24 h. ago Travel review: Here's why boutique art hotel in London is the perfect place to stay with the family

If you are planning a weekend in London with your children, make sure a visit to the vibrant South Bank is part of your itinerary.

Society

24 h. ago Prison chaplain at ICE facility in Pennsylvania accused of sexually abusing immigration detainee

Exclusive: “The system absolutely failed our client,” attorney Trina Realmuto told The Independent

Events

25 h. ago Actor John Alford told police sex assault claims were a ‘set

The 53-year-old is accused of four counts of sexual activity with a 14-year-old girl and two further counts relating to a 15-year-old girl.

Events

26 h. ago Most drivers want tougher rules on pavement parking according to survey

London and Scotland are the only parts of the UK where pavement parking is banned

Politics

28 h. ago Queen Camilla fought off sexual assault as teen in train to London using heels, new book reveals

Queen Camilla fought off sexual assault as teen in train to London using heels, new book reveals  Mint

Politics

41 h. ago Most drivers want tougher rules on pavement parking – survey

London and Scotland are the only parts of the UK where pavement parking is banned.

Politics

64 h. ago Furious Epping locals vow to stop paying council tax after High Court ruled asylum seekers CAN stay at controversial hotel

The Bell hotel in Epping became the epicentre of protests that swept the country last month after a migrant boarder was accused of sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl.

Events

69 h. ago Former I'm a Celebrity star Lord Charles Brockett accused of rape and sexual assault

Lord Charles Brockett, who appeared on the show in 2004, appeared in court today, Saturday August 30

Events

2 d. ago I’m A Celebrity star Lord Charles Brocket charged with rape and sexual assault

Lord Charles Brocket, 73, is accused of raping and sexually assaulting a woman between May 5 and August 10 and he appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court today after being charged

Events

4 d. ago Julia Roberts says humanity ‘losing art of conversation’ in defence of new #MeToo

After the Hunt, directed by Luca Guadagnino, centres on an accusation of sexual assault at a universityJulia Roberts has defended her new #MeToo-themed film, After the Hunt, from accusations that it revives anti-feminist arguments, saying humanity was at risk of “losing the art of conversation”.The Oscar-winning actor is making her Venice film festival debut with the psychological thriller from the Italian director Luca Guadagnino. It premieres out of competition on the Lido on Friday evening. Continue reading...

Politics

4 d. ago Travis Scott's music video set in London targeted by 'knifeman who threatened to stab crew member'

A 29-year-old man has since been arrested on suspicion of a class B drug and section 4A of the Public Order Act, the Met Police have said, following the alleged incident in Tottenham, north London.

Events

4 d. ago Travis Scott music video filming halted after man 'threatened to stab' staff

Travis Scott and Tyla had been filming a music video in London when production was brought to a halt after a man allegedly 'threatened to stab' a member of production

Culture

4 d. ago Fox employee claims she was fired in retaliation for accusing boss of sexual assault in shocking lawsuit

‘Our client endured the unimaginable – she was the victim of sexual violence, harassment, and blatant retaliation from executives who sadly chose to shield abusers, rather than protect employees,’ the accuser’s lawyer told The Independent.

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5 d. ago Travis Scott & Tyla's video shoot on London estate targeted by terrifying knifeman who 'threatened to stab' crew member

Travis Scott & Tyla's video shoot on London estate targeted by terrifying knifeman who 'threatened to stab' crew member  The Sun

Events

5 d. ago Second woman accuses ICC chief prosecutor Karim Khan of sexual misconduct

Exclusive: New accuser tells the Guardian she was subjected to a ‘constant onslaught’ of advances by Khan. He denies any wrongdoingA second woman has come forward to an inquiry investigating sexual abuse allegations against Karim Khan, the chief prosecutor of the international criminal court (ICC), the Guardian has learned.The woman has alleged that while working for the prominent British lawyer earlier in his career, he behaved inappropriately, subjecting her to unwanted sexual advances, abused his authority over her, and repeatedly sought to pressure her into sexual activity. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Paul Gallagher: Liam and Noel's brother's life as he's charged with rape

Oasis stars Liam and Noel Gallagher's brother, Paul Gallagher, appeared in court this week, accused of rape and a string of other sexual offences

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5 d. ago London's Burning's John Alford alleged victim had 'mental breakdown', court hears

London's Burning actor John Alford is accused of four counts of sexual activity with a 14-year-old girl and two further counts relating to the 15-year-old of sexual assault and assault by penetration

Events

5 d. ago You can buy your own stunning Scots island castle for less than a London house

The Category-A listed building is up for sale after a majority of islanders wished to see it redeveloped and put back into use

Politics

6 d. ago Newly rediscovered painting by Alfred Wallis could fetch £30,000 at auction

The artwork is thought to show the Forth Rail Bridge.

Economics

6 d. ago Liam and Noel Gallagher's older brother appears in court charged with rape

Paul Gallagher, 59, of East Finchley in north London is also accused of coercive and controlling behaviour and three counts of sexual assault among other charges

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