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Prosecutors dropped charges of spying for China against two men, Christopher Cash and Christopher Berry, citing insufficient evidence. The case, linked to allegations of passing sensitive information, was set for trial but was halted. The decision has raised concerns about national security and parliamentary integrity.
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Constance Marten and Mark Gordon, who fled with their newborn in winter conditions, have been sentenced to 14 years for manslaughter after their baby died of hypothermia. The couple had previously lost four children and went off-grid to avoid social services. Their actions led to a tragic, preventable death.
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Two men, including a former parliamentary researcher, faced charges of spying for China but the case was dropped after prosecutors said the evidence no longer met the required standard. The case involved allegations of obtaining sensitive information between late 2021 and early 2023, linked to contacts with a suspected Chinese intelligence agent.
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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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Liridon Kastrati, 32, was convicted of attempted murder after chasing police with a chainsaw in Paisley in May 2024. He was found guilty of attempting to kill PC Gary Cowan, with sentencing due in December. The incident involved a collision and a pursuit, with officers injured.
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Two high-profile cases are progressing through UK and US courts. David Carrick was found guilty of multiple sexual offences, including abuse spanning nearly 40 years. Meanwhile, Brian Walshe admitted to misleading police and disposing of his wife’s body, with his murder trial scheduled for December. Both cases highlight ongoing issues of justice and accountability.
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On November 21, 2025, Nathan Gill, former Reform UK Wales leader and ex-MEP, was sentenced to 10.5 years in prison for accepting at least £40,000 in bribes from pro-Kremlin Ukrainian politician Oleg Voloshyn between 2018 and 2019. Gill made scripted pro-Russian statements in the European Parliament and media, compromising legislative integrity and implicating other MEPs. The case raises concerns about Kremlin influence in UK politics and scrutiny of Nigel Farage's party.
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A series of recent traffic incidents have resulted in multiple deaths across different regions. In London, a man was charged after a fatal hit-and-run; in Lisbon, a car crash killed six young people; and in Colombia, a cyclist was fatally struck while riding without protective gear. These events highlight ongoing road safety concerns.