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Police Scotland examining visits by Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Jeffrey Epstein to Balmoral
Law enforcement officials confirm inquiries are at an early stage following information received regarding stays at the Scottish estate.
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Mother Delivers Impact Statement in NSW Supreme Court as Child Murder Sentencing Resumes
The mother of a two-year-old boy murdered on the New South Wales Mid North Coast has spoken in court during her former partner's sentencing hearing.
World
Victoria's Supreme Court Rejects Appeal by Convicted Mushroom Poisoner
The Court of Appeal dismissed Erin Patterson's bid to overturn her murder convictions and upheld the Director of Public Prosecutions' challenge to her non‑parole period, meaning she will remain in prison for life.
World
Philippine Authorities Secure Warrant to Inspect Devices Linked to Thomas Markle Sr
Law enforcement officers in Cebu have obtained judicial approval to examine computers, phones, and storage media handed over by Thomas Markle Jr.
Australia
Police Colleague Contacted Accused Officer via Instagram Prior to Surrender in Sydney Murder Trial
A New South Wales Supreme Court trial hears details of police contact, phone calls and a friend's testimony regarding the days following the deaths of Jesse Baird and Luke Davies.
Australia
Queensland police staff member sentenced for antisemitic posts on Threads
Former protective services employee Muamer Nukic received a nine‑month good‑behaviour bond and a $1,000 fine after pleading guilty to 41 counts of using a carriage service to menace, harass or cause offence.
World
South Carolina police close local probe into Hayden Panettiere’s accidental overdose
Greenville authorities say the investigation is finished after a coroner ruled the actress’s death accidental; federal inquiries may still be ongoing.
World
Two Spanish high‑speed trains collide after signalling error forces one to move forward
A computer failure in the automatic signalling system led to a rear‑end collision between a Renfe service and a privately‑operated Iryo train near Mora and Orgaz, injuring passengers on both trains.
Australia
Ex‑RAAF pilot on trial for wife's death testifies to long‑term infidelity
During the Brisbane Supreme Court hearing, former RAAF pilot Robert John Crawford admitted a 20‑year pattern of affairs, while a former colleague said he had invited her to relocate to Papua New Guinea.
World
Swiss captain Xhaka and striker Embolo cleared to rejoin national team after legal resolution of forged vaccine certificate cases
The Swiss Football Association announced that Granit Xhaka and Breel Embolo are eligible for selection for the November Nations League fixtures following the completion of legal proceedings related to the use of falsified COVID‑19 vaccination documents.
Australia
Victorian Court of Appeal to rule on Erin Patterson murder convictions
The three‑judge panel will deliver its judgment on Friday, determining whether the life sentence and convictions for the 2023 mushroom poisoning case will stand.