Dad of soldier Liam Potts shares moving message after death
Paul Potts has paid tribute to his son Lance Corporal Liam Potts of the Coldstream Guards, who died aged 22 in Wylam, and thanked rescue teams and the Army for their support.
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Stirling Castle defends 'low-noise' fireworks after complaints
Stirling Castle bosses defend a 'low-noise' fireworks display on Saturday night after residents complained about the disruption and impact on pets.
Man charged after Rock Ferry pub glass attack
Steven David Rooney, 45, charged with Section 18 wounding with intent after a man in his 30s was slashed with a glass at The Bedford Lukes pub in Rock Ferry.
Probe continues into Wigan nightclub fire as man bailed
A 31-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of arson after a fire at the former Jumpin' Jak's nightclub in Wigan. He has been released on bail as investigations continue.
A66 crash 'sparked by turf war' after teen's dad's home ram-raided
Seven died in A66 crash after a 'turf war' and ram-raid on a teen's father's home. 17 arrested, two officers among victims.
Man charged with attempted murder after van driven at cops
A 32-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder after two police officers were seriously injured when a van was allegedly driven at them in Larkhall.
Chelsea to warn fans over sectarian chant heard at Fulham
Chelsea will email supporters who attended the Fulham match, warning against repeating a sectarian chant heard in the away end during Monday's 3-2 Premier League win.
A66 crash: 17 arrested, community urges no graffiti tributes
Cleveland Police have arrested 17 people after a fatal A66 crash killed seven. A community group urges against graffiti tributes, as fundraisers for two officers pass £1m.
Raheem Sterling charged with dangerous driving after M3 crash
Former England player Raheem Sterling has been charged with dangerous driving and possession of nitrous oxide after a single-vehicle crash on the M3, police said.
Woman dies after Audi crash in Airdrie, man arrested
A 45-year-old woman died after being hit by a blue Audi A3 in Airdrie. A 23-year-old man was arrested and released pending further enquiry.
Tourists and shopkeepers brawl in Capri resort fight
Footage shows tourists and shopkeepers brawling in Capri's Marina Grande after a dispute over children near a shop entrance, prompting the mayor to respond.
Nightclub knife threat 'could have turned into a bloodbath'
A man who threatened to stab a clubber and jabbed him with a knife at a packed Nottingham nightclub has been jailed for 14 months.
A66 crash tributes slammed as 'disgraceful' by locals
Locals have slammed balloon tributes for five men who died in a wrong-way crash on the A66 as 'disgraceful' after two police officers also lost their lives.
Scotland 'lawless' as violent crime figures surge
Violent crime is surging in Scotland, with murders up from 35 to 49 and total crimes rising seven per cent to 323,531 in a year.
Scotland violent crime rises while other nations see falls
Crime in Scotland rose 7% in a year to 323,531 offences, with murders up 40%, as a retired superintendent blames fewer officers and closed stations.
Teen refuses to move leg as train passenger invades space
A teenager on a packed train stood firm when a tall stranger tried to push their leg, only for the man to get off two stops later.
Politician's final words before live TV suicide
Pennsylvania Treasurer Robert Budd Dwyer died by suicide during a live televised press conference, just before he was due to be sentenced for bribery.
14 Newborns Killed in Pakistan Hospital Fire
A fire at a newborn nursery in Pakistan's capital killed 14 babies on Wednesday, after an air-conditioning compressor exploded, officials said.
Ferguson offers support to Rangers captain Shankland
Barry Ferguson has offered to meet Rangers captain Lawrence Shankland for a coffee, saying he understands the strain of leading the club and backs the striker to prove critics wrong.
Man kills eight relatives, including four children, at Sunday dinner
A man killed eight relatives, including four children, at a Sunday dinner before dying of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, police confirmed.
Wildfire fury: Residents fear death before fires stop
Residents near Maerdy Mountain wildfire express terror and anger, fearing someone will be killed before the fires stop, as crews contain the blaze.
Haiti gang leader threatens to kill hostages after attack kills 47
At least 47 people were killed and over 50 kidnapped in a gang attack on Kenscoff, Haiti. A gang leader has threatened to execute hostages if police hurt any gang members.
Haiti gang kills 47, kidnaps 50 in Kenscoff attack
At least 47 killed and 50 kidnapped in a gang attack on Kenscoff, Haiti. A gang leader threatens to kill hostages if authorities act.
Haiti: 47 killed, 50 kidnapped in Kenscoff attack
At least 47 people were killed and more than 50 kidnapped when armed men attacked Kenscoff, Haiti, on Sunday, August 23, in one of the largest mass kidnappings in recent years.
Mum locked out of care home at 3am in 'disgusting abuse'
A mum with early-onset dementia was locked out of her Toxteth care home at 3am, with the home's manager calling it 'disgusting and despicable' abuse.
Mum dies after 10-hour six-in-one plastic surgery goes wrong
Andreia Vieira Gaspar, 51, died hours after six cosmetic procedures in Goiânia, Brazil. Family allege medical negligence; prosecutors investigate possible involuntary manslaughter.
Uncle of A66 crash victim jailed for wrong-way police chase
Aaron Saddington, 23, was jailed for 20 months for dangerous driving on the A66, the same road where his nephew Makai died in a crash that killed two officers.
Drunk thug attacked ex with meat cleaver and accused her of killing son
Joseph Brown, 40, of Anfield, was jailed for two-and-a-half years after a drunken assault on ex-partner Carlie Salters, which included a meat cleaver and threats to kill.
A66 crash 'sparked by feud' after home rammed
Seven died on the A66 after a 'feud' sparked moments before the crash, which followed an alleged ram-raid on a victim's father's home. Two police officers were among the dead.
Man jailed for meat cleaver attack on ex over son's death claim
Joseph Brown, 40, of Anfield, was jailed for two-and-a-half years after attacking his ex-partner with a meat cleaver and threatening to kill her.
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