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Gambling gambling watchdog probing 'up to 15 Tories'

Pensions Secretary Mel Stride, a close ally of Rishi Sunak, said the row row was 'deeply disappointing' at a time when the focus should be on what a potential Labour government would do.

UK issues urgent health warning after potentially lethal meningococcal disease detected

UK issues urgent health warning after potentially lethal meningococcal disease detected - Infection found in three Hajj pilgrims returning from Saudi Arabia

Russian pranksters release clip of hoax video call with David Cameron

Lord Cameron earlier this month shared a lengthy conversation the Russian pranksters, believing he was speaking with Petro Poroshenko, the President of Ukraine from 2014-2019

Junior doctors' strike: when are they walking out again and why?

Junior doctors' strike: when are they walking out again and why? - The strikes are going ahead, despite the Government being given ‘a final opportunity to make an offer’

Metro Hustings: Labour urges voters not to fall for this Tory tactic

'There isn't a Labour government...you can only get change if you vote for it.'

Constance Marten and Mark Gordon guilty of concealing birth of a child

The aristocrat (pictured) and her partner were found guilty following a trial at the Old Bailey in London.

What is mpox? New strain in DR Congo 'most deadly so far'

What is mpox? New strain in DR Congo 'most deadly so far' - Mpox cases in London have risen over the past month

Israel Is Ready for Another War

In the north, Israelis are not just resigned to the opening of a war with Hezbollah but in some cases annoyed that committing to one is taking so long.

NSW demolish Queensland in 38-18 Origin II win

Mitchell Moses has helped salvage NSW's State of Origin campaign, leading the Blues to a 38-18 thrashing of Queensland in Melbourne.

Russia accused of flashing violent Ukraine war images on children’s TV channels

Russia accused of flashing violent Ukraine war images on children’s TV channels - Russian cyberattacks on Ukrainian civilian infrastructure are being investigated as possible war crimes by ICC

Mark Rutte, dealmaker and Putin critic, confirmed as next NATO leader

By Bart H. Meijer AMSTERDAM (Reuters) -Mark Rutte, chosen to be NATO's next secretary-general, is a fierce critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin and a staunch ally of Ukraine who honed his skills as a political dealmaker during nearly 14 years as Dutch prime minister. Rutte, 57, has been one of the driving forces behind Europe's military support for Ukraine since Russia's 2022 invasion, and

Putin threatened to arm North Korea if Seoul sends weapons to Ukraine

Social media influencer who sexually abused sleeping, unconscious teens in Auckland loses appeal

The Court of Appeal has upheld his conviction.

Which crime you are most likely to commit, according to your star sign

Criminology, the study of crime and deviant behavior, has been around since the mid-18th century. Among other things, criminologists study the causation of crime and the personality of criminals; all over the world there are people looking into why people commit crimes, and which criminal behaviors are more common than others. While there are many different theories as to why people commit crimes, overall, experts agree that there are multiple genetic and environmental factors to consider. Astrologists, meanwhile, will tell you that a person's tendency towards criminal behavior—including which crime they are most likely to commit—is determined by the stars. Intrigued? Check out this gallery to find out which crime you are most likely to commit, according to your star sign.

Mauled Maroons in disarray after MCG massacre

Queensland capitulated up front in a 38-18 State of Origin loss to NSW and must find firepower and mongrel in the forwards in the decider in Brisbane.

Countries that were in the most wars

From the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian war to the current Israel-Hamas conflict, wars have been a part of human history for millennia. At one point or another, practically every country in the world has been involved in a war, but there's no denying that some nations are far more stricken by conflict than others. And while many countries fought for their independence for example, there have been numerous instances where wars were started as part of a grab for power. Check out this gallery and find out the most war-prone countries.

Russia just passed another major tank loss milestone in Ukraine

Closed-door trial of US journalist Evan Gershkovich begins in Russia as case denounced as sham

Closed-door trial of US journalist Evan Gershkovich begins in Russia as case denounced as sham - Mr Gershkovich faces a 20 year sentence if convicted on charges decried as politically motivated

Saipan, placid island setting for Assange's last battle, is briefly mobbed — and bemused by the fuss

Saipan, placid island setting for Assange's last battle, is briefly mobbed — and bemused by the fuss - Saipan is a relaxed, rural island in the Northern Marianas

Woman, 36, mysteriously vanishes at Atlanta International Airport

Hollie Noelle Seay, 36, mysteriously disappeared after visiting a Starbucks at Atlanta's Hartsfield International Airport - sparking a multi-state manhunt.

