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Chef faces jail for running over intern after staff party
Michelin-starred chef Nick Bril tells a Belgian court he 'does not claim to be innocent' after running over British intern Joe Claridge, leaving him a double amputee. Prosecutors seek an 18-month sentence.
Antwerp's 2025 Christmas Market is the One to Visit
Discover why Antwerp's festive Grote Markt market, with its culinary delights and cultural gems, is the unmissable European Christmas destination for 2025. Plan your trip now.
Court backlog hits record high, jury trial plans questioned
The backlog in Crown Courts has soared to nearly 80,000 cases, with magistrates' courts also at a record high. Justice Secretary David Lammy's plan to slash jury trials faces criticism as barristers call for more courtrooms. Read the full analysis.
Jury trial rights cut for crimes under three-year sentences
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces sweeping court reforms to slash backlogs. Defendants facing less than three years in jail will lose automatic right to jury trial. Read the full details.
Lammy's Plan: Jury Trials Only for Most Serious Crimes
Justice Secretary David Lammy suggests limiting jury trials to rape, murder, and manslaughter cases to tackle the 78,000-case court backlog. Discover the controversial plans for court reform.
Ineos Antwerp Plant: Pollution Deaths Outweigh Jobs
New research reveals the Ineos plastics facility in Antwerp may cause hundreds of premature deaths while creating far fewer jobs than promised, sparking health and environmental concerns.
Judge's 'Bend the Knee' outburst in court goes viral
A judge erupted in fury at Leeds Crown Court when a defendant refused to stand, shouting 'Bend the knee!' in a dramatic courtroom confrontation that's gone viral.
Belgium's narco-state crisis: Cartels wage street wars
Shocking investigation reveals how Belgian cities have become battlegrounds for drug cartels, with children as young as 11 caught in crossfire and authorities struggling to contain the crisis.
No Pants Court Hearing Sparks Judicial Fury in Detroit
A Detroit court hearing descends into chaos as multiple defendants appear virtually without trousers, prompting stern judicial rebuke and raising questions about remote proceedings decorum.
Belgium Derby Violence: Police Use Water Cannons at Football Clash
Shocking scenes unfolded as Belgium's fiercest football rivalry between Standard Liege and Royal Antwerp erupted in violence, forcing police to deploy water cannons and tear gas to control the explosive situation.
Trump Allies Make Dramatic Court Appearance in San Francisco
Former President Donald Trump's high-profile legal team, including Kash Patel and Pam Bondi, made a striking appearance at a San Francisco appeals court hearing, signalling intense focus on a crucial case with significant implications.
Tommy Robinson Courtroom Outburst Over Contempt Charges
English Defence League founder Tommy Robinson could face jail time after allegedly filming defendants outside Leeds Crown Court and confronting a police officer during heated exchange.
Wilders cancels Belgium visit over security threats
Controversial Dutch politician Geert Wilders abruptly cancels planned appearances in Belgium following serious security threats, raising concerns about political extremism in Europe.
Belgium deploys armed soldiers to patrol major cities
In a dramatic response to escalating terror threats, Belgium deploys heavily armed soldiers to protect Brussels, Antwerp, and other urban centres, marking the nation's largest security mobilisation in decades.
US Supreme Court overturns conversion therapy bans
In a controversial 6-3 decision, America's highest court has struck down local bans on conversion therapy, reigniting debates over LGBTQ+ protections and states' rights.
Antwerp: Your Perfect European Weekend Escape
Discover why Antwerp is Europe's best-kept secret for weekend getaways. From diamond districts to medieval marvels, this Belgian city offers the perfect blend of culture, cuisine and charm.
Horse trainer avoids jail for gin bottle attack on boyfriend
A professional horsewoman from Oxfordshire has avoided prison after a violent attack on her boyfriend, where she struck him with a gin bottle and stabbed him with a shard of glass following a drunken argument.
Welder's 'blind rage' attack leaves victim with life-changing injuries
A brutal and unprovoked attack by welder Liam Thorpe, fuelled by 'blind rage', left a man with catastrophic injuries including a fractured skull and bleeding on the brain. The shocking court case reveals the details of the vicious assault in Hull.
Ukrainian gets life sentence for Bali drug lab
A Ukrainian national has been sentenced to life imprisonment by an Indonesian court for running a sophisticated crystal methamphetamine laboratory from a rented villa in Bali, marking a severe crackdown on the island's drug trade.
Mum nearly jailed over school attendance mix-up in court
A single mother from the UK was nearly imprisoned after a court mix-up over her son's school attendance. Discover the full story behind this alarming truancy case and its dramatic courtroom resolution.
Alan Jones pleads not guilty to historical sex charges
Veteran Australian broadcaster Alan Jones has formally denied 26 charges of historical sexual abuse dating back to the 1980s. The 82-year-old's case has been adjourned until November.
UK Court Blocks French Minister's Rwanda Visit
The UK High Court has intervened to prevent France's Interior Minister from visiting Rwanda, branding the UK's own asylum policy as unlawful in a major diplomatic and legal rebuke.
Thomas Partey Pleads Not Guilty to Rape Charges
Arsenal and Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey has pleaded not guilty to multiple charges of rape and sexual assault. The footballer appeared at a hearing at the Central Criminal Court, with a trial set for next year.
Arsenal's Thomas Partey Faces Court Date Over Allegation
Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey is set to appear at Southwark Crown Court after an allegation dating back to June 2022. The case, managed by Westminster magistrates, proceeds as the footballer remains a key player for Mikel Arteta's squad.
Arsenal's Partey Charged with Sexual Assault
Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has been formally charged with sexual assault and is due to appear before Westminster Magistrates' Court. The Ghana international's future at the club hangs in the balance as legal proceedings commence.
Top Heart Surgeon Guilty of Molesting Staff Members
Renowned consultant cardiac surgeon Habib Khan, 61, has been convicted of a series of sexual assaults against five female colleagues at a Blackpool NHS hospital, in a case that has sent shockwaves through the medical community.
Plymouth man jailed for 13 years over brutal hammer attack
A Plymouth man has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for a brutal hammer attack on a sleeping man in his own home. Joshua Hart, 29, was convicted at Bristol Crown Court for the premeditated assault.
Melbourne woman admits throwing baby from window in bag
A Melbourne woman has pleaded guilty to the horrific attempted murder of her newborn son, whom she threw from a first-floor window wrapped in a plastic bag. The shocking case has sent ripples through the community as details of the desperate act emerge.
Belgian PM attends concert of Israeli conductor axed by festival
Prime Minister Alexander De Croo attends a performance by conductor Omer Meir Wellber, making a statement on artistic freedom after his controversial dismissal from the Flanders Festival.
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