Father given son's brain in bag by funeral home, suit says
A California funeral home is being sued after allegedly handing a grieving father his deceased son's brain in a biohazard bag when he asked for his clothing. The family is seeking justice.
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Martha Stewart's Plan for 'Composting' Burial Shocks Fans
Lifestyle guru Martha Stewart, 84, has revealed her plan for a 'composting' burial on her estate, sparking debate. Discover the details and the growing trend of natural organic reduction.
Infant graves confirmed at Tuam mother and baby home site
Archaeologists confirm a burial ground with 'child or infant size' graves at the former Tuam mother and baby home, where nearly 800 children died. Read the latest on the excavation and state apology.
Deported US student missed chances to fight removal as child
A Massachusetts college student was deported to Honduras over Thanksgiving. US authorities say she missed opportunities to challenge a removal order issued when she was a child. Read the full story.
Starmer clarifies EU position after Lammy customs union remarks
PM Keir Starmer insists Labour will stick to its manifesto, deepening EU ties but not rejoining the customs union, single market, or freedom of movement. Read the latest.
Infant Burial Ground Confirmed at Tuam Mother and Baby Home
Investigators confirm a long-suspected burial ground at Ireland's Tuam mother and baby home, unearthing 11 sets of infant remains. The grim search for up to 800 children continues.
Starmer and Lammy Signal Potential Shift on EU Trade Post-Brexit
Keir Starmer admits exploring ways to reduce trade barriers with the EU, while David Lammy highlights economic growth in customs unions. The PM blames Tory Brexit tactics for a poor deal.
Lammy hints at Labour's EU customs union ambition
Deputy PM David Lammy suggests closer EU ties, citing economic benefits seen by others. German President calls for post-Brexit reset, urging 'Don't Look Back in Anger'. Read the latest.
Lammy suggests EU customs union could boost UK economy
Deputy PM David Lammy hints at Brexit reversal, citing 4% productivity hit. Labour faces internal pressure to undo economic damage. Read the latest Westminster debate.
37,000+ Brits arrested abroad since 2016, warns Foreign Office
New Foreign Office data reveals a sharp rise in UK nationals detained overseas. Travel experts urge holidaymakers to research local laws, as travel insurance does not cover legal trouble.
Rod Stewart reveals burial wish beside family dog
Sir Rod Stewart shares his emotional final wishes to be buried at home next to his dog Bubbles, as wife Penny Lancaster pays tribute to their 18-year marriage in a new BBC special.
UK closes £135 import duty loophole for parcels
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms the end of the £135 import duty exemption for small overseas parcels, a move set to level the playing field for UK high street retailers. Discover the impact on prices and competition.
UK ends £135 import duty exemption for parcels
Chancellor Rachel Reeves closes the import duty loophole for small parcels under £135, aiming to level the playing field for UK high street retailers. Discover the impact on prices and competition.
Self-Serve Froyo Tipping Sparks Customer Outrage
American tipping culture faces a backlash as customers revolt against being asked for gratuity at self-serve frozen yogurt shops where they do all the work.
Obesity crisis leads to oversized coffin demand
Funeral directors warn Britain's obesity epidemic is driving demand for larger coffins, complicating cremations and forcing some families to opt for burial instead. Discover the industry's response.
Sealed Roman sarcophagus discovered in Budapest
Archaeologists uncover pristine 1,700-year-old Roman sarcophagus containing young woman's remains and artefacts in Budapest. Discover the remarkable find revealing ancient burial customs.
Forgotten Christmas Traditions Worth Bringing Back
Discover which vintage British Christmas customs are making a comeback this festive season. From parlour games to edible decorations, explore how to add nostalgic charm to your celebrations.
Royal engraver sues police over garden burial dispute
Pierre Frenette, royal engraver to King Charles, is taking legal action against Cambridgeshire Police after officers exhumed his father's body from family garden. Read the full story.
Sealed Roman sarcophagus discovered in Budapest
Archaeologists uncover pristine Roman-era sarcophagus containing young woman's remains and artefacts in Budapest. Discover the remarkable findings from this 1,700-year-old burial site.
Sealed Roman sarcophagus found in Budapest
Archaeologists in Budapest uncover a pristine 1,700-year-old Roman sarcophagus, revealing the skeleton of a young woman and artefacts offering a glimpse into ancient life. Discover the story.
US Immigration Operation 'Charlotte's Web' Concludes
A major federal immigration operation in North Carolina, resulting in hundreds of arrests, has been officially terminated. Discover the full story behind the crackdown's end.
Funeral bosses left body decomposing for 36 days
Gosport funeral directors Richard Elkin and Hayley Bell deny charges after a man's body was found decomposing in an uncooled room. Discover the full story from the UK court case.
Funeral directors trial over decomposing body
Two funeral directors are on trial at Portsmouth Crown Court, accused of fraud and preventing the lawful burial of a man whose body was left decomposing for over a month. Read the shocking details.
Man faces 20 years for smuggling parakeets in trousers
A man who claimed a bulge in his trousers was 'all him' is facing 20 years in prison for smuggling two critically endangered, sedated parakeets. Read the full story.
Former CBP Officer Sentenced for Drug Trafficking
A former US Customs officer receives a 15-year prison sentence for conspiring with Mexican traffickers to smuggle vast quantities of drugs, including fentanyl, into the United States.
US Border Agents Launch Charlotte Immigration Operation
US Customs and Border Protection personnel are expected in Charlotte for an enforcement operation, prompting community response and solidarity from local leaders.
Engineer destroys Native American burial site
A Massachusetts engineer faces criminal charges after allegedly bulldozing a protected Native American burial ground to create a 'meditation area' on his $2 million property, destroying priceless archaeological heritage.
Child sex doll seized at UK border in shocking discovery
UK Border Force makes alarming discovery of lifelike child sex doll imported from Hong Kong, sparking major police investigation into potential child exploitation offences.
Singapore seizes £2.3m dinosaur skeletons in smuggling raid
In a dramatic operation, Singaporean officials have confiscated 30 dinosaur skeletons worth millions from a local businessman, uncovering what appears to be one of Asia's largest paleontological smuggling cases.
Devon man convicted for importing child sex doll
A Devon man has been convicted under the Customs and Excise Management Act for importing a child-like sex doll, marking a significant legal precedent in the UK's fight against child exploitation.
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