A package of electric sex toys concealing incendiary devices that caught on fire in DHL depots in Britain and Germany was sent by Russian military intelligence, the Metropolitan police have said. British and European authorities launched a joint investigation after a number of self-igniting parcels went off in the UK, Germany and Poland. One package caught fire at a DHL depot near Birmingham on July 22, 2024, while a second caught alight at a centre in Leipzig, Germany. Authorities have identified 22 suspects in Lithuania and Poland likely to have been working on behalf of the Russian military intelligence services. Images previously released by the Wall Street Journal (WSJ), provided by an unnamed European security official, appear to show the massage pillows, suspect and the moment of the explosion.

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It was what they hadn’t said,” Mr Farmer said of the interview on August 8 2002. Ian Huntley sitting in his car outside his house near the college in Soham (Andrew Parsons/PA)He said: “To my astonishment, really, Ian Huntley answered the question, and he said that Holly would probably go quietly, but Jessica would put up a fight. “It seems they have just disappeared off the face of the earth,” the murderer told Mr Farmer. Mr Farmer was called to give evidence at Huntley and Carr’s Old Bailey trial in 2003. Mr Farmer added: “I’ve been thinking today about the parents, not about me or about my experiences.

Truck recovered in County Durham crash which left two in hospitalThe A181 was closed between Wheatley Hill Service Station and the Salters Lane junction at Wingate after a collisionView Image A truck being recovered on the A181 at Wingate (Image: Submitted)A truck has been recovered after a crash in County Durham which left two in hospital. Pictures show a truck which appears to have come off the road being attached to a tow truck, with police still on the scene. ‌The A181 was closed in both directions between Wheatley Hill Service Station and Salters Lane at Wingate since shortly before 11am this morning. ‌The North East Ambulance Service has confirmed that two people were taken to North Tees Hospital in Stockton, and two more were discharged at the scene. Here's more information about what this means and how to do it - you can also do it straight away by clicking here.

Many people leave school without understanding inflation, tax relief, pensions and investingThere’s plenty of life lessons people wish they knew when they were younger. Work hard at school, invest in your friendships or ditch those bad relationships. However, what advice would have been useful when it comes to money and finances? We asked seven financial experts to tell us the best financial advice they wish they got when they were young.

Louise McSharry: Tourists may still enjoy my city, but I miss the rare auld times of a stress-free DublinPride in our capital is fading with a lack of culture and nightlife, less housing and fewer affordable things to do in the capitalDubliners are struggling with stress and it's no surprise. Photo: NurPhoto via GettyLouise McSharry Today at 06:30I had a difficult conversation recently with my children. We all have to do it at some stage as parents – address contentious issues, issues that we might not even be all that certain about ourselves. On this occasion, I had to explain to my sons that we are not inherently better than other people because we’re from Dublin.

Intense Iranian fire has targeted the Gulf Arab states as Israel and the United States kept up their air strikes targeting the Islamic Republic. Footage showed explosions and smoke rising over western Tehran as Israel said it had begun a broad wave of strikes. The US and Israel have battered Iran with strikes, targeting its military capabilities, leadership and nuclear programme. Writing for the Qatar-funded satellite news network Al Jazeera, a regional analyst warned Iran was making “a strategic miscalculation of historic proportions”. Lebanon’s health ministry said at least 217 people have been killed by Israeli strikes since Monday and 798 others were injured.

The result leaves the Scots behind the table-topping French only on points difference and two points ahead of the Irish. “I think we probably wouldn’t have thought we’d be in this position after the first match,” admitted head coach Townsend. It’s not all in our hands because France will play after us. Scotland’s Kyle Steyn (left) with head coach Gregor Townsend (Andrew Milligan/PA)But it was the rampant Scots who stole the show with one of their greatest-ever performances to blow Fabien Galthie’s team away. “We are disappointed,” said head coach Galthie.

Why David Beckham didn't show for controversial Donald Trump White House visit with Inter MiamiLionel Messi and his Inter Miami team-mates met United States president Donald Trump at the White House to commemorate the club's MLS Cup triumphView Image Sir David Beckham is a co-owner of Inter Miami CF (Image: (Rich Storry/Getty Images))Sir David Beckham missed Inter Miami’s White House reception on Thursday due to a 'longstanding commitment'. Lionel Messi and his Inter Miami team-mates met United States president Donald Trump at the White House to commemorate the club's MLS Cup triumph. "We complied with a protocol that is a tradition to come to the White House for being the championship team. We were there a few hours, got to see a little bit of the White House, not much, what we could. During the reception, President Trump said: "My son [Barron] said, 'Dad, do you know who's going to be there today?'

