Crime rate falling ever faster, but drug and gun offences increase

"· Police record 9% decline in year to September · More use of firearms as threats, but fewer deathsThe fall in the annual crime rate in England and Wales is accelerating, with a drop of 9% recorded by the police in the year to September 2007, according to Home Office...

Jay-Z to Step Down as President of Def Jam

Formerly retired rapper and current head of Def Jam, Jay-Z, will leave his position as CEO and President of Def Jam Records at the end of this year. He's also signaled an end to his rap retirement, with the...

Prisoner Escapes Again By Helicopter

"French police are hunting a convicted killer who escaped from prison for a second time - and again used a helicopter for his getaway.In the latest breakout, Pascal Payet was freed with the help of four masked men...

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