Sister slams 'disgusting' sentence for Birmingham HMO murder
Anora Sharma condemns the 11-year jail term for Diogo Bettencourt, who murdered her brother Anthony in a Birmingham HMO. She says the justice system has failed her family.
Anora Sharma condemns the 11-year jail term for Diogo Bettencourt, who murdered her brother Anthony in a Birmingham HMO. She says the justice system has failed her family.
Joshua Johnson, 28, received a suspended sentence after five dogs were found dead in his 'truly horrific' Wolverhampton home. The RSPCA rescued emaciated survivors.
A Tipton father who attacked his daughter after 15 beers on Christmas Eve receives a suspended sentence. Read the shocking details of the holiday cottage violence.
A Tipton father who attacked his daughter after drinking 15 pints on Christmas Eve has received a suspended sentence. Read the shocking details of the family holiday turned violent.
A look at the UK's most dangerous criminals serving whole life orders, from Lucy Letby to Rose West, who will never be released. Discover the crimes that earned them Britain's most severe sentence.
A teenage girl has been sentenced after a friend suffered a fractured skull and permanent brain damage falling from a car she drove. Read the full court report.
A disqualified driver who led police on a terrifying 70mph chase through residential streets and rammed a police car has been jailed. Read the full story and sentencing details.
Thomas Green, 28, given extended sentence for raping a child and threatening to kill her if she reported the abuse. Read the full court report from Stoke-on-Trent.
Devon Brown jailed for life for the unprovoked machete murder of Okechukwu Iweha near Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Read the full court report and victim impact.
A simple DIY gift-wrapping station using an ironing board has taken the internet by storm, saving festive Brits from back pain. Discover the viral hack everyone wishes they'd known sooner.
Royal expert reveals Prince Harry's nostalgia for UK life as he spends another festive season in California with Meghan and children. Discover his feelings and the family dynamics.
A mother has received a suspended sentence after her five-month-old daughter died while she slept beside her, following a night of drinking vodka. Read the full court details.
Andrew Davies, a dangerous child sex offender from the Midlands, has been given a lengthy prison sentence for historical abuse spanning 30 years. The judge praised the survivors' bravery.
Kathryn Reynolds bravely walked barefoot over 900°F coals to honour her father and raise £600 for Hospiscare. The event raised over £20,000 for local end-of-life care.
David Hill, 57, has been sentenced to life with a minimum of 17 years for the murder of pensioner Kurt Giwisser in Huddersfield. Read the full story of the violent attack and its tragic aftermath.
East Cheshire Hospice reveals how donations to its Christmas @Home appeal fund vital end-of-life care. From £25 for emotional support to £595 for overnight nursing, see how you can help.
A dedicated supporter's monthly donation will provide 100 nights of expert end-of-life nursing care for families across Derby and southern Derbyshire. Discover how community generosity sustains vital hospice services.
Matej Ciroka has been sentenced to 18 months in prison and banned from keeping animals for life after fatally stabbing his seven-month-old sharpei, Aki, with a kitchen knife in Stoke-on-Trent.
As the festive film returns to TV, discover the secrets behind the 1946 classic, from its summer shoot to the real gym pool and scrapped sequel. Read the untold story.
Daniel Cook, 39, has been given a life sentence for the manslaughter of his mother, Ellen Cook, 72, in Littlethorpe. Read the full tragic story and court details.
A new study reveals redirecting overtime pay into your pension could significantly boost your retirement fund and reduce tax liability. Experts urge UK households to act.
Former Apprentice star Aleksandra King interviews Lewis Raymond Taylor, subject of Netflix's 'The Psychopath Life Coach', on her top UK business podcast. Discover his journey from prison to a £25m empire.
Moya Cole Hospice held its annual Light Up a Life remembrance services at Manchester Cathedral. Families shared heartfelt stories of outstanding care, lighting candles for loved ones.
A 20-year-old Midlands man has been sentenced for manslaughter after throwing a brick that caused his father's fatal cardiac arrest. Read the full court details.
The Met Office has issued urgent Amber weather warnings for northern England and southwest Scotland as Storm Bram hits. Forecasters warn of a 'danger to life' from 90mph gusts and over 200mm of rain. Residents urged to prepare.
Harry Roberts, one of Britain's longest-serving prisoners for the 1966 Shepherd's Bush murders of three police officers, has died. Read the full story of the crime that shocked a nation.
Stephen Briscoe, 60, of Dudley, receives suspended sentence and 10-year order after vigilante group exposed online communication with a child. Read the full details.
Diogo Bettencourt receives life sentence for the brutal murder of neighbour Anthony Sharma in an Erdington HMO. The killer, who has schizophrenia, hid the body and tried to use the victim's bank card.
A shocking 250,000 older people have fallen into poverty since state pension age increases began. New research reveals the human cost of DWP rule changes. Read the full story.
Stephen Briscoe, 60, was confronted at his home by vigilante group Broken Dreams. He received a suspended jail term and must register as a sex offender.