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Police officers investigated over handling of sex offender who murdered two women
HeadlineFlip summary: Police officers are under investigation for their handling of a serial sex offender, Simon Levy, who was being monitored when he murdered two women.
The papers: 'Sex predator let out to kill' and 'net zero plans rolled back'
HeadlineFlip summary: A serial sex offender has been found guilty of murdering two women and raping a third in London. Other papers report on rolled-back net zero plans.
Counter-terror police reopen attempted burglary probe as part of Widdecombe inquiry
HeadlineFlip summary: Counter-terror police have reopened an investigation into an attempted burglary, linking it to the inquiry concerning Ann Widdecombe. No arrests were made when the incident was initially investigated and subsequently closed.
Book hidden in fireplace returned to Australian library 150 years overdue
HeadlineFlip summary: A book, borrowed 150 years ago, was discovered hidden in a fireplace and returned to an Australian library. It's believed an apprentice stonemason working on the Houses of Parliament may have borrowed it.
Seven killed after teen shooter opens fire at home and school in Thailand
HeadlineFlip summary: A teenager has killed seven people in Thailand, starting with his grandparents at home and then five teachers at his school.
Serial sex offender guilty of double murder and rape
HeadlineFlip summary: Serial sex offender Simon Levy, monitored by police, has been found guilty of a double murder and rape.
Brothers racing home jailed for killing dad and seriously injuring son
HeadlineFlip summary: Two brothers, Abubakr and Umar Ben Yusaf, were racing their cars near Welshpool, Powys, in November 2024. Their actions resulted in the death of one father and serious injury to a son.
England footballer Ivan Toney charged with assault in Soho
HeadlineFlip summary: England footballer Ivan Toney has been charged with assault. The incident occurred outside a nightclub in central London.
Four men arrested after violent disorder near Pontypool, police say
HeadlineFlip summary: Four men arrested following violent disorder near Pontypool. Three men taken to hospital, two in critical condition, police report.
Spokane wildfire arson suspect waited for dry, windy day to start blaze, police say
HeadlineFlip summary: Spokane police accuse Aaron Farinacci of starting the Old Trails Fire, the largest of three blazes that have destroyed hundreds of buildings. He allegedly waited for dry, windy conditions to start the fire.
Two people convicted in relation to death of French streamer
HeadlineFlip summary: Two individuals have been convicted in connection with the death of French streamer Raphaël Graven, whose passing was broadcast live on the platform Kick in August 2025.
Stephen Bear jailed for harassing ex-partner Harrison
HeadlineFlip summary: Stephen Bear, a reality TV contestant, has been jailed for breaching a restraining order against his ex-partner, Harrison. He is now back in prison.
Woman charged after four stabbed near Covent Garden
HeadlineFlip summary: A 47-year-old woman faces charges after four men were stabbed near Covent Garden in central London.
Farmer jailed for lodger's 'body in barrel' murder
HeadlineFlip summary: A farmer has been jailed for the murder of a lodger whose body was discovered in a barrel nearly six years after his disappearance.
Meredith Kercher's sister criticises Amanda Knox's Edinburgh comedy show
HeadlineFlip summary: Meredith Kercher's sister, Stephanie, has criticized Amanda Knox's upcoming comedy show in Edinburgh, urging Knox to consider the impact on Meredith's family.
Afghan boxer accused of killing Scottish aid worker back in court
HeadlineFlip summary: Sharif Ahmadzai, a 26-year-old Afghan boxer, is back in court facing charges of homicide with intent, robbery, and weapons offenses related to the killing of a Scottish aid worker.
Uganda midfielder Owori murdered in street gang attack
HeadlineFlip summary: Ugandan midfielder Owori, 27, was killed by suspected robbers after resisting a robbery attempt, according to police.
PC Harper widow 'won't give up' early release fight
HeadlineFlip summary: Two men convicted of PC Andrew Harper's manslaughter may still be released next year, despite his widow's ongoing fight against early release.
Man extradited to UK and charged over alleged hit-and-run death of Keaton Slater
HeadlineFlip summary: A Latvian man has been extradited to the UK and charged with causing death by dangerous driving in relation to the 2024 collision that killed Keaton Slater. He will appear in court on Thursday.
Woman arrested after four stabbed in central London
HeadlineFlip summary: A woman has been arrested following a stabbing incident in central London where four men were injured, according to the Metropolitan Police.
Family 'devastated' by death of girl, 9, injured on Scottish industrial estate
HeadlineFlip summary: A 9-year-old girl, Minnie Merriman, died after being found injured on a Scottish industrial estate. A 35-year-old man is due in court in connection with her death.
Afghan boxer appears in court in connection with death of Scottish woman
HeadlineFlip summary: Sharif Ahmadzai, a 26-year-old Afghan boxer, is in court in connection with the death of Elisabeth Jane Ross, who was from Edinburgh.
Man charged over death of nine-year-old girl on industrial estate
HeadlineFlip summary: A 35-year-old man, known to the victim, has been charged in connection with the death of a nine-year-old girl on an industrial estate. He is due in court today.
Australian teen who killed UK woman has reduced sentence overturned
HeadlineFlip summary: An Australian teen's reduced sentence for the stabbing death of UK woman Emma Lovell has been overturned. Lovell was killed after confronting intruders at her home on Boxing Day 2022.
Watch: Moment passenger train crashes into trailer carrying straw bales
HeadlineFlip summary: A passenger train collided with a trailer carrying straw bales in Poland. Railway authorities reported the driver was intoxicated and stopped on the tracks as barriers descended.
Armed man arrested near Trump's golf course ahead of president's visit
HeadlineFlip summary: An armed man was arrested near President Trump's golf course in California shortly before he was scheduled to attend a fundraising dinner.
Couple woke to find shirtless intruder in Travelodge room
HeadlineFlip summary: A woman reported being "petrified" after waking up to find a shirtless man at the end of her bed in a Dundee Travelodge room.