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Boss's 'fatherly' touch not harassment, tribunal rules

An employment tribunal has ruled that a male director placing his hand on a female HR worker's shoulder was a 'fatherly' gesture, not sexual harassment, dismissing her claims of a 'hostile' work environment.

I Risked Prison to Marry My Cousin in UK

A British man reveals his extraordinary journey of secretly marrying his first cousin, a criminal offence in the UK punishable by prison, and their fight for legal recognition of their controversial union.

Leura Stabbing: Woman Charged in Blue Mountains Attack

A 41-year-old woman faces serious charges following a violent stabbing incident in the tranquil town of Leura, NSW. Emergency services rushed to the scene on Monday afternoon, with the victim hospitalised and the community left in disbelief.

Petition to Scrap Australia's 'Castle Law' Gains Momentum

A groundswell of public outrage in Australia is fuelling a petition to abolish the contentious 'Castle Law', which critics argue has left homeowners powerless against aggressive property developers and failing local councils.

Memphis PD Disbands Unit After Tyre Nichols' Death

The SCORPION unit of the Memphis Police Department has been permanently deactivated following the brutal beating and death of Tyre Nichols. Five former officers now face second-degree murder charges as the city braces for the release of further incident f

British woman fined £1700 in France for her cat's miaows

A British woman living in France has been ordered to pay a staggering £1,700 fine after a court ruled her cat's miaows were a 'repeated nuisance' to neighbours. The bizarre legal battle highlights extreme noise nuisance laws on the continent.

Gay Men Brutally Whipped in Public Under Sharia Law

Two gay men were publicly whipped in Indonesia's Aceh province after being found guilty under strict Sharia law. The brutal caning has sparked international outrage and renewed debate on human rights.

Smoke Clears: Police Trial Over Teen's Custody Death

The NSW Supreme Court trial into the death of Indigenous teenager Jai Wright takes a poignant turn as family performs a smoking ceremony outside the courthouse, seeking justice and cultural cleansing.

Sydney Submerged: Record Deluge Triggers Major Flood Emergency

A catastrophic rain bomb has unleashed chaos across New South Wales, with Sydney facing its worst flooding in decades. Evacuation orders are in force as rivers burst banks, threatening homes and critical infrastructure. Full details on the unfolding crisi

Malaysia U-turns on mandatory prayer punishment

The Malaysian government has swiftly U-turned on a controversial plan to punish Muslim men for skipping Friday prayers, following a fierce backlash from the public and legal experts.

P-Plater Fined for Bluetooth—NSW Rule Shock

A young driver in New South Wales was stunned after being fined for using Bluetooth hands-free technology—a rule many P-platers don’t even know exists. Discover the surprising law and how it affects drivers.

NZ electoral reform boosts Māori rights

New Zealand introduces groundbreaking electoral reforms to enhance Māori representation and align with international human rights standards, sparking both praise and debate.

NSW Commuters Stranded Amid Transport Chaos

Commuters across New South Wales are enduring severe disruptions as transport delays and breakdowns leave thousands stranded at stations. Read more about the escalating crisis.

Cooper slams Farage over police criticism

Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper condemns Nigel Farage's inflammatory remarks about UK police, warning they undermine public trust in law enforcement.

Farage's £17bn plan to halve UK crime

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage unveils a bold £17 billion strategy aimed at slashing crime rates by 50%. Critics question feasibility, while supporters hail it as a game-changer.

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