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Australian Court Restricts Puberty Blockers for Trans Kids

In a historic judgment with global implications, Australia's Federal Court has ruled that puberty blockers for transgender children are no longer considered 'therapeutic treatment', sparking intense debate across medical and LGBTQ+ communities.

Lime Bike Gangs Steal Parcel Shelves in London Crime Spree

Organised criminal gangs on rental e-bikes are targeting affluent London neighbourhoods, smashing car windows to steal a specific and unusual part – the parcel shelf – in a bizarre new crimewave confounding police and luxury vehicle owners.

TikTok 'Peeing' Trend Sparks Fury in UK Schools

UK schools are on high alert as a disturbing new TikTok trend, dubbed 'Devious Licks', encourages students to vandalise property and even urinate in school corridors. Headteachers issue urgent warnings to parents.

Activist vandalised Taylor Swift's jet for climate support

A Just Stop Oil activist who defaced Taylor Swift's private jet allegedly believed the superstar would then speak out on the climate crisis. Jennifer Kowalski, 28, and Cole Macdonald, 22, caused £5,000 of damage at Stansted Airport.

Marco Pierre White Jr's £44k fossil destruction spree

The son of legendary chef Marco Pierre White is facing jail after a destructive crime spree where he vandalised a shop, destroying £44,000 worth of rare fossils and crystals. Read the full story of his arrest and the devastation left behind.

Pupils wreak £37,000 havoc destroying school library

Shocking details emerge as pupils at a secondary school in Bury St Edmunds wreak havoc, destroying thousands of books and causing catastrophic damage to their library in an act of 'pure vandalism'.

Supreme Court Rules on Trans Rights in Single-Sex Spaces

The UK Supreme Court has rejected a landmark case seeking to redefine access to single-sex spaces, delivering a pivotal judgment with far-reaching implications for transgender rights, equality law, and service providers across Britain.

Charlie Kirk Memorial Vandalised: Suspect Arrested

A memorial to a young man named Charlie Kirk was defaced with pro-Palestinian graffiti in Illinois. Authorities have arrested a suspect in connection with the politically-motivated vandalism.

National Trust in flag fury after removing Union Jack

The National Trust has ignited a fierce debate after contractors were seen removing the large Union Flag from the Bantham Ham stone tower in Devon. The move, done without prior consultation, has been branded an 'act of cultural vandalism' by critics and l

Man arrested for antisemitic attacks on London synagogues

A 27-year-old man has been arrested by Metropolitan Police in connection with a series of alleged antisemitic incidents targeting synagogues and a Jewish school in north London. The suspect remains in custody as investigations continue.

South Africa ends forced surname change for wives

A historic South African court ruling declares the common law practice compelling married women to adopt their husband's surname unconstitutional, championing gender equality and personal choice.

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