HMRC accepted 'tolerable' risk in child benefit crackdown
Internal documents reveal HMRC withdrew child benefit payments using incomplete Home Office data, deeming the risk of harm 'remote'. Senior officials face Treasury committee scrutiny.
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Trump Considers Military Action Against Iran After Protests
President Trump threatens unprecedented strikes as Iran proposes talks. Over 10,600 detained in protests, US and Israel warned they are 'legitimate targets'. Read the latest.
London murders drop to lowest level in over a decade
London's homicide rate has fallen to a record low after a Met Police blitz on organised crime and expanded use of facial recognition. Discover the strategies behind the 11% drop.
Trump Considers Military Action Amid Iran Crackdown
US President Donald Trump claims Iran seeks negotiations while threatening military intervention over the regime's deadly crackdown on protests, with hundreds reported killed.
London homicides fall to lowest level in over a decade
London records just 97 homicides in 2025, the lowest figure since 2014. The capital's murder rate is now lower than New York, Paris, and Berlin. Discover how police efforts are driving the change.
Iran Crackdown: 250 Bodies in Morgue, Secret Burial
Exclusive analysis reveals the emerging scale of Iran's crackdown, with evidence of 250 bodies in one morgue and families forced into secret burials to avoid fuelling protests.
Iran Protests Gather Momentum Amid Deadly Crackdown
Protests in Iran escalate as security forces use lethal force, killing hundreds. Internet blackouts fail to quell demonstrations calling for regime change. Read the latest from Tehran.
Iran Arrests Protest Leaders as Crackdown Intensifies
Iranian authorities arrest key protest figures as unrest enters second week. US President Trump threatens intervention, sparking a war of words with Tehran. Over 100 reported killed.
China Detains Leaders of Underground Early Rain Church
Chinese authorities detain leaders of the prominent Early Rain Covenant Church in Sichuan, marking a significant escalation in the crackdown on unregistered Christian groups across the country.
Iran Protests: Police Brutality Reported Amid Widespread Crackdown
Reports from Iran detail a severe police response to nationwide protests, with claims of live ammunition use. Internet blackouts hinder verification of human rights violations. Read the latest.
UK seeks 'peaceful transition' in Iran as protests intensify
UK ministers call for an end to violence in Iran and discuss regime change as protests defy a severe crackdown. Over 60 reported dead and thousands detained.
Mass US Protests After ICE Agent Kills Renee Good
Nationwide protests erupt after an ICE officer shot dead Renee Good in Minneapolis. New footage fuels debate as the Trump administration defends the agent's actions.
ICE Shooting: Wife's Tribute as Officials Reject Self-Defence
The wife of a woman shot dead by an ICE officer in Minneapolis pays tribute, as local officials reject the Trump administration's self-defence claim. Read the latest.
Minneapolis Mayor: Feds 'Hiding Facts' in ICE Killing
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey demands state involvement in FBI probe after ICE agent kills US citizen Renee Nicole Good. He condemns Trump administration's 'garbage' narrative.
34 arrested in Spain over 'Black Axe' crime gang fraud
A major cross-border police operation has led to 34 arrests in Spain, targeting the notorious 'Black Axe' criminal network accused of multi-million euro fraud. Read the full details.
Iran Internet Blackout Amid Crackdown on Protests
Iran's supreme leader signals harsher crackdown on protests, blaming the US, as internet is cut nationwide. At least 42 killed and thousands detained in unrest.
Kinahan Gang Boss Under Pressure in Dubai
As the 10-year anniversary of Dublin's Regency Hotel shooting approaches, international pressure mounts on Daniel Kinahan, the alleged cartel leader hiding in Dubai. Explore the feud, the global empire, and the closing net.
Gang jailed for £1m burglary spree across UK
An Albanian crime gang who stole over £1m in a nationwide burglary spree were caught after flaunting loot online. Read how police cracked the case.
ICE shootings surge in Trump's 2025 immigration crackdown
Federal immigration agents linked to 14 shootings amid Trump's expanded enforcement. Record deaths in custody as detention surges by 50%. Read the full investigation.
Shooting amid US immigration crackdown in Minneapolis
A shooting involving federal agents occurred in Minneapolis during a major immigration enforcement operation targeting the Somali community. Authorities urge public to avoid the area.
London dealer claims gang threats forced him to sell drugs
A West London man caught dealing cocaine in Wales told a court a crime gang threatened his family. Romario Buzi, 23, was given a suspended prison sentence. Read the full story.
Dutch Drug Cartel Killings Exposed in Podcast
A deep dive into the shocking gangland killings that revealed the dark underbelly of organised crime in the Netherlands, challenging its liberal image. Listen to the full investigation.
Seven charged over 300 offences in Brisbane car theft ring
Queensland police have charged seven men after an international crime syndicate allegedly stole 60 Toyotas from Brisbane to ship to the UAE. Read the full investigation details.
Venezuela detains journalists after Maduro's removal
At least 14 journalists detained in Caracas following the US-led capture of President Nicolás Maduro. Read the latest on the press freedom crackdown.
Three Children Dead in Iran Protest Crackdown
At least three children are dead and 44 minors arrested in Iran's escalating protests. Human rights groups condemn the security forces' 'indiscriminate targeting' of civilians. Read the full report.
Missing in the Amazon: Guardian podcast explores rainforest dangers
The Guardian's Full Story podcast returns to the Javari valley, investigating the persistent threats from organised crime. Can the Amazon be saved? Listen to the latest episode.
Justice Hope for Amazon Murders, But Organised Crime Fears
Funerals held for Dom Phillips and Bruno Pereira. As Lula takes office, hopes rise for Amazon protection and justice, but a deep-rooted criminal network threatens progress. Listen to the Full Story podcast.
Readers' Favourite Organised Adventure Challenges Revealed
Discover the most memorable organised challenges, from cycling the Tour de France route to trekking Kilimanjaro. Get inspired for your next adventure and find out how to enter our travel tips competition.
Uber prices soar as government ends VAT loophole
Londoners face higher Uber and Bolt fares as a new VAT rule comes into force, ending a tax scheme for ride-hailing apps. The move aims to level the playing field with black cabs.
Man charged over Kensington Palace trespass allegations
A 39-year-old man faces charges for allegedly trespassing twice on the grounds of Kensington Palace, the occasional home of the Prince and Princess of Wales. Read the full police statement.
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