Rapist jailed after 'cold case' evidence provides key clues after west London attacks
Victims' matching testimonies led to Simon Charles being brought to justice for rape after inviting victims to his home under false pretenses. [ more ]
Appeals court dismisses lawsuit over 2020 fatal police shooting in Brookline
Officers involved in the shooting of Juston Root, who had a BB gun, were cleared of criminal charges in the wrongful death lawsuit due to their perceived reasonable actions. [ more ]
Elite NJ private school reveals disturbing verse scrawled on wall that led to school's mystery closure
A New Jersey school closed due to racist graffiti, stating threats towards Black and Hispanic individuals, prompting security measures and police involvement. [ more ]
Threats made to school staff after pupil's Ban the hijab' banner displayed
The 'Ban the hijab' banner at Greatfields School was not sanctioned, causing staff threats. It was a Year 10 art project meant to generate debate. [ more ]
Elite NJ private school closes Wednesday after 'threatening' racist graffiti found in bathroom
Elite private school in NJ closed due to threatening message targeting black and Hispanic communities; previous racism scandal involved students sharing offensive language. [ more ]
Bloodied man walks into a Brooklyn hospital with gunshot wound, dies minutes later * Brooklyn Paper
Brooklyn detectives are investigating a deadly shooting where the victim walked into a hospital after being dropped off by an unidentified group in a dark-colored sedan. [ more ]
Fifth person arrested in killing of 51-year-old Long Beach veteran
Authorities arrested a fifth person in connection with the murder of a Long Beach veteran, indicating ongoing gang-related violence investigations. [ more ]
Tesla Autopilot investigation closed after feds find 13 fatal crashes related to misuse | TechCrunch
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration closed an investigation into Tesla's Autopilot driver assistance system but opened a new one to assess the effectiveness of a recall fix. [ more ]
Man, 50, taken to hospital after stabbing near park in Sidcup
A 50-year-old man was hospitalized after a stabbing near Parish Park in Sidcup. Police are investigating, and the victim's injuries are deemed non-life threatening. [ more ]
Canadian charity says aid truck bombed in Gaza in 'targeted' attack | CBC News
IDRF's water aid truck in Gaza was bombed, prompting calls for a federal investigation into the incident as it raises concerns about targeting of the international aid community. [ more ]
Police to announce arrests in $24M Pearson airport gold and cash heist | CBC News
Arrests are imminent in the case of a $24 million gold and cash heist at Toronto's Pearson airport, with a joint investigation by Peel Regional Police and the ATF. [ more ]
Met Police apologises to Stephen Lawrence's mother for breaking promise to answer questions over investigation
The Metropolitan Police apologized to Baroness Lawrence for failing to provide promised information on a new suspect in Stephen Lawrence's murder case. [ more ]
Man, in his 20s, found with stab injury after a fight on a busy Finsbury Park road
Emergency services responded to a stabbing incident on Seven Sisters Road in Finsbury Park, victim in mid-20s with non-life-threatening injuries. [ more ]
Teen found with knife injuries to his face and hands near train station in Harrow
Police responded to a stabbing incident at Harrow on the Hill train station, where an 18-year-old man was found with knife injuries to his face and hands. [ more ]
'Ban the hijab' banner outside school was pupil's art project
The school apologizes for a 'Ban the hijab' banner put up by a student for a conceptual art project, emphasizing their inclusive values and investigating the incident. [ more ]
Europe to suspend TikTok rewards program, open fresh probe
TikTok faces a second investigation by the European Union for failing to comply with the Digital Services Act, specifically regarding its rewards program. [ more ]
EU opens probe of TikTok Lite, citing concerns about addictive design | TechCrunch
The European Union launches a second formal investigation into TikTok over potential DSA violations, focusing on mental health risks posed by the TikTok Lite app. [ more ]
The article reports on the fatal shooting of a 17-year-old boy in East Oakland with an ongoing investigation and reward money for information. [ more ]
Former student describes brutal culture of anti-LGBTQ+ bullying at Nex Benedict's high school
The Human Rights Campaign's new ad sheds light on the culture of anti-LGBTQ+ bullying at Owasso High School, following the tragic death of trans teen Nex Benedict. [ more ]
NFL Clears Ravens WR Zay Flowers Following Domestic Violence Allegation
The NFL cleared Baltimore Ravens WR Zay Flowers of domestic violence allegations due to insufficient evidence, allowing him to participate in all team activities. [ more ]
Brooklyn Diocese reaches sexual abuse settlement with Attorney General Letitia James * Brooklyn Paper
A secular monitor will oversee the Roman Catholic Diocese of Brooklyn's compliance with new sexual abuse policies based on a settlement agreement with NY Attorney General. [ more ]
Fire recruit killed on freeway had been in collision before exiting vehicle, CHP says
A Los Angeles Fire Department recruit, Jacob Fuerte, was fatally struck on the 101 Freeway while en route to training, causing multiple injuries and investigations. [ more ]
Motorcyclist killed on M25 was 'beautiful' teenager due to be married
Motorcyclist Andrina Everett tragically killed in collision with car on M25, remembered as a loving daughter, sister, fiancee, and friend who enjoyed riding her motorbike. [ more ]
Shooters on scooters gun down 4 people in New York City, killing 1, police say; suspect in custody
Authorities in New York City reported a shooting incident involving scooter riders, resulting in one fatality and three injuries. Police are investigating the incident to determine the motive. [ more ]
Woman taken to hospital following fire in a converted house
Fire in a converted house caused damage to a first-floor flat, resulting in a woman hospitalized for smoke inhalation. Firefighters recommend home safety checks for avoiding fire hazards. [ more ]