Essex
Counterterrorism Officers to Lead Investigation Into Death of UK MP David Amess
“It will be for investigators to determine whether or not this is a terrorist incident. But as always, they will keep an open mind,” said Essex Police Chief Constable Ben-Julian Harrington.
Tributes Paid After Stabbing of ‘Kind and Good’ UK MP David Amess
Tributes have poured in for Conservative MP Sir David Amess, who has died after being attacked in his constituency.
The Gangland Murder That Spawned a Cult Film Universe
The killing of The Essex Boys one December night in 1995 inspired The Rise of the Footsoldier' series and its army of loyal fans.
The 39 Migrant Deaths in Essex Are Proof That Borders Kill
While coverage has focussed on crossing points and perilous journeys, borders extend into every aspect of the lives of marginalised people.
This Ancient Prince's Tomb Was Found Between a Pub and a Supermarket
Scientists unveil new insights about the 6th century 'Prince of Prittlewell.'
The Horrific Violence Faced by Homeless People in the UK
Angela Millington's killing represents just one of the many underreported murders of homeless people.
London's Ultra-Orthodox Jews Are Moving to Brexit-land
What happens when the deepest, whitest island in the south meets its new neighbours – the only colony of Haredi Jews outside of London?
How Drug Dealing Gangs Are Taking Over the Countryside
We took a trip to the Essex borough of Thurrock to see how the housing crisis and the "going country" phenomenon is affecting Britain's towns and villages.
The Hacker Training Ground in Suburban Essex
This month, a 24-year-old was jailed after setting up a website where hackers could dummy run their software before launching it for attacks.
You've Never Heard of the Most Successful Independence Party in Britain
Nevermind the SNP or Plaid Cymru, there is a radical independence movement growing in Canvey Island and they're threatening a referendum.
The Next Blood Orange Album Is About Growing Up Black in England
“If Freetown was delving into my parents from my eyes, this one is me looking at my younger self,” Dev Hynes has said.
I Took Rat Boy on a Date to McDonalds and Felt Like a Teen Again
We ate veggie burgers, fries, coke and ice cream and it was dope.