Ex-BBC star jailed for nine years for rape and sexual assault
River City actor Iain Robertson has been sentenced to nine years in prison for raping one woman and assaulting two others between 2004 and 2019.
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Argentina FA denies FBI phone confiscation claim
The Argentina Football Association has dismissed as false reports that senior officials had phones confiscated by FBI agents at JFK Airport after the World Cup final defeat to Spain.
Killer driver who mowed down teen jailed for life
Terrence King, 60, was jailed for life for murdering 15-year-old Devon Simmonds-Caines by deliberately driving into him at almost double the speed limit in an act of unlawful private retribution.
Nigel Farage mocks heckler who crashed car after insult
Nigel Farage mocks a heckler who crashed their car seconds after shouting an insult at him during a campaign event in Clacton, posting video of the incident on X.
Jury out in trial of mum, boyfriend over girl, 2, murder
The jury has begun deliberations in the trial of Alexandra Walker and Harrison Simpson, accused of murdering and sexually assaulting two-year-old Isabelle Welsh, who suffered 21 broken bones before her death.
Hero teens dash onto beach after seeing casualties in Essex water
A woman and a teenage girl have died after three people got into difficulty in the sea at West Mersea beach in Essex. Heroic teenage workers dashed onto the sand to help.
New Freddie Flintoff crash details emerge as Stig speaks out
Paul Rees, revealed as The Stig, says he feared for his life in the 2022 Top Gear crash that left Freddie Flintoff with life-changing injuries, and is suing the BBC.
Couple's polite note to neighbour backfires in driveway dispute
A London couple who left a polite note on a neighbour's car after it was parked in their driveway without permission say the neighbour has since parked there daily for 11 days in retaliation.
Ethiopian charged with murder over £48 parking fee
Tsegaab Binessu faces three counts of second-degree murder after allegedly shooting three workers at a Minnesota apartment complex over a £48 parking fee.
Woman and teen die in West Mersea beach tragedy
A woman in her 40s and a teenage girl died after getting into difficulty in the water at West Mersea Beach, Essex. Three others were taken to hospital. Local café workers attempted to rescue them.
Fresh probe sought into Jimmy Savile's Scotland activities
A 'red-flag' school magazine interview prompts calls for a fresh investigation into Jimmy Savile's activities in Scotland, with claims he was more active there than realised.
Messi ignored by Argentina teammates in World Cup final footage
Lionel Messi pleaded with his Argentina teammates to stay calm before the World Cup final, but unseen footage shows his appeals were ignored as the match descended into chaos and brawls.
Argentina FA Denies FBI Phone Seizure After World Cup Final
The Argentina Football Association has denied claims that FBI officials seized phones from senior officials after the World Cup final defeat to Spain.
Two released after Prestwich stabbing
Two people arrested after a man was stabbed in Prestwich have been released, police confirm. The victim suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
Police officer probed over sex offences after death
Alan Greer, 47, was arrested in April over a 2012 rape allegation; now detectives investigate eight more alleged victims including sex workers.
McInnes ban sparks Hotline fury over SFA double standards
Derek McInnes' four-match ban for criticising officials has fans fuming over SFA double standards, with Martin O'Neill escaping punishment for a blue card quip.
Lima house fire kills 10, children among dead in suspected arson
Ten members of a single family, including five children, died in a house fire in Lima's La Victoria district. Police investigate possible arson after neighbors reported threats and extortion.
Man City fans top football arrest table in 2025-26
Manchester City supporters were arrested most often in the 2025-26 season, with 102 arrests. Chelsea, Manchester United, Arsenal, and Millwall follow in the top five.
Man Utd slammed over season ticket ban storm
Manchester United have been accused of treating supporters like 'suspects' after thousands of season tickets were revoked in a crackdown on touting, sparking backlash from fan groups.
River City actor jailed for nine years for rape
Former River City actor Iain Robertson has been jailed for nine years for raping a woman and assaulting two others, following a trial at the High Court in Glasgow.
Peru fire kills 10 family members including five children
Ten members of the same family, including five children, died in a house fire in Lima, Peru. Police are investigating whether the blaze was deliberately started.
Jenrick faces calls to apologise over 'doctored' clip
Reform's Robert Jenrick is urged to apologise after sharing a clip suggesting Labour minister Jo White said she didn't care about stopping small boats. She released full audio showing she called it her 'number one priority'.
Bus carrying Tigres fans shot at, blood splattered
A bus carrying Tigres football fans in Argentina was attacked with gunfire, leaving one fan shot in the arm and blood splattered across the floor.
Naturists banned from naked swimming at leisure centre
Northampton Sun Club members banned from nude swimming at Mounts Baths after 44 years, citing swimwear policy and staffing issues.
Exeter City footballer's brother, 2, dies in pool accident
Hartley Wareham, two-year-old brother of Exeter City's Jayden Wareham, died after being found unresponsive in a pool in Spain. A fundraiser for a memorial bench has raised over £2,300.
Teen gang-raped walking home from mosque in Bangladesh
A 17-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped while walking home from a mosque in Rajshahi, Bangladesh. Police are searching for three suspects.
Woman killed after man falls on her from 12th floor
A 23-year-old woman died after a man fell from the 12th floor of a building and landed on her in Nagoya, Japan. The man survived but is in critical condition.
Woman Gang Raped in Home Robbery: Nine Arrested in India
A woman was gang raped after robbers broke into her home in Madhya Pradesh, India. Nine suspects have been arrested, one remains at large.
Argentina star charged with misconduct after final whistle
Argentina fly-half Tomas Albornoz has been charged with misconduct for confronting referee Angus Gardner after the Nations Championship defeat to England.
Teenage girl and woman die in West Mersea beach tragedy
A teenage girl and a woman in her 40s died after getting into difficulty in the water at West Mersea beach in Essex. A third person is in hospital in a serious condition.
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