ANALYSIS: Boko Haram adopts cattle rustling to raise funds
Boko Haram insurgents fund their activities by stealing cows – making it more difficult to address organised crime and terrorism.
DWP explains Universal Credit and PIP claimants' rights over bank account checks
The DWP says the new powers are key to preventing fraud but people will be able to challenge decisions that are based on bank data
Sleazy cop exposed genitals and asked female colleagues for sex
Shamed PC Darren Whatley "acted in a predatory manner" and caused "emotional harm to colleagues."
Bill reinstating controversial three strikes law passes second reading
Supporters say the bill will take "bad people" off the streets - but opponents say it doesn't address the root causes of crime.
Syrians ransack Assad's home and find bizarre photos and a jacuzzi
The unbecoming pictures have been ridiculed by Syrians, who after decades of suffering under the tyranny of the Assad dynasty have hailed his deposition and exile as the start of a new era.
Biggest reason for road accidents is lane indiscipline: Gadkari
Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari addresses the issue of road accidents in India, emphasizing the need for traffic discipline.
¨Russian 'spies met Just Stop Oil as they plotted fake blood attack'
Spy ring leader Orlin Roussev said his team met with the climate campaigners to organise the disinformation campaign against Kazakhstan, whilst he was living in Great Yarmouth.
Children as young as ten will face adult prison sentences in Australia
The government said the tough move is a response to 'community outrage over crimes being perpetrated by young offenders', and believes the measure will act as a deterrent
Opening of Scotland's first drug consumption room could be delayed until early 2025
The facility, in the east end of Glasgow, was due to open to drug users in October.
Christmas travel warning as trains set to be cancelled and roads 'gridlocked'
The AA has shared which day is likely to be the busiest on the roads
Putin missile scientist 'gunned down in Moscow by Ukrainian hit squad'
Mikhail Shatsky was eliminated by an unknown assassin in Kuzminsky forest park, at Kotelniki, eight miles southeast of the Kremlin.
Axed Auchterarder toilets to become banking hub despite community bid to block it
Critics said the fast growing town deserves public toilets AND a banking hub.
Anger as world's first YMCA to close after being sold to hotel chain
The YMCA in Camden, which originally opened in 1911 is set to be closed due to 'demographic changes and soaring maintenance costs'.
Locals refuse to move out of 'suicide homes' on the edge cliff-face
The thin row of flimsy structures hangs on the edge of a cliff formed of earth with a sheer drop hundreds of feet to the rocky escarpment below
Opposition raises concerns over simultaneous polls; BJP, allies say burden on exchequer will be lessened
Opposition MPs question readiness for simultaneous elections, while government pushes 'One Nation, One Election' bill in Parliament.
Parish magazine sparks fury over interview of Just Stop Oil eco-zealot
A row is blazing in the picturesque hamlet of Grantchester, after the Grantchester Parish Magazine published a glowing portrait of Louise Lancaster.
Record court backlog as victims wait years for justice
In some cases, victims reporting serious crimes such as rape won't see suspects tried for four years.
Karnataka winter session: When are you going to ‘kick the door’ to get CM’s post, Opposition asks D.K. Shivakumar
Deputy CM Shivakumar's past struggle for ministerial post sparks speculation about his future as Chief Minister.
Phelan trial adjourned until end of December
The trial of barrister and farmer, Diarmuid Rossa Phelan, who is accused of murdering a trespasser on his land in February 2022, has been adjourned and will resume at the end of the month.
Iran ‘mothership’ not behind mystery drone sightings in the US, Pentagon says
The Pentagon has poured cold water on claims an “Iranian mothership” coming from the Atlantic was behind a flurry of recent mystery drone sightings in the US.
Predatory priest jailed for 16 months at Kirkcaldy after train assault
Daniel Doherty admitted three counts of sexual assault against the same, younger, man.
Iconic Orange Elephant on the A38 taken down following incident
The vandalism has been condemned as 'horrendous'
Arrests made with drugs and weapons seized in West End of Newcastle as part of multi-agency project
More than 100 arrests have been made since June, with £75,000 in cash and £10,000-worth of drugs seized
John Swinney urged to 'stand up' to Donald Trump and halt 'Trumpification' of Scottish politics
Trump was said to have spoken "positively" about Scotland when he made a short introductory call to the First Minister this week.
Trump's Time magazine 'Person of the Year' cover revealed
President-elect Donald Trump named Time magazine's 2024 Person of the Year after winning a second term in the White House.
BREAKING: Donald Trump named Time magazine's 'Person of the Year' after historic re-election
Trump has been unveiled as the magazine's Person of the Year following his historic re-election, which saw him sweep the popular vote and restore both the House and the Senate to Republican control
Brig. Gen. (Res.) Ofer Winter Attacks Herzi Halevi: ‘You Are a Confused Chief of Staff’
In an earlier interview, Winter declared that Chief of Staff Halevi had lost the moral authority to serve in his position.
Former MLA Muttamsetti quits YSRCP, questions leadership’s ‘haste’ in targeting NDA government
Former MLA Muttamsetti quits YSRCP, questions leadership’s ‘haste’ in targeting NDA government. Finding fault with the leadership for taking to the agitation path as ‘Jamili’ elections may be conducted, the former Minister says it is easy to take decisions sitting at Tadepalli, but it is the cadres who have to face the consequences.
Trump to be named Time's 'Person of the Year' months after his historic appearance in courtroom: Reports
Trump will ring the opening bell of the New York Stock Exchange on Thursday on the same day he is expected to be named Time magazine's 'Person of the Year'.
Donald Trump named Time Person of the Year again
The Republican president-elect also won the award in 2016 after he first won the presidency.
170-year-old pub may be forced to close after single noise complaint
The landlord of the Rising Sun in Berkhamstead fears he may have to close the pub after a single resident complained about the noise of regulars drinking outside.
'Don't make children's services a political football' say Solihull councillors in heated debate
Opposition councillor calls for change in Solihull Council leadership during children's services debate
UnitedHealthcare sparks outrage with five-word statement about assassinated CEO Brian Thompson
UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Whitty has sparked outrage over his choice of words in a memo to staff that was leaked discussing the shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson
Retired Devon and Cornwall Police officer may face disciplinary hearing after Keyham inquest
Police watchdog said its investigation followed evidence given at the Keyham shootings inquest
Nottingham City Council would have to raise council tax by 50% to carry on as it has, commissioners say
The commissioners overseeing Nottingham City Council say the challenge of fixing the authority 'cannot be overestimated'
Scottish Indian shadow minister advocates for providing key government material in Hindi | WATCH
The 42-year-old called on Scotland’s Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes to ensure that Hindi is always included when public information is provided in alternative languages.
MLC Vishwanath criticises Sonia Gandhi for ‘‘not condoling’‘ the death of Krishna
MLC Vishwanath criticizes Sonia Gandhi for not condoling S.M. Krishna's death, emphasizing the importance of recognizing contributions over politics.
Officers told to make all arrangements for annual fair of Mailaralingeshwar temple
Deputy Commissioner directs arrangements for Mailaralingeshwar temple fair in Yadgir district, ensuring safety, security, and basic needs for devotees.
Times magazine names Donald Trump as ‘Person of the Year’ for 2024
Former President Donald Trump, convicted of a crime, named Time's Person of the Year, to ring NYSE bell.
Former Kinahan home sold at auction for over €930,000
The luxury Dublin home of one of the leaders of the Kinahan Organised Crime Group has been sold for more than €930,000, some €380,000 above the asking price.
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