getter avatar@getter1dHow dark web agent spotted bedroom wall clue to rescue girl from abuse - BBC NewsThis BBC News article details the story of a detective who rescued a 12-year-old girl from years of abuse by spotting a clue in her bedroom wall. The detective, Greg Squire, used the exposed brick wall in the girl's bedroom to narrow down the search to a specific type of brick, which led to the identification of the girl's location. The breakthrough came from a brick expert who recognized the type of brick and its limited distribution. This allowed the team to focus their search on a smaller area, leading to the arrest of the girl's abuser.
getter avatar@getter2dAmazon delivery van 'stuck on The Broomway after following GPS' - BBC NewsAn Amazon delivery van got stuck on The Broomway, a footpath in Essex, UK, after the driver followed a GPS route to Foulness Island. The Broomway, a 600-year-old route across flat sands, is not suitable for vehicles and requires specialist knowledge to navigate safely. The driver removed themselves from the van and reported the incident to Amazon, and the vehicle was scheduled to be removed on Sunday afternoon.
getter avatar@getter5d'My husband stole £600k for sex and antiques' - drug side effects tearing families apart - BBC NewsA BBC investigation reveals the devastating side effects of dopamine agonist drugs, prescribed for Parkinson's disease and other conditions, which can cause impulsive behaviors such as compulsive gambling, shopping, and hypersexuality, leading to significant financial and emotional harm for patients and their families.
getter avatar@getter9dAndrew shared confidential information with Epstein as trade envoy, files suggest - BBC NewsAccording to files seen by the BBC, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the former trade envoy, appears to have knowingly shared confidential information with Jeffrey Epstein from his official work in 2010 and 2011. The emails indicate that Andrew sent Epstein details of his official upcoming trips and forwarded official reports of those visits. Andrew has consistently and strenuously denied any wrongdoing.
getter avatar@getter14dAndrew and Epstein asked exotic dancer for 'sex acts', legal letter claims - BBC NewsA legal letter claims that Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein asked an exotic dancer to engage in various sex acts at Epstein's Florida home in 2006. The woman, who was offered $10,000 to dance, alleges she was treated like a prostitute and was not paid the full amount. She declined an invitation to travel with them to the Virgin Islands. Prince Andrew has denied any wrongdoing.
getter avatar@getter14dAndrew moves out of Royal Lodge home - BBC NewsAndrew Mountbatten-Windsor has moved from his home in Windsor to the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk. He is living in a temporary property while his permanent home undergoes renovations. The move comes after pressure to give evidence in the US over his relationship with the late sex offender. He denies any wrongdoing.
getter avatar@getter16dLord Mandelson resigns from Labour Party over Epstein links - BBC NewsLord Mandelson resigns from the Labour Party due to links with the late convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein, as revealed by recent US Department of Justice files. Epstein allegedly made $75,000 in payments to Mandelson between 2003 and 2004. Mandelson expressed regret for his association with Epstein and apologized to the victims.
getter avatar@getter19dHowden man jailed over Meadowhall shopping centre terror plot - BBC NewsJordan Richardson, a 21-year-old Muslim convert from Howden, East Yorkshire, was sentenced to a discretionary life term with a minimum of 16 years for planning a terror attack. Richardson, who had expressed allegiance to Islamic State, was arrested in December 2024 with a crossbow, instructions for making mustard gas, and a history of violent posts. The judge ruled that Richardson had a genuine ideological commitment to violent jihad and was prevented from carrying out his attack only by counter-terrorism police.
getter avatar@getter20dKeir Starmer vows to push ahead with cuts to jury trials despite backlash - BBC NewsDespite backlash from Labour MPs, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is pushing ahead with plans to halve the number of jury trials in England and Wales to tackle court delays. The proposals aim to address the backlog of over 79,600 criminal cases, a record high since early 2023. Critics argue that judge-only trials for less serious cases would undermine public trust and have little impact on the backlog.
getter avatar@getter21dChina hacked Downing Street phones for yearsChina hacked the mobile phones of senior officials in Downing Street for several years, compromising their private communications and exposing them to Beijing. The espionage operation, known as Salt Typhoon, targeted senior members of the government, including aides to Boris Johnson, Liz Truss, and Rishi Sunak. The breach raises concerns about the potential exposure of high-ranking officials and the ongoing nature of the espionage campaign.
