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Inside Russell Brand's trial, where he was called a 'maniac' and 'predator'
The door on Russell Brand's large, black van had barely begun to slide open outside London's Southwark Crown Court on Wednesday when the questions started. Warning: This article contains details some readers may find distressing. It has been 18 months since the British entertainer was first charged with multiple sex offences. Here, his trial was less than an hour away from beginning.
Inside Russell Brand's trial, where he was called a 'maniac' and 'predator'
Riley Stuart and Europe bureau chief Mazoe Ford in London The door on Russell Brand's large, black van had barely begun to slide open outside London's Southwark Crown Court on Wednesday when the questions started. Warning: This article contains details some readers may find distressing. It has been 18 months since the British entertainer was first charged with multiple sex offences. Here, his trial was less than an hour away from beginning.
Court shown photos of shirtless Russell Brand taken by woman on night he allegedly raped her
Europe bureau chief Mazoe Ford and Riley Stuart in London English entertainer Russell Brand asked a woman to take photos of him "prancing" in "horrible budgie smugglers", shortly before he raped her, a London court has heard. Warning: This story contains details some readers may find distressing. Brand, 51, is standing trial in Southwark Crown Court accused of several sexual offences relating to six women over a 10-year period from 1999.
Court shown photos of shirtless Russell Brand taken by woman on night he allegedly raped her
English entertainer Russell Brand asked a woman to take photos of him "prancing" in "horrible budgie smugglers", shortly before he raped her, a London court has heard. Warning: This story contains details some readers may find distressing. Brand, 51, is standing trial in Southwark Crown Court accused of several sexual offences relating to six women over a 10-year period from 1999. He has been charged with three counts of rape, three counts of sexual assault, and one count of indecent assault.
US sanctions 'rogue' ICC hours after former judge wins Nobel Peace Prize
Riley Stuart in London The US has announced sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC), hours after one of its former judges was given the Nobel Peace Prize, which Donald Trump covets. While the White House has previously targeted individuals and other groups linked to the ICC, the latest measures announced by Secretary of State Marco Rubio are on the court itself.
US sanctions 'rogue' ICC hours after former judge wins Nobel Peace Prize
The US has announced sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC), hours after one of its former judges was given the Nobel Peace Prize, which Donald Trump covets. While the White House has previously targeted individuals and other groups linked to the ICC, the latest measures announced by Secretary of State Marco Rubio are on the court itself.
Former prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor wins court battle over police search warrants
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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor wins court battle to have UK police search warrants quashed
Riley Stuart and Europe correspondent Elias Clure in London UK police have accepted warrants they used to search Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's homes earlier this year were unlawful, after the former prince won a court battle on Thursday. The King's brother launched legal action against Thames Valley Police over search warrants executed in February, when he was arrested on his 66th birthday.
Russia rails against online 'plague' claims, but few in Irkutsk trust authorities
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Death of Russian 'plague' laboratory worker being monitored by US and European officials
Riley Stuart in London The US says it is closely monitoring the death of an employee at a Siberian "anti-plague" laboratory from what Russian officials are calling pneumonia of an unknown origin. The fatality in the eastern city of Irkutsk last week has sparked conflicting statements from regional politicians and federal authorities in Russia. Local media outlets say the victim was in her 20s and speculated her death may be linked to the Irkutsk Research Anti-Plague Institute, where she worked.
'Concerning' death of Russian 'plague' laboratory employee being monitored by US, European officials
The US says it is closely monitoring the death of an employee at a Siberian "anti-plague" laboratory from what Russian officials are calling pneumonia of an unknown origin. The fatality in the eastern city of Irkutsk last week has sparked conflicting statements from regional politicians and federal authorities in Russia. Local media outlets say the victim was in her 20s and speculated her death may be linked to the Irkutsk Research Anti-Plague Institute where she worked.
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Passengers decribe chaos on commercial flight as pilot stabs colleague and tries to crash plane
Riley Stuart and Europe correspondent Elias Clure A commercial flight carrying 174 people and bound for Tel Aviv had to divert to Saudi Arabia after one pilot stabbed the other and "apparently tried to crash the plane", according to Israel's prime minister. Warning: This article contains graphic images. The Boeing 737, operated by flydubai, a sister airline of Emirates, took off from Dubai International Airport in the United Arab Emirates on Wednesday morning, local time.