Lambeth council chief executive, 46, is charged with drink driving

Lambeth Council chief executive Bayo Dosunmu, 46, of Hammersmith, was arrested by the Metropolitan Police on Sunday after allegedly fleeing the scene of a car accident in London.

Dannevirke: Unlicensed electrical and plumbing worker sentenced for negligent work

"Exposed live wires left protruding into rooms could have been fatal for the occupants."

Hairstylist sentenced to 16 years in jail for swindling Malibu doctor

Antony David Flores, also known as Anton David, 47, left, pleaded guilty last year to a scheme in which he and his then-girlfriend manipulated Dr. Mark Sawusch, right, into letting him take over his finances.

Biden pardons thousands of veterans convicted under military ban on gay sex

Biden pardons thousands of veterans convicted under military ban on gay sex - ‘Today, I am righting an historic wrong by using my clemency authority to pardon many former service members who were convicted simply for being themselves,’ the president said in his announcement

Families Louisiana as law requires classrooms to display...

Nine Louisiana families have sued the state over a new first-of-its-kind law that orders every public school classroom to display a poster of the Ten Commandments.

Julian Assange set to arrive in Australia after leaving US court

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange is flying to his native Australia after pleading guilty to one charge in a deal that resolves a long-running legal case over the publication of classified documents. Assange is set to touch down in the country's capital Canberra on Wednesday morning, where he will eventually be reunited with his wife, two young sons and other members of the family. He appeared before a judge in the US territory of the Northern Mariana Islands in the Pacific just after midnight, pleading guilty to a single felony charge after the US dropped 17 other espionage charges against him. Assange admitted to his role in the conspiracy to violate the Espionage Act and was sentenced to time already served in a British prison. He wore a dark coloured suit and did not answer questions from reporters on the short walk into and out of the court. The court hearing followed his dramatic release from Belmarsh Prison in London on Monday where he has spent five years, largely in solitary confinement, fighting extradition. Assange left the UK on Monday evening and flew to Saipan via Bangkok after the plea deal was signed on June 19.

Infamous uses of the insanity plea

Some of history's most infamous killers were calm, collected, and fully aware of their dastardly deeds. Others were deeply troubled and unaware of, or incapable of controlling, their actions. For a long time, the law saw no importance in the psychological condition of the perpetrators of crimes, until the mid-19th century. Since then, pleas of insanity have been used in some of the most famous criminal cases in collective memory. Sometimes they were genuine, other times they were used by killers looking for an easy way out, but they were always fascinating. Read on to learn more about some of the most notable uses of the insanity plea.

Japanese mother, child stabbed in front of school bus in China

A total of three people were stabbed in the attack on Monday.

Man, 21, arrested for 'dirty protest' at PM's home is a known activist

Oliver Clegg, a 21-year-old student protester from Manchester, appeared to carry out a disgusting act at Mr Sunak's £2million Grade-II listed Georgian manor house in Richmond, North Yorkshire.

The world's top 10 most powerful nuclear nations

The world's bloodiest conflicts come from politic and diplomatic tensions between two or more countries, and this is why certain nations have such strict and often scary defense policies. With the current political scheme around the world, nuclear weapons have become a dangerous reality. Click here to see World Population Review ranking of the 10 countries with the most powerful nuclear weapons.

Handyman accused of murdering two claims second victim could be alive

Naomi Hunte (pictured), 41, warned police that Carl Cooper, 66, was a 'psychopath' before she was stabbed to death at her home in Plumstead, southeast London , on Valentine's Day in 2022.

'Bicycle Bandit' dead just two days after he was sentenced

A notorious bank robber who terrorised South Australia has taken his own life through a voluntary assisted dying kit just two days after he was sentenced to 35 years in prison for his crimes.

Tenerife police send dogs to help in search for missing Jay Slater

Tenerife police can be seen sending tracker dogs to assist in th search for missing British teenager Jay Slater over a week after he first went missing on the Spanish island after a night out.

Miracle for William Tyrrell's mum

William has been missing since September, 2014, after vanishing without a trace from his foster grandmother's house in Kendall, on the NSW mid-north coast.

Teenager allegedly armed with knives arrested outside MP's office

The arrest took place on Wednesday afternoon after the police received a concern-for-welfare report about the man.

NHS expecting extra pressure amid week-long strike

Junior doctors in England are to stage a five-day strike in a long-running pay dispute with the government.

