Chongqing, a megacity in China with 30 million residents, is recognized as the world’s most surveilled city, featuring an extensive CCTV network that monitors every street and neighborhood through a grid system. The city has nearly 2.6 million cameras, equating to one for every six residents, part of a broader mass surveillance strategy by the Chinese government, which aims to enhance public safety and support the social credit system. This system is perceived positively by many citizens, who view surveillance as a service that addresses local needs, despite concerns about privacy and control.
Emergency services discovered a 53-year-old woman dead at her home in Thornaby, North Yorkshire, on Friday afternoon. A 25-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter and is currently in police custody as the investigation continues. Want More Context? 🔎
Nicola Fairley was hospitalized with botulism after receiving anti-wrinkle injections from her beautician, part of a troubling trend linked to unlicensed botox products, with 38 cases reported in the UK. The poorly regulated aesthetic industry raises concerns about safety, as many patients experience severe symptoms and complications from counterfeit substances disguised as botox. Want More Context? 🔎
Taylor Kiely, 22, was convicted of manslaughter by gross negligence after her six-month-old son, Harry, died from injuries sustained when a car driven by her drunk friend rolled over. Despite being described as a loving mother, Kiely failed to secure Harry in his car seat properly, resulting in a two-year suspended sentence for her role in the tragic incident. Want More Context? 🔎
A Royal Caribbean cruise worker, 35, fatally jumped overboard after stabbing a 28-year-old female colleague multiple times aboard the Icon of the Seas in the Bahamas; she is in stable condition. The ship turned back to recover the man, but despite CPR efforts, he was pronounced dead, prompting condolences from the cruise line, which is on a seven-day voyage returning to Miami. Want More Context? 🔎
A 67-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the 1994 death of Shona Stevens, who was found injured in Irvine, North Ayrshire, and died in the hospital three days later. Her daughter has been vocal about seeking justice, emphasizing the lasting impact of the tragedy on their lives, while police continue to investigate the case, which recently received renewed attention. Want More Context? 🔎
Metro explored the rising prices of sausage rolls in London, discovering a significant disparity among various vendors. While high-end shops like The Ginger Pig sell them for up to £7, budget options like Greggs offer them for around £1.25, with overall ingredient and operational costs driving the price increases across the board. Want More Context? 🔎