London sex crimes up 6% to 28,203; Camden highest rate
London recorded 28,203 sexual offences in 2025/26, up 6%, including 9,949 rapes; charge rates remain low at 6.4%.
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Harrow children's services show progress but capacity issues remain
Ofsted's third monitoring visit finds improvements in Harrow's children's services, but capacity pressures and delays in CAMHS assessments leave some families waiting too long for support.
Emmerdale: Charity's Final Showdown with Dr Todd
In a terrifying Emmerdale video, Charity Dingle confronts her rapist Dr. Caitlin Todd in a final showdown that ends in Todd's death, as leaked footage reveals the explosive climax.
Conversion therapy survivor: 'I still feel incredible shame'
Gail Yorke, 37, survived a 2006 conversion therapy retreat near Lancaster. Now, as the UK drafts a ban, she shares her trauma and ongoing shame, highlighting that such practices still occur today.
Boy, 12, survives lorry drag in miracle escape
A 12-year-old boy in Brazil miraculously survived being dragged under a lorry, suffering only a fractured wrist and grazed elbow after CCTV captured the incident.
Wetherspoons bans Meta 'spy glasses' in all 800+ pubs
Wetherspoons has banned Meta smart glasses in all 800+ UK pubs, citing privacy concerns and surreptitious surveillance. Staff will order wearers to turn off cameras.
Jason Arday affair exposes systemic flaws in academia
The Jason Arday scandal reveals systemic failures in UK university hiring and promotion, including unchecked CV exaggeration and racial bias, readers say.
NHS mental health cuts: millions face longer waits for care
Seven in 10 NHS mental health trusts plan to cut services in 2026-27, risking longer waits for millions in England, an exclusive survey reveals.
Tiger Balm Mix-Up: A Painful Bedroom Mistake
A woman recounts the night her partner grabbed tiger balm instead of lube, causing searing pain and a memorable lesson in bedroom mishaps.
Gen Z Understands Only 5.3 of 24 Office Phrases
New research shows Gen Z employees understand only 5.3 of 24 common office phrases, with 'ideate' the least understood. Find out which jargon terms stump them most.
Blind Londoners forced into taxis due to 'unsafe' bus stops
Blind and partially sighted Londoners say floating bus stops are so dangerous they avoid buses, forcing them into costly taxis. Campaigners urge Sadiq Khan to halt all designs.
Axe attack leaves man with life-changing injuries in London
A man in his 40s suffered life-changing injuries in an axe attack near the Grand Union Canal in Brentford, west London, on August 4. Police have launched an attempted murder investigation and are appealing for witnesses.
Kizik Lima 2 Hands-Free Shoes: Back-Saving Review
Kizik Lima 2 hands-free shoes offer a slip-on design that eliminates bending, combining comfort, style, and support. Priced from $119.95, they're ideal for back pain sufferers.
Policing Since Sarah Everard: Levy Review
Five years after Sarah Everard's murder, a new review into Simon Levy's killings finds policing failures persist, prompting urgent calls for reform.
Lord Laming obituary: children's services reformer
Herbert Laming, Lord Laming, who has died aged 89, was the outstanding public servant in children's and social care, whose inquiry into Victoria Climbié's murder reshaped England's child protection system.
Tony Jones: Q+A Host to Animal Testing Doc Sentient
Tony Jones, former Q+A host, premieres Sentient, a documentary on animal testing, at Sundance. He discusses empathy, ethics, and his life with Sarah Ferguson.
TV Anchor's Live Swear Slip After Witnessing Crash
During a live traffic segment, KJ Jacobs of WCPO 9 in Cincinnati nearly swore on air after witnessing a car crash in real time, but caught himself just in time.
The 'backhanded' compliment that kills bedroom mood
A Reddit thread reveals 'I like that you like it' as a mood-killing phrase during sex, with experts explaining why it can ruin intimacy and how to communicate better.
Noel Edmonds admits freed lobsters may not survive
Noel Edmonds concedes the lobsters he released into the sea may have died, but says they avoided being boiled alive, after backlash over his rescue.
Ebola outbreak in DRC may be mutating as cases surge
Over 1,800 deaths and 4,000 cases in DRC Ebola outbreak, with officials investigating possible virus mutation and planning door-to-door searches.
Ealing mum strangled by ex: family tribute
Vivienne Baraka, 35, was found dead in her bathroom in March 2024 after being strangled by ex-partner Alvin Gitahi, 43, who was found guilty of murder on August 6.
Tube predator Levy followed Andrew Tate before murders
Serial sex offender Simon Levy, 40, who murdered two women and raped a third, followed Andrew Tate online and searched for murder stories before his crimes.
Serial sex attacker guilty of two murders after police failures
Simon Levy, 40, found guilty at the Old Bailey of murdering two women and raping a third, after police and court blunders left him free to kill twice.
Serial predator guilty of murdering two women, raping third
Simon Levy, 40, was found guilty of murdering Carmenza Valencia-Trujillo and Sheryl Wilkins, and raping a third woman, amid a spree of sexual assaults.
Derry Girls star cuts ties with family after intense therapy
Derry Girls star Jamie-Lee O'Donnell reveals she went no contact with her family after intense therapy, leading to a fresh start in Barcelona.
Home Bargains recalls Toy Story bottles over choking hazard
Home Bargains urgently recalls Toy Story water bottles due to choking risk; spout can detach. Customers urged to return for full refund.
Mother's grief: Son, 20, died of asbestos cancer
A mother whose son died of mesothelioma at 20 says misdiagnosis delayed treatment. Liam Exley's cancer was found at stage four after years of fluid on his lungs.
Pregnant shopkeeper attacked by robbers in Argentina
A heavily pregnant shopkeeper was punched, thrown to the floor, and dragged by robbers posing as customers in Argentina; she and her unborn baby are unharmed.
Battersea Slams Anti-Pet Trend as Celebs Join
Battersea Dogs & Cats Home criticizes a social media trend discouraging pet ownership, with celebrity supporters urging responsible adoption. New data reveals rising pet returns.
Cyclist critical after Stepney Green crash with unfit driver
A cyclist in his 50s suffered life-threatening injuries after being hit by a car in Stepney Green. The driver, 33, was arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving, failing to stop, and being unfit to drive.
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