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Retailer sold combat machete to Southport killer

Exclusive investigation reveals how a fearsome combat knife was legally purchased by the Southport killer, raising urgent questions about UK weapon sales regulations and retail responsibility.

Chilean 'Tourist' Gang Targets UK Affluent Homes

An organised Chilean crime ring is targeting wealthy UK homes, posing as tourists. Police warn of sophisticated tactics after raids across Surrey, Oxfordshire, and Hertfordshire.

Puzzles and Dementia: Truth Revealed

New research examines whether doing puzzles truly protects against dementia. Discover the science behind cognitive decline and what really works for brain health.

Louis Tomlinson Targeted by Pension Fraud Scammers

One Direction's Louis Tomlinson becomes the latest victim of a sophisticated pension fraud, with scammers attempting to steal his life savings. Exclusive details on the sophisticated con and a stark warning from financial experts.

California Enforces Sweeping Public Mask Ban

California Governor's new law bans masks in most public spaces to combat crime, igniting a fierce clash between law enforcement needs and civil liberties concerns. Critics warn it criminalises vulnerable groups and health-conscious citizens.

Crockett: Police should be 'grounded' like children

US Representative Jasmine Crockett faces a fierce backlash after comparing police reform to grounding misbehaving children on a controversial podcast. Critics accuse her of infantilising law enforcement.

NHS to screen children's blood pressure from age 5

In a major public health shift, the NHS is set to introduce routine blood pressure monitoring for children as young as five to combat future heart disease and strokes. Experts hail the move as a proactive measure to identify early cardiovascular risks.

Tap Water Lithium Linked to Reduced Dementia Risk

Groundbreaking research from the UK suggests trace amounts of lithium in drinking water may significantly reduce dementia risk. Discover how this common element could revolutionise preventive brain health strategies.

Clopidogrel Beats Aspirin in Heart Attack Prevention

Groundbreaking NHS research shows clopidogrel is significantly more effective than traditional aspirin at preventing recurrent heart attacks and strokes, potentially transforming cardiovascular treatment protocols across Britain.

4p Daily Pill Slashes Heart Attack Risk by 20%

A groundbreaking new study reveals a cheap, 'polypill' combining four common medications could prevent thousands of heart attacks and strokes in the UK, offering a simple, life-saving solution for over-50s.

Trump Cuts Blamed for Collapse of MN Violence Prevention

Exclusive investigation reveals how the Trump administration's termination of a federal violence prevention initiative left a Minnesota programme for high-risk youth defunded and defunct, raising questions about the long-term cost of such policy decisions

African scammers target British women in 'colonial revenge' fraud

Exclusive investigation reveals sophisticated criminal networks in West Africa are systematically targeting single British women on dating apps, using a disturbing 'colonial revenge' narrative to justify their multi-million pound romance fraud operations.

Ex-Burglar Reveals How Criminals Target Homes

A reformed burglar reveals the everyday oversights that criminals exploit to target UK homes. Discover the simple security upgrades that can make your property a no-go zone for thieves.

DNA spray targets football hooligans

UK police are using cutting-edge 'SmartWater' technology to spray invisible DNA markers on violent football fans, making it easier to identify and prosecute troublemakers.

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