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South Korea's ex-first lady jailed for 20 months for bribery
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South Korea’s Ex-First Lady Kim Keon Hee Sentenced to 20 Months for Bribery

Kim Keon Hee was sentenced to jail for 20 months after she accepted bribes. The Unification Church is the source of the bribes. In South Korea, this is the first…

Grief and shock after Indian politician Ajit Pawar killed in plane crash
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Ajit Pawar Dies in Plane Crash: Maharashtra Loses a Veteran Leader

Maharashtra has been in deep mourning since Deputy Chief minister Ajit Pawar's death in a plane accident on Wednesday. Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India, expressed sadness over Pawar's passing.…

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Iran Protesters Seek Secret Medical Care to Avoid Arrest Amid Crackdown

Tara, her friend and others were assaulted by the security force in Isfahan during recent demonstrations. We were helped by people and got in a car. Tara, Tara's mother, said: "I said,…

Is US crime at a historic low? A closer look at FBI data shows homicide rates are falling sharply, but violent crime trends tell a more complex story.
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Trump Warns Iran: “Time Is Running Out” as US Builds Military Forces in Gulf

President Donald Trump warned Iran that "time is running out" to reach a nuclear agreement. He said a "massive armada" is moving toward Iranian waters with "power, enthusiasm, and purpose."…

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Rising Tensions Between the US and Iran

Earlier this month, US President Donald Trump sent a warning to Iran, saying “help is on its way” if the regime continues its current path. Since then, the US has…

US Senate chamber during debate over DHS funding and shutdown talks
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DHS Funding Fight Pushes Senate Into Scramble to Avoid Government Shutdown

The Senate is moving closer to passing another set of government funding bills, but a growing dispute over Homeland Security money is raising fresh fears of a shutdown. Lawmakers expect…

Congressman Jim Baird hospitalized after car accident, also praised Trump administration’s capture of Nicolás Maduro
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Indiana Congressman Baird Hospitalized Following Car Accident

Republican Congressman Jim Baird of Indiana’s 4th Congressional District was hospitalized after a car accident, according to sources. Baird has represented this largely rural, agriculture-focused district since 2019. Career Background…

Trump's remarks came days after he said the US would "run" Venezuela after the ousting of Maduro - who has now been brought to the US to face criminal charges. Speaking to NBC about his 18-month timeframe, Trump speculated that oil production could ramp up "in less time than that, but it'll be a lot of money". He has been explicit about his ambitions for American petroleum companies to scale up their operations in the country. "Having a Venezuela that's an oil producer is good for the United States because it keeps the price of oil down," Trump added. The analysts who previously spoke to the BBC were sceptical that Trump's plans would have a major impact on the global supply - and therefore price - of oil. They suggested that firms would look for reassurance that a stable government was in place, and even when they did invest, their projects would not deliver for years.
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Can the US Take Control of Venezuela’s Massive Oil Reserves?

Donald Trump has announced plans to tap into Venezuela’s oil reserves following the capture of President Nicolás Maduro. He stated that the US would temporarily “run” the country until a…

President Donald Trump discusses plans to bring U.S. oil companies back to Venezuela to restore production and counter foreign influence over the country’s vast oil reserves.
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Venezuela Holds Massive Oil Reserves, but Output Remains Low

Venezuela has one of the largest proven oil reserves in the world, exceeding 300 billion barrels—more than Saudi Arabia, Iran, or Kuwait. Its reserves are nearly four times larger than…

President Donald Trump holds a signed “Make Iran Great Again” hat while standing next to Sen. Lindsey Graham as nationwide protests continue across Iran over political corruption and rising fuel prices.
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Trump Holds ‘Make Iran Great Again’ Hat with Lindsey Graham

President Donald Trump held a signed “Make Iran Great Again” hat while standing next to Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C. Graham posted the photo Monday morning on his X account, flashing…

