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Man charged after alleged sexual assault near Flemington station
A young woman was allegedly dragged into bushland and sexually assaulted while walking near Flemington train station in western Sydney on 18 September. The alleged assault has raised concerns about safety in public spaces, particularly for those travelling alone at night. Police launched an investigation after the woman reported the incident. A 27-year-old man, Jessie…
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Met Police asks coroner not to resume inquest into Chris Kaba’s death as lawyers for his family say officer could have been acting ‘unreasonably’
The Metropolitan Police has argued against reopening an inquest into Chris Kaba’s death, following the acquittal of marksman Martyn Blake on murder charges. However, Kaba’s family contends that the officer could have acted “unreasonably” when he fatally shot the 24-year-old in September 2022. Coroner Dr Julian Morris will decide next week whether a full inquest…
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Michigan businesswoman accused of defrauding investors of at least $1.05 million
Federal prosecutors accuse Michigan businesswoman Shannon Monet Steel of defrauding investors of at least $1.05 million by falsely presenting herself as wealthy and offering loans. She faces one wire fraud charge, which carries a possible sentence of up to 20 years if she is convicted; prosecutors say further charges may follow. Prosecutors say at least…
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Sable Offshore chief executive earned $76m despite $410m loss
James Flores, chairman and chief executive of Sable Offshore, was Houston’s highest-paid executive in 2025, earning $76 million comprising a $1.3 million base salary, a $3.9 million bonus and approximately $69 million in stock. However, his company sold no crude oil in 2025 and reported a net loss of $410.2 million. The stark contrast between…
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Driver accelerates Jeep at Maine journalist outside methadone clinic
A journalist was confronted and then nearly struck by a speeding Jeep whilst reporting outside a methadone clinic in Bangor, Maine. The man in the blue Jeep initially challenged the reporter from his vehicle, then drove directly at him at high speed, forcing him to move out of the way. The incident raises questions about…
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Williams free-kick seals Wales’ comeback victory over 10-man Norway
Wales came from behind to beat Norway 2-1 in Cardiff, securing their first win of the year in the Nations League. Neco Williams scored the decisive goal after Norway were reduced to ten men early in the second half, giving Craig Bellamy’s side a boost against opponents the manager had called one of the world’s…
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Samsung unveils open-ear Galaxy Buds On, with South Korea launch set for October
Samsung has launched the Galaxy Buds On, its first clip-on earbuds, in South Korea, joining a trend popularised by competitors like Bose, Huawei and Shokz. The clip-on design appeals to users who dislike in-ear earbuds, as it leaves the ear canal open and avoids the uncomfortable sensation of insertion. To address the sound leakage problem…
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Parents given suspended sentences after newborn’s cocaine exposure before death
Darcey Maunder, a nine-day-old baby, was found unresponsive in a Newquay hotel room and could not be revived. Her parents, Andrew Maunder and Rochelle Thomas, admitted child cruelty after using cocaine while caring for her; a court heard this exposed Darcey to risk and caused her unnecessary suffering. Truro Crown Court sentenced both to 30…
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Washington officials seek two men accused of taking bear from private land
Washington wildlife officials are searching for two men accused of taking a dead black bear from marked private property near Oso. The case matters because officials say the men had no permission to enter or hunt there, despite the open bear season, and are asking the public to help identify them. A video reportedly shows…