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The Pentagon has confirmed that General Randy George will retire from his position with immediate effect. Reports in the United States, including from NBC News, had suggested the defence secretary moved to remove him. Officials say he had been expected to remain in the role until at least the summer. The announcement follows speculation circulating in the media over the past hour about his future in the position. US Attorney […]

Iranian media has reported on a letter from the country’s president, described as “important,” addressed to the American people. In the letter, Masoud Pezeshkian questions whether the White House is truly putting “America First” in its actions in Iran, or acting as a “proxy for Israel.” He says relations between Washington and Tehran are “misunderstood” and claims portraying Iran as a threat is inaccurate. Pezeshkian also warns that attacks on […]

Tiger Woods has pleaded not guilty to a charge of driving under the influence following a crash in Florida. The golf star was charged after attempting to overtake a truck at high speeds before rolling the Land Rover he was driving on Friday. His plea was confirmed in court documents in Martin County on the same day details of his arrest were released. A sheriff’s report said Woods had hydrocodone […]

The UN Security Council will hold an emergency session following the deaths of three peacekeepers in southern Lebanon over the past 24 hours. One was killed on Sunday and two more today. The session was requested by France. It remains unclear who was responsible for the projectile and explosion, and the UN says investigations are ongoing. A former police inspector has been found guilty of multiple sexual offences. Gerard Hutchings, […]

Police are continuing their investigation after a child died in hospital with serious injuries. Thames Valley Police said on Saturday that two people were arrested on Thursday, March the twenty sixth. A twenty seven year old man and a twenty eight year old woman from Slough were taken into custody on suspicion of murder and grievous bodily harm. Both have now been released on conditional police bail while enquiries continue, […]

Police will investigate a dangerous dog incident after a loose animal caused concern in Eton and Dorney. Thames Valley Police say the dog, described as dangerously out of control, has now been secured. Officers thanked the public for their vigilance and said significant resources were used to locate the animal amid fears for safety. It is understood the dog later found its own way home. Police have launched a murder […]

Donald Trump has criticised NATO, saying he is very disappointed the alliance has not supported the United States during the Iran conflict. He described NATO as a paper tiger and claimed it would not stand with the US in a major global conflict. He made the comments while reflecting on the ongoing war and the role of international allies. Tiger Woods has been arrested and charged with driving under the […]

The International Olympic Committee has announced it is banning transgender women from competing in all female events. The restriction applies to eligibility for any female category at the Olympic Games and other IOC competitions, including both individual and team sports. The policy is not retroactive and does not apply to grassroots or recreational programmes. The IOC says the decision is intended to protect fairness, safety and integrity within female sport. […]

The father of a university student killed trying to protect her friend has criticised the handling of post-mortem tests at a public inquiry. Valdo Calocane stabbed to death Barnaby Webber and Grace O'Malley-Kumar on 13 June 2023, before killing Ian Coates and attempting to attack three others. The Nottingham Inquiry heard that Calocane refused consent for toxicology tests while in custody. On Wednesday, Grace's father Dr Sanjoy Kumar described it […]