All news by author James Smith

Generous Brits wishing to give money and belongings to loved ones before they pass away have been encouraged to familiarize themselves with the government’s inheritance tax (IHT) rules.

The Netherlands has formally requested the extradition of convicted drug criminal Jos Leijdekkers, a notorious figure in international drug trafficking.

Humanitarian concerns are increasing as the airport remains the final barrier before the city of Bukavu and its population of approximately 1 million people.

A man has suffered serious facial injuries after petrol was thrown at him and lit in an alleged attack in a country park in south east London.

Ukraine has stated that "significant" damage has been caused after Russia targeted Chernobyl with a "high explosive drone".

Over 4,300 potential victims were saved by Operation Level Up intervention before millions could be lost to fraud.

Federal prosecutors dropped bribery and fraud charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams, pointing to his support for the deportation of illegal immigrants. The case may be reconsidered after the 2025 election.

A man has been found guilty of the rape and murder of Irish backpacker Danielle McLaughlin in 2017.

The future of additional projects is uncertain after it was discovered that the Rosebank and Jackdaw licenses had been granted unlawfully.

Madden spent 31 months in prison due to his connections to a company founded by Jordan Belfort, known as The Wolf of Wall Street.

Charity claims it has implemented significant changes to ensure its future as the Guardian discovers it spent £100m more than it raised over the past six years.

Violence erupted at the party in Stockton when an armed gang shot and stabbed guests, leaving some in need of surgery, following a disagreement between two party-goers.

Freedom of Information Act disclosures reveal the extent of the speeding issue on Britain’s roads, with nearly half of UK police forces recording drivers reaching 90mph on 30mph roads.

An NHS worker who got into a fight with a hospital security guard after telling him ’don’t get your mother’s knickers in a twist’ has won almost £20,000.

Tens of thousands of U.S. civil servants were approved to accept a buyout from Donald Trump’s administration on Wednesday after a federal judge authorized the unprecedented downsizing initiative to move forward.

A mother-of-four shot all her daughters, leaving three of them dead and one fighting for her life, and then turned the gun on herself.

Football fans will be banned from drinking alcohol in Saudi Arabia during the 2034 World Cup – without any exceptions.

With Elon Musk’s understanding of technology and his obvious preference to cheap but sophisticated unmanned systems, one can hope that he will soon turn his ire to America’s budget-busting carrier force.

The U.S., U.K., and Australia target a Russian-based bulletproof hosting provider with sanctions, for its critical role in facilitating cybercriminal activities, including major ransomware attacks.

A recent U.S. sanctions notice has put the spotlight on an alleged narcotics ring from the small Baltic country, which purportedly includes a previously-convicted trafficker dubbed a “global kingpin” of the trade.

Elizabeth Genia was appointed governor of the Bank of Papua New Guinea despite fighting in court to block a police investigation into suspected money laundering. She has not been charged.

A London train station was named one of the best stations in Europe – the only UK station to make the top 10 list.

A mum who dragged a rival parent to the ground and repeatedly kicked her in the face outside a primary school has avoided jail.