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Home Secretary plans to remove jury trials for protesters

Exclusive: The Home Secretary is considering removing the right to jury trials for protesters in England and Wales, sparking outrage from legal experts and civil liberties groups who warn it undermines a fundamental pillar of British justice.

Geelong Ute Destroyed in Dramatic Service Station Blaze

A ute was completely destroyed by a ferocious fire that erupted at a Smiths service station in Torquay, Victoria. Emergency crews battled the intense blaze, preventing a potential catastrophe. No injuries were reported.

Hotel Concierges: Masters of the Impossible Request

Discover the extraordinary lengths top UK hotel concierges go to for guests, from sourcing rare vintage champagne to arranging private castle tours. The era of simple taxi bookings is over.

Met Police Chief Demands Jury System Overhaul

Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley calls for a major overhaul of the jury selection process, urging deeper vetting to weed out jurors with 'extreme views' that threaten the integrity of high-profile trials, including terrorism cases.

Vail Resorts ordered to pay $12.4m in ski negligence case

A Colorado jury has ordered Vail Resorts to pay $12.4 million in damages after a ski instructor's negligence led to a catastrophic crash, leaving a client with permanent brain injuries. The case raises serious questions about safety protocols at major ski

Civil Service Graduate Scheme Failing, Warns Report

A damning Institute for Government report reveals the Civil Service's flagship graduate scheme is failing to attract top talent, risking the future of UK policymaking. Discover the critical reforms needed.

UK Jury System Review Amid Bias Concerns in Protest Trials

A major review of the UK's jury system is underway, sparked by concerns over juror bias in politically charged trials. The Law Commission is investigating potential reforms to ensure fair trials in an era of heightened activism.

Defence Secretary Calls For Mandatory National Service Return

Defence Secretary Barry Davies ignites a national debate by advocating for the return of compulsory National Service, arguing it would instil discipline, bridge social divides, and bolster UK security in an increasingly volatile world.

Verdicts In: The Week's Top UK Culture Picks Revealed

The Guardian's critics deliver their verdicts on the week's hottest tickets, from a gripping new TV legal drama and a powerful stage play to a celebrated Essex honey and a must-visit London exhibition.

Microsoft Outlook Email Service Crashes Across Europe

A major Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft 365 email service failure has caused widespread disruption for businesses and users across Europe, with login issues and send/receive errors reported for hours.

Jury deliberates in Matt Wright helicopter death trial

The jury in the trial of TV star Matt Wright has retired to consider its verdict over the helicopter crash that killed his close friend and business partner, Chris 'Willow' Wilson, in Norfolk. The high-profile case centres on allegations of negligence and

Grand Jury Refuses to Indict Subway Sandwich Thrower

A Florida grand jury has declined to indict the woman who threw a sandwich at former Attorney General Pam Bondi, in a case that has sparked debate over free speech and prosecutorial discretion.

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