Year: 2026

Police have issued a warning to those sheltering Emmanuel Sakyi, who was convicted of causing his seven-month-old daughter’s death by dangerous driving. Sakyi, 31, is currently wanted after missing sentencing, while a 40-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of assisting him.

A mother in New South Wales has been charged with murder after the body of her four-year-old son was discovered at their home, amid allegations of cannibalism.

Serbia will host EXPO 2027, with 140 countries already signed up. Key topics at a recent Brussels conference included preparations for the event and Serbia’s EU accession talks, attended by prominent officials, including former Prime Minister Ana Brnabić, who addressed Serbia’s support for Ukraine amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.

GUAM EVACUATIONS
Evacuations in Guam proceed as super Typhoon Bavi approaches with record-breaking winds. Authorities issue safety warnings amid severe weather conditions impacting the region.

Nigel Farage reportedly failed to disclose financial support from convicted fraudster George Cottrell, covering security and staff, prior to his election. Cottrell, jailed in 2017 for money laundering, allegedly provided benefits exceeding £300, prompting calls for an investigation from MP Josh Babarinde.

Three individuals sustained injuries in an alleged weapon assault near Beacon Hill Park in Victoria, with two requiring hospitalisation. Authorities are investigating the incident, while the condition of the injured parties remains unspecified.

President Trump delivered a July 4th address in Washington, D.C., celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence. The speech, which followed a weather-induced evacuation, honoured veterans and included political commentary on communism, while promoting the SAVE America ACT aimed at election integrity.

Wiltshire Police have initiated a murder investigation after a two-car collision on the B4696 resulted in the death of Barbara Mullaney, 70, and serious injuries to a teenage passenger. The 43-year-old driver of the other vehicle has been re-arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder.

A 17-year-old British tourist has been declared brain dead after a fall from a hotel balcony in Halandri, Athens, while police investigate the incident.

Thousands protested across France following the rape and murder of 11-year-old Lyhanna, demanding urgent government action against sexual violence. Criticism centred on systemic failures in the justice system, with Justice Minister Gerald Darmanin pledging to review 70,000 unresolved child abuse cases by mid-July.