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A burglar's fashion choice became his downfall when police spotted his bright neon t-shirt in a Kent chip shop. He was casually eating fish and chips while charging his phone, unaware officers were closing in.
A burglar's fashion choice became his downfall when police spotted his distinctive neon shirt while he casually ate fish and chips after a high-speed chase. The 20-year-old is now serving two years for stealing luxury watches and jewelry.
Seven governors in Nigeria's North-West region just launched a groundbreaking five-year plan to tackle organized crime and restore stability through coordinated action. The framework marks a major shift from isolated efforts to unified regional solutions.
A Florida crime prevention volunteer on vacation in Puerto Rico heard cries for help from the ocean and swam through six-foot swells in darkness to rescue a drowning woman. Mark Dyberg's quick thinking and courage saved a life during what started as a quiet evening by the pool.
Nigeria just destroyed 2,800 illegal firearms in a single day, marking the country's biggest step yet toward reducing gun violence and terrorism. Since 2021, over 16,000 dangerous weapons have been taken off the streets.
A 73-year-old woman kidnapped at gunpoint was rescued from a boat at sea just hours later, thanks to radar technology and lightning-fast teamwork between Trinidad's police, Coast Guard, and air support units. Ten suspects are now in custody in what authorities are calling a major win against organized crime.
Nigeria is partnering with the European Union to crack down on illegal fishing and maritime crime in the Gulf of Guinea. The collaboration builds on proven success stories like Nigeria's Deep Blue Project, which has already reduced piracy in regional waters.
A specially trained golden retriever in Saskatchewan is using her extraordinary nose to locate hidden hard drives and USB sticks in child exploitation investigations. Taffy also provides therapy support to crime victims and police officers dealing with trauma.
South Africa is launching a game-changing approach to fight corruption by preventing crimes before they happen instead of just reacting after the damage is done. President Cyril Ramaphosa announced a coordinated national program that brings government agencies, private companies, and regulators together to disrupt criminal networks at their roots.
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A small South African digital bank has accomplished something remarkable: zero card fraud and zero phishing since launching in 2021. Bank Zero's success proves that fighting financial crime is about design choices, not just technology budgets.
The United Kingdom just dealt a major blow to a massive online marketplace that enabled scam operations across Southeast Asia. Financial sanctions against Xinbi Guarantee could finally disrupt the flow of billions stolen from victims worldwide.
The United Nations General Assembly just passed a historic resolution declaring the transatlantic slave trade the gravest crime against humanity. Ghana's President John Mahama calls it a powerful way to honor millions of enslaved Africans.
Nigeria joined 122 other UN members in a historic vote recognizing the transatlantic slave trade as humanity's gravest crime and calling for reparatory justice. The resolution marks a major step toward addressing centuries of injustice affecting people of African descent worldwide.
The United Nations General Assembly just passed a groundbreaking resolution formally recognizing the transatlantic slave trade as one of history's gravest crimes against humanity. The African Union is celebrating this as a major step toward justice and healing after centuries of calling for recognition.
A groundbreaking UN resolution recognizing transatlantic slavery as a grave crime against humanity has passed with overwhelming support from 123 nations. Ghana's proposal calling for reparations marks a historic step toward global acknowledgment and healing.
The UN General Assembly voted to formally recognize the transatlantic slave trade as humanity's gravest crime, with 123 countries including Nigeria and Ghana leading the historic resolution. The move opens pathways toward healing and reparative justice for millions affected by slavery's ongoing legacy.
The United Nations General Assembly voted Wednesday on a historic resolution to formally recognize the transatlantic African slave trade as "the gravest crime against humanity." African nations hope this acknowledgment opens doors to healing, justice, and meaningful conversations about slavery's lasting impact.
The United Nations General Assembly just adopted a historic resolution recognizing transatlantic slavery as the "gravest crime against humanity." Ghana led the effort that brought global attention to one of history's darkest chapters.
In a historic vote, 123 countries backed a resolution declaring the transatlantic slave trade the gravest crime against humanity and calling for reparations. The Wednesday decision marks a major step toward addressing centuries of injustice affecting millions of people.
India's Parliament approved amendments to transgender protection laws, introducing graded punishments for crimes against transgender persons. The move sparked intense debate about whether the changes expand or restrict rights.
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