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Cliff Notes – Scum targeted the elderly and donated to Reform UK A gang led by David Clarkson, targeting mainly elderly victims, has been sentenced for a £6m investment scam involving forged documents and impersonation of insurance brokers. Police recovered over £2m of the stolen money, while several perpetrators, including Lillian Milner and her husband, received varying prison sentences for conspiracy to defraud and money laundering. Fraudsters who targeted more than 150 victims in £6m investment scam jailed | UK News Fraudsters who targeted more than 150 mainly elderly victims in a £6m investment scam have been jailed. Police said…

Cliff Notes – Declan Rice Euro 2024 final defeat affected Arsenal form Declan Rice expressed that England’s Euro 2024 final loss to Spain had a significant mental impact, affecting his performance at the start of the season. He is determined to push himself this year, aiming for a strong start after a full preseason, and is focused on increasing his contributions in terms of goals and assists. Declan Rice: Euro 2024 final defeat affected Arsenal form Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice has revealed how deeply England’s Euro 2024 final defeat to Spain affected him — but vowed he is ready to…

Cliff Notes – Completely free streamer boasts one of Britain’s best sci-fi shows ever Kanopy offers a vast selection of free content, including acclaimed series like Misfits, which has a 92% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Misfits follows a group of young offenders who gain superpowers after a storm, using them for personal gain rather than heroism. The show has garnered a dedicated fanbase, praised for its edgy humour and relatable characters, making it a standout in the superhero genre. Completely free streamer boasts one of Britain’s ‘best sci-fi shows ever’ Looking for something ‘super’ to watch? We’ve got you covered…

Cliff Notes Vanessa Whyte (45) and her children, Sara (13) and James Rutledge (14), were identified as the victims of a tragic shooting in Maguiresbridge, County Fermanagh. A male member of the same household was seriously injured; police have initiated a murder investigation and are seeking public assistance. Local clubs mourn the loss of the victims, highlighting their involvement in community sports, while officials express shock over the incident in the quiet rural area. Two children and mother who died in Northern Ireland shooting named | UK News Two children and a woman who died in a shooting in County…

Cliff Notes Corey Dryden, 32, was sentenced to a minimum of 18 years for murdering his partner Megan Hughes, 31, by stabbing her 27 times in February 2023. The court heard Dryden exhibited unstable behaviour leading up to the attack, including threatening conduct and crying during police interviews, asserting he “did really love her.” Dryden claimed to have blacked out during the murder, which was described by authorities as a “sustained and savage attack,” ultimately depriving Hughes’ family of the opportunity to say goodbye. Man who stabbed Megan Hughes 27 times in fatal attack jailed for murder | UK News…

Cliff Notes – Chelsea pushing for Xavi Simons transfer from RB Leipzig sources Chelsea are intensifying their efforts to sign RB Leipzig midfielder Xavi Simons, who is reportedly open to the move. Leipzig, having recently signed Simons for €50 million, are willing to sell and expect a fee exceeding €60 million for the 21-year-old. Chelsea pushing for Xavi Simons transfer from RB Leipzig James OlleyJul 24, 2025, 09:35 AMCloseJames Olley is a senior soccer writer for ESPN.com. Read his archive here and follow him on Twitter: @JamesOlley.Follow on XEmailPrintOpen Extended ReactionsXavi Simons is open to joining Chelsea from RB Leipzig…

Cliff Notes – Lego Game Boy is so accurate even the advert is the same The Lego Game Boy set, priced at £54.99, is a 1:1 recreation of the original console, complete with buildable cartridges for Super Mario Land and The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening. Lego has recreated the original US advert for the Game Boy on Instagram, showcasing its commitment to authenticity in this nostalgic set. The set will be available for pre-order online and in stores starting October 1, following a successful collaboration between Lego and Nintendo on various gaming-themed products. Lego Game Boy is so accurate…

Cliff Notes – Pant suffers foot fracture, set to miss remainder of Test series Rishabh Pant has been ruled out of the ongoing Old Trafford Test and the final Test at The Oval due to a confirmed fracture of the metatarsal bone in his right foot. The injury occurred while attempting a reverse sweep, leading to immediate swelling and Pant retiring hurt on 37 runs; he will require six-to-eight weeks of rest. Dhruv Jurel is likely to replace Pant as wicketkeeper, following his previous injury in the Lord’s Test, as the team management consults with BCCI medical staff regarding Pant’s…

American driver Jak Crawford has expressed concerns that it would be a “missed opportunity” for Cadillac if he were to win this year’s Formula 2 championship and not secure a seat with their new Formula 1 team. With the franchise set to debut as F1’s 11th team in 2026, the pressure is mounting on Cadillac to finalise its driver lineup. Jak Crawford Warns Cadillac of ‘Missed Opportunity’ for F1 Seat Currently sitting second in the Formula 2 standings, the 20-year-old Charlotte native has drawn attention for his performances in the feeder series, which acts as a support event for F1…

Cliff Notes A Russian Antonov An-24 plane with 49 people on board crashed, killing all passengers and crew, including five children. The aircraft encountered poor visibility during landing near Tynda; debris was found 15 km from the town. Efforts to recover the wreckage and assess the situation are ongoing, with emergency services deployed to the crash site. Plane with 49 people on board crashes in Russia’s far east A Russian plane carrying 49 people has crashed with no survivors, according to reports. The aircraft – which had 43 passengers, including five children, and six crew on board – was flying…