Commander Steve Clayman confirms the Metropolitan Police have launched an investigation into more than five people who may have “facilitated” Harrods boss Mohamed Al Fayed in his alleged sexual abuse of dozens of women and girls. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
People in the capital give their reaction to the news that Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has been knighted in the New Year Honours. Sir Sadiq has been honoured for political and public service, having held the role of mayor since 2016. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The UK is braced for an unsettled start to 2025, with heavy snow, rain and wind expected to cause travel disruption over New Year's Eve. Alex Burkill from the Met Office says weather warnings are constantly being updated and urges people to check them, “particularly if you’re planning to travel.” Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Former US President and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Jimmy Carter has died at 100. The longest-lived American president passed away on Sunday, more than a year after entering hospice care, at his home in the small town of Plains, Georgia. Mr Carter became the 39th US president taking office in 1977. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Three members of Sara Sharif's family have been found guilty over the 10-year-old's death after years of horrific abuse. Her father Urfan Sharif, 42, and stepmother Beinash Batool, 30, were found guilty of her murder while her uncle Faisal Malik, 29, was convicted of causing or allowing her death following a trial at the Old Bailey. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Alternative healer, Hongchi Xiao, 61, has been jailed for 10 years at Winchester Crown Court for the manslaughter of a type 1 diabetic woman who stopped taking insulin at his slapping therapy workshop. Danielle Carr-Gomm, 71, died at Cleeve House in Seend, Wiltshire, in October 2016 while taking part in the Paida Lajin therapy event, which sees patients being slapped or slapping themselves repeatedly. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The average household energy bill across England, Scotland, and Wales has risen by 1.2% after Ofgem increased its price cap. Simon Francis of the End Fuel Poverty Coalition warns that bills are now ÂŁ700 higher annually than in winter 2020/21, with pensioners and disabled individuals hardest hit. He urges government investment in home insulation and energy efficiency to reduce costs and reliance on volatile gas markets. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Rain falls as performers prepare to take part in the New Year's Day Parade in central London, as wind, rain and snow warnings are in force across parts of the UK. The start of London’s New Year’s Day Parade was delayed by 30 minutes due to high winds being forecast, and inflatable cartoon characters were no longer going to be used, event spokesman said. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Thousands of people braved the cold weather in London to help mark the New Year. The chimes of Big Ben and a spectacular fireworks display at the London Eye went ahead, despite concerns about adverse weather conditions – which had led authorities to cancel the traditional Hogmanay celebration in Edinburgh. Report by Chinnianl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
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