Driver blames sensor after electric car kills boy, 5
A five-year-old boy died after an electric Volkswagen allegedly surged forward when he touched a sensor, a court hears. The driver denies causing death by careless driving.
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Driving test cancelled over wet seat after 300-mile trip
A father-of-three faces a four-month wait for a new driving test after his 285-mile journey was wasted. The test was cancelled because of 'a few raindrops' on the passenger seat. Read his full story.
Driving test cancelled over 'few raindrops' on seat
A father-of-three faces a four-month wait after his 285-mile trip for a driving test was cancelled due to a damp passenger seat. Read his story and the DVSA's response.
French Hypnotherapist Faces Trial for Raping 14 Women
Cyril Zattara, a French dance teacher, is accused of drugging and sexually assaulting over a dozen women, filming the attacks. The trial follows a shocking national reckoning on rape culture in France.
94-Year-Old on Hospital Trolley for 3 Days After Stroke
Rita Holohan, 94, endured a three-day wait on a trolley in A&E after a suspected stroke. Her daughter, a nurse, calls care 'a joke'. Read the full story on NHS pressures.
94-year-old left on hospital trolley for three days
Rita Holohan, 94, waited three days on a trolley at Queen Elizabeth Hospital after a suspected stroke. Her daughter, a nurse, calls care 'a joke'. Read the shocking NHS pressures.
Nine-year court delay as key witness dies before trial
Becky Sheeran faces a nine-year wait for her GBH trial, with her mother, a key witness, dying before court. She warns of a 'broken' justice system causing severe mental health impacts and deterring crime reporting.
New Year's Day supermarket opening times for 2026
Plan your New Year's Day shop with our guide to supermarket opening hours for Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury's, Aldi, Lidl, and more. Check times before you travel.
Disneyland's 2025 Crowd Data: Best & Worst Days Revealed
New data reveals the most hectic and least crowded days at Disneyland for 2025, with average queue times soaring to 32 minutes. Plan your 2026 trip to avoid the longest waits.
Labour urged to raise age of criminal responsibility
A major report demands Labour raises the age of criminal responsibility from 10 to 14, arguing the current law harms vulnerable children. Read the full findings.
UK supermarket festive opening times for Boxing Day & New Year
Plan your festive shopping with our guide to Boxing Day and New Year opening hours for Asda, Tesco, Sainsbury's, Aldi, Lidl, and other major UK supermarkets.
Judges urge raising criminal age from 10 to 14
Former Supreme Court President Lady Hale leads calls to raise the age of criminal responsibility from 10 to 14, citing neuroscience and international norms. The government opposes the change.
Aldi 2025 Christmas and New Year Opening Times Revealed
Aldi confirms festive opening hours for 2025, including early closures on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. Plan your shop with our guide to avoid disappointment.
Lammy accused of misusing rape case figures for jury reforms
Justice Secretary David Lammy faces a major backlash from senior barristers and Labour MPs over his plans to slash jury trials, accused of misrepresenting data on rape case collapses. Discover the brewing rebellion and potential barrister strikes.
Criminal barristers plot strike over jury trial cuts
Criminal barristers are planning industrial action that could bring courts to a standstill, opposing Justice Secretary David Lammy's proposal to slash jury trials by half. Read the full story.
Legal Experts Defend Jury Trials in UK Justice System
Barristers argue jurors provide a crucial 'humane perspective' that professional judges cannot. Discover why calls to slash jury use face fierce opposition from legal professionals.
Officer's Tears in Court Over Friend's Murder
A Florida police officer broke down describing the moment his best friend was shot. The killer's death penalty trial hears emotional testimony. Read the full story.
Man accused of Bradford fire murders tells court 'I'm done'
Calum Sunderland stopped his evidence at Doncaster Crown Court, where he denies murdering a mother and her three children in a house fire in Bradford. The trial continues.
Lammy's plan to restrict jury trials in England & Wales
Exclusive: David Lammy's radical plan to abolish jury trials for most cases, handling over 30,000 annually by judges alone. Is this the solution to the 78,000-case backlog? Read our analysis.
Galleri Blood Test: 50 Cancer Detection Hope & NHS Trial
The Galleri blood test, trialled by the NHS, can detect 50 cancers with 62% accuracy. Explore the potential and limitations of this 'exciting' medical breakthrough.
Liverpool parade trial: Paul Doyle denies 31 offences
Paul Doyle, 54, pleads not guilty to 31 charges as his trial for the Liverpool Premier League title parade incident begins. Follow the latest court updates.
I'm A Celebrity brings back live trials after 5 years
I'm A Celebrity reintroduces live Bushtucker Trials after five years with 'Cocktails of Cruelty'. Watch nightly on ITV1 and ITVX for more jungle drama.
Man Accused of Rape and Keeping Underwear as Trophy
A man is on trial accused of raping a mother-of-three as she walked home from a night out in Ilkeston. Connor Evans, 21, denies the charge and claims the encounter was consensual.
Free hack to skip airport baggage reclaim queues
Luxury transfer experts reveal a simple trick to get your luggage first at baggage claim. Learn how to potentially beat the festive airport crowds without spending extra.
Jury Trial Rights Removed in Justice Overhaul
Ministers plan to remove jury trial rights for thousands of cases to tackle court backlogs. Critics warn this threatens fundamental justice principles. Read the full story.
Lesbian Couple Accused of Torturing Adopted Sons
A 13-year-old boy testifies how his adoptive mothers allegedly tortured him and his brother for years before one died from starvation. Read the shocking court details.
NHS trials app to cut hospital waiting times
The NHS is launching a groundbreaking trial of a new smartphone app that could dramatically reduce hospital waiting times and save millions by cutting missed appointments across England.
Prison guard: Notorious robber Bronson set for release
Exclusive: A prison officer reveals Britain's most notorious inmate Charles Bronson could be released within months after nearly 50 years in custody, despite his violent reputation.
Joey Barton conspiracy trial over wife assault allegations
Former footballer Joey Barton will stand trial accused of conspiracy to commit criminal damage after allegedly assaulting his wife during a domestic incident at their family home.
Forest Owner Marinakis Faces Greek Trial Over Violence Claims
Greek shipping magnate and football club owner Evangelos Marinakis stands trial in Athens over charges of establishing a criminal organisation linked to sports-related violence, with verdict expected imminently.
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