News In UK\US | Trial of teen accused in Southport stabbings set to begin
The trial of Axel Rudakubana, 18, accused of murdering three children at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class in Southport, began at Liverpool Crown Court. The attack in July 2024 also injured ten others and sparked riots fueled by misinformation. Rudakubana faces multiple charges, including murder, attempted murder, and possession of a blade, along with later charges related to ricin production and possession of terrorist material. He has pleaded not guilty, and the trial is expected to last four weeks.