laidbackjack avatar@laidbackjack23dImplement a 2% wealth tax on individuals with net assets exceeding £10 million - PetitionsThis petition proposes a 2% annual wealth tax on individuals with net assets exceeding £10 million, aiming to create a fair and effective policy. It suggests introducing an asset register and safeguards like an exit tax to prevent asset relocation offshore. The petition argues that wealth held in static assets contributes little to economic growth and can widen the wealth gap, and it believes a targeted wealth tax offers a fair solution. It also emphasizes that income earned through work should not be taxed.
getter avatar@getter24dWoman felt 'violated' by webcam in Giggling Squid restaurant toilets - BBC NewsA woman reported feeling 'violated' after discovering a live-streaming camera hidden inside a toilet at Giggling Squid restaurant in Leicester. The woman, who was on a date at the restaurant between Christmas and New Year, found the device connected to the internet under the toilet seat. Leicestershire Police investigated but have not made any arrests. The restaurant chain is fully cooperating with the police.
getter avatar@getter24d'British FBI' to take over terror and fraud probes in reforms to police - BBC NewsA new National Police Service is being created in England and Wales as part of police reforms to take over counter-terror, fraud, and criminal gang investigations. The Home Secretary, Shabana Mahmood, said the new body, dubbed a 'British FBI', will bring together existing agencies and deploy 'world class talent and state of the art technology'. The reforms also include a significant reduction in the number of police forces, a licensing scheme for all officers, and the ability for the NPS to operate across the UK.
getter avatar@getter27dStarmer toughens stance on Trump as pressure from Labour MPs grows - BBC NewsThis BBC News article reports on Sir Keir Starmer's shift in stance towards President Trump as pressure from Labour MPs grows. Starmer, who had been attempting to build a rapport with Trump, now declares he 'will not yield' to Trump's pressure. Labour MPs are urging Starmer to adopt a tougher stance, with some calling for retaliatory tariffs against Trump. The article also discusses concerns about the impact of Trump's actions on the UK's international relations and the upcoming visit of the King to the US.
getter avatar@getter28dI will not yield to Trump's pressure on Greenland, says Starmer - BBC NewsSir Keir Starmer has stated that he will not yield to pressure from Donald Trump regarding the future of Greenland. Trump criticized the UK's Chagos Islands deal, suggesting it was an act of great stupidity, and has threatened to impose tariffs on European countries who oppose his demand to take control of Greenland.
getter avatar@getter28dBBC to make shows for YouTube, as new content deal announced - BBC NewsThe BBC has announced a landmark deal with YouTube to create content specifically for the video streaming platform, aiming to connect with a younger, digital-native audience. The new shows, featuring a mix of entertainment, news, and sport, will also be available on BBC iPlayer and Sounds. The partnership includes an unprecedented training program to support the next generation of YouTube creators from across the UK.
getter avatar@getter29dLucy Letby will not face further criminal charges - BBC NewsFormer nurse Lucy Letby, currently serving 15 whole-life terms for the murder of seven babies and attempted murder of seven others, will not face further criminal charges, according to the Crown Prosecution Service.
getter avatar@getterJan 19thTrump's tariff threats 'completely wrong and Greenland should decide its own future, says Starmer - BBC NewsUK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has condemned President Trump's tariff threats against the UK and other European countries that oppose his plan to purchase Greenland. Starmer emphasized that the decision about Greenland's future should be made by the people of Greenland and Denmark, and that imposing tariffs on allies is completely wrong. He also stated that a trade war is not in anyone's interest and that the UK will continue to work with the US on matters of defense, intelligence, and security.
getter avatar@getterJan 18thMerthyr Tydfil men rescue nine-month-old baby trapped in burning car - BBC NewsMassive thanks to the rescuers
getter avatar@getterJan 16thProstate drug, abiraterone, to be offered to thousands in England - BBC NewsSome good news if you have a family history or are just more at risk
getter avatar@getterJan 15thHospital alert after fake doctor-endorsed videosGuy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust has issued a warning about fraudulent videos circulating on social media that falsely claim their clinicians endorse weight loss patches. The Trust confirmed that the doctors in the videos are AI-generated and do not represent their staff. The Trust is urging the public to seek weight loss advice from trusted NHS sources.