Man arrested for attempted kidnap of schoolchildren
A 35-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted kidnap after approaching three schoolchildren in Ashington. Police have released him on bail with strict conditions.
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Sertraline reduces domestic violence reoffending, study finds
A major trial reveals the antidepressant sertraline significantly reduces domestic violence reoffending in impulsive men. Discover the breakthrough findings and new prevention model.
Lammy: 12 more prisoners accidentally released, two missing
Justice Secretary David Lammy reveals a further 12 inmates were mistakenly freed in three weeks, with two unaccounted for. Watch the full BBC Breakfast report and analysis here.
12 prisoners wrongly freed, two still at large
Justice Secretary David Lammy reveals 12 further mistaken prisoner releases in a month, with two still missing. New figures show a crisis in the prison system. Read the latest.
Justice Secretary sets out reforms to tackle courts emergency
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces major reforms to tackle the record crown court backlog, including limiting jury trials and a £550m victim support fund. Will it deliver swift justice?
El Chapo's son pleads guilty in US drug case
Joaquín Guzmán López, son of 'El Chapo', admits to overseeing vast drug shipments to the US in a plea deal. Read the full details of the court hearing and its implications.
Netflix's Missing: Dead or Alive Season 2 Released
Netflix's true crime hit 'Missing: Dead or Alive' returns for a gripping second season, following South Carolina police. Stream the new episodes now.
Jailed Fathers Reunited at Louisiana Prison Dance
Inmates at Louisiana State Penitentiary shared a poignant daddy-daughter dance with their families in November. Discover how this initiative aims to heal family bonds.
Man arrested after rooftop standoff forces Sydney school lockdown
A tense police standoff in west Sydney ended with the arrest of a shirtless man armed with a metal pole on a shop roof. Telopea Public School was locked down during the incident. Read the full details.
Stockton shooting: Boy, 14, killed at child's party
A 14-year-old boy was among four killed in a mass shooting at a toddler's birthday party in Stockton, California. Police are hunting multiple gunmen in what is believed to be a targeted attack.
Lammy unveils justice reforms including judge-only trials
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces sweeping reforms to tackle the record crown court backlog, including judge-only trials for theft and burglary. Read the full plan for swift justice.
12 more prisoners accidentally released since November
Justice Secretary David Lammy confirms 12 further accidental prisoner releases since November, bringing the total to over 100 this year. Two remain at large. Read the latest.
Two more dangerous offenders mistakenly freed from prison
Justice Secretary David Lammy confirms two more violent or sex offenders were erroneously released and remain at large. Shocking MoJ figures reveal a systemic crisis.
Two prisoners mistakenly released remain at large
Justice Secretary David Lammy admits two inmates are still on the run after being freed in error. Follow our live updates for the latest on this breaking story.
Two prisoners at large after mistaken release
Justice Secretary David Lammy admits two inmates remain on the run after being freed in a major prison service error. Follow for live updates on the manhunt.
Man publicly executed in Afghan stadium, 12th since Taliban return
A man convicted of a multiple murder was publicly executed in eastern Afghanistan, marking the 12th such execution since the Taliban regained power. The UN condemns the act as 'inhumane'.
Russian 'Granny Ripper' investigated over 14 murders
The shocking case of Tamara Samsonova, the pensioner dubbed the Granny Ripper. Discover the gruesome details of her crimes and the ongoing investigation. Read the full story.
Bride drowns in wedding dress during 'trash the dress' shoot
A young bride's dream photoshoot turned to tragedy when her waterlogged wedding dress pulled her under. Read the full, heartbreaking story and the warnings it carries.
Botched gas chamber execution changed US law
The harrowing execution of serial killer Jimmy Lee Gray in a Mississippi gas chamber, where he died banging his head against a steel pole, led to the abolition of the method. Read the full story.
Russia's Chessboard Killer: 64-Victim Obsession Revealed
Alexander Pichushkin, a chess prodigy turned serial killer, aimed to murder 64 people, one for each square on a chessboard. Discover the chilling story behind his crimes and recent confessions.
Schoolgirl attacked by suspected XL Bully in Liverpool park
A 16-year-old girl required surgery after a suspected XL Bully dog attack in Croxteth Park, Liverpool. Read the full story of the traumatic incident and ongoing police investigation.
Baby left at monastery, mother's decapitated body found
A newborn baby was left at a German monastery, leading police to the decapitated body of its mother. This is a breaking news story. Refresh for updates.
Man dies in fall from Westquay shopping centre roof
A man has died after falling from the roof of the Westquay shopping centre in Southampton. Police are investigating the incident which occurred in broad daylight.
Lammy to overhaul justice system, may curb jury trials
Justice Secretary David Lammy unveils a 'fast and fair' plan to tackle the courts emergency, including limiting jury trials for less serious offences. Will it work?
Former Cricketer Aaron Summers Appears in Court on Abuse Charges
Former Hobart Hurricanes fast bowler Aaron Summers has appeared in Hobart's Supreme Court accused of child sexual abuse and grooming. The 29-year-old, extradited from Darwin, denies the charges.
$1bn Minnesota Welfare Fraud Scandal Exposed
A billion-dollar fraud spree has shattered Minnesota's famed social safety net, with funds for hungry children funding luxury lifestyles. Discover the full story.
Terror watchdog warns UK strategy ignores online threats
The UK's independent reviewer of terror laws criticises the government's 2025 national security plan for failing to prioritise online dangers. Read the urgent warning.
Principal stabbed at Keysborough Secondary College
A high school principal is in hospital after an alleged stabbing by a staff member, prompting a lockdown. Police are investigating the incident at Keysborough Secondary College.
Sex offender charged with child kidnapping in Utah case
A convicted sex offender faces child kidnapping charges after allegedly abducting a 13-year-old Utah girl. A disturbing 'love letter', condoms, and bullets were found in his trailer. Read the full investigation.
Police Car Crashes into House in Blacktown, Sydney
A police vehicle lost control and ploughed into a home in western Sydney on Tuesday afternoon. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Read the latest details on the incident.
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