Garda Headquarters said while Garda members “can generally retire after 30 years’ service to the State the majority continue providing that valuable service until compulsory retirement age”. The mandatory retirement age for those of garda, sergeant and inspector rank was previously 57 years, though that was increased to 60 years in 2004. It was extended again 18 months ago to 62 years, for all Garda members, under the An Garda Síochána Retirement Regulations 2024. New data from the Department of Justice reveals 112 Garda members have opted to remain in the force beyond the age of 60 years, since the mandatory retirement age was increased to 62 years in September 2024. “Long serving gardaí have a lot of experience and if they want to continue, we should keep them in the force.

Six Nations: Italy 23 England 18England suffered a historic first defeat to Italy with a 23-18 collapse at the Stadio Olimpico raising the grim prospect of falling to their worst Guinness Six Nations finish. The Azzurri found the killer touch when it mattered most, condemning England to a third consecutive mauling that intensifies the scrutiny on Steve Borthwick’s regime. Error-prone England continued to shoot themselves in the foot but with uncertainty also creeping into Italy’s game, they remained in the fight with Ben Earl and Roebuck influential. The conversion and two penalties nudged England 18-10 ahead and with Giacomo Nicotera sent to the sin-bin, the outlook was looking up for the visitors. With Itoje still off the field, Italy crafted a wonderful try down the left with Leonardo Marin crossing after Menoncello had marauded through the England defence and it was all over for Borthwick’s team.

BBC racing commentator John Hunt has opened up about his grief following the murder of his wife and two daughters. John Hunt is pictured with his wife Carol, who was killed alongside two of their two daughters'Ultimately, you have no control over how you’re feeling from one minute to the next. Clifford, 27, refused to attend court for his sentencing — a final act of cowardice after months of inflicting horror on the Hunt family. Together they have launched The Hunt Family Fund, created in honour of Carol, Hannah and Louise to support causes that help and inspire young women. The Hunt family say they will never stop fighting for the memories of the three women.

Leeds pub hailed as 'the best' shuts leaving regulars heartbroken'A huge thank you to everyone who has supported the venue'View Image The Station Hop, in Morley, has closed (Image: Facebook)Many punters have been left devastated following the closure of a popular community pub in Leeds. ‌The Station Hop, in Station Road, Morley has announced its closure. On Facebook, a statement reads: “Our time at The Station Hop has sadly come to an end. All the best to everyone who worked there.”Maria Popova said: “You were the best pub in Morley - we are all so gutted.”Article continues belowTo find out the latest food and drink news in our city you can visit our Best in Leeds homepage. Yorkshire Live has launched Explore Yorkshire, which will look at Yorkshire's unique identity and destinations and celebrate God's Own County for what it is - the best place in the world.

From Demi Moore to Lindsay Lohan and Amanda Seyfried, several actresses have shocked fans with the true pronunciation of their names. All the celebrity names you've been mispronouncing from Lindsay Lohan to Margot Robbie and Amanda Seyfried - how many did YOU get wrong? Amanda Seyfried (Amanda Sigh-Fred)Graham Norton shocked fans when he recently introduced The Housemaid star as 'Amanda Si-Fred' on his show last month. However even Amanda and her sister cannot agree on the same way to say it. The actress lamented people getting the pronunciation wrong and claimed that especially people in the UK fall short of getting it right.

Man Utd add shock £40m Premier League attacker to summer transfer shortlistManchester United will look to bolster their attacking options in the summer transfer window and AFC Bournemouth's Marcus Tavernier is among the players who have caught their eyeView 2 Images Marcus Tavernier has emerged as a potential summer transfer target for Manchester United (Image: Stu Forster)Marcus Tavernier is among the potential players Manchester United may target this summer in their search for a new left winger, it has been claimed. ‌The Red Devils are light on out-and-out wide players with Ruben Amorim preferring to play with wing-backs. But with United improving significantly in a different shape after ditching Amorim's preferred back three system under Michael Carrick, the club are expected to recruit for a wide attacker in the summer. His form has also attracted interest from elsewhere in the Premier League with Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest also admirers. I love doing what I'm doing.