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Man jailed for 25 years for sexually assaulting two children

Man jailed for 25 years for sexually assaulting two children

February 2, 2025 by

A MAN has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for sexually assaulting two children. Christopher McCormack, 63, of Campion Way, Sheringham, Norfolk, was jailed at Norwich Crown Court on Thursday and was also handed a further two years on licence. "McCormack's offending was relentless and sustained, causing years of suffering for his victims," said Detective Constable Pippa … [Read more...] about Man jailed for 25 years for sexually assaulting two children

Three men from Ireland arrested in England as part of investigation into fake banknotes

February 2, 2025 by

THREE men from Ireland have been arrested In West Yorkshire, England, as part of an investigation into the use of fake Scottish banknotes across the county. The three men from Co. Galway have been charged with conspiracy to have custody or control of a thing knowing it was a counterfeit currency note. They are due to appear at Leeds Crown Court on February 22. Arrests Officers … [Read more...] about Three men from Ireland arrested in England as part of investigation into fake banknotes

Saint Tommy? Bid underway to have late Celtic legend Tommy Burns canonised

February 2, 2025 by

A BID is underway to have late Celtic legend Tommy Burns made a saint. The Tommy Burns Cause for Canonisation Co-ordinating Team is hoping they can convince the Bishop of Paisley, Fr John Keenan, to formally begin the process. Speaking to the Diocese of Paisley official podcast, Chris McLaughlin said he firmly believes the footballer was a saint who put his faith into action … [Read more...] about Saint Tommy? Bid underway to have late Celtic legend Tommy Burns canonised

Man stabbed in eye during Belfast assault

February 2, 2025 by

POLICE in Belfast are appealing for information following a report of a serious assault during which a man was stabbed in the eye. The incident occurred on Friday evening in the Eia Street area in the north of the city. The injured man sustained nerve damage to his eye as a result of the attack, which was carried out by three men. "It was reported to police on Saturday, … [Read more...] about Man stabbed in eye during Belfast assault

Man arrested as part of investigation into high-value cross-border thefts

February 2, 2025 by

A MAN has been arrested as part of an investigation into recent high-value cross-border thefts. Searches were carried out at three properties in Omagh, Co. Tyrone following the thefts in Letterkenny, Co. Donegal. The searches uncovered suspected stolen goods and a 'significant' amount of cash. "We were made aware by our colleagues in An Garda Síochána of recent thefts in the … [Read more...] about Man arrested as part of investigation into high-value cross-border thefts

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May 30, 1971

Murphy wearing the U.S. Army khaki "Class A" uniform with full-size medals, 1948.
Murphy wearing the U.S. Army khaki “Class A” uniform with full-size medals, 1948.

Audie Murphy, the most decorated combat soldier of World War II, died tragically on this day in a plane crash. He was 46. Audie, one of 9 children, was born on June 20, 1924, near the town of Kingston, Texas. “We were share-crop farmers,” he wrote. “And to say that the family was poor would be an understatement. Poverty dogged our every step.” When he was 18, Audie enlisted in the army. The slight, freckle-faced kid was turned down by the Marines and the paratroopers before the infantry took him. He went on to earn 21 medals for bravery and the Congressional Medal of Honor. He is buried in Arlington Cemetery.

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