Beauty Queen Trinity Poague in Court for Toddler Murder
Trinity Madison Poague, a former beauty queen, appeared in court charged with murder after an 18-month-old boy was found unresponsive in her university dorm. She denies all charges.
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Four Dead in Pakistan Militant Ambush, Including Official
A government administrator and three others killed in a vehicle ambush by suspected militants in Pakistan's northwest. The attack follows a recent suicide bombing, raising regional tensions.
Teen Couple Killed in Wrong-Way Drunk Driving Crash
A 17-year-old girl and her 18-year-old boyfriend died in a horrific crash caused by an alleged drunk driver going the wrong way on Interstate 15. Their families share their grief and call for tougher DUI laws.
Wayne Couzens' Grim Life Inside 'Monster Mansion' Prison
An exclusive look at the grim prison life of Sarah Everard's killer, Wayne Couzens, from his Xbox complaints to a shocking friendship and a costly NHS operation.
Hillsborough report: 12 officers would face misconduct
A new IOPC report states 12 police officers would have faced gross misconduct charges over the Hillsborough disaster. After 36 years, campaigners call it 'pointless' as no one will face justice. Read why a Hillsborough Law is now demanded.
Bystander stops police chase on Birmingham's Broad Street
A dramatic police foot pursuit in Birmingham ended when a quick-thinking member of the public intervened. Watch the full video of the instant karma moment here.
£2,500 Nutcracker Stolen from Christmas-Obsessed Couple
A couple in Spaldwick are devastated after a 10-foot nutcracker was stolen from their garden. The festive display raised funds for a pet charity. Police are investigating.
PC Denies Groping Colleagues at Drunken Rugby Club Party
A North Wales police officer breaks down in tears at misconduct hearing, denying she groped two colleagues and tried to kiss an inspector during a boozy leaving party. Read the full details.
Man charged after postal workers find child-like sex doll
A 56-year-old man in France faces a €75k fine and prison after postal staff discovered a disturbing parcel from China. The case sparks international crackdown on online sales. Read the full report.
Mother demands answers over Texas A&M student death
The mother of 19-year-old Texas A&M student Brianna Aguilera is seeking clarity after her daughter was found dead outside an Austin apartment. Police are investigating.
Phillips: Police sex crime failures are 'inexcusable'
Safeguarding Minister Jess Phillips says a damning inquiry reveals critical police failings on violence against women. She demands urgent action to protect women and girls.
Jury trials scrapped in bid to tackle court backlog
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces plans to scrap jury trials for some offences and create 'swift courts' to tackle record crown court delays. Critics warn it erodes a fundamental right.
Children, dogs found in rubbish-filled car with drugs
Police in Vancouver, US, arrest three after discovering five children and three dogs living in a vehicle filled with rubbish and drug paraphernalia. Read the full shocking 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.
Christmas Day driver killed 1 in drink-fuelled rampage
Anthony Gilheaney, 30, left a 'trail of carnage' in London's West End, killing one man and injuring others in a series of racist and homophobic attacks. Read the full court report.
Inquiry: 'Critical Failure' in Data on Sex Crimes Against Women
A damning report finds basic questions on stranger rapes in England and Wales cannot be answered due to poor data. The inquiry calls for urgent reform and better use of AI to stop perpetrators.
El Chapo's Son Details Kidnap of Rival in Plea Deal
Joaquín Guzmán López reveals how he abducted Sinaloa cartel leader 'El Mayo' to win US favour. Read the shocking details of the cross-border operation.
Lorraine Kelly backs SafeCall for missing children
TV star Lorraine Kelly supports The Independent's SafeCall campaign to raise £165,000, aiding 70,000 missing UK children annually. Donate to provide a lifeline.
Hillsborough probe finds 12 officers would face misconduct
A damning IOPC report finds 12 police officers would have faced gross misconduct for failures at Hillsborough and the subsequent cover-up. Read the full findings.
Hillsborough report finds 12 officers would face misconduct cases
A damning IOPC report finds 12 officers would have faced gross misconduct proceedings over the Hillsborough disaster. Discover the full findings and the families' fight for justice.
Hillsborough Report: 12 Officers Would Face Gross Misconduct
A new report into the Hillsborough disaster reveals 12 officers would have faced gross misconduct for blaming fans. Discover the shocking findings and the lies exposed. Read the full story.
New Hillsborough report slams police failures and cover-up
A damning new report reveals how West Midlands Police's 'wholly unsatisfactory' investigation into the 1989 Hillsborough disaster failed families. Discover the full findings.
Hillsborough: 12 Officers Escape Punishment After Report
A damning IOPC report finds over 100 instances of police misconduct in the Hillsborough disaster, yet no officers will face discipline. Families decry 'no justice'.
12 Officers Face Hillsborough Misconduct Case
The IOPC has identified 12 officers with a case to answer for gross misconduct related to the Hillsborough disaster and its aftermath. Read the full report and key findings.
Arrest after child-like sex doll found in Shein parcel
A man with a prior conviction faces court after French postal staff discovered a child-like sex doll in a parcel from Shein. The case fuels international calls for online retail bans.
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.
Stockton shooting: Father claims rapper MBnel was target
A father says the gunman in the Stockton birthday party shooting that killed four, including three children, was aiming for rapper MBnel. Read the latest on this tragic California crime.
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.
US Marine recruiter sentenced for stabbing girl, 11
Ricardo Perez Castillo sentenced to 40 years after breaking into a home and stabbing an 11-year-old girl. He begged for forgiveness in court, claiming he had 'found God'.
Inquiry finds critical failure in sex crime data
A damning report reveals a critical failure to track stranger rapes in England and Wales, hampering prevention efforts. Read the shocking findings from the Angiolini Inquiry.
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