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US Bill Aims to Make Package Theft a Federal Crime

A new US bill, the Porch Pirate Act, seeks to close a legal loophole, making theft from private carriers a federal offence with severe penalties. Discover how this could impact millions.

Gran Dismembered in Pontypridd Murder Horror

Disturbing details emerge about the 2021 murder of June Fox-Roberts, 65, whose body was found dismembered in her Pontypridd home. New documentary reveals investigation.

Lotto conman repays cash but £1.25m missing

Edward Putman, who faked a £2.5m lottery win, has settled a £939k confiscation order. The Mirror reveals over £1.25m is still unaccounted for. Read the full investigation.

Lottery fraudster still owes £1.25m after scam

Edward Putman, convicted for a £2.5m National Lottery fraud and a previous rape, has settled part of his confiscation order but over £1 million remains outstanding. Discover the full story.

Lotto conman's missing £1.25m angers victim

Edward Putman, jailed for a £2.5m lottery fraud, has settled a confiscation order but over £1m remains missing, leaving his rape victim furious. Read the full exclusive.

Lady Newlove, victims' commissioner, dies aged 63

Helen Newlove transformed personal tragedy into powerful advocacy for crime victims, becoming Victims' Commissioner and Conservative peer. Her legacy includes the 2024 Victims and Prisoners Act.

Fraudster's supercar collection heads to auction

A stunning collection of high-performance supercars seized from international fraudster Anopkumar Maudhoo will be auctioned off, including rare Lamborghinis, Ferraris, and Bentleys linked to his £1.3 million scam operation.

Woman detained after two toddlers found dead in Bristol

A 43-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder after two young children were found dead in a Bristol property. The suspect is currently being assessed under the Mental Health Act as devastated neighbours pay tribute.

Cannibal chef with kill list and grave jailed for 16 years

Anthony Gavin, a chef obsessed with cannibalism, has been sentenced to 16 years in prison after police discovered a chilling kill list and a freshly dug grave in woodland. The 43-year-old from Weston-super-Mare was convicted of preparing acts of terrorism

Met Police Chief Defends Social Media Arrests

Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley defends the force's approach to policing social media, stating arrests for offensive online posts are necessary to protect public safety, even if it conflicts with absolute free speech.

CPS Drops Charges Against Parliament Square Protesters

The Crown Prosecution Service has abandoned all charges against four individuals arrested under the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Act 2023 during a protest in Parliament Square, marking a significant moment for civil liberties in the UK.

Lush Shuts All UK Stores To Protest Policing Bill

In a bold and unprecedented move, cosmetics giant Lush has closed every one of its 104 UK shops and halted online sales to protest the controversial Public Order Act, calling it a 'perilous' threat to the right to protest.

EU Declares Google Chrome a Monopoly in Landmark Ruling

In a historic antitrust verdict, the EU has ruled Google Chrome a 'gatekeeper' monopoly. Discover how this decision will break down its dominance and force Google to offer real browser choice on Android and Windows across Europe.

MP: OnlyFans is 'World's Biggest Pimping Operation'

A Conservative MP has launched a scathing attack on OnlyFans, labelling the subscription platform a 'global pimping empire' that exploits vulnerable women and fuels human trafficking. The incendiary remarks were made during a parliamentary debate on the O

Badenoch: ECHR 'Weaponised' Against UK National Interest

Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch has ignited a political firestorm, accusing activist judges of 'weaponising' the European Convention on Human Rights against British interests. Her hard-hitting speech at an Amnesty International event, which also took aim

Reece Walsh's Bizarre Toilet Water Act Stuns NRL World

Brisbane Broncos star Reece Walsh shocks the rugby league world with a bizarre pre-match ritual. The club breaks its silence on the viral video, revealing the prank that backfired and left fans utterly bewildered.

Ex-Minister: Labour Rights Plan Helps Foreign Criminals

Former Attorney General Sir Michael Ellis KC warns that Labour's plans to replace the Human Rights Act with a British Bill of Rights could create a 'lawyers' charter' and make it harder to deport dangerous asylum seekers, echoing Donald Trump's concerns.

US Open Fan Steals Child's Cap in Selfish Act

A US Open fan's disgraceful act of snatching a young boy's cap has sparked outrage. Discover the tennis player's response and the public backlash against the selfish spectator.

Court Sides With Protesters in Landmark Ruling Against Govt

In a major ruling for civil liberties, the Court of Appeal has sided with climate protesters, declaring that the government's guidance on what constitutes 'reasonable' protest was unlawful. The decision is a significant blow to the government's crackdown

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