Pair charged over €87,000 cocaine seizure in Dublin city centre – The Irish Times

A sophisticated cocaine trafficking operation led by antiques dealer Nathan Samuels, 57, was dismantled in London, serving over 10,000 clients with high-purity cocaine. Six gang members were arrested and sentenced, including Samuels, who received nine years, while his son received three and a half years, highlighting the police's commitment to combatting organized crime. Want More Context? 🔎

Irene Gu, a 23-year-old influencer in Taipei, was allegedly murdered by her boyfriend, surnamed Liu, after he blocked her car and dragged her into a stairwell, where he slit her throat. The couple had a troubled relationship, with Gu filing a domestic violence complaint against Liu shortly before her death, and he was later arrested and confessed to the crime. Want More Context? 🔎

The head of a decapitated man found in Lisbon was handed to police by a student who is now charged with aggravated homicide and desecration of a corpse. The student confessed to the murder, claiming he had only met the victim hours prior, while investigations confirmed the head and body belonged to the same individual, with no clear motive established. Want More Context? 🔎

A TUI flight from Corfu to Birmingham experienced a terrifying incident when a tire exploded during takeoff, causing significant vibrations and fear among passengers, including Kris Sadler and his family. Emergency crews were on standby upon landing, and although the situation was alarming, the pilot managed a safe touchdown, prompting relief and cheers from the passengers. Want More Context? 🔎

Haroon Aswat, a 50-year-old convicted Al Qaeda member, may soon be released from a psychiatric hospital in the UK without a formal risk assessment, despite being linked to the 7/7 bombings and having previously served time in the US for terrorism-related charges. A psychiatrist's report indicates he poses a risk of Islamic violent extremism, yet UK law prevents a formal terror risk assessment during his detention. Want More Context? 🔎

A British man, 38, died shortly after undergoing a hair transplant at the CINIK clinic in Istanbul, Turkey. Following the five-hour procedure, he fell ill and was admitted to intensive care, where he later passed away, prompting an investigation into potential "reckless homicide" as Turkey remains a popular destination for cosmetic surgeries. Want More Context? 🔎