesday. Following a call to authorities at around 14:30 GMT, the… Continue reading Stockwell: Police hunt for suspects after boy, 16, shot dead