Reform UK’s surge in Doncaster has Ed Miliband on the ropes as Labour faces new threats in its former strongholds. Meanwhile, the government proposes releasing prisoners after serving just a third of their sentences — prompting fierce debate. Rupert Lowe escapes prosecution, and a viral TikTok critiques Labour’s “culture war confusion.” We cover today’s top UK political stories, cultural events across the country, and the week’s standout political podcasts and tweets in one sharp editorial roundup.

Cliff Notes Sean “Diddy” Combs is facing five felony charges, including racketeering conspiracy and multiple counts of sex trafficking and transportation for prostitution. The allegations…

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The second season was much anticipated. The show, which followed the titular spy as he went from smuggler to soldier to rebel leader over the course of several years, was hailed as a ‘masterpiece’ by critics when it was released on Disney Plus in late April.

Nigel Farage confirmed he will not stand in the 2026 Senedd election, stating, “I’m not Welsh so it’s not going to be me.”

Reece Galbraith, 33, has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for manslaughter following a house explosion in Newcastle that resulted in the deaths of seven-year-old Archie York and 35-year-old Jason Laws.

Beijing fears over UK-US trade accord cloud London’s bid to revive China ties FT says China has criticised a trade deal between the UK and…

Weight-loss drugs hailed as key to a longer life The Times highlights a recent report’s conclusion that weight loss drugs could help people live longer. The…

Longest justice fiasco: Cleared after 38 years The Daily Mirror says after spending 38 years in jail for a murder he did not commit, the now…

INNOCENT… AND FINALLY FREE AFTER 38 YEARS: I’m not angry I’m not bitter Metro says Peter Sullivan was branded the “Beast of Birkenhead over the killing…

DNA bombshell frees man after 38 years in prison for murder The Independent says new DNA evidence has freed pensioner Peter Sullivan – who was…

Golden age of obesity-fighting drugs on the way The Daily Express says the NHS is being urged to speed up the rollout of weight-loss drugs –…

Weight loss drugs key to longer life? Yes! – according to a new study, weight-loss drugs can delay diseases associated with ageing such as dementia and halve the number of deaths from heart attacks. The breakthrough research suggests people in the UK could be given access to such drugs in the near future as part of the government’s aim to drive preventative medicine.

Mixed Reception: Despite breaking Paramount Plus records with 2.2 million viewers on its release day, MobLand has faced mixed reviews, with some praising its performances while others criticise its accents and predictable plot.

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Many of the UK newspaper front pages are today leading with the news that Peter Sullivan has been freed after spending 38 years behind bars. New DNA evidence has led to Sullivan’s conviction being overturned – he is believed to be the longest-serving victim of a miscarriage of justice involving a living prisoner in modern British legal history.

Much of Wednesday’s headlines are dominated by the news that a man – convicted of the horrific murder of Diane Sindall in 1986, has finally been cleared and freed after new DNA evidence ruled him out.

Peter Sullivan has spent nearly 40 years behind bars in what is believed to be the longest miscarriage of justice involving a living prisoner in British legal history.

A new study has highlighted the benefits of weight-loss drugs beyond tackling obesity in the UK – other benefits include halving the risk of heart attacks and strokes and appearing to protect the heart almost immediately.

Assisted dying is also dominating the UK news this morning with GPs deeply divided on the issue. It comes after the Scottish assisted dying bill passed its first vote at Holyrood.

On the international front, Donald Trump has announced he will lift sanctions on Syria – as he embarks on a whirlwind tour of the Middle East, aimed at securing deals for the US and his private businesses.

Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have reportedly resulted in dozens of fatalities, including children, with one attack impacting the European Hospital and another targeting homes in Jabalia.

Weight-loss jabs — known as GLP-1 receptor agonists — could transform healthcare far beyond obesity treatment, according to leading doctors and a major new study.

President Donald Trump has declared the United States has “no stronger partner” than Saudi Arabia during the first stop of a whirlwind Gulf tour focused on investment and defence.

Peter Sullivan, who spent nearly 40 years in prison for the 1986 murder of Diane Sindall in Birkenhead, has had his conviction quashed after new DNA evidence emerged identifying an unknown attacker.

Cliff Notes – James Argent given suspended jail sentence after pushing girlfriend down steps in Spain James Argent pleaded guilty to mistreating Nicoline Artursson, resulting…

Canadians “weren’t impressed” by the decision of the UK government to offer Donald Trump an unprecedented second state visit to the UK, the country’s prime minister told UK broadcaster Sky News.