Southwark Crown Court is hearing high-profile cases including Nigeria’s ex-minister denying corruption and UK MP Conor McGinn’s sexual assault trial.
Multiple convictions of serious child abuse and exploitation have emerged in the UK, involving nursery staff and summer camp operators. The cases reveal extensive sexual offenses, drugging, and exploitation of children, prompting calls for stronger safeguarding and accountability measures. The stories highlight ongoing failures in child protection. Today’s date is Sat, 14 Feb 2026 21:55:05 +0000.
Gerard Hutchings, 66, was convicted on all counts for abusing his authority by conducting illegal strip searches and sexually assaulting 18 young men in Hampshire police stations between 1999 and 2007. He faces sentencing on July 24.
South Africa's police commissioner Fannie Masemola has been placed on precautionary suspension following charges of violating the Public Finance Management Act related to a R360 million tender. Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane is acting police commissioner as Masemola faces court proceedings. The suspension follows ongoing corruption allegations within the police force, impacting public trust and political stability.