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Ahead of a planned protest in Parliament Square, UK police have stated they will arrest supporters of Palestine Action, a group recently proscribed as a terrorist organization. Up to 1,000 protesters are expected, with authorities prepared for mass arrests under terror laws. The group faces legal challenges and accusations of overreach.
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UK's live music industry rebounded in 2024 with record consumer spending of £6.68bn, driven by major acts like Taylor Swift. However, grassroots venues and artists face challenges from rising costs, venue closures, and legal issues involving musicians supporting pro-Palestinian causes, leading to cancellations and protests.
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Graham Linehan, Irish comedy writer, was detained at Heathrow after police suspected inciting violence through three social media posts about trans issues. He was hospitalized due to stress and released on bail, with conditions including a ban on posting on X. The case raises free speech and police powers concerns.
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Britain proscribed Palestine Action in July after members damaged military planes at a Royal Air Force base. Supporters have since faced mass arrests, with hundreds detained and charged under anti-terror laws. Demonstrations continue near Parliament, with police arresting supporters expressing solidarity, amid accusations of disproportionate repression.
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A Banksy mural depicting a judge beating a protester was painted outside London's Royal Courts of Justice. The artwork, linked to protests against the UK government’s ban on Palestine Action, was quickly covered by police. Banksy confirmed its authenticity via Instagram, highlighting tensions over civil liberties and activism.
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Over recent weeks, seven Jewish premises in Golders Green, London, have been targeted with antisemitic acts, including smeared feces and urine. A suspect, Ionut-Cristian Bold, has been charged with multiple counts of racially motivated criminal damage. The incidents follow a rise in antisemitic activity across Britain, linked to tensions in Gaza.
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A large far-right protest in London organized by Tommy Robinson drew up to 150,000 attendees, resulting in clashes with police, injuries, and a viral video of a man calling for Keir Starmer's assassination. Police are investigating threats and violence, with multiple arrests made since the event on September 13.
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Christian Brückner, the main suspect in Madeleine McCann's 2007 disappearance, was released from a German prison after serving a seven-year sentence for a 2005 rape in Portugal. He remains a suspect, with ongoing investigations by German, Portuguese, and British authorities, despite refusing to be interviewed.
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Over recent days, the UK has seen several violent incidents, including a double death in Camelford, a shooting in northwest London, and a stabbing in Moss Side, Manchester. Police investigations are ongoing, with increased patrols and forensic work in affected areas. No arrests have been confirmed for some cases.
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Three individuals were detained in Essex on suspicion of assisting Russian intelligence, amid ongoing European investigations into Moscow-linked espionage and sabotage activities. The arrests follow recent uncoverings of plots involving arson, explosives, and intelligence passing across Lithuania, Latvia, and other countries, highlighting heightened tensions and covert operations since Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
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Recent days have seen multiple fires across London, Hong Kong, and Scotland. London experienced a residential blaze causing injuries and property loss, while industrial and disused buildings caught fire in Swindon, Lochgelly, and Hong Kong. Firefighting efforts are ongoing, with investigations underway.
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Mass protests in London and Liverpool against the UK ban on Palestine Action have led to over 1,600 arrests since July. Organisers expect the upcoming demonstration in Trafalgar Square to be the largest yet, risking hundreds of arrests as supporters oppose the proscribed group and government restrictions on free speech.
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On September 30, 2025, Dresden court sentenced Jian Guo, former aide to AfD politician Maximilian Krah, to four years and nine months for spying for Chinese intelligence from 2019 to 2024. Guo passed sensitive EU parliamentary documents and monitored AfD leaders and Chinese dissidents. Krah faces separate corruption probes amid allegations of Chinese ties.
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Pro-Palestine activists plan to demonstrate in Trafalgar Square on Saturday, defying police requests to postpone after a recent terrorist attack in Manchester. The protest, organized by Defend Our Juries, aims to oppose the UK’s ban on Palestine Action, which is designated as a terrorist organization. Police warn of significant resource demands, but organizers insist on proceeding, citing rights to peaceful protest amid heightened security concerns.
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London police launched Operation Echosteep in December 2024, leading to 46 arrests and the seizure of over 2,000 stolen phones. The operation uncovered a large international gang smuggling up to 40,000 stolen devices to China, targeting high-value Apple products for profit. The crackdown aims to reduce London's phone theft crisis.
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Multiple legal cases involving sexual misconduct have surfaced recently. A UK ex-BBC DJ faces historic charges, a former police deputy in New Zealand admits to possessing illegal images, and a Nigerian actress alleges family arrest orchestrated by her estranged husband. These cases highlight ongoing issues of misconduct and abuse.
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Multiple wrongful releases from UK prisons, including Wandsworth, have led to police manhunts and political scrutiny. The incidents involve foreign offenders, including sex offenders, and highlight systemic failures. Authorities are investigating and implementing new checks amid rising error rates.
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A double-decker bus struck a bus stop near Stockholm's Royal Institute of Technology, resulting in multiple casualties. The driver has been arrested, and the incident is under investigation. Two seriously injured individuals have been hospitalized. The event occurred today, Friday, Nov 14, 2025.