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Teacher jailed for affair with student turned nanny

A former high school teacher from Connecticut has been sentenced to prison for a disturbing sexual relationship with a former student she later hired as a nanny, a case that has shattered professional boundaries.

Trump Defence Demands Pentagon Records in Classified Docs Case

Donald Trump's legal team has launched an aggressive new motion, demanding extensive records from the US Department of Defence. The move aims to prove the former President's authority to designate documents as personal, potentially derailing the Mar-a-Lag

Govt backs secret phones for domestic abuse victims

Ministers are backing a groundbreaking national scheme to provide domestic abuse survivors with covert 'second phones' pre-loaded with emergency support, aiming to protect them from tech-savvy abusers.

FCA Warning: Banks Failing Savers on Interest Rates

Exclusive: The Financial Conduct Authority has uncovered a major failure by UK banks to pass on interest rate rises to savers, disproportionately harming vulnerable and older customers. Discover the findings and what it means for your money.

Martha's Vineyard Fury Over Steep Ferry Price Hikes

Outrage erupts on the exclusive island of Martha's Vineyard as residents face a sudden and steep increase in ferry fares to Massachusetts, threatening local livelihoods and sparking accusations of corporate greed.

Jodi Hildebrandt: Documentary Exposes Child Abuse Horror

An explosive new documentary exposes the harrowing details of convicted child abuser Jodi Hildebrandt's manipulation and the Utah family's desperate fight for justice. Shocking new testimony reveals the extent of the abuse.

Supreme Court rejects pothole injury claim against council

The UK Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal from a Kirkcaldy man seeking to sue Dundee City Council for a knee injury sustained from a pothole, setting a significant legal precedent for personal injury claims against local authorities.

Love Island Star Sues Ex Over 'Coercive Control' and Abuse

Former Love Island contestant Shaughna Phillips speaks out on her landmark lawsuit against reality TV ex Billy Brown, alleging a campaign of coercive control and abuse that left her a 'shadow' of herself. Exclusive details on the case gripping the UK.

US halts new Palestine passport visa approvals

The Biden administration suspends visa approvals for Palestinian Authority passport holders, citing security concerns. The move marks a significant tightening of US immigration policy and has drawn immediate criticism from rights groups.

Epping Forest Council declares 'independence' from government

In a bold political statement, Epping Forest District Council has symbolically declared independence from the UK government in protest against chronic underfunding and the 'broken' council tax system, vowing to withhold part of its payments.

Singapore censors US comedian's Palestine jokes

Exclusive: American comedian Sammy Obeid's show in Singapore was shut down by authorities for jokes about Palestine, sparking a fierce debate on censorship and free speech in the city-state.

England's Jess Carter targeted with racist abuse online

England and Chelsea defender Jess Carter has been subjected to horrific racist abuse on social media following a crucial Euro 2025 qualifying match, sparking a fresh police investigation and outcry from football authorities.

FCA Reviews Rules as Top Enforcer Joins Hedge Fund

The Financial Conduct Authority launches an urgent review into its conflict of interest policies after its former head of enforcement, Therese Chambers, takes a senior role at a US hedge fund, raising serious concerns about the City's 'revolving door' cul

Church Data Breach Exposes 200 Abuse Victims' Details

Anglican Church leaders face fury after a catastrophic data breach exposed highly sensitive personal information of nearly 200 victims of clergy sexual abuse. The monumental security failure has been condemned by victims and MPs alike.

Architect's Career Ruined by Racist Tirade at Taxi Driver

Prominent architect Nicholas Loftus faces a hefty fine and industry disgrace after being filmed launching a vile, racist attack on a hardworking taxi driver in Central London. The shocking incident, captured on video, reveals a torrent of abuse and threat

FCA Investigates Aberdeen Over Dubai Operations Compliance

The UK's Financial Conduct Authority launches an investigation into Aberdeen's Dubai operations, raising serious questions about oversight in the emirate's burgeoning financial district and compliance with international standards.

Forced to marry my cousin at 14: UK woman's story

A British woman bravely shares her traumatic story of being forced into a cousin marriage as a teenager. She reveals the lasting impact and calls for stronger action against this hidden abuse.

Gymnastics coach banned for life over child abuse images

Wei Jun Soh Lee, a former Gold Coast gymnastics coach, has been handed a life ban by Gymnastics Australia after being convicted of possessing child abuse material. The disgraced coach's crimes have sent shockwaves through the sporting community.

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