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Attempt to Sell Rare Looking Statues Andrew Crowley, aged 46 from Longwell Green in Bristol, contacted Sotheby’s in London between November 2022 and July 2023. He asked them to value four items, including three Cycladic figures and one Anatolian stargazer statue. He said the pieces came from his grandfather’s inheritance. If authentic, the collection could have been worth around six hundred and eighty thousand pounds based on previous market sales. Fake Documents Raised Suspicion Crowley provided invoices that were meant to look like they were created in 1976. The papers were designed to support the history of the statues and strengthen their value. However, forensic specialists examined the documents and found that the printing method used was not available until 2001. This major mismatch revealed that the paperwork was not genuine. The documents also included old style design features such as antique dealer logos and even a nine pence stamp to make them look authentic. Court Findings and Judgment The court heard that Crowley believed the statues themselves were real and inherited. The main issue was the false paperwork used to support their origin and value. The judge stated that the dishonesty centered on the forged documents rather than the objects themselves. The valuation of the items was also reduced in court to three hundred and forty thousand pounds due to uncertainty about their authenticity. Sentencing Outcome Southwark Crown Court delivered a suspended prison sentence of two years. Crowley admitted to making false representations with the intention of gaining financially. He was also ordered to complete two hundred hours of unpaid community work and pay one thousand six hundred and thirty pounds in costs. About the Statues The Cycladic figures were around thirty centimetres tall and weighed about one kilogram each. These types of statues originate from the Cyclades islands in Greece and date back roughly three thousand years to the Bronze Age. The Anatolian stargazer figure is linked to ancient regions of modern day Turkey and is also considered highly collectible when genuine.
Fake ancient statues scam stopped after forensic check exposed forged paperwork
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Major Waste Crime Sites Identified Authorities have published a new national watchlist highlighting illegal waste activity across England. The list includes 117 high priority sites linked to serious environmental concerns. Among them, 28 locations stand out as illegal waste super sites. Each of these contains more than 20,000 tonnes of dumped material. Officials estimate that around 700 illegal waste sites exist in total, but only the most urgent cases appear in the new list. The aim is to improve transparency and show where action is already underway. Largest Site Reaches 281,000 Tonnes The biggest site recorded is in Northwich, Cheshire. It holds about 281,000 tonnes of contaminated soil. This makes it the largest illegal waste site currently tracked. Investigations earlier this year had already identified similar large scale dumping issues in the same area. Other High Volume Locations Across England Several other major sites appear on the watchlist. These include locations in Wigan and Sheffield, which together hold close to 40,000 tonnes of waste. Additional large sites are spread across the country. Examples include Burnley, Retford, Scunthorpe, and St Austell, each holding between 50,000 and 99,000 tonnes. Other significant locations include areas in Suffolk, Essex, West Sussex, Cambridgeshire, and Worcestershire. One site in Pershore contains up to 199,000 tonnes of waste. Clean Up Work Already Underway Cleanup operations are already taking place at selected locations such as Hoads Wood in Kent and Kidlington in Oxfordshire. These sites were chosen because they pose serious environmental risks and affect nearby communities. Authorities confirm that cleanup decisions depend on strict risk based criteria set by the government. Funding Limits Slow Wider Action While some sites receive government funded cleanup support, many others remain without immediate action. Officials explain that limited funding restricts large scale removal work. As a result, only the most dangerous or high impact sites are prioritized. The Environment Agency continues to monitor all listed locations and respond where risks escalate.
Nearly 30 Illegal Waste Super Sites Identified Across England in New Watchlist
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UK Heatwave Brings Rising Temperatures and Health Alerts Across England and Wales Temperatures Climb Across the UK Several parts of the United Kingdom recorded warm weather as temperatures continued to rise. Coningsby and Kew Gardens both reached 28.3C. Wellesbourne recorded 28.2C, showing similar heat levels across central and southern regions. Cardiff reached 25.8C. This made it the warmest day of the year so far for Wales. Scotland and Northern Ireland stayed cooler. Temperatures there stayed between 17C and 22C due to cloud cover. Health Alerts Issued Across England The UK Health Security Agency issued amber heat health alerts for the Midlands, eastern England, and south east England. Officials raised these warnings from yellow earlier in the day. An amber alert signals possible pressure on health and social care services. It also highlights higher risk for children and people aged over 65. Other parts of England remain under a yellow alert. This means vulnerable people may still face health impacts from the heat. Heatwave Conditions Expected Meteorologists expect some areas to reach heatwave levels by midweek. A heatwave is declared when temperatures stay above a local threshold for three straight days. Conditions are expected to remain more moderate in northern regions due to cloud cover. Travel and Event Safety Advice Wembley Stadium has advised football fans attending English Football League play off finals to stay cautious. Organizers recommend light clothing, regular hydration, and protection from direct sun exposure.
UK Heatwave Brings Rising Temperatures and Health Alerts Across England and Wales
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Government Reviews Teen Rape Sentences After Public Outcry
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