What Happened in Norwich? In May 2024, a distressing incident unfolded in Norwich, England, when a 27-year-old asylum seeker, Dan Tesfalul, raped a woman in a car park after she …
Darren Smith

Darren Smith
Darren Smith reports on a wide range of topics, from major global developments to in-depth local investigations. Darren holds a degree in History and Media Studies, and has spoken at journalism panels on misinformation, media ethics, and the evolving role of digital news in public discourse.
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Brits
British Woman, 65, Found Beaten to Death in Trémolat, France: A Shocking Village Tragedy
by Darren Smithby Darren SmithWhat Happened in Trémolat? In the quiet, idyllic village of Trémolat, nestled in the scenic Dordogne region of southwestern France, a brutal crime has shattered the peace. A 65-year-old British …
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Politics
Keir Starmer Faces Internal Labour Rift Over Net Zero Policy as Ed Miliband’s Role Comes Under Scrutiny
by Darren Smithby Darren SmithA fresh political storm has engulfed the Labour Party just days ahead of key local elections, as Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces mounting pressure over the future of Energy Secretary …
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TV&Showbiz
Lush Faces Backlash Over Trans Rights Leaflet Found in Children’s Party Bags
by Darren Smithby Darren SmithLush Cosmetics is at the center of a public controversy after a transgender rights leaflet was reportedly handed out to children as young as seven during a birthday party hosted …
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Economy
US Economy Contracts 0.3% in Q1 as Trump Tariffs Trigger Global Recession Fears
by Darren Smithby Darren SmithThe U.S. economy shrank by 0.3% in the first quarter of 2025, marking the first decline in gross domestic product (GDP) in three years. The contraction, announced by the U.S. …
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Health
Asda Issues Urgent Recall of Chicken Product Over Food Poisoning Risk
by Darren Smithby Darren SmithUK supermarket giant Asda has issued an urgent product recall over a popular chicken item due to fears it could cause food poisoning. The recall, announced in coordination with the Food Standards Agency …
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Health
UK Health Authorities Issue Urgent Warning as Meningitis W Cases Rise Among Pilgrims Returning from Saudi Arabia
by Darren Smithby Darren SmithUK health officials have raised an urgent alert following a notable increase in cases of Meningococcal Group W (MenW) disease among individuals returning from religious pilgrimages in Saudi Arabia. The …
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Royals
Prince William Returns to England to Support King Charles and Queen Camilla Amid Royal Pressures
by Darren Smithby Darren SmithPrince William, the Prince of Wales, has made a swift return to public royal duties, signaling a renewed chapter in his support for King Charles III and Queen Camilla. Following …
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Sport
Eni Aluko Quits Women’s Football Awards Amid Ian Wright Row: Inside the Controversy Rocking Football Media
by Darren Smithby Darren SmithEni Aluko has stepped back from her presenting role at the prestigious Women’s Football Awards following backlash over controversial remarks made about fellow football pundit Ian Wright. The controversy began after an …
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Politics
Tony Blair Slams Starmer’s Net Zero Plan as ‘Doomed to Fail’ Amid Miliband’s Green Agenda Backlash
by Darren Smithby Darren SmithThe gloves are off. Former Prime Minister Tony Blair has launched a stinging rebuke of Keir Starmer’s Net Zero strategy, branding it “doomed to fail” and warning that Labour’s current …