Duty solicitor generational mismatch risks eroding trust in the criminal justice system, study warns
The growing age imbalance in the duty solicitor scheme in England and Wales risks eroding trust in the criminal justice system, a new study warns. Most duty solicitors are aged 45 and over, putting at risk the ability of vulnerable…
India lose to England by four runs in ICC Women’s World Cup cricket | Cricket News
England rallied to secure their semifinal spot at the World Cup while India’s defeat jeopardises their last-four chances. England dug in for a four-run victory over India to clinch a semifinal spot at the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup on…
Rebellion over 50% parking price hike across Devon
Plans to increase parking charges across Devon by up to 50% are being challenged. The Liberal Democrat cabinet member for Highways at Devon County Council, Dan Thomas, signed off the decision in September to increase on-street charges. But now six…
Expert to examine if young people are more anxious about the climate emergency
Major new research will examine whether younger people are more anxious about the climate emergency than older generations. The study will examine if millennials and those younger do worry more about environmental changes, who they blame and how they cope….
Japan to vote for new PM amid political uncertainty: All you need to know | Politics News
The Japanese legislature, known as the Diet, is set to meet for an extraordinary session to vote for the next prime minister. The vote on Tuesday follows the collapse of a 26-year-old partnership earlier this month between the Liberal Democratic…
Last Ebola patient discharged in DR Congo, WHO says | Ebola News
Barring new cases, the patient’s recovery kicks off a 42-day countdown to declaring the country’s 16th outbreak over. Published On 19 Oct 202519 Oct 2025 Click here to share on social media share2 Share The last Ebola patient in the…
Four-minute heist at the Louvre: How priceless jewels were stolen in France | Arts and Culture News
The Louvre Museum in the French capital has closed for “exceptional reasons” after a group of intruders successfully stole eight pieces of priceless jewellery in a quick-hit heist that has rocked the world’s most-visited museum. A manhunt for the thieves…
Pub used for Harry Potter filming damaged by fire
A pub that was closed for what is thought to be the production of the Harry Potter TV series has suffered damage after a fire. Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue received a report of a fire within a storeroom…
Exeter 38-0 Harlequins: Henry Slade stars as Chiefs crush Quins
Exeter: Hodge; Feyi-Waboso, Slade, Ikitau, Woodburn; Skinner, Varney; Goodrick-Clarke, Dweba, Iosefa-Scot, Jenkins (capt), Tuima, Hooper, Roots, Fisilau. Replacements: Yeandle, Burger, Tchubadze, Zambonin, Pearson, James, Chapman, Hammersley. Yellow card: Tchubadze (56). Harlequins: Green; Isgro, Northmore, Benson, Murley (capt); Smith, Porter; Baxter,…
Topless runner takes part in topless swim in Devon
Caroline RobinsonSouth West BBC Louise Butcher took part in Devon Hospitals Charity Topless Swim 2025 A cancer survivor and campaigner has taken part in a charity swim. Louise Butcher, who is known as the Topless Runner, was among the swimmers…