Author: News Desk

Friday’s headlines feature a real variety of domestic and international stories, from the ongoing Ukraine peace talks to the online safety bill. 

The sun is out here in the capital, and the weekend is just around the corner, so grab yourself a coffee and let’s have a quick look at this morning’s bulletins.

Andrew Johnston, a former contestant on Britain’s Got Talent, is on trial for allegedly raping two women, with the prosecution detailing instances of non-consensual sexual activity.

The Supreme Court ruling clarifies that “woman” and “sex” under the Equality Act 2010 refer to biological definitions, allowing some single-sex services to exclude trans women.

Following a recent earthquake in Istanbul, over 150 people suffered injuries, mainly from jumping from buildings, but no fatalities have been reported.

Cliff Notes – Ian Darke’s Premier League flops of the season Højlund Foden more Phil Foden has struggled to regain his form after a stellar previous season, impacting both Manchester City and England’s performances. His future may hinge on finding his optimal position within the team. Rasmus Højlund has had a disappointing season at Manchester United, scoring only three goals in 27 matches, leading to speculation about his future at the club after a significant transfer fee. Raheem Sterling’s loan at Arsenal has not revitalised his career, with a lack of goals and assists highlighting his struggles since leaving Manchester…

Houthi rebels in Yemen have successfully shot down seven U.S. Reaper drones over a period of less than six weeks, amounting to a financial loss exceeding $200 million for the Pentagon.

Hamas has expressed a willingness to transfer governance of Gaza to another Palestinian entity, potentially the Palestinian Authority, amid ongoing ceasefire negotiations led by Egypt and Qatar.

The FIA, Formula 1, and team representatives convened in Geneva to refine the technical framework for the upcoming 2026 engine regulations, aiming to mitigate significant performance disparities among manufacturers.

Donald Trump’s tariffs and trade policies are prompting global economic policymakers to reassess their strategies while highlighting concerns about trade imbalances and reliance on a single economic partner, particularly China.

JoJo Siwa revealed on Celebrity Big Brother that she received a bomb in the mail from a stalker when she was just 12 years old, which led to the perpetrator being imprisoned for five years.