Israel to ramp up security after flydubai pilot stabs colleague and tries to crash plane
Riley Stuart and Europe correspondent Elias Clure Israel's prime minister says a commercial flight with 174 people on board bound for Tel Aviv had to divert to Saudi Arabia after one pilot stabbed the other and "apparently tried to crash the plane". Warning: This article contains graphic images. The Boeing 737 operated by flydubai, a sister airline of Emirates, took off from Dubai International Airport in the United Arab Emirates on Wednesday morning, local time.
Israel to 'ramp up' aviation security after PM says flydubai pilot stabbed colleague and 'tried to crash plane' bound for Tel Aviv
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Israel to 'ramp up' aviation security after PM says pilot stabbed colleague and 'tried to crash plane' bound for Tel Aviv
Riley Stuart Israel's Prime Minister says a commercial flight with 174 people on board bound for Tel Aviv had to divert to Saudi Arabia after one pilot stabbed the other and "apparently tried to crash the plane". Warning: This article contains graphic images. The Boeing 737 operated by flydubai — a sister airline of Emirates — took off from Dubai International Airport in the United Arab Emirates on Wednesday morning, local time.
Netanyahu to 'ramp up' aviation security after pilot stabs colleague and 'tries to crash plane' bound for Israel
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Netanyahu to 'ramp up' aviation security after pilot stabs colleague and 'tries to crash plane' bound for Israel
Benjamin Netanyahu has said one pilot on a commercial flight carrying 174 people from Dubai to Israel stabbed the other pilot and tried to crash the jet. Passengers on the flight had to hold the alleged attacker down and he was later arrested in Saudi Arabia, according to the Israeli PM. The airline, flydubai, says a "formal investigation" is underway into the incident.
Key takeaways from UK PM Andy Burnham's Labour Party conference speech, including changes to Brexit
Europe bureau chief Mazoe Ford in Liverpool and Riley Stuart in London Andy Burnham said Brexit "had done more harm than good" and promised to keep the United Kingdom together in his biggest speech since taking over as the country's prime minister. Burnham, who replaced Sir Keir Starmer as PM in July, made the comments during a fiery and at times emotional address at the Labour Party conference in Liverpool on Tuesday, local time.
Key takeaways from UK PM Andy Burnham's Labour Party conference speech, including changes to Brexit
Andy Burnham said Brexit "had done more harm than good" and promised to keep the United Kingdom together in his biggest speech since taking over as the country's prime minister. Burnham, who replaced Sir Keir Starmer as PM in July, made the comments during a fiery and at times emotional address at the Labour Party conference in Liverpool on Tuesday, local time. In a stark contrast to his predecessor, Burnham's hour-long oration focused largely on domestic issues and left-wing policies.
Men arrested over RAF Fairford probe released on bail, as police confirm suspects are UK nationals
Riley Stuart in London Five men arrested near a military base in England early Sunday are all British citizens from London, authorities have confirmed, amid claims Iran's regime was attempting to attack the facility. Despite counter-terrorism police giving an update into their investigations on Monday, information surrounding the arrests remains confusing. In a statement, police said the men had been arrested on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act, and committing explosives offences.
Men arrested near RAF Fairford are suspected of preparing terrorist act, say UK police
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Men arrested near RAF Fairford are suspected of preparing terrorist act, say UK police
Five men arrested near a military base in England early Sunday are all British citizens from London, authorities have confirmed, amid claims Iran's regime was attempting to attack the facility. Despite counter-terrorism police giving an update into their investigations on Monday, information surrounding the arrests remains confusing. In a statement, police said the men had been arrested on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act, and committing explosives offences.
Manchester City found guilty of breaching EPL financial rules, club expected to appeal
Riley Stuart in London Global football heavyweights Manchester City have been found guilty of 114 beaches of the English Premier League's financial regulations, according to multiple reports, after a years-long investigation. In a decision that will send shockwaves through the sport, the club is now expected to face yet-to-be-determined penalties, which could range from reprimands and fines, to being docked competition points or expelled from the Premier League completely.
Manchester City found guilty of breaching EPL financial rules, club expected to appeal
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Manchester City found guilty of breaching EPL financial rules, club expected to appeal
Global football heavyweights Manchester City have been found guilty of 114 beaches of the English Premier League's financial regulations, according to multiple reports, after a years-long investigation. In a decision that will send shockwaves through the sport, the club is now expected to face yet-to-be-determined penalties, which could range from reprimands and fines, to being docked competition points or expelled from the Premier League completely.
