Rising number of women stopped and searched by police in England and Wales

A longstanding clothing retailer, Winfields Outdoors, has closed six of its seven stores after entering administration, leaving only its flagship location in Haslingden, Lancashire, operational. The closures, attributed to challenges from the pandemic and the cost of living crisis, have drawn lament from locals, as over 13,000 high street shops shut down in 2024 alone. Despite these setbacks, Winfields confirmed it will continue online sales, reassuring customers of its ongoing service amidst the difficult retail...

David Solomon warns of trade war risksDavid Solomon, CEO of Goldman Sachs, has indicated that the likelihood of a US recession has “increased” due to Donald Trump’s tariffs. He emphasized that the escalating trade war presents “material risks” for both US and global economic growth. Solomon cautioned that the growing uncertainty surrounding the impact of these tariffs could negatively affect companies and consumers, potentially leading to significant economic disruption. Full Article

A man in his 50s was arrested in Okehampton, Devon, after allegedly threatening people with an axe at the White Hart Hotel, a Wetherspoon pub, around 6pm on Sunday. Devon and Cornwall Police responded to the scene, and although the suspect fled before their arrival, a police helicopter was deployed to search for him. He was apprehended around 8:50pm on suspicion of making threats to kill and possessing an offensive weapon, with no injuries reported...

Millions of families in the UK will receive their Child Benefit payments earlier this month due to the upcoming Easter bank holidays on April 18 and April 21. Child Benefit, which provides financial support to parents or guardians for children under 16 and those under 20 in approved education, is not means-tested and is paid approximately every four weeks. This year, payments for Child Benefit, Universal Credit, and other benefits like Personal Independence Payment and...

A former British military intelligence officer has warned that China is preparing for an invasion of Taiwan, predicting it could occur within the next two years. Philip Ingram MBE noted that China's military drills and the construction of "invasion barges" signal a serious intent, likening the situation to Russia's buildup before its attack on Ukraine. He emphasized that the development of these logistical capabilities indicates that a decision to invade has likely already been made,...

Summary Convicted killer John Mansfield was found dead at HMP Whitemoor near March, Cambridgeshire, on April 13. Mansfield, who was serving a life sentence for the 2006 murder of his 63-year-old neighbor Ann Alfanso, had a history of violence, including a second life sentence in 2014 for stabbing another inmate. A 44-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murdering Mansfield, and an investigation by the police is ongoing. Full Article