Surgeons to work during junior doctor strike at London hospitals hit by cyber attack

Surgeons to work during junior doctor strike at London hospitals hit by cyber attack - Union says medics will cross picket line to prevent ‘dangerous’ delays to cancer care

Putin wants to show who's boss

French criminologist and political scientist Hélène Blanc looks back at Putin's ceasefire proposal and analyses his behaviour. Speaking to French medium La Dépêche, the political scientist argues that Putin's proposed peace agreement "is not a negotiation, but a diktat". According to her, the Russian president never negotiates. "Vladimir Putin has never negotiated in his life. It is not part of his culture or habits. He has always imposed his...

Driver, 40, arrested after a car smashes into a special needs school

A driver has been arrested after a car smashed into a school during pupil drop-off.

The careers of world leaders before politics

The election of Donald Trump shocked the world back in 2016. It showed that you didn't have to be a seasoned politician to take control of a country. Since then, we've seen more and more world leaders come from outsider positions. Flick through this gallery to discover more interesting jobs of powerful world leaders before they took up politics.

The most intense heat waves in history

The yearly Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia, known as the Hajj, has resulted in a shocking number of deaths due to extreme temperatures. The Saudi government estimated that 1.8 million people participated in the pilgrimage this year but many came unregistered, leaving them without access to facilities like transport and air-conditioned tents. These resources were particularly essential this year as temperatures hit 122F (50C). According to the Saudi news agency SPA, more than three-quarters of the 1,300 people who died didn't have permits for the Hajj and had walked in direct sunlight without adequate shelter. Some were elderly or suffering from chronic illnesses. Every year, Muslims from all over the world make their way to the holy city of Mecca to complete the Hajj—something all Muslims must do at least once in their lifetime if they are financially and physically able. According to the BBC, "Hajj permits are allocated to countries on a quota system and distributed to individuals by lottery," but many tourism companies organized illegal, unregistered trips and are now losing their licenses and facing prosecution amidst the outcry over the deaths. The globe is warming up, with summers getting hotter every year. According to the World Meteorological Organization, climate change is to blame for the high temperatures which have a huge effect on humankind. The elderly die in greater numbers, natural disasters like wildfires kill hundreds and destroy homes, and food sources are wiped out by the heat. To find out more about the biggest heat waves, read up on the hottest days in history in this gallery.

BNZ mistreated whistleblower, authority finds

Landmark ERA decision finds BNZ improperly fired employee.

Emmanuel Macron warns about a 'civil war' in France if the far-right wins

Italy's Meloni says EU top jobs deal ignores voters' wishes

By Angelo Amante and Matteo Negri ROME (Reuters) -Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni criticised on Wednesday plans to share out the top jobs in EU institutions, saying they ignored the successes of rightwing parties at this month's European Parliament elections. Sources said on Tuesday that the three main, broadly centrist European groups - which do not include Meloni's conservatives - had

Evil mum's hollow apology for killing her three little girls

Lauren Dickason, 41, was found guilty of murdering her two-year-old twins daughters Maya and Karla and their six-year-old sister Lianè at their home in Timaru, New Zealand on September 16, 2021.

Govt clamps down on sentence discounts, reveals moves to 'ensure criminals face serious consequences'

"This Government is committed to restoring law and order in New Zealand."

Police launch double murder probe after bodies found inside home

The bodies of a man and woman were found inside a house in Hednesford. Staffordshire Police have asked people 'not to speculate' while they investigate.

Dramatic moment off-duty hero cop tackles knife-wielding thief

Michael Delaney, 35, of no fixed address, was arrested and charged. He pleaded guilty to a number of shop thefts, possession of a bladed article and threatening a person with a bladed article.

Every country where same-sex marriage is legal

Of the planet’s 195 countries, only 38 have legalized same-sex marriage. By contrast, same-sex sexual activity is illegal in over 60 countries across the globe. The world has undoubtedly come a long way since the Netherlands became the first country to legalize same-sex marriage in 2000. Canada became the first North American country to do so (in 2005); South Africa the first, and still only, in Africa (2006); Norway was the first Scandinavian country (2009); Argentina the first in Latin America (2010); New Zealand the first Asia-Pacific country (2013); and in May 2019, Taiwan became the first Asian country to legalize same-sex marriage. Add to this more than 20 other examples, all with their own intricacies, from court rulings to parliamentary votes. For a rainbow-paved tour of the world, click through the following gallery and discover all the countries where same-sex marriage is legal.

Former head of intelligence says what Assange did was wrong

A former Obama administration official has slammed Julian Assange a 'no hero' amid celebrations over his release from a UK prison this week.