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Cliff Notes The Southport attack, a violent incident involving 18-year-old Axel Rudakubana, resulted in the tragic deaths of three young girls and injuries to others, prompting a public inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the attack. Family members of survivors shared moving accounts of their children’s bravery during the incident, highlighting their resilience despite facing severe trauma and physical injuries. The inquiry is examining whether the attack could have been prevented, scrutinising Rudakubana’s prior interactions with various authorities, including mental health services and the police. Parents tell ‘untold stories’ of how their ‘hero’ daughters survived Southport attack | UK News .…

Cliff Notes Michael Madsen, known for roles in Reservoir Dogs and Thelma & Louise, passed away at 67 from heart failure, with heart disease and alcoholism cited as contributing factors. His death, deemed due to natural causes with no suspicious circumstances, has been confirmed by the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department. Madsen’s career spanned over 40 years, featuring collaborations with Quentin Tarantino and a forthcoming book titled Tears For My Father: Outlaw Thoughts And Poems. Reservoir Dogs actor Michael Madsen died from heart failure, says cardiologist | Ents & Arts News Actor Michael Madsen, who starred in Reservoir Dogs and Thelma…

Cliff Notes – Chelsea’s Pedro ‘sorry for’ Fluminense in Club World Cup exit João Pedro scored twice to secure Chelsea’s 2-0 victory over Fluminense in the Club World Cup semi-final, shortly after joining the club from Brighton. Despite his success, Pedro expressed gratitude towards Fluminense, stating he felt “sorry” for his former team and acknowledged their role in his career development. Chelsea will face the winner of the PSG vs. Real Madrid semi-final in the final, scheduled for Sunday at MetLife Stadium. Chelsea’s Pedro ‘sorry for’ Fluminense in Club World Cup exit EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — João Pedro kept the…

Cliff Notes – Line of Duty’s ‘biggest rival’ confirms season 7 plot before fifth is even out Apple TV Plus has renewed Slow Horses for a seventh season, with the plot revolving around the Slow Horses team uncovering a mole within the British Government, mirroring the storyline of Mick Herron’s seventh novel, Bad Actors. The show, which has received critical acclaim with a 98% Rotten Tomatoes score, features a dysfunctional MI5 team led by Gary Oldman’s character, Jackson Lamb, and is praised for its unique blend of humour and high-stakes espionage. With seasons five and six already in production, the…

Christian Horner Sacked as Red Bull F1 Team Boss Christian Horner has been removed as CEO and team principal of the Red Bull Formula 1 team with immediate effect, marking the end of a 20-year tenure that saw the team rise to dominance in the sport. Horner’s departure comes amid a worrying downturn for Red Bull, which has struggled to maintain competitiveness in recent seasons. In the first half of the 2025 season, the team found itself languishing in fourth place in the constructors’ championship, prompting the management shake-up. The End of an Era Replacing Horner is Laurent Mekies, the…

Cliff Notes: UK’s biggest house builders guilty CMA investigation The UK’s leading house builders will contribute £100m to affordable housing following a CMA investigation into sensitive information sharing practices among the firms. The payment will assist low-income households and first-time buyers across the UK, with no admission of wrongdoing from the companies involved. The house builders have proposed new guidelines to limit information sharing, aimed at enhancing competition and preventing future concerns. UK’s biggest housebuilders to pay record sum after CMA investigation into sensitive information-sharing The UK’s biggest house builders are set to pay a record sum to fund affordable…

Cliff Notes – Iconic heavy metal musician Kevin Riddles dies age 68 after cancer diagnosis Kevin Riddles, founding bassist of Angel Witch, passed away at 68, confirmed by surviving member Kevin Heybourne on Instagram. Riddles had been diagnosed with cancer and faced serious health issues leading to cancelled shows prior to his death. He was remembered as a legendary musician and character by both Angel Witch and his later band Baphomet, which he formed after leaving Angel Witch in 1982. Iconic heavy metal musician Kevin Riddles dies age 68 after cancer diagnosis Angel Witch bassist Kevin Riddles dies age 68.…

Russia executed its largest drone strike on Ukraine, with Ukraine’s air defence intercepting 718 of the 728 drones launched.

Many migrants from conflict-affected regions, such as South Sudan and Gaza, view Britain as a land of opportunity and safety, despite its increasing hostility towards asylum seekers.

Spanish police believe Liverpool player Diogo Jota was driving over the speed limit when he and his brother died in a car crash last week, following a tire burst.