Labour MPs propose amendments to create specialist courts for sexual offences with fixed trial dates, aiming to reduce backlogs and counter government plans to limit jury trials in England and Wales.
US Vice President JD Vance cautioned Iran not to 'play' the United States as he departed for mediated negotiations in Islamabad aimed at ending the conflict, citing Trump's guidelines.
Geoffrey Robertson argues Australia's prosecution of Ben Roberts-Smith for war crimes demonstrates the Nuremberg legacy endures, contrasting with global impunity for leaders like Putin and Trump who undermine international law.
Noah Jones, 15, is part of a legal challenge against Australia's under-16 social media ban, arguing it violates free speech rights. Despite millions of accounts deactivated, many teens bypass the restrictions.
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Tony Barry and Barrie Cassidy dissect the fragile ceasefire in Iran, the escalating rhetoric from Donald Trump, and the mounting pressure on Australian politicians to formulate a response.
Experts warn Labor's partial gambling ad ban has loopholes in podcasts and social media. The 'triple lock' may be exploited by wagering companies targeting younger audiences.
Tony Barry and Barrie Cassidy analyze the impact of Donald Trump's escalating rhetoric on Australian politicians, the fragile ceasefire in Iran, and key domestic issues.
The arrest of Victoria Cross recipient Ben Roberts-Smith on war crime murder charges has deeply divided Australia, challenging national identity tied to military tradition and Anzac legacy.
Amid Trump's Iran war, Australia's PM Anthony Albanese faces calls for clearer communication on foreign policy, as Defence Chief David Johnston sets a transparent example.
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Reform UK Leader Nigel Farage claims his party could win control of both Bromley and Bexley councils in May elections, citing voter disillusionment with Conservatives and crime concerns.
The mother of Rijkaard Siafa, stabbed to death in Croydon in 2024, says her pain remains as police appeal for information on a third suspect still at large.
The Foreign Office has revised travel guidance for 29 countries including France, Spain, and Greece as the EU's new Entry/Exit System takes effect, requiring biometric registration for British travellers.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer revealed he emphasized a practical strategy with Donald Trump to secure the Strait of Hormuz, as reports surface of Iran considering a shipping tax that could impact global energy markets.
The European Union's Entry/Exit System is now fully operational, requiring British travelers to submit biometric data when visiting Schengen countries. Learn what this means for your summer holiday.
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The Metropolitan Police has been granted an extra £5 million to enhance patrols in Jewish communities following the Golders Green arson attack on ambulances, with funding also going to Greater Manchester Police for similar efforts.
Lee Milne sentenced to eight years for culpable homicide after his wife Kimberly Bruce jumped from a bridge to escape his violent abuse, marking Scotland's first such prosecution.
US regulators urgently summoned top Wall Street banking executives over fears that Anthropic's Claude Mythos AI could turbocharge devastating cyber attacks on the financial system.
Defence Secretary John Healey reveals Prime Minister Keir Starmer's personal commitment to the Defence Investment Plan amid growing security threats and international pressure.
A nine-year-old boy born in Cardiff is stuck in Romania after being barred from returning to the UK due to post-Brexit documentation rules, despite having lived his entire life in Wales.
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A 50-year-old Tajikistan national from Peckham has been found guilty of multiple sexual offences after a prolonged attack on a 13-year-old girl on an intercity train. The British Transport Police conducted an 11-day manhunt.
Met Police release images of a young woman who recorded footage of a fight before Finbar Sullivan was fatally stabbed. Officers urge her to come forward as a vital witness.
Donald Trump asserts he was unaware of First Lady Melania's press conference denying ties to Jeffrey Epstein, while escalating attacks on former supporters over Iran policy criticism.
Former X Factor contestant Chico found guilty of drink driving after consuming whisky following a friend's cancer death. He was fined and banned from driving for 12 months.
Former X Factor contestant Chico Slimani has been found guilty of drink-driving after telling a court he broke his sobriety following the death of a third friend to cancer. The singer was disqualified from driving for 12 months and fined.
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A 22-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Glasgow, Kentucky after honking at a man in a parking lot. The suspect faces murder and fetal homicide charges as the community mourns.
A coroner warns of dangerous disparity in driving rules after a Nigerian national with only a provisional license killed a 70-year-old woman while driving unsupervised.
Former First Lady Melania Trump held a press conference to refute allegations linking her to Jeffrey Epstein, calling them false smears and defending her reputation.
Tensions escalate as Donald Trump's administration pressures the Vatican over its stance on the Iran conflict, with historical threats and canceled visits deepening the divide.
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Reform UK Leader Nigel Farage suggests outer London boroughs like Bromley and Havering could hold referenda to leave Greater London Authority, citing cultural disconnect and ULEZ expansion as key factors driving the debate.
