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Home Office data indicates a 7% increase in stop and search incidents involving women in England and Wales, totaling 59,549 searches for the year ending March 2024, compared to the previous year. In contrast, searches of men decreased by 2%, with 447,952 searches recorded, marking a 4% drop. This trend highlights a significant divergence in police search practices between genders, with women experiencing an uptick in searches while men face reduced scrutiny. Full Article

A new immersive virtual reality experience titled "Titanic: Echoes of the Past" allows users to explore a detailed recreation of the Titanic, highlighting both its grandeur and the tragedy of its sinking in 1912. The experience begins on a modern research vessel, leading participants 12,500 feet below the ocean to view the wreckage while narrating the stories of passengers, including William Harbeck, a cinematographer who perished during the disaster. The VR simulation emphasizes the diversity...

A major incident has been declared in Worksop, Nottinghamshire, following a suspected gas explosion that partially destroyed a terrace house on Saturday evening. Emergency services, including fire crews and the East Midlands ambulance service, evacuated nearby homes to ensure the safety of residents and to account for all individuals in the area. As of Saturday night, it was still uncertain if the explosion had resulted in any casualties. Full Article

A man allegedly stole four live canaries from Perfect Pets in Swindon by hiding them in his trousers, as captured on CCTV. The shop owner, Neil Eatwell, reported the theft, valued at £175, and suspects a woman accompanying the thief acted as a lookout. Eatwell expressed concern for the birds' well-being, noting their trusting nature and previous incidents of theft, and is collaborating with local authorities to identify the suspects based on community tips. Full...

A tragic helicopter crash occurred on April 10, 2025, in the Hudson River, claiming the lives of Siemens executive Augustin Escobar, his wife Merce Camprubi Montal, their three children aged 4, 5, and 11, and pilot Seankese Johnson. The family, visiting from Spain, was on a sightseeing flight when the helicopter broke apart midair shortly after takeoff. This incident adds to the history of helicopter accidents in New York, with at least 38 fatalities since...

SummaryA significant gas explosion occurred in Worksop, Nottinghamshire, destroying a house on John Street and damaging nearby properties. Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service responded to reports of the explosion, evacuating residents while confirming no injuries have been reported. Chief Inspector Neil Humphris stated that emergency services will remain at the scene to investigate the incident, which has been described as a major incident. Full Article