Met officer sacked for hiding arrest and gun probe
A Metropolitan Police constable has been dismissed for gross misconduct after failing to disclose a drink-driving arrest and a firearms investigation. Read the full details of the case.
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London Victoria Line suspended, commuters stranded
Major signal failure at Green Park halts entire Victoria Line, trapping passengers underground. Severe delays also hit Bakerloo and Windrush lines. Latest updates.
Severe delays on Piccadilly Line due to signal failure
Commuters face major disruption on London's Piccadilly line after a signal failure at Rayners Lane. Delays expected between Acton Town and Rayners Lane. Check for updates.
US Small Business Bankruptcies: The Real Story
US small business bankruptcies hit a 'historic high' in 2025, but the data reveals a more nuanced picture. Discover why the numbers are statistically insignificant and what it means for the economy.
Finance worker told to 'spread legs' for contract
A former finance professional reveals shocking sexual harassment she faced, including being told to 'spread her legs' for a contract. She discusses the industry's toxic culture and her new mission to support victims.
Met Police Vetting Scandal Exposes 131 Failed Checks
A damning review reveals 131 Met Police officers and staff committed crimes after flawed vetting. Dawn Butler MP demands urgent reforms, including a mandatory DNA database for all officers.
Victoria Line severe delays after points failure
A points failure at Finsbury Park has caused severe delays on the Victoria Line this morning. Check your route and replan your journey using the TfL tool to avoid disruption.
Victoria Police revokes warrantless pat-down powers
Victoria Police has revoked controversial powers allowing officers to conduct warrantless pat-downs across inner Melbourne. The decision follows significant public and legal scrutiny.
Met Police vetting failures let rapists join force
A damning review reveals over 130 Met Police officers, including two serial rapists, committed crimes due to flawed vetting. Read the full report on systemic failures.
Family's agony after police error over fatal crash victim
A family endured weeks of trauma after South Yorkshire Police incorrectly identified a crash victim. Read their heartbreaking statement and the police response.
Met Police officers 'not properly vetted' in recruitment drive
A damning report reveals thousands of Met Police recruits were not properly vetted amid a national drive to boost numbers, compromising integrity and public trust. Read the full findings.
Met Police Vetting Failures Let Serial Rapists Join Force
A damning review reveals over 5,000 Met Police officers and staff were recruited without proper checks between 2013-2023, allowing predators like David Carrick to remain. Read the full investigation.
Police Misidentify Teen Crash Victim in Yorkshire
The family of Joshua Johnson, 18, speak out after police wrongly identified another boy as the victim of a fatal Rotherham car crash. Read their heartbreaking tribute.
Police error after crash: family told wrong teen survived
South Yorkshire Police referred itself to the IOPC after a tragic mix-up saw Joshua Johnson's family told he survived a Rotherham crash when he had died. Read the full story.
Met Police staff plan six more strike days in pay row
Met Police call handlers and fleet staff will strike for six days in January, following a 'hugely disruptive' New Year's Eve walkout. The dispute centres on an 'inferior' pay offer compared to police officers. Read the latest.
Foreseen water failure left 24,000 homes without supply
A water treatment failure that left 24,000 Kent homes without drinking water for two weeks was foreseen and preventable, the regulator has revealed. Discover the full story of the South East Water crisis.
Swiss Bar Fire Killed 40, Had Not Been Inspected Since 2019
A Swiss bar where 40 died in a New Year's fire had not undergone a safety inspection for five years, officials confirm. Mayor issues profound apology. Read the full report.
Freemason police officers defend membership amid Met rule
Freemason police officers say they fear for their careers after the Met Police required them to declare membership. They deny any special treatment, calling the move 'unfair'.
Volunteer officer sacked over fake police car
A volunteer Met Police officer was dismissed after fitting blue lights and sirens to his own car and driving it around London. Discover the full story and the hearing's findings.
Eurostar passengers stranded overnight with no toilets
Eurostar passengers endured a nightmare before New Year, stranded for hours on trains without flushing toilets due to power failures and blocked tracks. Discover your rights to compensation.
18-year fight with Hackney Council over burglary claim
Anthony Burton has spent 18 years seeking compensation from Hackney Council after a burglary where CCTV he paid for was broken. He vows not to give up. Read the full story.
Tube line suspended due to points failure at Lambeth North
An entire London Underground line is suspended this morning due to a points failure at Lambeth North, with multiple other closures across the network. Get live updates.
Eurostar passengers face more disruption after tunnel fault
Thousands of Eurostar and LeShuttle passengers face further delays as power supply issues in the Channel Tunnel continue to cause major disruption, ruining New Year travel plans. Read the latest updates.
Eurostar Cancelled: Channel Tunnel Closed After Power Failure
All Eurostar services suspended after a major power failure in the Channel Tunnel. Passengers told not to travel as LNER offers free travel for affected customers. Latest updates.
Channel Tunnel Power Failure Causes Major Eurostar Disruption
All Eurostar services face severe delays and cancellations after a power supply failure in the Channel Tunnel. Passengers are strongly advised to postpone journeys. Follow for live updates.
Chevy Chase's near-fatal Covid coma revealed in new documentary
Chevy Chase spent eight days in an induced coma after heart failure during the pandemic, his family reveals in a new film. Doctors warned he might not recover fully. Read the shocking details.
Man shot by police in Thetford after crash and handgun report
A man was shot dead by armed police in Thetford, Norfolk, following a two-vehicle collision and reports he was carrying a handgun. The incident is under independent investigation.
Las Vegas Police Get Donated Tesla Cybertruck Fleet
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department has unveiled a fleet of 10 Tesla Cybertrucks, donated anonymously. Discover the details behind this controversial $2.7m gift and its implications for modern policing.
Museum of Failure bringing flops to UK in 2025
The Museum of Failure, a touring exhibition celebrating design disasters and corporate flops, is coming to Britain next spring. Discover the stories behind the Titanic, Sinclair C5, and more.
Prisoner died after Covid monitoring failures at Wormwood Scrubs
An Ombudsman report reveals systemic healthcare failures at HMP Wormwood Scrubs after the death of Mehrban Hussain, who contracted Covid and died of pneumonia. The prison has accepted all recommendations.
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