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US Mass Killings at 20-Year Low, But Experts Cautious

Mass killings in the US have fallen to a 20-year low in 2025, but criminologists warn this likely represents a statistical correction rather than a permanent decline. Discover the data and expert analysis.

Four killed in mass shooting at child's birthday party

At least four people, including two children, were killed in a mass shooting at a child's birthday party in Stockton, California. The suspect remains at large as authorities investigate the gang-related attack.

Rape Reports in Scotland Rise 11% to Over 3,000

Official figures reveal a rape or attempted rape is reported every three hours in Scotland, with a 25% surge over four years. Discover the full impact on public safety and the justice system.

Germany classifies date rape drugs as weapons

Germany announces plans to classify date rape drugs as weapons, enabling stricter prosecutions for sexual assault. This move comes amid rising domestic violence and sexual offence statistics.

Correction: Knife Crime Statistics Amended

The Guardian issues a correction on knife crime statistics for London, Dorset, North Yorkshire, and Suffolk. Discover the accurate ONS data and other recent amendments.

ONS cuts reports by 10% to improve data quality

The UK's Office for National Statistics will reduce its publications by 10% in 2026 to prioritise core data reliability amid Treasury concerns. Discover how this affects economic policymaking.

Scotland's child attempted murder charges surge 900%

Shocking new figures reveal a dramatic surge in Scottish children facing attempted murder charges, with experts warning organised crime gangs are systematically exploiting vulnerable youngsters across the nation.

Tory minister attacks official immigration statistics

Conservative Immigration Minister Chris Philp sparks outrage after questioning the accuracy of official migration figures, accusing the Office for National Statistics of using 'immigration survey' methods.

Surviving a salon shooting: My ex-husband's attack

A courageous hairdresser shares her harrowing story of surviving a close-range shooting by her ex-husband at the salon where she worked, exposing the brutal reality of domestic violence escalation in the UK.

NRA Sues California Over 'Gun Switches' Ban

The National Rifle Association launches legal battle against California's new law banning firearm accessories known as 'gun switches', setting up a constitutional showdown over Second Amendment rights.

Victoria's Crime Crisis: From Dream State to Nightmare

Exclusive investigation reveals Victoria's shocking descent into Australia's crime capital, with youth violence, carjackings and home invasions terrorising communities as authorities struggle to contain the epidemic.

Seven Shot Near Morehouse College in Montgomery

Montgomery police are searching for multiple suspects after a shooting near Morehouse College left seven people injured, including students, in what authorities describe as a targeted attack.

Teen shot dead during memorial for murder victim

A St. Louis community is reeling after a 16-year-old boy was fatally shot during a balloon release ceremony honouring another murder victim, marking another devastating chapter in the city's ongoing violence crisis.

Four dead in Michigan Mormon church shooting

Tragedy strikes a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints community in Michigan as a shooter kills four people during a church fundraiser before being found dead.

Weekend Mass Shootings Surge to Record Levels in US

Exclusive analysis reveals a disturbing surge in weekend mass shootings across the United States, with communities from coast to coast experiencing unprecedented levels of gun violence during what should be days of rest.

Birmingham Nightclub Shooting: Four Shot, Arrests Made

West Midlands Police have made multiple arrests following a shooting at a Birmingham nightclub that left four people with gunshot wounds. The incident has sparked a major investigation and raised serious concerns about public safety.

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