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Authorities are searching for former Gateway police chief Grant Hardin, 56, who escaped from the North Central Unit prison in Arkansas while disguised as a corrections officer. Hardin, known as the "Devil in the Ozarks," was serving a 30-year sentence for the murder of James Appleton in 2017 and had previously been convicted of rape. His escape has alarmed the community, especially Appleton's sister, Cheryl Tillman, who expressed fear over his release; the FBI is...

The trial of five players from Canada’s 2018 world junior hockey team, charged with sexual assault related to an alleged incident in a London hotel, is currently ongoing. On May 20, 2025, the Crown is set to close its case while goalie Carter Hart takes the stand to testify. Live coverage is being provided by LFP reporter Brian Williams. Full Article

The White House announced that Israel has approved a new Gaza ceasefire proposal aimed at Hamas, which is currently under review by the militant group. Despite ongoing negotiations, the humanitarian crisis in Gaza is worsening, with reports of starvation affecting one in five people and continued Israeli military operations resulting in civilian casualties. Tensions are heightened as aid distribution efforts face criticism and accusations of "systematic starvation tactics" from Jordan's Foreign Minister, while the conflict's...

The UK Attorney-General Richard Hermer has criticized Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch's proposal for Britain to leave the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR), stating that such a move would benefit adversaries like Vladimir Putin. In a lecture, Hermer emphasized the importance of adhering to international law while advocating for treaty reforms instead of outright abandonment, arguing that international law underpins state sovereignty. Despite facing criticism for prioritizing international agreements, Hermer maintains that reform is necessary...

After a years-long pause on student loan repayments, borrowers are now facing credit score declines due to missed payments, with 2.2 million seeing drops of over 100 points in early 2025. This follows the expiration of a grace period that protected borrowers from negative credit reporting, leading to increased borrowing costs and limited access to credit for many, particularly affecting those with previously good scores. Experts warn that these delinquencies may entrench financial disparities, making...

UK police have charged 53-year-old Paul Doyle with seven offences, including dangerous driving and causing grievous bodily harm with intent, for allegedly ramming a car into crowds celebrating Liverpool’s Premier League title on Monday. The incident, which occurred in the northwestern city, resulted in injuries to 79 people aged between nine and 78. Doyle has been remanded in custody and is scheduled to appear before Liverpool Magistrates’ Court on Friday, according to Merseyside Police's assistant...