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Reportedly, Oleg Gordievsky, the KGB double agent who defected to Britain, has passed away at the age of 86. He was known as Britain’s most valuable spy inside Russia’s intelligence agencies. His death occurred at his residence in Surrey, and the circumstances surrounding it are not deemed suspicious. Gordievsky, a former colonel in the KGB,… Continue reading Former KGB double agent Oleg Gordievsky dies at Surrey home

Jamie Laing, a BBC Radio 1 presenter, successfully completed his Comic Relief Ultra Marathon Man challenge, raising over £2 million for the charity. The former Made in Chelsea star ran five ultra marathons in five consecutive days, covering a total distance of 150 miles (241km) from London to Salford, where he crossed the finish line.… Continue reading Jamie Laing: Radio 1 DJ's Comic Relief challenge raises more than £2m

A teenager, aged 14, has been found guilty of participating in violent acts against police officers during disturbances that occurred in the Harehills area of Leeds last summer. The individual, whose identity remains protected by legal provisions, was convicted of committing violent disorder on July 18, following a brief trial at Leeds Youth Court. The… Continue reading Boy, 14, found guilty of taking part in summer Harehills disorder

Escaped prisoner sightings reported following van getaway Authorities have confirmed sightings of an escaped prisoner who fled from a prison van under the guise of a medical emergency on a motorway. Jamie Cooper made a daring escape from a GEOAmey van that made a sudden stop at Junction 2 of the M55 near Catforth, Preston,… Continue reading Escaped prisoner seen in Preston, Bolton and Blackpool since fleeing from M55

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In a tragic turn of events, four police officers are currently under investigation for their handling of a domestic abuse report concerning Harshita Brella, a 24-year-old woman who was believed to have been murdered by her husband, Pankaj Lamba. Detectives suspect that Lamba, 23, strangled Brella in Corby, Northamptonshire, on the night of November 10th,… Continue reading Harshita Brella police investigated over contact with victim

In a recent development, Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, also known as Tommy Robinson, had his attempt to challenge his segregated jail conditions thrown out by the High Court. Robinson argued that his segregation at HMP Woodhill was causing detrimental effects on his mental health and violating his human rights. However, Mr Justice Chamberlain dismissed his claims, stating… Continue reading Tommy Robinson loses court bid to challenge prison segregation

In north London on Thursday evening, a tragic incident unfolded as a 27-year-old man was fatally shot, according to the Metropolitan Police. Responding to reports of gunfire, authorities rushed to an address on Waverley Road, Tottenham, at 20:45 GMT, where they discovered two men who had been shot. The London Ambulance Service provided medical attention… Continue reading Murder investigation begins after man shot dead in Tottenham

Heathrow Airport, the busiest airport in the UK, had to shut down due to a fire at a nearby electrical substation, causing widespread disruption to flights around the world. More than 1,300 flights were impacted, with passengers being advised not to travel to the airport until further notice. The blaze at the North Hyde substation… Continue reading Heathrow airport closed: What we know so far