Man’s Plan to Abduct and Kill Holly Willoughby Thwarted by US Police Officer

A man's disturbing plan to abduct and kill television presenter Holly Willoughby was foiled by a US police officer, a court has revealed. Gavin Plumb, a convicted violent offender, had shared graphic details of his plan online. Plumb, who was obsessed with Willoughby, had meticulously planned to kidnap her from her home, take her to his residence in Harlow, Essex, and then murder her in an abandoned building. The court heard how the undercover officer based in the US intervened to prevent the heinous crime from taking place.

Labour pledges to modernise gender transition process

The Labour party has restated its commitment to modernizing the gender transition process in order to eliminate outdated requirements that can be seen as barriers to recognition and acceptance for transgender individuals. One of the key changes proposed is the removal of the need for spousal consent when legally changing gender. Additionally, the current requirement to provide evidence of living as the new gender for two years would be replaced with a reflection period of the same duration. These updates aim to make the process more inclusive and respectful of transgender individuals seeking legal recognition of their gender identity.

Indian intellectuals call for withdrawal of prosecution against Arundhati Roy

A group of over 200 Indian academics, activists, and journalists have come together to publish an open letter calling on the Indian government to reverse its decision to allow the prosecution of renowned author Arundhati Roy under the country's anti-terrorism law. The signatories expressed their disapproval of the government's action and emphasized the importance of upholding the fundamental right to freely express views without fear. They urged the government and democratic forces in the country to prevent any infringement on this basic right.

Teenager survives 60ft fall off Dorset clifftop while taking a photo

A 15-year-old boy miraculously survived after falling 18 meters (60ft) from a clifftop in Dorset while having his photo taken at Old Harry Rocks in Studland. Despite the terrifying plunge, emergency crews were shocked to find the teenager with only a few cuts and grazes. The incident, which occurred during a geography school trip from London, prompted a swift response from the coastguard and other emergency services. The boy's resilience in the face of such a dangerous fall left everyone amazed at the scene.

Iranian Rapper Toomaj Salehi’s Death Sentence Overturned by Court

An Iranian court has overturned the death sentence of rapper Toomaj Salehi, according to his lawyer. Salehi, a 33-year-old musician, had been sentenced to death for 'corruption on Earth'. The decision to overturn the sentence comes amidst Iran's presidential election campaign, although it does not appear to be directly related to the ongoing public debates about the country's future direction, including discussions about women's rights to choose whether or not to wear the hijab. Salehi will now face a retrial.

Italian Family’s Home Hosts Another ‘Weeping’ Statue of Virgin Mary

In the outskirts of Civitavecchia, a port city near Rome, the Gregori family's home is adorned with a small, weathered statue of the Virgin Mary in a carefully tended grotto. This figurine, purchased from a souvenir shop in Medjugorje, Bosnia, has recently been at the center of attention due to claims that it exuded a scented oil in late April. While this was not the first time the statue was said to have sweated oil, the event was captured on film by pilgrims praying at the grotto and shared on social media, sparking renewed interest in Italy in the realm of the supernatural. The Gregori family had previously been involved in another mysterious case involving a weeping statue in the mid-1990s. At that time, they claimed to have witnessed tears of blood coming from a different statue. The recent incident with the Virgin Mary figurine has once again divided opinions, with believers and skeptics clashing over the authenticity of the phenomenon. The fascination with these alleged supernatural occurrences continues to captivate the public in Italy, as stories of weeping statues and other miraculous events persist. The Gregori family's home has become a pilgrimage site for those seeking to witness these phenomena firsthand, adding to the mystique surrounding the statues and their purported abilities.

Alec and Hilaria Baldwin to Share Family Life in New TLC Reality Show

Alec Baldwin and his wife Hilaria have announced that they will be sharing their family life in a new reality show on TLC. The docuseries will focus on the couple and their seven children, providing viewers with a glimpse into their everyday lives. This announcement comes just weeks before Alec Baldwin's manslaughter trial is set to begin. The 66-year-old actor, known for his roles in films such as Beetlejuice and Glengarry Glen Ross, took to Instagram to share a video featuring his family, hinting at what viewers can expect from the upcoming show. Fans of the couple can look forward to getting an inside look at their family dynamics and daily routines as they navigate the challenges and joys of raising a large family. Stay tuned for more updates on this new reality show featuring Alec and Hilaria Baldwin.