Martin Clunes Plays Huw Edwards in New Channel 5 Drama
Doc Martin star Martin Clunes will play disgraced BBC presenter Huw Edwards in a two-part Channel 5 drama detailing his downfall. The show explores the grooming scandal that ended his career.
Category : Scandals
Firm offers to 'upgrade' CBE, sparking honours system debate
A reader reveals an offer to help 'upgrade' his CBE, as a doctor proposes selling honours to fund the NHS. Explore the modern debate around Britain's honours system.
Governor's $31k Payout to Aide Arrested for Cocaine
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey faces fierce criticism after erroneously paying a $31,000 buyout to a top aide arrested for cocaine trafficking. Her office is now taking legal action to recover the funds. Read the full story.
Governor's $31k Payout to Aide in Cocaine Scandal Sparks Fury
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey faces fierce criticism after taxpayer funds were used to pay a top aide accused of trafficking cocaine. Her office says the payment was an error. Read the full story.
Businessman's plane crash adds to legal woes before court
Jeffry Knight's private plane caused damage at Tampa airport days before a pretrial hearing for a fatal boat crash. The incident adds to his mounting legal troubles. Read the full report.
Farage: Reform candidate's Lammy comments 'over the top'
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has called for candidate Dr Chris Parry to apologise for telling David Lammy to 'go home' to the Caribbean. Read the full story on the political fallout.
Farage: Reform candidate's Lammy comments 'over the top'
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has called for candidate Dr Chris Parry to apologise for telling David Lammy to 'go home' to the Caribbean. Read the full story on the political row.
McGowan brands Weinstein a 'mafia boss' of Hollywood
Rose McGowan details Harvey Weinstein's 'mafia boss' control in Hollywood. Read the full account of the allegations and his subsequent convictions.
McLachlan's Partner Insists He Rebuilds Career Post-Acquittal
Vanessa Scammell says actor Craig McLachlan, cleared of all assault charges in 2020, deserves to work again despite industry blacklisting. She discusses the ongoing fallout in a new podcast.
Police officer denies theft charges, trial delayed until 2028
A Warwickshire police constable with 21 years' service pleads not guilty to stealing cash and property while on duty. His trial is delayed until May 2028 due to court backlogs. Read the full story.
Partner Defends Craig McLachlan Over 'Cancellation'
Vanessa Scammell condemns the 'witch hunt' against actor Craig McLachlan, acquitted in 2020, as he faces ongoing industry blacklisting. Read the full story.
Australia Post loses $4,000 Aboriginal painting
Award-winning Aboriginal artist Bobbi Lockyer is devastated after Australia Post lost a valuable commissioned painting. The postal service apologises as the search continues.
‘Fake Admiral’ fined for wearing medals he didn't earn
A former teacher posed as a Rear Admiral for years. A psychologist analyses why his excuse of wanting to 'fit in' doesn't hold water. Read the full analysis.
‘Fake Admiral’ fined for wearing medals he didn't earn
A former teacher posed as a Rear Admiral at Remembrance events. A psychologist analyses why his excuse of wanting to 'belong' doesn't add up. Read the full analysis.
Daniel Andrews 'Bike Boy' Enters Treatment Centre
Ryan Meuleman, the teenager injured in a 2013 collision with Daniel Andrews' car, has checked into a treatment facility for psychological and health issues as a defamation case continues.
Ricky Nixon hospitalised after shower fall incident
Former AFL player manager Ricky Nixon was taken to hospital after a fall. This comes months after his fraud conviction for selling fake signed footballs. Read the full story.
Newsom's Grindr Remark Sparks Backlash Amid Fraud Probe
California Governor Gavin Newsom faces criticism for a lewd response to MAGA influencer Benny Johnson, who vows to investigate 'criminal' fraud in the state. Read the full story.
Newsom's Grindr Remark Criticised Over Fraud Allegations
California Governor Gavin Newsom faces backlash for a crude remark aimed at a MAGA influencer investigating fraud claims. Discover the details of the allegations and the political fallout.
Baldoni's Texts Exhausted by Lively's On-Set Demands
Newly unsealed texts show Justin Baldoni's frustration directing Blake Lively in 'It Ends With Us', citing a 'trap' over sex scenes. The clash fuels their ongoing $400m legal battle. Read the latest.
Bari Weiss Faces Scrutiny Over CBS News Editorial Decisions
CBS News editor-in-chief Bari Weiss faces internal and external criticism after spiking a 60 Minutes report and green-lighting a Kristi Noem ICE raid feature. Explore the political pressures and controversies.
Swiss Bar Owner in Probe Linked to Pimping Case
The manager of a Swiss ski bar where 40 died in a New Year's fire faces manslaughter charges. He was previously convicted for recruiting sex workers to Geneva's 'Hot Rabbit' parlour. Read the full investigation.
Bongino and Gaetz in Profane MAGA Feud on X
Conservative figures Dan Bongino and Matt Gaetz engaged in a vicious public spat on X, trading insults over political failures and ethics probes. Read the full explosive exchange.
Fake child actor ad sparks false Minnesota day care fraud claims
A prank Craigslist ad seeking child actors for a Minnesota day care centre has been falsely cited as evidence of fraud. Get the verified facts here.
Lehrmann escalates defamation case to High Court
Bruce Lehrmann launches a High Court challenge to overturn findings he raped Brittany Higgins. The ex-staffer risks bankruptcy if his final legal bid fails. Read the latest.
Judge suspended for bullying staff allowed to run again
Judge Tracy Flood was suspended for bullying court staff to the point of self-harm thoughts. The Washington Supreme Court overturned her removal after she claimed criticism was racist. Read the full investigation.
Post Office Scandal Victim's Long Wait for Justice
Glenys Eaton reveals her battle to clear her name after her husband's identical Post Office Horizon conviction was overturned. MPs hear of 'missing' victims and Fujitsu's lack of compensation provision.
Judge Dismisses $6k Safari Claim Against GOP Lawmaker
A Wyoming judge has thrown out a former lover's $6,000 small-claims case against Republican lawmaker Nina Webber over an elephant hunting trip. Read the full story of their courtroom feud.
Judge Dismisses Safari Debt Claim Against GOP Lawmaker
A Wyoming judge has thrown out a $6,000 small-claims case against Republican state representative Nina Webber, brought by her ex-boyfriend over an elephant hunting safari. Read the full story of their courtroom feud.
Fujitsu won't say how much it will pay for Post Office scandal
Fujitsu executives refuse to commit to a compensation figure for the Horizon IT scandal, leaving taxpayers to foot the £1.8bn bill. MPs demand answers.
Fujitsu Boss Refuses to Name Horizon Scandal Payout Figure
Fujitsu's European boss refuses to state how much the firm should pay for the Post Office Horizon scandal, as victims await compensation. Read the latest on the ongoing inquiry.
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