Counter-terror inquiry reopened into incendiary device at Nigel Farage's home
Counter-terror police in London have reopened an inquiry into an incident at Nigel Farage's home in April 2025, after a new line of inquiry was identified. The case involves what Farage described as a lit incendiary device being pushed through his letterbox at his London property. Police have also referred themselves to the police watchdog over how the original investigation was handled.Farage said at a press conference on Monday that the incident was directly linked to the murder of Ann Widdecombe, although he said he could not say more at this stage. He also said counter-terrorism officers had made mistakes,... [Continue Reading]
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Leeds man jailed over abuse campaign against 117 victims worldwide
Justin Swaddle, a man from Leeds, has been sentenced to two years in prison after a National Crime Agency investigation into a campaign of abuse linked to a Com group. The NCA said Swaddle forced more than 100 victims into sexual activity and self-harm, including cases where victims carved his online username into their bodies. Investigators said Swaddle, who was 17 at the time of the offending, was active across Snapchat, Telegram and Discord using usernames including "Epstein", "Rugen" and "Moscow". West Yorkshire Police first arrested him in October 2023 for offences including possession, making and distribution of indecent images.... [Continue Reading]
Sydney Airport near-miss prompts investigations and staff stand-downs
Two airport workers have been stood down after a near-miss at Sydney Airport in which two passenger aircraft came within metres of each other on the tarmac. The incident involved a Jetstar flight preparing to depart for the Gold Coast and a Qatar Airways aircraft being towed across the airport. A Jetstar crew member was injured when the aircraft braked abruptly to avoid a collision.Federal Transport Minister Catherine King is due to meet Airservices Australia chief executive Rob Sharp in Canberra, as emergency meetings are held over the incident. The Australian Transport Safety Bureau is leading the investigation, while Airservices... [Continue Reading]
Trump threatens leakers as reports of US munitions shortages deepen amid Iran war
President Donald Trump has escalated his public response to reports that US munitions stocks may be under strain during the war with Iran. In a post on his Truth Social platform, he said the United States has a vast supply of munitions and threatened jail terms for people he described as leakers. He also said large amounts were being manufactured and shipped as needed, rejecting the suggestion that the military was running short.The latest reporting said Trump asked Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth about the issue at a cabinet meeting at Camp David last Friday, with the Washington Post citing two... [Continue Reading]
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Israeli raid in Qalandiya refugee camp injures at least 51 Palestinians
Israeli forces carried out a large-scale raid in the Qalandiya refugee camp in the occupied West Bank, injuring at least 51 Palestinians, according to the Jerusalem Governorate. The operation also led to detentions, road closures and reported restrictions on medical access in the area near Jerusalem. The camp and surrounding localities have been the focus of repeated security operations in recent months.The Palestine Red Crescent Society said 35 people were hospitalised after severe beatings, while six others were treated at the scene. It said one person was hit by a rubber-coated steel bullet and six more suffered tear gas inhalation.... [Continue Reading]
US probes possible Iranian-linked cyberattacks on water systems in seven states
US authorities are investigating reported cyberattacks on water systems in Minnesota and six other states, after officials said some of the activity disrupted water operations. Minnesota first reported that more than 30 of its state water systems had faced what it described as a coordinated cyberattack. Days later, the FBI said cyberattacks had been reported in seven states, widening the scope of the inquiry.The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency is reportedly examining whether there is a possible Iranian connection to the Minnesota attacks, according to US media reports. The agency has not commented publicly on the reported probe. US... [Continue Reading]