Princess Diana's brother Charles Spencer apologises for factual error in new book amid legal threat, call to pulp it
Europe bureau chief Mazoe Ford in Northamptonshire, England, Riley Stuart and Syan Vallance Princess Diana's brother Charles Spencer has told 7.30 the controversial book he authored about his late sibling's life contains one factual error, but he will not pull it from shelves. The novel, titled Swan Song: Diana, My Sister, has already been released in the United Kingdom after a week of disagreement over its contents and questions about its accuracy. It's due to go on sale in Australia today.
Inside Vladimir Putin's world of bunkers, body doubles and growing paranoia
Riley Stuart and Anna-Maria Tesfaye in London for ABC's Long Read There are few who can claim to know Vladimir Putin. As Russians go to the polls this weekend, those who have experienced the president at close range describe his power, and growing paranoia. The area around Valdai is straight out of a fairytale. Tucked deep in a national park between Moscow and Saint Petersburg, hills bursting with birch and pine rise to one side of the town.
Princess Diana's brother says he's 'telling the truth' about 'monstrous' phone call with King Charles
Princess Diana's brother has doubled down on explosive claims about Britain's royal family, insisting he is "telling the truth" and suggesting the king is "embarrassed". Charles Spencer's numerous bombshell accusations, which are particularly critical of King Charles III, are contained in his soon-to-be-released memoir, excerpts of which have been published this week.
Program: Russian to vote in parliamentary elections
Russia is about to begin three days of parliamentary elections which international observers say will be rigged. Inside the country there's growing speculation that President Vladimir Putin plans to reintroduce conscription after the results are declared. Russia's army is sustaining massive casualties and some young men aren't waiting to find out if they'll be sent to the front lines next.
King Charles III sounded 'giddily elated' on night Princess Diana was killed, Earl Spencer claims in book
Princess Diana's brother has accused King Charles III of sounding "giddily elated, like a lottery winner" on the night his ex-wife was killed in a car crash almost three decades ago. The explosive claim was made in Charles Spencer's soon-to-be-released memoir titled Swan Song: Diana, My Sister, an excerpt of which was published by Britain's Daily Mail newspaper on Thursday, local time.
King Charles III sounded 'giddily elated' on night Princess Diana was killed, Earl Spencer claims in book
Riley Stuart in London Princess Diana's brother has accused King Charles III of sounding "giddily elated, like a lottery winner" on the night his ex-wife was killed in a car crash almost three decades ago. The explosive claim was made in Charles Spencer's soon-to-be-released memoir titled Swan Song: Diana, My Sister, an excerpt of which was published by Britain's Daily Mail newspaper on Thursday, local time.
Israel closes UK consulate as three G7 countries ban imports on goods from West Bank settlements
Britain, France and Canada will ban imports from Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, in a move that prompted a swift retaliation and could spark a broader geopolitical storm. While several smaller nations had already adopted similar policies, Tuesday's announcement from the three G7 powers was much more significant. United Kingdom Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband revealed the plan in a speech in parliament on Tuesday.
Israel closes UK consulate as three G7 countries ban imports on goods from West Bank settlements
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Israel closes UK consulate as three G7 countries ban settlement imports
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UK, France, Canada announce import ban on goods from Israeli settlements
Riley Stuart in London Britain, France and Canada will ban imports from Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, in a symbolic move that could reshape Western foreign policy in the region. While several smaller nations have already adopted similar policies, Monday's announcement from the three G7 powers is much more significant.
UK announces import ban, sanctions on Israeli settlements
Britain will ban imports from Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank and sanction Israeli individuals and businesses which work to expand them, in a symbolic move that could reshape Western foreign policy in the region. Speaking in the House of Commons on Monday afternoon, local time, the United Kingdom's Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband said his announcement "marked the start of a new approach" for his country.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor 'committed sex crimes in US', Congressman Thomas Massie says
Riley Stuart, in London Breakaway Republican Thomas Massie used congressional privilege on Monday to accuse Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the former Duke of York, of committing sex crimes in the United States. Mr Massie, from the same party as US President Donald Trump, made the comment during a speech in the House of Representatives about the late paedophile Jeffrey Epstein. "We want perpetrators of these crimes to be investigated and prosecuted," Massie said.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor 'committed sex crimes in US', congressman Thomas Massie says
Breakaway Republican Thomas Massie used congressional privilege on Monday to accuse Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the former Duke of York, of committing sex crimes in the United States. Mr Massey, from the same party as US President Donald Trump, made the comment during a speech in the House of Representatives about the late paedophile Jeffrey Epstein. "We want perpetrators of these crimes to be investigated and prosecuted," Massie said.
