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Women who were groomed, trafficked and sexually exploited by drug gangs as teenagers have accused police and social services of failing to protect them, as a BBC documentary examines why the abuse has continued for more than two decades. Five survivors describe being raped, assaulted and forced to have sex with gang members and their associates while also being used to sell or transport drugs across Britain. Four have chosen to reveal their identities in Britain’s Forgotten Girls, which airs on BBC Two tonight. The women say some officers appeared more concerned with gathering intelligence about criminal networks and pursuing…

Lee Mack celebrated another National Television Awards triumph with his three children by his side after The 1% Club won the Quiz Show prize for the fourth consecutive year. The 58-year-old comedian’s ITV programme saw off competition from Ant and Dec’s Limitless Win, Michael McIntyre’s The Wheel, Richard Osman’s House of Games and The Chase at Tuesday night’s ceremony. Mack, who generally keeps his family life away from the spotlight, revealed that Arlo, 21, Louie, 19, and Millie, 14, had attended the event as he collected the award. “My kids don’t usually come to these things, but my kids, Arlo,…

An Ohio man has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for a campaign of cyberstalking and sextortion involving multiple victims, including the use of artificial intelligence to create sexually explicit images. The defendant used AI-generated content as part of efforts to harass and intimidate victims online. The case involved multiple cybercrime offences, including cyberstalking and sextortion. Sextortion is a form of blackmail in which offenders threaten to distribute intimate or sexual material unless victims comply with their demands. The use of manipulated or AI-generated images can allow criminals to target people even when no genuine photographs exist. The 15-year…

Chelsea regard Estevao Willian as a long-term cornerstone despite concerns over his reduced role under new manager Xabi Alonso, with the club reportedly considering an improved contract for the Brazil international. The 19-year-old made a strong impression during his first season at Stamford Bridge and remains highly valued internally, even though he has not yet established himself as a regular starter under Alonso. The Daily Telegraph reports that Chelsea have no major concerns about Estevao’s mood and believe his desire is simply to play more often. The winger is understood to remain part of the club’s group of untouchable young…

A man has been shot dead in the car park of a community centre in Sydney’s south-west, with police investigating the killing in Punchbowl. Emergency services were called to Rossmore Avenue at about 5.50pm on Wednesday, September 9, after reports that a man had been shot. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene. His identity has not yet been confirmed. New South Wales police have established a crime scene and are carrying out inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the fatal shooting. Further details have not been released.

Jimmy Kimmel returned to ABC on Tuesday night with a sustained attack on Donald Trump, hours after reports claimed his long-running late-night show could end in 2027. The comedian’s first programme after a three-month summer break also marked the 4,000th episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live!. He did not address the reports about the show’s future, instead devoting a 15-minute opening monologue to the president. “Donald Trump and I have one thing in common,” Kimmel told the audience. “We both accomplished nothing all summer long.” He said that when he left for his break in June, the United States was facing…

Dua Lipa has shared a series of holiday snaps from a girls’ break in the US, including a playful paddle-board stunt and a string of bikini photographs. The singer, 31, showed off her balance by performing a headstand on a board in a lake, while another image showed her posing in a strapless bikini as she enjoyed the sunshine. Alongside the pictures, which she posted on Tuesday, September 8, Lipa wrote: “Everyone left the city for Labour Day… so naturally I observed the holiday too.” The collection also featured the pop star in a semi-sheer halterneck dress during an evening…

Liverpool have identified Newcastle United defender Malick Thiaw as a potential long-term successor to Virgil van Dijk, but face competition from Manchester United for the Germany international. Neither club has opened formal negotiations for the 25-year-old, who has established himself as a regular at St James’ Park since joining Newcastle from AC Milan in August 2025. Both sides are understood to be continuing to monitor his progress ahead of possible defensive recruitment in 2027. Liverpool monitor Newcastle defender Malick Thiaw Thiaw’s performances in the Premier League have attracted attention because of his physical presence, pace and ability to defend in…

Elijah Hollands has brought the curtain down on his AFL career after Carlton delisted the 24-year-old, saying his health and wellbeing must now take priority over the sport he has played since childhood. Hollands shared a lengthy statement on Instagram after Carlton confirmed he was among seven players who would leave the club. He said he had spent considerable time trying to find the right words to describe the decision, but accepted that his football career had not unfolded as he once imagined. “Football means an extreme amount to me,” Hollands wrote. “My dad played professional footy, my great-grandfather played…

A new documentary portraying Elon Musk as a figure whose immense wealth and influence have become a global danger premiered at the Venice Film Festival on Tuesday, with former partner Ashley St Clair claiming the billionaire offered her $40 million (£30 million) to stay out of the film. Musk, directed by Oscar-winning filmmaker Alex Gibney, runs for 225 minutes with a further ten-minute interval and was shown out of competition at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival. Its contributors include Musk’s first wife Justine Musk, technology journalists and former colleagues, as well as St Clair. ([labiennale.org](https://www.labiennale.org/en/cinema/2026/venice-open-out-competition/musk?utm_source=openai)) St Clair, who has…