Thomas Dodds, 22, stalked a woman for half a mile before attempting to rape her on the High Level Bridge. The courageous victim fought him off in a prolonged struggle. Read the full court report.
Thomas Dodds, 22, stalked a woman for half a mile before a violent attempted rape. The victim fought him off in a prolonged struggle. Read the full court details.
River Island is closing 27 stores this month, starting with 9 this weekend, after posting a £32.3m loss. The high street staple blames online shopping and rising costs.
The sister of former New York Giants player Sam Beal has issued a desperate plea for help after he vanished in July 2025. The 29-year-old cornerback was last seen in Virginia Beach.
Fashion retailer River Island is shutting 32 stores across the UK, citing online shopping and high costs. The move follows a £32.3m loss. See the full list of closures.
Fashion retailer River Island announces closure of 32 UK shops, citing online shopping surge and high costs. See the full list of affected locations and why shoppers saw it coming.
The AFL community is in mourning after the death of former North Melbourne forward Phoenix Spicer, aged 23. Our thoughts are with his family and friends.
An exclusive look at the hidden world of a Premier League player liaison officer, from finding machine gun bullets in gardens to managing gambling addictions and secret parties. Discover the untold stories behind the stars.
The NWSL has introduced a new 'High Impact Player Rule' allowing teams to exceed the salary cap by $1m to retain top talent like Trinity Rodman, amid European interest. Read the full story on the league's bold move and the players' union response.
An astronomer at Armagh Observatory records a rare lunar impact flash, a UK first. Discover the challenges and importance for future moon missions.
Ronnie O'Sullivan, Mark Selby and Shaun Murphy lead calls to reform snooker's contentious 'foul and miss' rule. Discover why top players want change and what they propose.
Over 14,000 UK households received unexpected tax bills after falling foul of the seven-year gifting rule. Learn how to protect your family's wealth from HMRC.
Manchester United became the first Premier League team affected by a new penalty rule change after Crystal Palace's Jean-Philippe Mateta was allowed to retake his spot-kick. Discover the details behind this historic decision.
A high school football coach is under fire after shoving a 17-year-old opponent, triggering a sideline brawl during a championship game. Calls grow for his dismissal. Read the full story.
British travellers face being turned away at airports due to a little-known post-Brexit passport rule. Check your document's issue date now to avoid holiday havoc.
Millions of UK dog owners are unaware of a Highway Code rule that could lead to a £5,000 fine and penalty points. Learn how to travel safely with your pet.
New data reveals the NFL's modified kickoff rule has led to a dramatic increase in concussions despite safety aims. Discover the figures and political reaction.
Disturbing footage emerges of a high school football match descending into violence as one player rips off an opponent's helmet and strikes him repeatedly in the head, sparking outrage and investigations.
Outrage erupts in NRL as Canberra Raiders star Jordan Rapana slams match officials after Newcastle Knights forward Tyson Frizell avoids sin-binning for dangerous high shot that forced Rapana from the field.
Mohamed Salah's brilliant brace inspired Liverpool to a crucial 3-1 Premier League victory against Brentford, with Darwin Nunez also on target in an entertaining clash at Anfield.
Football is poised for its biggest rule changes in decades as IFAB considers introducing sin-bins for tactical fouls and time-wasting, plus a radical new approach to offside decisions that could benefit attackers.
The sudden shutdown of Whole Foods' flagship UK store leaves employees jobless and local residents reeling, raising questions about the future of premium retail in Britain.
Professional tennis players are facing dangerous heat conditions across global tournaments, with calls growing for better protection as medical incidents increase in scorching temperatures.
British second homeowners in EU nations face severe new penalties including decade-long bans and massive fines as authorities intensify enforcement of the 90-day rule following Brexit.
Chancellor Kemi Badenoch announces radical new fiscal policy requiring 50% of spending reductions to directly tackle Britain's budget deficit, reshaping economic strategy.
Chaos erupts in the Big Brother house as two contestants face immediate eviction following a major rule breach, leaving viewers stunned and the house in turmoil.
Immigration Minister Robert Jenrick faces backlash after mocking judges' traditional wigs during legal conference speech, drawing accusations of government hostility towards judiciary.
Exclusive revelations of explosive backstage drama on Strictly Come Dancing as professional dancers clash with producers over controversial new rule changes, creating chaos just weeks before the new series.
Dramatic scenes unfolded in the Big Brother house as contestant Storm faced immediate eviction following explosive rule violations, leaving housemates reeling from the unprecedented turn of events.
The NFL's kicking game has undergone a dramatic revival in 2025, with field goals and special teams play returning to prominence thanks to strategic rule changes that have transformed game dynamics.