Security issues loom large over Prince Harry and Meghan's return to UK
Riley Stuart and Syan Vallance in London Prince Harry and his family's access to taxpayer-funded security is again in the spotlight after their plans to move back to the United Kingdom were revealed this week. The issue has been a source of tension between the Duke of Sussex, Buckingham Palace and British authorities for several years.
Israel's military has been investigating its conduct in Gaza. This is what you need to know
Middle East correspondent Caitlin Kelly in Jerusalem and Riley Stuart in London The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has published the findings of five internal probes that examined deadly attacks its soldiers launched on aid and medical workers in Gaza. The information released on Wednesday represents the IDF's largest single information dump relating to civilian deaths since the war erupted in October 2023.
Israel's military has been investigating its conduct in Gaza. This is what you need to know
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has published the findings of five internal probes that examined deadly attacks its soldiers launched on aid and medical workers in Gaza. The information released on Wednesday represents the IDF's largest single information dump relating to civilian deaths since the war erupted in October 2023. Two of the most high-profile cases are now the subject of criminal investigations by military police, Israel's military revealed on Wednesday.
Ukraine is attacking 'Russia's Amazon', and it could lead to a bigger prize
Riley Stuart in London For Ukraine's drones buzzing over the border, they have been lucrative targets. On the outskirts of Russian cities, enormous warehouses belonging to the country's largest online retailer, Wildberries, have been struck systematically over the past four weeks. The company is often compared to Amazon and sells everything from clothing and electronics to books, groceries and cosmetics.
Inside Russia, even Vladimir Putin's supporters are starting to question Ukraine war
Svetlana* used to look forward to summer trips to her holiday house on the outskirts of Moscow, but not anymore. The property is not far from one of the Russian capital's airports. Ukrainian drones striking targets in the area are now a regular occurrence. "I was there a couple of days ago and we had six explosions one night," she told the ABC. "You are no longer just reading about this war in the newspaper.
Inside CPAC London: Charlatans, conspiracy theories and loud snoring
In 10 years at the ABC, I've had some strange experiences. I can now add last week's CPAC conference in London to the list, and it's going somewhere near the top. After two-and-a-half days, I left with serious questions about where right-wing politics is heading, not just in Britain, but abroad too. On the auditorium stage, current and former MPs decried the state of the United Kingdom. Between their speeches were sermons from conspiracy theorists and charlatans.
Andy Burnham becomes British PM, provides AUKUS hints in first speech
Riley Stuart and Europe correspondent Kathryn Diss in London Andy Burnham has pledged to provide immediate cost-of-living relief for Brits and "do politics differently" in his first speech after becoming prime minister on Monday. Speaking outside his new official residence at 10 Downing Street shortly before 1pm local time (10pm AEST), Mr Burnham also gave his clearest signal yet he does not plan to alter the AUKUS defence partnership, in which Australia has already invested billions of dollars.
Andy Burnham becomes British PM after 'kissing hands' with King Charles III
Andy Burnham has officially become the United Kingdom's prime minister after King Charles III invited him to form a government during a meeting at Buckingham Palace. Unlike in Australia, British prime ministers are not sworn in. Instead, they meet the monarch to take part in an ancient ritual called "kissing hands" (once there was an actual kiss, but these days it is just a conversation). Mr Burnham, 56, arrived at the palace about 12:05pm, local time, on Monday.
Pauline Hanson delivers CPAC London speech to mostly empty seats
Pauline Hanson has ended her trip to Britain and Europe on a muted note, after around 120 people attended her speech at a political conference in London on Saturday morning, local time. The One Nation leader delivered an address to the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in London, titled The Australian Fight Back, which began about 15 minutes late.
Pauline Hanson dodges questions about who paid for Italy trip
Riley Stuart and Europe correspondent Elias Clure in London One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has refused to say who paid for her trip to Italy, after returning to London to speak at a pricey political dinner. Senator Hanson has been in the United Kingdom and Europe for almost two weeks. She has described the trip as "a fact-finding mission" and met with multiple right-wing figures.
Andy Burnham to become next UK PM after British-Australian candidate gets one vote
Andy Burnham will become Britain's seventh prime minister in 10 years next week after winning a Labour leadership contest in which his only challenger, an Australian, received just one vote. The vacancy at the top was sparked after unpopular incumbent PM Sir Keir Starmer resigned last month, two years after leading the party to a landslide general election victory. Mr Burnham was elected unopposed, sort of.
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