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Ex-Police Officer Jailed for Public Sex Offence

A disgraced former Metropolitan Police officer has been sentenced to two years in prison after being convicted of outraging public decency for performing a sex act on a stranger in a busy London street. Read the full shocking details.

M5 Closed Both Ways After Dramatic Lorry Fire

A dramatic lorry fire has caused severe disruption on the M5 in Somerset, with long delays and a full closure between junctions 24 and 25. Get the latest traffic updates and diversion advice.

Man guilty of terror offence for Nazi salute in Old Bailey

A man from Market Drayton has been found guilty of a terrorism offence after performing a Nazi salute inside London's historic Old Bailey court. Joshua Spencer's actions were described as a 'calculated display of hatred'.

New UK number plate rule risks £1,000 fine

Millions of UK motorists are being warned about a hidden risk with the new '24' and '74' number plates. A simple mistake involving the new 'E' mark could see drivers fined up to £1,000. Here's what you need to know to stay legal and avoid penalties.

Sovereign Citizen's 'Right to Travel' Defence Fails in Court

A self-proclaimed 'sovereign citizen' was handed a hefty fine and a driving ban after a bizarre courtroom performance where he claimed archaic laws exempted him from needing a licence. Dezi Freeman's pseudo-legal arguments were swiftly dismantled by Distr

Mother shot dead in Louisiana road rage horror

A tragic road rage incident in Louisiana ends in the fatal shooting of 37-year-old Katelynn Strate, leaving her two young children traumatised. Authorities are hunting for the gunman.

Three killed in devastating head-on car crash

A brother and sister, along with another driver, have been killed in a horrific head-on collision in the UK. The fatal incident occurred on the A6110, leaving a community in mourning as police launch an investigation.

26 Dead in Horrific South Africa Bus Crash

A bus carrying 46 passengers has crashed and rolled down an embankment in South Africa's Limpopo province, resulting in a catastrophic death toll of 26 and leaving dozens more injured. The devastating incident occurred on the R518 road near Mokopane.

UK Pothole Crisis: 33% Surge in Breakdowns in 2023

New RAC data reveals a dramatic 33% increase in pothole-related breakdowns across the UK in 2023, with drivers facing a growing threat from deteriorating road surfaces and calling for urgent government action.

M25 Chaos: Full Closure Sparks 5-Mile Queues in Surrey

Drivers face severe delays after a serious crash on the M25 near Surrey forces a full clockwise closure between Junctions 10 and 11 for urgent barrier repairs, with National Highways warning of overnight disruption.

Car Flips Onto Lamppost in Dramatic High-Speed London Crash

Exclusive dashcam footage captures the terrifying moment a speeding car loses control, flips over, and lands on a lamppost in Central London. The dramatic Westminster crash, under investigation by the Met Police, serves as a stark warning on the dangers o

79-Metre Sinkhole Forces Emergency UK Road Closure

A massive 79-metre-long sinkhole has suddenly opened up on the A1101 in Cambridgeshire, prompting an immediate and indefinite road closure. Motorists are being urgently diverted as safety concerns mount.

Vigilante paints St George's Crosses on potholes in protest

A frustrated resident has taken road repairs into their own hands, spray-painting massive St George's Cross flags around potholes to shame the council into action. The bold protest highlights the UK's growing pothole crisis.

Bank Holiday Travel Chaos: Gridlock and Rail Strikes Hit UK

Britain faces a perfect storm of transport misery this August Bank Holiday weekend. Millions of travellers are hit by severe delays on major motorways like the M25 and M5, compounded by fresh rail strikes, setting the stage for one of the most disruptive

Tory Councillor's Wife Released From Prison For Racist Tweet

Lucy Connolly, wife of Conservative councillor Michael Connolly, has been released from prison after serving a sentence for a racially aggravated public order offence. The Daily Mail obtains exclusive photos of her leaving HMP Peterborough.

Child Fights for Life After Suspected Drink-Driver Crash

A young child is in a critical condition and a woman seriously injured after a two-car collision in Sheffield, leading to the arrest of a 33-year-old man on suspicion of drink-driving. Emergency services rushed to the scene on Prince of Wales Road.

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