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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.

Diddy sentenced to 25 years in prison

Music mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs has been sentenced to 25 years in federal prison after being convicted on multiple sex trafficking and racketeering charges, marking a dramatic fall from grace for the hip-hop billionaire.

Dutch police use water cannon on right-wing protesters

Dutch riot police used water cannons to disperse a right-wing demonstration in Rotterdam after protesters clashed with officers and attempted to breach barriers. The tense standoff resulted in multiple arrests.

Far-Right March on London: Transatlantic Extremism

Exclusive report on the significant far-right march through central London, its transatlantic connections, and the heavy police response. We analyse the groups involved, the political climate fueling the demonstration, and its impact on the community.

Minority Britons alarmed by 'far-right normalisation' at rally

The recent 'Unite the Kingdom' rally in London has left many minority communities deeply concerned, as they witness what they perceive as the mainstreaming of far-right rhetoric and a legitimisation of anti-immigrant politics in Britain.

Elon Musk Endorses Tommy Robinson, Sparks UK Outrage

Billionaire Elon Musk faces a fierce backlash after using his platform X to publicly support far-right figure Tommy Robinson and a controversial 'United Right' march in London, drawing condemnation from politicians and anti-racism groups.

Aristocrat's daughter guilty in baby death case

Wealthy heiress Constance Marten and her partner Mark Gordon have been convicted of gross negligence manslaughter and perverting the course of justice following the death of their newborn daughter during months off-grid living.

German Royal's Foster Son & Lawyer Mom Face Murder Trial

The foster son of German royal heir Cedric von Ferdinand and his mother, prominent lawyer Nadine Jett, are on trial in California for the alleged murder of a man whose body was found in a shallow grave. The case has gripped the US with its shocking detail

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

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.

Depardieu to Stand Trial Over Sexual Assault Allegations

French screen icon Gerard Depardieu will face a criminal trial in Paris this October over allegations of sexual assault made by fellow actor Charlotte Arnould, in a case that has gripped France and the international film community.

Far-Right Group Storms Indigenous Camp in Australia

Dramatic footage captures the moment a far-right group aggressively confronts an Indigenous camp in Australia, escalating tensions following a nationalist march. The incident raises serious concerns about community safety and racial tensions.

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.

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