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Duo jailed for £20m heroin smuggling plot

A father and son were part of a crime group that attempted to import £20 million of heroin concealed in pomegranate juice bottles. Read the full story of the NCA's major bust.

UK's £1bn laundering network funds Russia's war

National Crime Agency exposes billion-pound money laundering network operating across 28 UK towns and cities, directly funding Russia's war in Ukraine through cryptocurrency conversions.

Bird smuggler faces prison after parakeets in pants

A man who claimed his suspicious bulge was 'all him' faces 20 years in prison after border agents found two rare sedated parakeets hidden in his trousers. Read the full bizarre smuggling story.

West End Businesses Fund Christmas Crime Crackdown

Over 600 West End businesses launch the largest private security investment to combat phone theft and retail crime this festive season. Discover how Operation West End aims to keep shoppers safe.

Guardian corrects knife crime statistics error

The Guardian issues a correction on knife crime figures, revealing London saw a 0% change while Dorset fell 13%. Explore the full corrections list and how to submit complaints.

Song Thrush's Winter Melody: A Chorus of Joy

Discover how the Song Thrush transforms winter's gloom with its powerful, repetitive melody. This bird's persistent song brings unexpected joy to grey November days. Listen closely next time you walk.

Man jailed for stealing £270,000 Banksy print

A man who stole a £270,000 Banksy artwork from a London gallery to pay a drug debt has been sentenced to 13 months in prison. Discover the full story of the brazen burglary and swift recovery.

Wildlife Week: A global snapshot of nature

This week's best wildlife photos feature a chilled capybara in Rio, a bear at a Japanese nursery, and a rare Welsh polecat. Discover the stories behind the images.

Autumn Wildlife: Nature's Hidden Seasonal Gems

Discover how autumn transforms gardens into wildlife havens. Learn why fallen leaves create vital ecosystems and how to support biodiversity this season. Explore nature's hidden world!

Bird flu kills half of South Georgia's elephant seals

A devastating bird flu outbreak has killed an estimated 53,000 female elephant seals on South Georgia, wiping out nearly half the breeding population with serious implications for the species' future.

Dalston stabbing: Person rushed to hospital

A person has been hospitalised after a stabbing on Ridley Road, Dalston. Police are investigating the broad daylight attack which occurred near the busy market. Get the latest updates.

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