London's 5 Most Ridiculous Crimes of 2025
A countdown of London's most absurd criminal blunders from 2025, featuring a public sex doll mishap, a £24k wine heist, and a fraudster using a James Bond alias. Read the full stories here.
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Mariupol's destroyed theatre reopens with Russian fairytale
The Mariupol Drama Theatre, destroyed in a 2022 airstrike, reopens under Russian control. Critics call it 'dancing on bones' as a Russian fairytale replaces its Ukrainian past. Explore the story of loss, Russification, and confiscated homes.
Algeria Passes Law Declaring French Colonisation a Crime
Algeria's parliament has unanimously approved a law declaring France's 132-year colonisation a 'state crime', demanding an apology and reparations. Explore the details and diplomatic fallout.
50 Ukrainian civilians kidnapped in Russian border raid
Russian troops have forcibly taken 50 civilians, mostly elderly women, from a Ukrainian border village. Ukraine condemns the 'barbaric' act and demands their return. Read the latest on this alleged war crime.
Golden State Killer Prosecutor Reveals Case Details
Sacramento DA Thien Ho's new book details the prosecution of Joseph DeAngelo, the Golden State Killer, and the quest for justice for his victims. Discover the story behind the mask.
Historic WWI War Crime Case Still Influences International Law
A 1918 German U-boat attack on survivors of a Canadian hospital ship set a crucial legal precedent. Discover the landmark case still cited in modern war crimes law.
Trump's Venezuela Strategy Under War Crime Scrutiny
Donald Trump's intensified focus on ousting Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro and military strikes on suspected drug boats prompt accusations of war crimes. Listen to the Full Story podcast.
Bondi Memo Orders Antifa Investigation for Tax Crimes
Exclusive: US Attorney General Pam Bondi instructs law enforcement to investigate Antifa and leftwing groups for potential tax violations, escalating Trump's domestic terror crackdown. Read the full story.
Satellite images show Sudanese city emptied after massacre
New satellite analysis reveals El Fasher, Sudan, eerily empty with evidence of mass graves after a paramilitary massacre. Up to 150,000 are missing as the UN is blocked from investigating war crimes.
Trump's Venezuela Moves Scrutinised for Potential War Crimes
US President Donald Trump and his secretary of war face scrutiny over military action against suspected Venezuelan drug boats. Listen to the full analysis and support independent journalism.
Lost baby fur seal waddles into New Zealand craft beer bar
A curious baby fur seal surprised patrons at a Richmond pub. Discover how staff safely contained the 'silly season' visitor until conservation rangers arrived for its release.
US lawmakers demand inquiry into Caribbean drug boat strike
A Democratic congressman calls footage of a US military strike on survivors 'deeply troubling', as experts allege potential war crimes. Calls grow for transparency and a full investigation.
Hegseth told soldiers to ignore legal advice on engagement rules
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth instructed soldiers in Iraq to disregard legal advice on rules of engagement, a stance now under scrutiny after a deadly Caribbean strike. Read the full investigation.
Sex crimes against women not a police priority, inquiry finds
A major inquiry sparked by Sarah Everard's murder finds police response to sexually motivated crimes against women in public is inconsistent and under-resourced. Lady Elish Angiolini urges leaders to act now as 'lives are at stake'.
Cheat Sheet: Reeves Tax Defence, HIV Plan, Film Award Win
Get the day's top stories in 10 minutes: Starmer backs Reeves over tax claims, a £170m HIV action plan, and Pillion's film award triumph. Listen now on Spotify.
UK Special Forces 'Kill Policy' in Afghanistan Inquiry
A public inquiry hears evidence of a 'deliberate policy' to kill fighting-aged males in Afghanistan and a subsequent cover-up by senior UK special forces command.
UK Special Forces 'Kill Policy' in Afghanistan Inquiry
A public inquiry hears a senior officer warned of a 'deliberate policy' to kill fighting-aged males in Afghanistan, with allegations of a cover-up reaching the highest levels of UK special forces command.
SAS Afghan War Crimes Cover-Up Alleged
A senior whistleblower alleges UK special forces commanders suppressed evidence of unlawful killings in Afghanistan, including the shooting of children. The public inquiry continues.
Africa pushes for colonial crime recognition and reparations
African leaders convene in Algiers to demand official recognition of colonial-era crimes and reparations, citing Algeria's brutal experience under French rule as a key example.
UN: Israel has 'de facto state policy' of torture
A damning UN report accuses Israel of systematic torture against Palestinian detainees, including children. Read the full investigation into alleged war crimes and impunity.
Emmerdale villains Celia & Ray's worst crimes revealed
Explore Emmerdale's darkest villains yet as Celia and Ray's human trafficking, drug running and exploitation plot unfolds. Discover their shocking crimes and what's next.
Nobel Winner: US Deal Must Punish Russia War Crimes
Ukrainian Nobel Peace Prize laureate demands any US peace agreement must hold Russia accountable for war crimes. Read the exclusive demands.
PM's fury after niece beaten for holding hands
Prime Minister Keir Starmer reveals his fury after his niece and her wife were violently assaulted for holding hands. The attack highlights a sharp rise in anti-LGBTQ+ hate crimes across the UK.
Church worker charged with impersonating ICE agent
A Texas church safety director, Donald Doolittle, 58, faces charges for allegedly posing as an ICE agent to extort $500 from a woman. Learn about the scam and official warnings.
US Urges Ukraine to Accept Peace Deal Before Thanksgiving
US officials pressure Zelenskyy to sign peace agreement with Russia, warning Ukraine faces harsher terms if delayed. Key Nato allies express concern over secretive negotiations.
London criminals exploit dating apps for serious crimes
Exclusive investigation reveals how London criminals are exploiting dating apps including Tinder, Grindr and Hinge for serious offences including rape, burglary and stalking. Learn how to stay safe.
Nuremberg Trials Archives Go Online After 25 Years
Harvard Law School launches fully digitised Nuremberg trials records after a 25-year preservation project, offering unprecedented public access to the landmark Nazi war crimes proceedings.
Ex-Met officer handed 37th life sentence for sex crimes
Predatory ex-police officer David Carrick receives his 37th life sentence for sexual offences spanning 35 years, including child abuse and multiple rapes. Read the full story.
International Law Under Attack: Why Rules Still Matter
As global tensions rise, experts debate whether international law is dying or evolving. Discover why the 1945 framework remains crucial despite current challenges.
Brit faces war crimes trial for Ukraine footage
Graham Phillips, 46, could become first British national prosecuted for war crimes related to Russia's invasion after filming pigs eating Ukrainian soldiers. Read the full investigation details.
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