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News of the Times - Unlocking the vaults of historical crime

Welcome to News of the Times!Step into the shadowed alleyways and gaslit parlours of the 18th and 19th centuries with News of the Times — a meticulously curated journey through historical crime. Each episode draws from authentic reports and court records, bringing you the darkly fascinating tales that gripped Georgian, Victorian, and Edwardian Britain.With over 500 episodes and counting, we explore true accounts of mischief, murder, and mayhem from days gone by — all delivered with a wry nod and a

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35:31

The Mysterious Murderer Enabler of Norfolk: Hannah...

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2025/03/10

The Mysterious Murderer Enabler of Norfolk: Hannah ShortenNews of the Times Episode 461 | 1832 & 1835In today’s episode, we’re traveling back to Norfolk in the 1830s—a place left shaken by not one, but two shocking cases of multiple murder, just a few years apart. And at the center of both? Whispers of a cunning woman—another word for a witch—named Hannah Shorten.In both cases, Hannah is said to have quietly offered her mystical advice to women desperate to change their fates.First, in 1832, we

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45:41

Exploring The McKay Mother Murder | A Chilling 1927...

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2025/03/07

Exploring The McKay Mother Murder | A Chilling 1927 Scottish CrimeNews of the Times Episode 460 | 1927In today’s episode, we are heading back to 1927 in Glasgow, Scotland.A man rowing along the River Clyde spots what looks like a white bundle on the shore. But when he investigates… what he finds is beyond horrifying. Inside are the dismembered remains of an elderly woman — her head brutally battered, limbs severed, and signs that someone had tried to burn her head.The gruesome discovery quickly

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35:46

The Isle of Wight Murder of 1877

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2025/03/05

The Isle of Wight Murder of 1877News of the Times Episode 459 | 1877Welcome to today’s episode, where we travel back to 1877 and uncover a shocking crime on the Isle of Wight.Maria Barber, seeking a fresh start, returns to her father’s home on the island with her partner. Her father—living with a partner of his own—doesn’t question their relationship, and life in the house carries on despite whispers among the neighbours about its growing reputation.Then, one fateful day, everything changes. While

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35:49

Case of the Harley Street Murder Mystery of 1880

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2025/03/03

Case of the Harley Street Murder Mystery of 1880News of the Times Episode 458 | 1880Welcome to today’s episode, where we step back in time to 1880 and uncover a chilling mystery in London’s prestigious Harley Street.A newly hired butler, troubled by a terrible stench near the cellar, decides to investigate. Behind the cistern, he discovers a large cask, oddly topped with empty seltzer water bottles. Assuming it’s filled with more of the same, he pries it open—only to be met with a gruesome sight:

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28:09

Deadly Betrayal: The 1828 Mother’s Assassination...

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2025/02/28

Deadly Betrayal: The 1828 Mother’s Assassination ConspiracyNews of the Times Episode 457 | 1828Welcome to today’s episode, where we dive into a gripping tale from 1828—one that reveals a dark and twisted side of deadly loyalty.Thomas Ellson, a 24-year-old member of a notorious sheep-stealing gang, finds himself at the centre of a shocking case. When fellow gang member James Harrison is caught for a different crime, he strikes a deal for his freedom: testifying against Ellson.But before the trial can

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35:50

Exploring a Deadly Case of Jealousy and Murder

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2025/02/26

Exploring a Deadly Case of Jealousy and MurderNews of the Times Episode 53 | 1840 Welcome to today’s episode, where we travel back to 1881, to an isolated farm near St Columb.Mrs. Chapman, a mother of six, finds herself at the centre of a deadly confrontation. Accused of having an affair with a farmhand brought in for the harvest, she faces her enraged husband—armed and dangerous. First, he brandishes a gun, then turns to a knife, driving it into her stomach and inflicting multiple wounds.Was it

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34:31

The 1905 Case of the One-Armed Bigamist Murderer

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2025/02/24

The 1905 Case of the One-Armed Bigamist MurdererNews of the Times Episode 455 | 1905Today, we take you back to 1905 in Birkenhead, near Liverpool.The community is left reeling when William Hancock, a well-known one-armed bailiff’s assistant, is arrested for a brutal attack on his 15-year-old daughter—an incident that unfolds after his wife narrowly escapes his murderous threats. But this shocking crime is just the beginning, as more dark secrets about Hancock come to light.We delve into the chilling

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26:23

The Sinister Plot of Murderous Mary-Anne and Her...

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2025/02/21

The Sinister Plot of Murderous Mary-Anne and Her Paramour News of the Times Episode 453 | 1831We’re traveling back to Coventry in 1831, where a shocking murder case has captured public attention. Mary Anne and her lover, 21-year-old Edward Clarke, stand accused of poisoning her uncle, William Higgins—the man who took her in as an orphan and raised her as his own daughter.Couples who kill together are a rare phenomenon, making this case all the more intriguing. We’ll explore the background, the

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36:45

The Morton Murder Mystery | What Really Happened at...

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2025/02/19

The Morton Murder Mystery | What Really Happened at the FarmNews of the Times Episode 452 | 1933In today’s episode, we take you to Towton in 1933, where a devastating fire has reduced a well-known cattle farm to ashes. The barn and sheds are completely destroyed—but the real horror lies in what’s left behind.Amidst the charred remains of a car in the barn, investigators find a body, barely recognizable. Only a set of house keys and a wedding ring survive the flames, allowing for identification. But

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42:34

A Hatchet, A Gunshot & A Widow’s Denial | The...

