Man Convicted in Chainsaw Police Attack; BBC Amidst Controversy and Custody Battles Erupt; US-Putin Talks Advance Despite Trump’s Intervention; Cost of Living Crisis Challenges Leaders; Gaza Hostage Case Stirs Debate; Labour MP Trial Raises Concerns
Man Found Guilty of Chainsaw Attack on Police Officer
A man who attempted to murder a police officer in Scotland by chasing him with a chainsaw has been found guilty.
- Man tried to murder police officer after chasing him with chainsaw — BBC News
- Man found dead in harbour was ‘greatly respected’ police constable, force says — BBC News
- Man guilty of chasing police officer with chainsaw in murder attempt — Sky News
- Man arrested in connection with massive illegal waste dump — Sky News
BBC Faces Internal Turmoil: Former Board Member Criticizes Chair’s Handling of Bias Crisis; Ex-Wife of Dubai Royal Expresses Fears Amid Escalating Custody Battle
A former BBC board member has resigned in protest over the chairperson’s response to a bias crisis at the corporation. Meanwhile, an ex-wife involved in a high-profile custody dispute with a member of the Dubai royal family voices concerns and fear of arrest as tensions escalate.
- Ex-BBC board member criticised chair’s handling of bias crisis in resignation letter — BBC News
- Ex-wife of Dubai royal says she fears arrest as custody battle escalates — BBC News
Ukraine and US Reach ‘Understanding’ on Peace Plan Amid Trump’s Envoy Meeting with Putin
Ukraine has reportedly reached an ‘understanding’ on a peace plan with the United States, while Donald Trump announced that his envoy will meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow to discuss potential negotiations.
- Ukraine says ‘understanding’ reached with US on peace plan, as Trump says his envoy will meet Putin in Moscow — BBC News
- Ukraine says ‘understanding’ reached with US on peace plan, as Trump says his envoy will meet Putin — BBC News
Reeves Promises ‘Fair and Necessary Choices’ Amid Cost of Living Crisis
In the November 2025 budget, Rachel Reeves pledges to implement ‘fair and necessary choices’ to address the escalating cost-of-living crisis. The Chancellor emphasizes targeted action and equitable policies aimed at alleviating financial burdens on British households.
Israel and Red Cross Receive Coffin Said to Contain Gaza Hostage’s Body
The BBC reports that both Israel and the International Committee of the Red Cross have received a coffin believed to contain the body of a hostage from Gaza, following negotiations between Israeli authorities and Hamas.
- Israel receives coffin that Hamas says contains Gaza hostage’s body — BBC News
- Red Cross receives coffin said to contain Gaza hostage’s body — BBC News
Lawyers and Former Ministers Express ‘Profound Concerns’ Over Labour MP’s Trial
Prominent lawyers and former ministers have voiced deep apprehensions regarding the upcoming trial of a Labour MP, highlighting significant concerns about the case’s implications.
Thai Woman’s Cremation Interrupted by Knocking on Coffin
The cremation of a Thai woman was halted after staff at the temple heard knocking sounds coming from her coffin. The incident prompted an investigation into what caused the disturbance during the funeral rites.
- Thai woman’s cremation stopped after knocking heard on coffin — BBC News
- Thai woman’s cremation stopped as knocking on coffin heard, temple staff say — BBC News
Children of Murder Victim Muriel McKay Lose Bid to Scan Garden for Her Remains
The children of Muriel McKay, murdered in her garden, have lost their bid to scan the property where remains are believed to be buried. The court rejected their request for a soil scan.
- Children of murder victim Muriel McKay lose bid to scan garden where remains are thought to be buried — Sky News
- Children of murdered Muriel McKay lose bid to scan garden for her remains — Sky News
Murder suspect’s stated intent was to deal drugs, not kill
Police apprehended a murder suspect who claimed the plan was to distribute illegal substances rather than commit homicide. The individual allegedly intended to sell the narcotics found in the victim’s home.
- Murder suspect says plan was ‘to steal drugs’ not kill — BBC News
- Murder suspect says plan was ‘to deal drugs’ not kill — BBC News
Venezuela Demands International Airlines Resume Flights
Venezuela has called on international airlines to resume flights to the country or face consequences, amid ongoing travel restrictions due to political instability.
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