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High Court Rejects Challenge to Met Police's Live Facial Recognition Use

The High Court has dismissed a challenge against the Metropolitan Police's use of live facial recognition technology, allowing its continued deployment amid concerns over misidentification and discrimination.

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Getty Images A facial recognition system is deployed by the Metropolitan Police at Oxford Circus on May 13, 2025 in London, England. According to Metropolitan Police, live facial recognition (LFR) technology is used to find wanted criminals on watch-lists, detect and prevent crime, as well as to safeguard or identify vulnerable people. Critics of the technology have raised concerns over privacy issues on how the data will be stored and used. (Photo by Leon Neal/Getty Images)

Investigation Launched into US Officials' Role in Fatal Mexico Crash

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has ordered an investigation into the role of two US officials who died in a crash during a counter-narcotics operation in Chihuahua, highlighting concerns over unauthorized joint operations and sovereignty.

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Reuters A suspected clandestine methamphetamine processing lab, according to the Attorney General's Office of Chihuahua, discovered during an operation by Mexican authorities in a mountainous area near Guachochi, in Chihuahua state, Mexico, in this handout photo distributed on April 18, 2026.

Nigeria Charges Six with Treason Over 2025 Independence Day Coup Plot

Six Nigerians, including a retired major general and a police inspector, face treason charges for a 2025 coup attempt against President Bola Tinubu. A former minister remains at large amid allegations of terrorism and money laundering.

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Getty Images Nigeria President Bola Tinubu in a white robe waves his hands during a presidential parade at Eagles square, Abuja - 2024

Man Admits Religious Aggravated Rape of Sikh Woman in Walsall Home

John Ashby pleaded guilty to religiously aggravated rape and assault of a Sikh woman in Walsall after initially denying charges at Birmingham Crown Court.

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PA Media Birmingham Crown Court is a large red brick building with steps leading up to an entrance covered by a large porch. There are trees and bushes either side of the entrance and to the right is a large stone grey statue depicting three heads on top of one another, getting smaller as they go up

17-Year-Old Pleads Guilty to Arson at Kenton United Synagogue

A 17-year-old boy pleaded guilty to arson not endangering life after throwing an accelerant-filled bottle through a window at Kenton United Synagogue in London. Minor damage occurred and no injuries were reported. A 19-year-old man was released on bail.

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BBC Police officers patrol at a cordon near to an incident at the Kenton United Synagogue in Harrow

Trump Expects Fed Chair Warsh to Cut Rates, Voices Views on Iran Ceasefire and Tim Cook

President Trump expressed disappointment if Fed chair nominee Kevin Warsh does not cut rates quickly. Warsh faces Senate scrutiny amid investigations. Trump opposes extending Iran ceasefire, praises Apple CEO Tim Cook, and participates in a Bible reading event. Other political updates include res...

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Kevin Warsh speaking at the Sohn Investment Conference in New York

Two Men Convicted for 2024 Drive-By Shooting Killing Woman Outside North London Church

Two men were convicted for the 2024 drive-by shooting outside a north London church that killed Michelle Sadio and injured two others during a wake.

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O'Neill Calls for Government Clarity on Police Ombudsman Security Claims

Michelle O'Neill calls for government clarity on claims that former police ombudsman Marie Anderson was appointed despite security concerns, amid ongoing vetting reviews and political debate.

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BBC Michelle O'Neill has blond hair down to her shoulders, brown eyes and is wearing a purple top

Court Rejects Legal Challenge to Belfast Council's Irish Language Policy

The High Court dismissed a legal challenge by TUV's Ann McClure against Belfast City Council's Irish language policy, citing procedural issues but upholding most decisions, including the Palestinian flag flying at City Hall.

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Getty Images A white bilingual street sign in Irish and English. It is on a red brick wall that is partially painted blue. Some barbed wire can be seen on the wall above the sign.

Four Labour Activists Charged Over Alleged Vote Rigging in Candidate Selection

Four Labour activists, including Joel Bodmer, have been charged following an investigation into alleged manipulation of a party database to influence candidate selection in Croydon East. The selection process was halted in November 2023 due to irregularities.

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PA Media A black ballot box, tied with yellow plastic tags. Beside it lies a calculator, and on top, a number of slips.

Eight Additional Arrests Made Following London Arson Attacks

Eight more people have been arrested in connection with London arson attacks, including seven for an alleged plot targeting the Jewish community. Details are still emerging.

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Ex-official says No 10 showed 'dismissive attitude' in Mandelson vetting process

Sir Olly Robbins defends his approval of Lord Mandelson's security clearance, citing pressure from Downing Street and a dismissive attitude toward vetting. MPs hear that concerns raised did not relate to Epstein but remain undisclosed.

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UK Parliament Sir Olly Robbins appearing before the Foreign Affairs Committee. He wears a black jacket, white shirt and black spotted tie.

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