International US woman resolves misdemeanor case opened after accusing priest of predatory behavior Heather Jones of Alabama says two-year probation agreement leaves her ‘free and clear’ of legal matterAn Alabama woman has resolved a misdemeanor case that authorities opened against her within days of speaking out about a Roman Catholic priest whom she accused of predatory behavior.Heather Jones had publicly recounted that she was 17 when the priest, Robert “Bob” Sullivan, arranged to provide her financial support in exchange for companionship including sex […] todayFebruary 2, 2026 1
International Suffolk serial killer Steve Wright admits murdering 17-year-old in 1999 The 67-year-old pleads guilty at Old Bailey to killing Victoria Hall, his sixth murder victimThe Suffolk serial killer Steve Wright has pleaded guilty at the Old Bailey to killing 17-year-old Victoria Hall, his sixth murder victim.The 67-year-old had been due to go on trial for the murder of Victoria, who disappeared more than 25 years ago. He changed his plea on Monday and admitted her kidnap “by force or fraud” […] todayFebruary 2, 2026
International Opposition parties call for inquiry into Mandelson’s appointment as US ambassador by Starmer after more Epstein links revealed – UK politics live The peer said he resigned his membership of the party to avoid causing it ‘further embarrassment’ after emails appeared to show Jeffrey Epstein sent former US ambassador $75,000Bethan McKernan has written a good feature for the Guardian today on the plight of Labour in Wales, and how Plaid Cymru is leading the fight against Reform UK.More in Common has released some new polling on voter opinion in Wales which confirms […] todayFebruary 2, 2026
International Japan deep-sea hunt finds rare earths as it seeks to cut reliance on China Tokyo proclaims Pacific Ocean mission world’s first attempt to tap rare earths at such a depth.Source: www.aljazeera.comRead full article todayFebruary 2, 2026
insert_link International Assefa targets London repeat & Sawe eyes course record Reigning champions Tigst Assefa and Sebastian Sawe will target record-breaking London Marathon victories in April.Source: feeds.bbci.co.ukRead full article todayFebruary 2, 2026
Local StratIQ Consult : Empowering businesses by driving strategic AI & analytics across Africa In an era where data drives every successful business decision, a new Accra-based consultancy is making waves across Africa by helping organizations turn information overload into strategic clarity. StratIQ Consult, founded by John Kingsford Amissah, specializes in strategic analytics, AI and consulting, with a mission to empower African businesses to make confident, data-informed decisions. The […] The post StratIQ Consult : Empowering businesses by driving strategic AI & analytics across […] todayFebruary 2, 2026 1
insert_link International Eighty kidnapped Nigerians return home after escape They were among 177 people seized last month from three churches in northern Kaduna state. Source: feeds.bbci.co.ukRead full article todayFebruary 2, 2026
insert_link Local AMA begin major decongestion exercise in Accra Central Business District The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has begun a major decongestion exercise in the Central Business District (CBD), targeting traders operating on pavements, alleyways, and other unauthorised spaces. “This operation is aimed at restoring order within the city’s busiest commercial zones and ensuring free movement along walkways and access routes,” an AMA official told Joynews on condition of anonymity.Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayFebruary 2, 2026 1
insert_link Local Bonsu Baah nominated for Al Qadsiah Janaury Player of the Month Bonsu Baah is in the race with forward Julian Quinones, midfielder Nahitan Nandez and Musab Al Juwayr, who is also in the midfield department. Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayFebruary 2, 2026
insert_link International Santander offers 98% mortgage for first-time buyers – with strict rules todayFebruary 3, 2026 6