Portugal bans burqas in public buildings
Portugal passes landmark legislation prohibiting full-face veils for gender equality and religious reasons, with fines up to €150 for violators in public buildings.
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Portugal approves controversial burqa ban legislation
Portugal's parliament has passed a contentious ban on face-covering veils in public spaces, sparking accusations of discrimination against Muslim women and raising concerns about religious freedom in the predominantly Catholic nation.
Teacher banned after inappropriate relationship with pupil
A female science teacher has been permanently prohibited from teaching after admitting to an improper relationship with a teenage student at her school, sparking serious safeguarding concerns.
Taiwan bans all official contact with China
Taiwan implements sweeping ban on officials engaging with Chinese counterparts, marking significant deterioration in cross-strait relations and challenging Beijing's sovereignty claims.
Two charged in MI5 spy case over Hong Kong intelligence links
Exclusive: Two individuals face serious charges under the Official Secrets Act after being accused of assisting Hong Kong intelligence services in a major security breach that has alarmed Whitehall.
Premier League referee David Coote in police investigation
Exclusive: Premier League official David Coote under police investigation following alleged incident, raising questions about refereeing standards and FA protocols.
Premier League referee David Coote cleared of abuse allegations
Premier League official David Coote has been formally cleared after a seven-year investigation into historical child abuse allegations. The Nottinghamshire-born referee maintains his innocence throughout the exhaustive probe.
Aliens ignoring Earth because humans are too boring?
Groundbreaking research proposes that advanced alien civilisations may have detected Earth but find human society insufficiently interesting for contact. Experts reveal why we might be overlooked in the cosmic conversation.
EU Considering Total Ban on Cigarettes
Brussels officials are exploring radical proposals to phase out cigarette sales across member states, potentially creating Europe's first smoke-free generation in decades.
TSA Warning: Contact Lens Cases in Checked Luggage Risk
Travellers are receiving unexpected airport security warnings about contact lens cases in checked baggage. Discover the surprising TSA regulation that could save your journey from disruption.
Premier League referee David Coote in court over driving charge
Premier League official David Coote appears in court after his BMW collided with a van while travelling to oversee a match, with the case now adjourned until October.
Chinese Spy Network Uncovered Targeting UK Parliament
Exclusive: Security services discover suspected Chinese espionage operation with parliamentary researcher charged under Official Secrets Act
Georgia Election Official Vanishes Before Primaries
Petros Krommidas, a senior Democratic election official in Georgia, has disappeared without trace just days before crucial primary elections, sparking major concerns about electoral integrity.
Sweden to ban burqas, cites 'failed integration'
Sweden's government announces sweeping ban on full-face veils in public spaces, with deputy prime minister declaring multiculturalism has 'failed spectacularly' and vowing tougher integration measures.
Whitehall official disciplined for twerking at police gala
A senior government official faces sanctions after performing explicit dance moves, including twerking, at a high-profile police charity event attended by Rod Stewart's wife Penny Lancaster, sparking an official investigation into professional misconduct.
Kate Middleton's new portrait reveals 'profound change'
Royal correspondent Jennie Bond analyses the Princess of Wales's first official portrait since her cancer diagnosis, revealing subtle but significant changes in her appearance and demeanour.
Premier League referee quits after family ambushed
Top-flight official Tom Bramall abandons VAR role following terrifying incident where his family was confronted after Championship match, raising serious concerns about referee safety.
South Lake Tahoe Mayor Arrested for Embezzlement
California mayor Devin Wallace faces multiple felony charges after allegedly embezzling thousands from local businesses in a stunning betrayal of public trust.
Elected official's family killed in prison cannabis dispute
Shocking prison murder rocks Mississippi as county supervisor's family members are brutally killed in correctional facility over alleged marijuana dispute, raising serious questions about prison safety.
Democrat dragged from burning home in suspected arson attack
A South Carolina Democratic official narrowly escaped death after being pulled from his blazing home in what authorities are investigating as a deliberate arson attack, with neighbours reporting hearing gunshots before the inferno erupted.
Science teacher banned over inappropriate student relationship
Amrinder Singh Pannu, a chemistry teacher from Mitcham, has been prohibited from teaching indefinitely after a tribunal found he engaged in an improper relationship with a sixth-form student.
UN official fired over social media post on Israeli operation
A senior United Nations official from New Jersey has been dismissed following inflammatory comments made on social media about Israel's military actions in Jenin, West Bank.
Referee arrested for posting match video on social media
A football referee has been arrested after sharing footage from an official match on social media, sparking concerns about sports integrity and online conduct in UK football.
Kash Patel, ex-Trump official, comes out as gay
Kash Patel, the former senior intelligence official under President Trump, has publicly come out as gay in an exclusive interview, discussing his journey and the response from political allies.
Taylor Swift Merch: Official vs Fake Guide
Expert advice on identifying genuine Taylor Swift merchandise and steering clear of counterfeit products that fail to meet quality standards.
EFL referee banned after betting on 800+ matches
A professional assistant referee has been suspended from football after admitting to placing hundreds of bets on games, including those he was officiating, in a major integrity breach.
Manchester Bombing: Secret 'Plato' Codeword Failures Revealed
An official inquiry has uncovered that the codeword 'Plato' was secretly triggered during the Manchester Arena terror attack, exposing critical failures in the emergency response that left victims waiting for help.
India's bizarre trophy snub shocks cricket world
In an extraordinary diplomatic incident, India's cricket team staged unusual celebrations after winning the Asia Cup, pointedly refusing to accept the trophy from a Pakistani official in a dramatic display of political tensions.
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