CROOKS who smuggled illegal drugs worth up to £7billion from the Continent over two years have been jailed. It is believed to be the largest narcotics operation ever detected in the UK. 5 Ringleader Paul Green – who was jailed for 32 years – is arrested by copsCredit: NCA/UNPIXS 5 Ringleader Paul Green, 59, known … Read more
COPS policing the Notting Hill Carnival have described it as a ‘’war zone’’ with almost a third of them saying they have been assaulted working there. They described it as ‘’hell’’ and feeling like ‘’lambs to the slaughter’’ with around nine out of ten officers – 89% – revealing they feel unsafe at the West … Read more
IF you’re looking for a steamy sauna session by the sea or a fish supper fit for kings, Helsinki is waiting for you. Often overlooked, the Nordic taste for fine art and luxury shopping makes for a Fin-tastic travel spot. 6 A gorgeous harbour on Suomenlinna island 6 Helsinki has much to offer, from vintage … Read more
A WARM breeze drifts through the open balcony doors just as I’m lulled to sleep by the sound of waves splashing lazily against the shore. It’s November, I’m steeling myself for the festive season’s craziness, and I can’t think of a better way to relax before it all than this. 6 A lovely courtyard main … Read more
DISNEY CRUISE LINE is sure making a song and a dance of its newest ship. Disney Treasure, the latest ship in a six-strong fleet, did not arrive with the traditional fireworks last week, but hundreds of colourful drones lighting up the sky in a theatrical naming ceremony in New York City. 5 A bronze statue … Read more
AN actor accused of multiple sex offences against women and children told a court he did nothing sexually inappropriate. Alexander Westwood, 24, who appeared in Netflix drama Sex Education, denied sexually assaulting one girl over a seven-year period. Jurors heard how he wrote to one alleged victim: “I am sorry for acting in a predatory … Read more
JAIL windows used in a double escape and to smuggle in deadly weapons are still broken after eight years. Urgent repairs were ordered at Pentonville after a hunting knife was sneaked in. It was used to stab lag Jamal Mahmoud, 21, at the North London jail in 2016. In the same year, James Whitlock, 32, … Read more
GRAB a bargain in the Black Friday SAILS. Lisa Minot has rounded up top cruise discounts . . . 4 Explore the tranquil Norwegian fjordsCredit: Getty PRINCESS CRUISES CRUISE specialist ROL has savings on Princess cruises from the UK. Book any of their no-fly cruises from today until December 2 and deals include $500 free on-board spend, a … Read more
THE BBC has finally admitted that it paid for disgraced Huw Edwards’ treatment following his suspension last year. The broadcaster refused to say how much it spent, but the bill could run into tens of thousands of pounds. 1 The BBC has finally admitted that it paid for disgraced Huw Edwards’ treatment following his suspension … Read more
A CHIEF Constable is to be investigated over claims that she tried to stop journalists revealing police failings over the Nottingham stabbings. Kate Meynell is said to have called a private press briefing — but made the reporters sign gagging orders. 3 Ian Coates, Barnaby Webber and Grace O’Malley Kumar were murdered during a rampage … Read more
