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Four victims of Swiss ski bar fire identified as teens

The first four victims of a devastating Swiss ski resort bar fire have been named as two women and two men, all aged between 16 and 21. The tragedy has sparked a major investigation as owners face manslaughter charges.

DNA reveals 15 ancestral links amid rising UK racism

As racist rhetoric escalates in UK politics, a personal DNA test showing links to 15 countries challenges narrow views of belonging. Explore the impact on minorities and the rise of hard-right narratives.

Lady Newlove, victims' commissioner, dies aged 63

Helen Newlove transformed personal tragedy into powerful advocacy for crime victims, becoming Victims' Commissioner and Conservative peer. Her legacy includes the 2024 Victims and Prisoners Act.

Victims' Commissioner Helen Newlove dies aged 63

Baroness Helen Newlove, the Victims' Commissioner for England and Wales, has passed away following a short illness. The fierce campaigner for victims' rights transformed the role. Read her powerful story.

Victims' Commissioner Baroness Newlove Dies at 63

Baroness Helen Newlove, the Victims’ Commissioner for England and Wales, has died after a short illness. A passionate advocate for victims' rights, her legacy transformed the role. Our thoughts are with her family.

Windrush victims get 75% compensation upfront

The UK government announces radical changes to the Windrush compensation scheme, offering victims 75% of estimated payments immediately while final claims are processed.

Swinbrook: Britain's Perfect Staycation Village

Escape to the picture-perfect Oxfordshire village of Swinbrook, where historic charm meets countryside bliss. Explore the Mitford sisters' legacy, enjoy riverside pubs and discover why this hidden gem is the ultimate UK staycation destination.

Country Club Manager Accused of £400K Embezzlement

Hunter Nadeau, former manager of a prestigious New Hampshire country club, faces serious fraud charges after allegedly embezzling nearly half a million dollars from elderly members through unauthorised credit card charges.

Benn: Troubles Legacy Act 'Completely Failed'

Shadow Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn delivers a scathing assessment of the UK's new Troubles legacy legislation, branding it a failure that betrays victims and risks legal chaos. Exclusive analysis.

Ombudsman Slams Home Office Over Windrush Claimant Neglect

The Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman has issued a damning report condemning Home Office officials for their 'unacceptable' handling of a Windrush claimant's case while she was terminally ill, demanding urgent improvements to prevent further inju

Windrush victim forced into exile by Home Office

Exclusive: A St Lucian grandmother, a UK resident for 57 years, was forced to flee to the Caribbean after the Home Office threatened her with detention and removal, in a shocking new chapter of the Windrush scandal.

Bourton-on-the-Water: UK's Most Beautiful Village?

Discover Bourton-on-the-Water, the stunning Cotswold village known as the 'Venice of the Cotswolds'. Explore its crystal clear River Windrush, honey-stone architecture, and unique attractions that make it a must-visit UK destination.

Manchester's Windrush Club Faces Demolition Threat

The historic West Indian Sports and Social Club in Manchester, a beacon for the Windrush generation since 1957, is threatened with demolition to make way for a housing development, sparking outrage and a fierce campaign to save this vital cultural landmar

Lammy's Hillsborough Law: A New Era for UK Justice?

Foreign Secretary David Lammy reignites the call for a Hillsborough Law, proposing sweeping reforms to rebalance the legal system in favour of ordinary citizens against powerful institutions.

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