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Death row inmate spared minutes before execution
Tremane Wood was granted clemency for a 2002 murder just moments before his scheduled lethal injection. The governor commuted his sentence to life without parole.
Brothers jailed for £26.5m cocaine smuggling plot
Two brothers who posed as fishermen have been sentenced for attempting to smuggle £26.5 million of cocaine into the UK via a boat. Discover the full story of the NCA's major bust.
Serial rapist who drugged victims to be sentenced
Chao Xu, 33, from Greenwich, pleads guilty to 24 sexual offences including rape and upskirting. He used hidden cameras and administered drugs to his victims. Read the full details.
Bellfield-linked grooming gang still under investigation
Exclusive: Police continue investigating grooming gang linked to serial killer Levi Bellfield as survivor demands justice. 24 potential cases identified across London.
Wes Streeting: Labour Leadership Contender Emerges
Westminster is rife with speculation about Wes Streeting's leadership ambitions after a chaotic week for Labour. Discover the inside story of the party's internal tensions and what it means for the future.
New Australian MPs on First-Term Parliament Experiences
Freshly elected Liberal and Labor MPs discuss their initial parliamentary experiences, challenges, and perspectives on Australian politics in revealing new podcast.
Florida executes Bryan Jennings for 1979 child murder
Bryan Frederick Jennings executed for 1979 rape and murder of six-year-old Rebecca Kunash. Florida's 16th execution this year under Governor DeSantis.
Labour U-turn: Income tax rise plans scrapped
Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves abandon manifesto-breaking income tax rise in Budget 2025 U-turn. Discover the political fallout and what's next for UK finances.
Lanlan Yang pleads not guilty in Rolls-Royce crash
Sydney woman Lanlan Yang pleads not guilty to all charges over a Rose Bay crash that injured Kyle Sandilands' driver. The case continues amid community interest.
Starmer's Chief of Staff Retains Position Despite Calls
Keir Starmer's top aide Morgan McSweeney remains in post despite pressure to resign over alleged briefings against Health Secretary Wes Streeting. Read the latest Westminster developments.
Ex-boyfriend admits to murder of Molly Ticehurst
Daniel Billings pleads guilty to murdering Molly Ticehurst in 2024, case that sparked national domestic violence campaign in Australia. Read the full story.
Swalwell Faces Federal Mortgage Fraud Inquiry
Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell confirms he is the latest target of Donald Trump's retribution campaign, facing a federal criminal investigation for alleged mortgage fraud. Discover the full story.
Oklahoma inmate spared minutes before execution
Tremane Wood's death sentence commuted to life without parole moments before scheduled lethal injection. Read the dramatic details of this last-minute reprieve.
US Justice Dept Sues Over California Election Map
The US Justice Department has joined a lawsuit to block California's new electoral map, escalating a legal battle over redistricting that could impact control of the House in 2026.
Peers mount offensive against assisted dying bill
Peers table nearly 1,000 amendments to potentially filibuster the assisted dying bill, sparking anti-democracy warnings from senior figures. Will the Lords respect Commons' mandate?
Friday's Australian News Digest: Key Updates
Your essential Friday briefing on Australian politics, weather alerts, and breaking news. Stay informed with today's crucial developments across the nation.
Tories use 'in office but not in power' against Starmer
Senior Conservatives deploy Norman Lamont's famous 1993 critique against Sir Keir Starmer's government. Is history repeating itself with economic challenges and internal disputes?
Starmer's Downing Street leadership crisis deepens
Keir Starmer's government faces mounting criticism over chaotic leadership and structural failures at No 10. Can the PM regain control? Analysis of what went wrong.
Bipartisan demand for Trump to release Epstein files
Donald Trump faces bipartisan pressure to release Jeffrey Epstein files as new emails emerge. Discover the latest developments in this ongoing political scandal.
Starmer's Chief of Staff at Centre of Labour Leak Row
Prime Minister Keir Starmer backs his chief of staff Morgan McSweeney amidst a toxic briefing row targeting Health Secretary Wes Streeting. Discover the key facts and fallout.
Starmer: Minister briefings didn't come from Downing Street
PM Keir Starmer denies Downing Street involvement in negative briefings against ministers. Investigation launched as government faces internal tensions.
Met Police confirm tens of grooming gang cases in London
Met Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley reveals the force is dealing with tens of 'grooming gang' cases, following a major review of 9,000 historical child exploitation cases. Read the latest developments.
US Government Shutdown: 43 Days of Turmoil
A detailed timeline of the 43-day US government shutdown that disrupted flights, halted food benefits, and left federal workers unpaid. Discover how the political standoff finally ended.
Officer sentenced for assault on teen at station
BTP officer Adrian Young receives community order for putting 15-year-old girl in headlock at Camden Road station. Full details of the sentencing and police response.
17-year-old girl stabbed to death in Cefn Forest
A 17-year-old girl was fatally stabbed in her Cefn Forest home as her mother was severely injured. An 18-year-old man is arrested on suspicion of murder. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
Labour's Crisis: Starmer's Leadership Unravels
Keir Starmer's government faces internal turmoil despite massive election victory. Analysis reveals how factionalism and lack of vision threaten Labour's future. Read the full investigation.
Life sentence for 'Wild West' London knife attack
Awad Abdel Samad, 24, receives life sentence for revenge killing of Mohamed Abdi, 19, on Edgware Road. Read the full details of the shocking case.
Man guilty of murder after fatal attack on pensioner
Peter Augustine found guilty of murdering 87-year-old John Mackey in a violent robbery for groceries. The Old Bailey trial heard details of the brutal attack in north London.
Nurses could be exempt from loan charge tax scandal
Nurses and social workers may be exempt from controversial loan charge tax bills linked to 10 suicides. Thousands face financial ruin in scheme mis-selling scandal.
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