Dovestone Fire: 70 Firefighters Tackle Moorland Blaze
The Dovestone moorland fire is in a 'steady state' with 70 firefighters, 11 engines, and 4 wildfire units on scene. A woman has been charged with arson. Residents urged to stay indoors.
Category : Violence
Man Jailed for Life for Northampton Murder Staged as Suicide
Michael Thompson, 56, received a life sentence with a minimum of 33 years for raping and murdering his estranged wife Kimberley Thompson, 43, then staging the scene as suicide.
Tice Feared MP Death Months Before Widdecombe Killing
Reform UK deputy leader Richard Tice says he pressed his panic button and warned the Speaker months before Ann Widdecombe's murder, revealing MPs face growing safety threats outside Parliament.
Woman Charged with Arson After Dovestone Reservoir Wildfire
A 20-year-old woman has been charged with aggravated arson after a wildfire at Dovestone Reservoir, believed started by a firework, which continues to burn.
Woman Furious After Neighbour’s Child Left Scooter on Driveway
A woman was left seething when her neighbour's child left a scooter on her driveway, leading to a heated argument over responsibility.
Rapist-Murderer Refuses Sentencing Hearing
Michael Thompson, 56, was jailed for life with a minimum of 33 years after he refused to attend his sentencing for raping and murdering his estranged wife Kimberley and staging her death as a suicide.
Burnham Haunted by Manchester Crime Stats as Labour Fails
Lee Anderson MP argues Labour's weak policies have led to soaring crime, with Manchester drug offences up 27%. He criticises Andy Burnham's record and warns against policies that fuel the black market.
Rapist who murdered estranged wife jailed for life
Michael Thompson, 56, was sentenced to life in prison for raping and murdering his estranged wife Kimberley Thompson, then staging her death as a suicide at their Northampton home.
Hero dad dies saving children at Seaton Carew beach
Wayne Taylor, 42, died trying to rescue two children from the sea at Seaton Carew beach, Hartlepool. Another man also perished. Both children survived and were taken to hospital.
Elderly Couple Found After Fleeing Care Home They Hated
Colin, 89, and Claudette Geraghty, 83, were missing for 32 hours after fleeing their care home in Melbourne because they disliked it. They were found in Maryborough.
UK Special Forces Dropped Afghan Prisoners from Forklifts
The Afghanistan Inquiry heard whistleblowers describe UK special forces dropping prisoners from forklifts 'for fun' and a cover-up of killings. A soldier who raised concerns was called a 'Taliban-loving apologist'.
Boy, 4, Shoots Dead Toddler Relative in Florida Airbnb
A 4-year-old boy found an unsecured gun in a car at an Airbnb in Kissimmee, Florida, and fatally shot his 2-year-old relative, prompting sheriff's warning on gun safety.
Ann Widdecombe Defended Farage 20 Minutes Before Attack
New footage shows Ann Widdecombe defending Nigel Farage's finances just 20 minutes before police believe she was attacked at her Dartmoor home. The interview was released with her family's permission.
Woman Smashed Glass in Worker's Face Over Stolen Wine
Jodie Sainsbury smashed a glass into a restaurant worker's face in Hull after her friend stole two bottles of wine, leaving the victim covered in blood. She received a suspended sentence.
Trump Says 'I Don't Feel Great' After Graham Death
Donald Trump admitted 'I don't feel great' during a Fox News call-in after the death of Senator Lindsey Graham, amid ongoing speculation about Trump's own health.
Rock Ferry Mum Runs Red Light, Sets Police Car on Fire
CCTV shows Stacie Wright running a red light in Birkenhead, crashing into a police car that burst into flames. The officer was injured and traumatised.
River Island Recalls Kids' Wear Over Toxic Cadmium
River Island recalls four children's clothing items with brooches containing excess cadmium, a highly toxic chemical linked to kidney and bone disease. Refunds offered.
Woman Hospitalized After Two-Car Crash in Blackley
A woman was taken to hospital with a suspected hip fracture after a two-car collision on Blackley New Road in Manchester. Police closed the road for several hours.
Naked Man Arrested for Kidnapping Attempt at Portland Park
A naked man, Daniel Vasey, 31, was arrested in Portland for allegedly trying to kidnap a 7-year-old girl from her mother at Tom McCall Waterfront Park on Saturday evening.
M9 Crash Closes Motorway, Causes Hour-Long Traffic Delays
A serious crash on the M9 southbound near Falkirk caused full closure and hour-long delays during rush hour; the road has since reopened.
Woman Mauled by Rescue Dog Adopted on Facebook
Charlotte Potts, 32, needed surgery after her rescue dog Blue attacked her on a walk. She allowed the dog to bite her arm to tie it to a fence. The dog was euthanised.
Teen Arrested After Knife Incident at Welsh School
A 16-year-old boy has been arrested after a disturbance at Afon Taf High School in Merthyr Tydfil, reportedly involving a knife. He was released on bail pending further enquiries.
Walker trampled by cattle dies at Felbrigg Hall
A man in his 70s died after being trampled by cattle at the National Trust's Felbrigg Hall in Norfolk. Emergency services attended, but he died at the scene. An investigation by police and the HSE is underway.
Widdecombe Murder Sparks Urgent Safety Advice for MPs
The murder of Ann Widdecombe has forced Parliament to issue urgent safety advice to MPs, as Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood and Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle address security concerns for all politicians.
Jockey Returns After Cocaine Ban, Toenail Test Negative
Jockey Molly Gunn, suspended six months for a cocaine positive, returned to racing after toenail tests covering 12 months showed no drug use, supporting her contamination claim.
Ex-Police Officer Referee Suspended Over Sexual Misconduct
Former PC Michael Jones, a referee in Welsh football, was suspended as referees officer after a misconduct hearing revealed he messaged women about erotic interests while on duty, including role play with a woman portraying a child.
Deeney: England's O'Reilly 'getting away with murder' at World Cup
Troy Deeney criticizes England left-back Nico O'Reilly, saying he has been 'getting away with murder' at the World Cup, performing only 'okay' while others face scrutiny.
Grandad Takes Hammer to Park Over Nail Safety Fears
A frustrated grandfather used a hammer to flatten protruding nails at Johnstown Park, Carmarthen, after reporting the issue to the council for a year without resolution.
ISIS Couple Jailed for Buying Yazidi Girls as Slaves
An Iraqi ISIS couple has been sentenced in Munich for buying two young Yazidi girls as slaves, subjecting them to rape and beatings. Twana H.S. got life, Asia R.A. received 9.5 years.
Bangkok Bar Fire Death Toll Rises to 30, Dozens Critical
The death toll from a fire at Bangkok's Rong Beer Na Ladprao bar has risen to 30, with 24 still critical. It's the city's deadliest fire in 17 years.
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