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Cop dodges jail after 166mph joyride

Shocking footage reveals PC James O'Keeffe's dangerous high-speed spree in a BMW, narrowly avoiding prison despite putting countless lives at risk.

Byron Bay backlash over alcohol restrictions

Exclusive: The idyllic coastal town of Byron Bay is divided as residents fight back against controversial new liquor laws they claim are killing the town's vibrant nightlife and threatening local businesses.

Drunk driver wrecks Ed Sheeran's pub, walks free

A speeding motorist who caused £50,000 damage after ploughing into The Fox and Hounds in Framlingham - the pub made famous by Ed Sheeran - has avoided jail despite being over the drink-drive limit.

Ex-Lord Speaker Faces Suspension Over Speeding Scandal

Exclusive: Baroness D'Souza faces parliamentary suspension after investigation finds she attempted to improperly influence authorities over a speeding offence, raising serious questions about conduct standards in Westminster.

Aristocrat banned for 96mph Porsche joyride in London

Earl of Yarborough Charles Henniker-Major banned from driving after being caught speeding at nearly 100mph in his luxury Porsche through central London. The aristocrat's expensive mistake cost him his licence and a hefty fine.

Ex-F1 driver banned for 96mph in 40 zone

Ex-Formula 1 driver receives driving ban after being caught speeding at 96mph in a 40mph zone near London, marking another motoring offence for the racing veteran.

Duke of Marlborough faces speeding trial

Charles James Spencer-Churchill, the 12th Duke of Marlborough, stands accused of exceeding a 30mph limit in Woodstock. The high-profile case continues at Oxford Magistrates' Court.

Bizarre UK Laws That Could Get You Fined

Discover the strange and outdated laws still active across Britain that could see you fined for everyday activities from handling salmon suspiciously to knocking on doors and running away.

Marquess of Ailesbury fined for driving without a licence

Lord Ailesbury, a hereditary peer, has been convicted and fined for driving without a valid licence after being caught speeding. The 71-year-old aristocrat failed to produce his documents following a speeding offence in his Mercedes.

Game of Thrones star avoids driving ban after speeding offence

Game of Thrones actor Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, famous for playing Jaime Lannister, has been spared a driving ban after being caught speeding in his BMW. The star argued a ban would cause 'exceptional hardship' to his American wife who cannot drive in the UK

Aussie Naturist's Crusade for UK Public Nudity Rights

Vincent Marty, a prominent Australian naturist, is campaigning to legalise public nudity across the UK, challenging centuries-old laws and societal norms. Discover his radical vision for a clothing-optional Britain.

1935: Nuremberg Laws Enacted - A Dark Day in History

On 17 September 1935, the Nazi regime enacted the infamous Nuremberg Laws, a cornerstone of state-sponsored antisemitism that systematically stripped Jewish people of their citizenship and fundamental rights, paving the way for the Holocaust.

School Bus Driver Fails Drug Test Before Child Pickup

A school bus driver in the UK was apprehended for speeding and subsequently failed a roadside drug test while en route to collect children. The incident has sparked major concerns over pupil safety and vetting procedures.

Council can seize your garden under obscure UK law

Homeowners across Britain are facing a shocking threat to their property rights as obscure landscaping laws allow councils to seize parts of private gardens without compensation. Discover how your backyard could be at risk.

Heineken heir's husband banned for 100mph speed

Alexander de Paula, husband of Heineken billionaire Charlene de Carvalho, is banned from driving for six months after being caught speeding at 100mph in his Audi R8 Spyder on the A40 in London.

Jason Flemyng banned from driving for speeding offence

British actor Jason Flemyng, known for his roles in Lockwood & Co and Snatch, has been disqualified from driving for six months after being caught speeding on a major UK road. The 62-year-old pleaded guilty to exceeding the 70mph limit.

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