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2025/02/17

A Hatchet, A Gunshot & A Widow’s Denial | The Chilling Case of David BuchananNews of the Times Episode 451 | 1881Step back to 1881 in Derry, where a truly gruesome crime has taken place.82-year-old ex-soldier David Buchanan is found dead in his bed, his face allegedly shattered by a self-inflicted gunshot. Blood and gore cover the walls, floor, and sheets. But something doesn’t add up.David suffered from severe palsy, was bedridden, and needed assistance with even the simplest tasks. How could

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39:03

Who Killed William Swann in 1903?

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2025/02/14

Who killed William Swann in 1903?News of the Times Episode 450 | 1903Today, we take you to Wombwell, near Barnsley in South Yorkshire. The year is 1903.William Swann and his wife, Emily decide to take in a lodger—John Gallagher. But what starts as a financial arrangement soon turns into something far more dangerous.The Swanns' marriage is already volatile, and tensions reach a breaking point when Emily and Gallagher's not-so-secret affair comes to light. William throws Gallagher out and

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38:27

The Case of the Cambridge Killing

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2025/02/12

The Case of the Cambridge KillingNews of the Times Episode 449 | 1881Today, we travel back to Cambridge in 1882, where a shocking and suspicious death has rattled the community.Mrs. Emma Howell, the long-suffering wife of an insurance salesman, has died—but the circumstances suggest it was far from natural. For years, she confided in family about her mistreatment at the hands of her husband. With her son recently married and out of the house, Mrs. Howell found herself alone—and afraid.Investigators

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The Case of the St. Neot's Murder

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2025/02/10

Case of the St Neots Murder: A Widow's Secret Romance Leads to MurderNews of the Times Episode 448 | 1898In today's episode from Victorian England, we have a story of scandal, betrayal, and dark secrets in the quiet town of St Neots, Cambridgeshire.Annie Holmes, a widowed mother of three, has been having intimate relations with her cousin, Walter Horsford—a young farmer with his own ambitions. When Walter moves on and marries another, Annie drops a shocking revelation… She’s pregnant.What

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40:33

The Twisted Case of The Stepney Murder

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2025/02/07

The Twisted Case of The Stepney MurderNews of the Times Episode 447 | 1860Today, we take you to 1860 Stepney, East London.When wealthy widow Mary Emsley vanishes, concerned neighbours alert the police. Forcing entry, officers uncover a gruesome scene—Mrs Emsley, brutally bludgeoned, her skull shattered. A crime of greed, but with a twist: the cautious landlady would only have opened her door to someone she trusted.A hefty reward sparks fresh leads, with a witness claiming to have seen a suspect

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44:01

The Case of the Fatal Refusal

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2025/02/05

The Case of the Fatal RefusalNews of the Times Episode 446 | 1863In today’s episode, we journey to Derbyshire in 1863.Elizabeth “Bessie” Goodwin, 22, is known for her kindness and remarkable talents. For years, she has shared an understanding of engagement with George Townley—a musically gifted but financially struggling young man. With Townley living miles away in Manchester, their relationship is sustained largely through letters. However, marriage remains an impossible dream.Bessie resides with

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47:13

Uncovering the Brutal 1878 Limerick Dung Heap Murder

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2025/02/03

Uncovering the Brutal 1878 Limerick Dung Heap MurderNews of the Times Episode 445 | 1878Today, we journey back to Limerick in 1878, where a gruesome discovery shocks the community. What begins as routine labour for two workers takes a horrifying turn when they unearth the remains of a child buried beneath a dung heap. But the horror doesn’t end there — within hours, they make an even more disturbing find: the decomposing body of a woman hidden in the very same pile.As the investigation unfolds,

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29:17

Exploring the Gruesome 1868 Outrage and Murder in...

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2025/01/31

Exploring the Gruesome 1868 Outrage and Murder in ScotlandNews of the Times Episode 444 | 1869In today’s episode, we journey back to Scotland to the year 1868 — a time of change. And at the heart of it, a crime so chilling in its day, it would capture international attention.Robert Smith, a young drifter, and man of occasional employment one fateful day, visits a house with a lone middle aged woman with a nefarious plan in mind.However, his plan is diverted when a nine-year-old girl crosses his

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31:49

A Shocking 1824 Irish Exorcism Gone Wrong

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2025/01/30

A Shocking 1824 Irish Exorcism Gone WrongNews of the Times Episode 443 | 1824In today’s episode, we travel back to 1824, Ballymore, Ireland, where one extraordinary case shakes the community to its core, revealing the deep divides within the country.The Rev. Mr. John Carroll is on a self-proclaimed mission to cast out devils from the poor and afflicted of the area. Some argue that he is more interested in crafting a reputation as a living saint. Regardless, his following is large and devout.On one

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34:21

The Curious Case of James Kelly

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2025/01/27

News of the Times Episode 442 | 1883 - 1927In today’s episode, we dive into the twisted case of James Kelly, whose story begins in 1883 with the tragic murder of his new wife. Initially found guilty, Kelly’s sentence is commuted after being declared insane, leading to his confinement at Broadmoor. But in 1888, Kelly escapes—around the same time the Ripper murders begin—and suspicion grows that he could be the infamous killer.Kelly’s path takes him to France and America, fueling theories that he may

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48:38

The Murderess Timney - The Last Public Female...

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2025/01/24

The Murderess Timney - The Last Public Female Execution in ScotlandNews of the Times Episode 440 | 1862In today’s episode it is 1862 Carsphairn Ireland, a small village some 14 miles from New Galloway.27 year old Mary Timney, with four children, sees her neighbour, Ann Hannah, a 40 year old spinster who live in and cares for the house of her brothers. The Hannah family are more affluent. Ann also enjoys a good relationship with Mary’s husband. Mary knows that her husband’s attention has become

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