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Masked suspect pursued John Ruskin College student, prompting lockdown
A masked person carrying what appeared to be a machete chased a student at John Ruskin College in Croydon on Wednesday afternoon. The incident prompted a precautionary lockdown at the college and nearby Quest Academy, raising concerns about safety on school grounds. Police arrived at about 5.08pm, but the suspect had already left, and no…
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Multiple people injured after car drives into Newcastle Knights fans
A car drove into a crowd of Newcastle Knights fans gathered to wave off the team, injuring several people. The incident happened on Newcastle Link Road as the team left for Sunday’s NRL Grand Final, and emergency services said the situation was still unfolding. More than 10 ambulances and three helicopters attended the scene. NSW…
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We suffered years of abuse at the hands of men we bravely put behind bars. Now Labour’s early release scheme will let our tormentors walk free… and we’re in fear for our lives
Three women who are public servants – an ambulance worker, a primary school teacher and a school safeguarding lead – were subjected to severe abuse by men they courageously reported to police and helped convict. Now they face renewed terror as Labour’s Progression Model early release scheme begins freeing thousands of prisoners early, including domestic…
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Demand booms for elite nannies despite gruelling hours and high demands
The high-end nanny market for the super-wealthy is booming, with demand up 30 per cent for those earning £80,000+ annually. These nannies work for oligarchs, royals, footballers and other wealthy families, commanding salaries of £80,000 to £250,000 plus luxurious perks like accommodation and global travel. The profession has gained visibility through Hulu’s new “Million Dollar…
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South African group urges men to challenge masculinity and prevent violence against women
Father A Nation is encouraging men and boys in a Johannesburg informal settlement to challenge harmful ideas about masculinity and help prevent violence against women. Its meetings come amid renewed public concern after 12 women’s bodies were found in Ekurhuleni over three months, and South Africa’s president acknowledged that the government had not done enough…
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Lawyer says Cornell rape accuser faces online harassment after lawsuit
A woman alleges she was raped by seven men at a Cornell University fraternity house in 2024. No criminal charges were initially filed, but she has since filed a civil lawsuit that has thrust the claims into national spotlight and reopened the possibility of criminal charges. Her lawyer says she is facing severe harassment as…
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Los Angeles teenager dies after jumping from school balcony following assault
Xavier Nungaray, a 17-year-old Los Angeles high school student, died on 30 September after jumping from a fourth-floor balcony moments after being physically assaulted by another student in a classroom at Benjamin Franklin High School. The tragedy has highlighted serious concerns about school bullying and the psychological impact it can have on young people. Video…
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Timothy revives “prison works” pledge with 50,000 new places
Nick Timothy, the Shadow Justice Secretary, has revived Michael Howard’s 1990s mantra that “prison works” and announced the Conservative Party’s commitment to building 50,000 new prison places. Timothy argues this policy is essential to address rising crime rates, particularly shoplifting which has increased by 20 per cent, and to reverse Labour’s controversial early-release scheme. The…
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Could El Niño mean there are no Atlantic hurricanes this year?
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season could become the first on record in the satellite era without a single hurricane. No hurricanes have formed during September—the typically most active month—for the first time in more than 30 years. El Niño, the natural warming of the tropical Pacific Ocean, is the primary cause, as it creates wind…