Caroline Litman, co-founder of Transparent Action, highlighted the need for new Prime Minister Andy Burnham to reverse policies affecting the transgender community during the London Trans Pride march. Litman’s daughter, Alice, died by suicide in 2022 after a lengthy wait for gender-affirming healthcare.

Six men have been arrested on suspicion of murder following the fatal stabbing of a 22-year-old in Clapham early on Saturday morning. Police received reports just after 4.30am, and the victim, who died after arriving at hospital, was believed to have been attacked near Clapham High Street.

Two boys, aged 10 and 12, were rescued after becoming trapped beneath Blackpool Pier as the tide rose. The youngsters clung to the structure for approximately 40 minutes. Despite their mother’s efforts to reach them, volunteer lifeboat crews arrived swiftly and transported the boys to paramedics onshore.

Ann Widdecombe’s family will hold a public memorial later this year following her murder on July 9. Prosecutors disclosed allegations against Joshua Kerry, 28, who is charged with killing the former MP by striking her 21 times with a hammer. He remains in custody until an Old Bailey appearance on October 9.

A Russian warship conducted a live-fire artillery exercise 40 miles off Plymouth’s coast, monitored by the Royal Navy. The Russian frigate Neustrashimy notified HMS Tyne of its intentions before the 30-minute operation, which required the patrol vessel to maintain a safer distance.

The childhood home of David Bowie, located at 4 Plaistow Grove in Bromley, is set to open to the public in 2027 after being acquired by the Heritage of London Trust. The house will be restored to its original 1960s condition, showcasing the environment that influenced Bowie’s early musical development.