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Summary James Williamson, 44, has been charged with aggravated animal cruelty after allegedly killing his Chihuahua puppy by cooking it in an oven due to its excessive barking during an argument with a family member. Neighbors reported hearing yelps, prompting police to investigate, where they found the deceased dog with severe burns in the driveway. Williamson's bond is set at $15,000, and if convicted, he will be prohibited from owning animals; police advocate for stronger...

Summary During his visit to Canada, King Charles III delivered a Speech from the Throne on May 27, 2025, where he defended Canada's sovereignty amid President Donald Trump's threats to annex the country. Without directly naming Trump, Charles emphasized that Canada can build a strong economy and new alliances by staying true to its values, stating, "The True North is indeed strong and free." Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney supported the King's stance, highlighting the...

A security guard, Morenikeji Adewole, 47, is on trial for allegedly raping a 19-year-old woman near Heaven nightclub in Soho, London, on November 1, 2024. The court heard that Adewole used a fake ID to obtain his job and provided a false name to police upon his arrest. While he admits to having sexual activity with the woman, he denies penetration, claiming she was intoxicated and had initially misrepresented her age, and he was aware...

Ealing Council has issued a warning after two individuals died from taking unidentified blue pills in Southall over the Bank Holiday weekend. They emphasized the dangers of consuming illegal drugs, urging anyone feeling unwell after taking substances to seek immediate medical attention. This incident follows earlier warnings about dangerous drugs, including synthetic cathinones, which have been linked to fatalities, and highlights the importance of being cautious due to the unpredictable effects of such substances. Full...

A coalition of 17 EU countries, including France, Germany, and Spain, has condemned Hungary's new law permitting the government to ban public Pride events, citing concerns over human rights violations and the use of facial recognition technology to identify participants. Hungary's constitutional amendment prioritizes children's rights over the right to assemble, criminalizing the depiction of homosexuality to minors. Despite the law, this year's Budapest Pride is still planned to proceed, amidst fears of police fines...

A British couple was arrested at Valencia Airport in Spain for attempting to smuggle 32kg of cannabis, valued at £320,000, in vacuum-sealed bags within their suitcases. Their nervous behavior during customs inspection raised suspicions, leading to the discovery of the drugs on May 5, after they had flown from Thailand, which recently decriminalized cannabis. This incident reflects a growing trend of UK nationals being detained abroad for drug smuggling, with over 50 British citizens arrested...