Newsbrief: UK Bans Criminals From Football, Travel, Pubs Under New Sentencing Policy The UK government has announced sweeping new powers that will bar offenders from pubs, concerts, football matches, and travel, as part of its Plan for Change. Judges will now be able to impose wider restrictions, including driving limits and mandatory drug tests, to deter reoffending. Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood said the reforms aim to “cut crime and make streets safer,” stressing that criminals must face restrictions even outside prison. The plan also includes billions in prison expansion, recruitment of probation officers, and AI tools to strengthen supervision of offenders.#UKPolicy #CrimeReform #Justice #PublicSafety

11 Stabbed in Random Knife Attack at Michigan Walmart, Suspect Arrested Eleven people were stabbed in a random attack at a Walmart in Traverse City, Michigan, on Saturday. Authorities say a 42-year-old man armed with a folding knife entered the store around 4:45 p.m. and began attacking shoppers. The Grand Traverse County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that the suspect was apprehended within minutes by a sheriff’s deputy, with help from bystanders who also rendered aid to the wounded. Six victims are in critical condition, and five others are in serious condition, according to Munson Healthcare. The victims' identities have not yet been released. Witnesses described the scene as chaotic and terrifying. Sheriff Tom Shea called the incident “tragic” and said the motive remains unclear. Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Walmart both released statements condemning the violence and expressing support for the victims. An investigation is ongoing. #WalmartStabbing, #TraverseCity, #MichiganNews, #MassStabbing, #PublicSafety, #GunViolenceAlternative,

Panic in Enugu: Residents Protest Discovery of Live Explosives in Farmlands, Blame Army Shooting Drills Residents of Ochima in Igbo-Etiti Local Government Area, Enugu State, have staged peaceful protests following the recent discovery of a live explosive in their farmland. The community alleges that the explosive is a consequence of the Nigerian Army’s shooting exercises conducted by the 82 Division, Enugu.  The community expresses fears over their safety, citing previous incidents where bullets, bombs, and missiles from military exercises have caused injuries, death, and property damage. They recall a tragic incident in February 2022 when a resident named Gloria was killed by a stray bullet during military activities.   Protesters carried placards with messages such as “Nigeria Army should leave Ochima community alone” and “Government should come and rescue Ochima community from Nigerian Army.” They report having found live bombs twice, last year and again recently, which required intervention by the police and bomb disposal experts.   The community reports that the military’s presence and activities have led to trauma, displacement, and disruption of farming and daily life. They previously protested in 2024 against military encroachment and took legal action, with the case pending in court.  The Town Union President General, Mr. Gerald Okwesili Ubaka, voiced concerns about the danger posed by the military shooting range and called for intervention from government authorities.  All efforts to get a reaction from the Nigerian Army, 82 Division, Enugu, proved abortive as the Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, Lt. Col. Jonah Unuakhalu, did not respond to calls or messages.  #EnuguProtests #OchimaCommunity #MilitaryExercises #PublicSafety