1+ hour, 12+ min ago (736+ words) A warning period for the new law will end in the new year DRIVERS will receive hefty fines for a common infraction beginning in the new year. The "touch law" charges come as the warning period for the recent regulation ends. Iowa drivers will want to put away those cell phones and keep their eyes on the road as the change comes into place from Thursday, January 1. Anyone found to be using their device while driving will be issued a $100 ticket along with a traffic citation. While the hands free driving bill has been in effect since July of this year, the past couple of months have been used as a grace period to introduce the new law, with only warnings issued. However, beginning next year there will be a strict zero tolerance measure in place. Read More On Driving…...

1+ hour, 39+ min ago (674+ words) Prosecutors gave a painstaking minute-by-minute account of how they believe the two attacks unfolded THE accused killer of a Dutch teen cyclist raped another woman just days before the shocking murder of Lisa, a court has heard. Prosecutors gave a painstaking minute-by-minute account of Chris Jude's alleged actions across two nights in August, leaving one woman traumatised and a teen girl dead. The accused has reportedly been calling himself Chris Jude to police but his identity has not been verified despite a massive investigation into the horrific murder and rape which rocked the Netherlands. In court, he said he now calls himself "Desmond" as to not remind him of his past in orphanages across Nigeria. Prosecutors allege Jude first attacked a 30-year-old woman walking near Spaklerweg, 20 minutes outside central Amsterdam, on August 15. She had earphones in and didn't see her…...

1+ hour, 56+ min ago (643+ words) Affected people have until January 30 next year to make a claim ONLINE players can get their hands on millions as a gaming company agrees to settle over false advertising allegations. Players of Papaya Gaming apps, including Solitaire Cash, Bubble Cash, Bingo Cash, 21 Cash and Triple Match Cash could score a share in a $15 million settlement pot after the company was accused of misleading players. All players who had a Papaya account and made a deposit on one or more of the company's apps between January 1, 2019 and September 5, 2024 are eligible to make a claim in the class action. As well as this, all affected individuals who submit a valid claim and did not opt out of the settlement are eligible to receive a pro-rata share of the net settlement fund. In the lawsuit brought against the Philadelphia-based gaming giant, documents allege…...

2+ hour, 11+ min ago (168+ words) FIVE migrants who smashed into a man's car proceeded to hold him down and force him to watch his 18-year-old fianc'e get raped in a shocking attack in Italy, according to cops. The couple, who were reportedly naked during the incident, had parked up in the corner of a calm park, Tor Tre Teoste in the eastern part of Rome. Within minutes, the gang surrounded the pair after attacking the vehicle. Cops say the migrants first went for the 24-year-old man after smashing the window and dragging him out the car. They then forced the naked woman in the same way as she clutched onto clothing trying to cover herself. Glam dine & dashing fake influencer JAILED after 'conning 8 posh eateries' Are too many Brits getting benefits without even trying to work? VOTE NOW Giant 600ft "eyesore' elevator on" world's most beautiful…...

2+ hour, 15+ min ago (1236+ words) The wannabe influencer allegedly dodged the bills with offers of sex and social media posts A WANNABE influencer known for dine-dashing from some of New York's best eateries has been arrested after offering sex and Instagram reviews to get out of paying her bills. Police had been after Pei Chung, 34, following at least 10 reports of her allegedly scamming restaurants out of free meals. The law caught up with the accused serial dine-dasher when she was allegedly caught red-handed on Friday, after ordering $149 (113.50) in food from Mole Mexican Bar and Grill in Williamsburg, before refusing to pay the bill. She was arraigned on a theft-of-services charge on Saturday, following what would be her eighth arrest over similar accusations, New York Post reported. Chung has been arrested and charged seven times for the same theft-of-services offence. Fury as Greta Thunberg dyes Venice's…...

2+ hour, 42+ min ago (435+ words) Another state's license plate law will come into force in January DRIVERS risk being slapped with hefty fines worth up to $5,000 as part of a major crackdown when it comes to license plates." Millions of road users have been warned that customizing the appearance of plates is now a crime." And, drivers who are caught breaking the rules will not only receive a warning from a cop." Drivers that may be tempted to buy so-called flippers should think again. And, those who use flipping devices for criminal purposes risk a $5,000 fine." But, that's not the only penalty drivers in Florida could receive." read more on motors Drivers can ditch their license & leave the ID at home under new state law Final hours until Nov 1 'slow' law hits roads as drivers risk fines up to $500 They could get a prison sentence…...

3+ hour, 27+ min ago (676+ words) His family have said they have been left with questions HUMAN remains found during the search for a rodeo star who vanished more than six years ago belong to him, his family have said. Chance Englebert was last seen in Gering, Nebraska, in July 2019 after a bust-up with his in-laws." Englebert's disappearance sparked a search effort that involved a raft of agencies and even private investigators, but this didn't lead to him being found. Human remains were found by the Scotts Bluff National Monument in Gering last month in what was a major development six years after he vanished. Now, his family have shared a tragic update in a Facebook group dedicated to trying to find Englebert. "As most have already read on Facebook, unfortunately including our family before I could let them know that the DNA confirmed that it…...

3+ hour, 51+ min ago (696+ words) JAY Slater's devastated mum has revealed her plan for Jay's Law as she battles to prevent sick trolls from targeting grieving families. Debbie Duncan led a huge search across Tenerife for her missing son, who had travelled to the island to attend the NRG music festival last year. The 19-year-old vanished after being driven 30 miles up the mountains to an'Airbnb. He'fell around 80ft to his death'while trying to walk back to his accommodation in Los Cristianos from the village of Masca on June 17. His body was found almost a month later down a treacherous ravine. Last person to see Jay Slater alive makes 'sick' 'return to the same Airbnb' Now, in an interview with Good Morning Britain, Debbie has opened up about the swathes of misinformation she received while desperately searching for Jay and how she hopes to crack down on…...

4+ hour, 13+ min ago (533+ words) Turner has officially been declared a missing person THE wife of a missing high school football coach has issued a heartbreaking plea for his return. Travis Turner, head coach at Union High School in Virginia, has been missing since November 20. Police were deployed to Turner's home in Appalachia as part of a probe, per The NY Post. "This was part of the investigation, and NOT to arrest [Turner]," cops said in a statement. "While in transit, the agents were informed that Turner was no longer at the location." Turner, 46, was last seen entering the woods near his home. He was wearing a gray sweatshirt, sweatpants and glasses, according to the'Virginia State Police. Turner's wife Leslie took to social media on Friday to give an update on his disappearance. "I just wanted to get on here for a second to clear…...

12+ hour, 32+ min ago (447+ words) The police are trying to work out the motive behind the attack A WOMAN who was shot dead in Los Angeles has been identified as a young up-and-coming Latin musician. Maria De La Rosa was shot dead in the early hours of Saturday morning in what police described as an "ambush-style" killing. Witnesses say that they saw two unknown males run up to a parked vehicle and let off multiple shots. All three passengers inside were hit. The 22-year-old female singer was rushed to hospital, where she was pronounced dead. The two other victims are currently in critical condition. Read more about Los Angeles Kylie Jenner shows off famous curves in tiny bikini amid rocky romance rumours Diddy facing fresh sexual assault allegation as LA sheriff launches probe Their identities are also currently unknown. According to the LAPD, the shooting…...