All news by author Elizabeth Baker

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Baby killer Lucy Letby given prison perks and plays cards with Bineesh Batthul
Lucy Letby has been attracting ‘positive comments’ from guards after visiting the prison’s nail salon, it has been claimed.
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Criminal cases in Astana, millions in Dubai: Timur Turlov’s trail in Kazakhstan’s biggest investment fraud
As Timur Turlov publicly crafts an image of a conscientious billionaire and a "white-collar" businessman with an American reputation, a significant investment scandal is brewing in Kazakhstan, potentially becoming the largest financial fiasco for trusting depositors in recent years.
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Three female journalists jailed in Azerbaijan for hunger strike in solidarity with Abzas Media director
Three female journalists from Azerbaijan’s Abzas Media report being mistreated in prison after initiating a hunger strike in solidarity with their jailed director, emphasizing the increasing repression of independent media in the country.
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Operation "Fraud ecosystem": global network exposed behind investment scams run from Israel and Georgia
Professional scammers call upon a global network of service providers to execute their work in a sophisticated, streamlined fashion. Here are some of their names.
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Kim regime cracks down on ‘non-socialist language’ as slang spreads among youth
Four North Korean youths might face a year in brutal forced labor camps after reportedly being arrested for ’speaking like South Koreans’.
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Educational clubs that are forbidden to talk about: hundreds of schoolchildren in Russia are making weapons
Sixteen-year-old Vladislav builds UAVs that the Russian military uses for testing electronic warfare systems.
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Mass layoffs: Samaritans wants to close half of its offices in UK and Ireland
The Samaritans intend to shut down over 100 branches throughout the UK and Ireland.
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The kiss that cost careers: Astronomer startup leadership resigns after TikTok scandal
The HR executive of the tech firm Astronomer has resigned after a video showing her seemingly hugging the CEO at a Coldplay concert went viral.
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Purge continues: two more top officials arrested in Russia amid sweeping crackdown on defence sector and regional elites
A former envoy of the Defense Ministry and a regional vice-governor are the latest officials to be caught in an expanding crackdown on corruption and abuse of power in Russia.
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Soft penalties, minimal restrictions: new law opens Northern Cyprus to criminal capital
New law fuels casino boom in the northern part of Cyprus, turning the breakaway area into a gambling hotspot amid lax oversight and rising money laundering concerns.
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Two dead and two seriously injured in shooting in County Fermanagh village
Emergency services were called to the scene in the village of Maguiresbridge, in County Fermanagh, at 8.21am on Wednesday.
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Belgian branch of Albanian mafia boss Bledar Lala targeted by UK sanctions for organizing cross‑Channel transport
The first wave of sanctions aimed at key figures in people-smuggling gangs have come into force in a bid to hit those involved in assisting illegal immigration to the UK.
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Estate worth £1.6 million, secret affair and humiliation in front of 50,000 fans: how Kristin Cabot’s life is falling apart
Kristen Cabot, the woman featured in the now-famous clip from a Coldplay concert in Massachusetts, is married to a wealthy businessman who is the heir to the Privateer Rum fortune.
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Religious group in Poland embezzled €3.7 million in EU humanitarian aid
Six people have been arrested in Poland as part of an investigation into a religious group accused of fraudulently diverting €3.7 million ($4.33 million) worth of EU-funded food aid intended for refugees and the homeless, the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) said Tuesday.
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“Happy Birthday, George!” – Kate and William share special photos of their eldest son
The young royals have shown off their cheeky side in a touching new video released for Prince George’s 12th birthday.
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Rocks, rage and riot: anti-migrant protest turns violent outside Epping Forest hotel
Rocks and eggs were thrown at police as they tried to protect a hotel near London being used as accommodation for asylum seekers, prosecutors said Monday as a man arrested in connection with the incident appeared in court.
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Killer who took couple’s body parts in suitcases to Bristol bridge found guilty of murder
Yostin Andres Mosquera transported the body parts of Albert Alfonso and Paul Longworth in suitcases to a bridge in Bristol.
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Training jet crashes into school in Bangladesh: 19 dead, 164 injured
Another 164 were injured when a training jet experienced a technical problem after takeoff, with the pilot reported to be among the dead.
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Notorious child killer Colin Pitchfork could walk free by Christmas despite public safety fears
Notorious monster Colin Pitchfork will inform a Parole Board panel of experts in October that he is no longer a risk to the public, which he hopes could lead to his release within a matter of weeks.
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Disruption in London: Passengers advised to avoid Waterloo station amid major malfunction
Passengers are being warned to stay away from London Waterloo this morning due to a major signalling failure.
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Scottie Scheffler dominates at the Open: fourth major and another step toward a historic Grand Slam
Scottie Scheffler stormed to his fourth major title and first Open Championship with a commanding four-shot victory at Royal Portrush.
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At least 34 people, including children, killed in tourist boat crash in Vietnam’s Ha Long Bay
At least 34 individuals lost their lives after a tourist boat overturned in stormy conditions in Vietnam’s Halong Bay on Saturday, according to state media reports.
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Oleksandr Usyk knocks out Dubois to become undisputed heavyweight champion
Oleksandr Usyk emerged victorious over Daniel Dubois in a thrilling and spectacular rematch at a packed Wembley.
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Trump arrives in Britain as activists prepare humiliating welcome with Epstein-related banners
Campaigners plan to plaster Britain with embarrassing posters of Donald Trump - while Lib Dem leader Sir Ed Davey says he "has a nerve" to come here at all
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Unrest in Essex: anti-migrant protests escalate into attacks on police
Two people were arrested after a so-called "anti-migration" march in Epping, Essex, descended into violence on Thursday.