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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.

Florida State Football Star Shot in Alabama Incident

Florida State Seminoles football recruit Ethan Pritchard is in stable condition after being shot in Alabama. The promising linebacker was caught in a late-night incident, with investigations ongoing.

Home Secretary orders NCA crackdown on crime gang assets

In a bold move, Home Secretary Chris Philp orders the National Crime Agency to intensify its pursuit of Britain's most dangerous organised crime syndicates, prioritising the seizure of their assets and dismantling their networks.

UK to recognise Palestinian state, Lammy to tell MPs

Foreign Secretary David Lammy declares the UK will push forward with plans to recognise a Palestinian state, urging European allies to join a coordinated diplomatic effort for a two-state solution.

US Cider Firm Sued for Firing UK Employee Over Premature Baby

Golden State Cider Company is embroiled in a major discrimination lawsuit after a UK-based employee was allegedly fired for taking time off to care for her premature newborn. The shocking case raises serious questions about corporate ethics and maternity

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.

Boko Haram kills 40 farmers in Nigeria's Borno State

In a devastating new attack, Boko Haram militants have killed at least 40 farmers in Nigeria's restive Borno State, highlighting the ongoing security crisis in the region despite government claims of control.

Kentucky Governor Vetoes Republican-Backed Crime Bill

In a significant political upset, Kentucky's Democratic Governor Andy Beshear vetoes a Republican-backed crime bill modelled on Washington DC's polarising legislation, setting the stage for a high-stakes legislative battle.

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.

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