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Sydney siege: Panania street lockdown after police standoff

Exclusive: Dramatic armed police operation unfolds in Sydney's Panania suburb as specialist officers contain property following serious domestic incident. Residents report hearing loud bangs and shouting during tense standoff.

Manchester Armed Police Siege Ends With Arrest

A major police operation involving armed officers and negotiators unfolded in Manchester after reports of a man making serious threats, bringing a residential street to a standstill.

Sudan's El Fasher on brink of collapse amid siege

The besieged Sudanese city of El Fasher faces imminent collapse as paramilitary forces tighten their grip, cutting off essential aid and creating a devastating famine. This is the unfolding human tragedy.

Crossbow-wielding man dies after police standoff in London

A dramatic police siege in South London has ended after a man armed with a crossbow died following a confrontation with armed officers. The incident prompted a major emergency response and a cordon in a residential street.

1700+ US CEOs halt political donations after Capitol siege

In an unprecedented move, more than 1,700 American CEOs and business leaders have vowed to suspend all political contributions following the violent insurrection at the US Capitol, signalling a major shift in corporate political engagement.

Israel Declares War on Hamas, Imposes Total Gaza Siege

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declares war on Hamas following a devastating surprise assault. Gaza faces a complete blockade as IDF prepares for a prolonged ground operation in response to the deadliest attack in decades.

Police shoot man dead during raid in Porepunkah

A police operation in the quiet town of Porepunkah turned fatal as officers shot a man during a raid. The incident, involving a wanted individual, is now under investigation by Victoria's professional standards command.

Israeli Forces Encircle Gaza City in Major Ground Offensive

Israeli troops have fully encircled Gaza City, cutting it off from the rest of the Strip in a major escalation of the ground offensive against Hamas. Prime Minister Netanyahu declares 'significant stage' in war, amid ongoing hostage negotiations and inter

Major Police Operation Underway in Porepunkah, Victoria

A critical police incident is unfolding in the quiet town of Porepunkah, Victoria, with specialist units and negotiators attempting to make contact with a man, believed to be Dezi Freeman, inside a barricaded property. Residents have been urged to avoid t

Starmer's 'Chill Out' Plea: Inside No10's Delivery Plan

PM Keir Starmer confronts 'crisis' narrative, urging calm as he unveils detailed delivery plan for government pledges. Exclusive insight into Whitehall's new 'Delivery Unit' and the strategy to prove competence.

Man dies alone weeks after NHS discharge, inquest hears

An investigation is underway after Dezi Freeman, 58, was found dead in his Derby flat. He had been discharged from the NHS' Radbourne Unit just weeks earlier, with his family claiming he was failed by the system.

Cooper pledges to scrap Rwanda scheme, launch new enforcement unit

Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper pledges to scrap the stalled Rwanda scheme and establish a new 'Returns and Enforcement Unit' to fast-track asylum decisions and remove those with no right to stay, criticising the government's 'complete failure'.

BBC's Death Valley Crime Drama Renewed for Second Series

The BBC has officially commissioned a second series of its acclaimed crime drama 'Death Valley', promising more twists, turns, and forensic intrigue as the cold case unit delves deeper into Manchester's darkest mysteries.

Memphis PD Disbands Unit After Tyre Nichols' Death

The SCORPION unit of the Memphis Police Department has been permanently deactivated following the brutal beating and death of Tyre Nichols. Five former officers now face second-degree murder charges as the city braces for the release of further incident f

NRL's Brandon Smith Faces Drug and Betting Probe

Melbourne Storm hooker Brandon Smith is under investigation by the NRL Integrity Unit over alleged links to a suspected drug dealer during a Noosa holiday and potential misuse of insider information for betting on the 2025 season, casting a shadow over hi

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