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This Day in History - 3rd January
1777
The Battle of Princeton, in New Jersey, ended with George Washington’s defeat ofthe British, led by Cornwallis.
Almost 40 Per Cent of Courts Empty Despite Rising Crime
Between 25 per cent and 40 per cent of courts are empty, with the Ministry for Justice confirming that it had cut the number of sitting days for judges by 15 per cent.
This Day in History - 2nd January
1727The birth of British general James Wolfe, known for his training reforms but remembered chiefly for his victory over the French in Canada. His service in Flanders and in Scotland, where he took part in the suppression of the Jacobite Rebellion, brought him to the attention of his superiors. Wolfe's part in the taking of Quebec in 1759 led to his death in battle but earned him posthumous fame and he became an icon of Britain's victory in the Seven Years War and subsequent territorial expansion.
Diane Abbott’s son appears in court over attacks
THE son of Labour MP and Mathematician Diane Abbott appeared in court yesterday over an alleged string of attacks on NHS staff and cops.
Top Schools Reject Scholarship Funding for Poor White Boys
Two top colleges have rejected an offer to fund the education of poor white boys, for fear of violating anti-discrimination laws.
This Day in History - 31st December
Khan's London: Mother stabbed three times in front of child
This Day in History - 30th December
1460 The Wars of the Roses: The defeat and death of Richard Plantagenet, 3rd Duke of York and claimant to the English throne, at the Battle of Wakefield.
The Blair Creature Bidded for EU Cash While Campaigning Against Brexit
Former British Prime Minister and Iraq War architect Tony Blair held talks with the EU about receiving funding for his personal institute while campaigning to frustrate the Brexit.