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Nursery Worker Jailed for 3+ Years After 14-Month-Old's Death in Care

Kimberley Cookson was sentenced to over three years for gross negligence manslaughter after 14-month-old Noah Sibanda died in her care at Fairytales Day Nursery. The nursery was fined £240,000 and its owner received a suspended sentence.

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Victims Condemn 'Insulting' Sentences for Abusive Foster Carer and Son

Victims of abuse by foster carer Jennifer Robertson and her son Steven condemn their sentences as "utterly insulting," highlighting the profound and lasting impact of their crimes.

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US Congress Approves 10-Day Extension of Surveillance Law Amid GOP Disputes

US Congress passed a 10-day extension of the FISA surveillance law amid Republican disputes, with privacy advocates pushing for warrant requirements on Americans' communications.

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Daniel Kinahan Arrested in Dubai Over Serious Organised Crime Charges

Daniel Kinahan, in his 40s, was arrested in Dubai on 15 April under an Irish court warrant for alleged serious organised crime offences, as part of efforts to tackle international crime.

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Olly Robbins and Mandelson Vetting: What Happened and Who Was Informed?

The controversy over Peter Mandelson's vetting raises questions about who knew about his security clearance failure. While the prime minister claims ministers were uninformed, insiders suggest political complicity and defend Olly Robbins' role in the process.

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How Developed Vetting Works and Consequences of Failing It

Peter Mandelson was granted Developed Vetting security clearance against vetting agency advice before his 2024 US ambassador appointment, raising questions about the vetting process and oversight.

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Trump Claims to End 10th War as Lebanon-Israel Ceasefire Faces Uncertainty

A 10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel offers a temporary halt to conflict but leaves unresolved issues like Hezbollah’s arms and border disputes, raising doubts about lasting peace despite Trump's claims of ending a war.

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Man Jailed for Life for Stabbing Childhood Friend in Aberdeen

Brandon Booth was sentenced to life for fatally stabbing his childhood friend Dylan Geddes in Aberdeen. Booth must serve at least 18 years before parole. The attack was unprovoked, and Booth fled the scene.

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Robert Mugabe's Son Admits to Firearm Charges in South Africa

Bellarmine Mugabe, son of late Zimbabwean leader Robert Mugabe, pleaded guilty to firearm charges in South Africa following a shooting incident in Johannesburg. Co-accused Tobias Matonhodze also pleaded guilty to multiple charges. Sentencing is set for April 24.

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Man Found Guilty of 2003 Rape After Innocent Man Jailed 17 Years

Paul Quinn, 52, has been found guilty of a 2003 rape in Salford, for which Andrew Malkinson was wrongly jailed for 17 years. Quinn's DNA was found on the victim's vest, and he was also convicted of strangulation and grievous bodily harm.

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Man Sentenced to Life for Murder of Stepfather and Family Dog

Logan Procter, 20, received a life sentence after stabbing his stepfather Christopher Owen and family dog Poppy to death in Shirebrook. He had a collection of weapons and admitted wanting to end many lives.

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Ceasefire Brings Temporary Relief to Lebanon Amid Ongoing Challenges

A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah brings temporary relief to Lebanon after six weeks of conflict, but issues like Israeli occupation and Hezbollah's weapons remain unresolved.

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