- Conman imprisoned for building fake Roman amphitheatre and charging tourists
- Italy records magnitude 4.1 earthquake in Isernia province, no injuries reported
- Netanyahu’s government media reforms face criticism over risks to press freedom
- Search crews continue for missing 11-year-old Parker as Nose Hill Park closes
- Maine Democrats hold convention to select Senate nominee following Platner’s exit
- Six men arrested following fatal stabbing of 22-year-old in Clapham
- Over 220,000 people evacuated as wildfires spread in France and Spain
- Houthi rebels launch missile attacks on Saudi Arabia, targeting Yanbu
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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.
Apple has partnered with the Metropolitan Police to make stolen mobile phones inoperable, following an agreement that prevents reactivation once marked as stolen. Samsung and Google will also implement measures to track devices, aiming to disrupt criminal networks behind phone theft.
Stephen Ogilvie, identified as the victim of a stabbing in Belfast, is currently in hospital following severe injuries. A 30-year-old Sudanese asylum seeker has been charged with the attack and is due in court. Detectives reported no links to terrorism, with local residents recalling the incident.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed concern over Reform UK’s decision to remove Ukrainian flags from town halls in England. He urged the party to reconsider, noting that “small mistakes can break big friendships.” Zelensky made these comments after a meeting in London with UK and European leaders.
A 15-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of a 12-year-old boy after a collision on Ashwells Road in Pilgrims Hatch, Brentwood. Emergency services were called at 5.40pm on Sunday, and the investigation by Essex Police is ongoing.
Kingston Council in south London has apologised for wording in an equalities report regarding e-bikes that residents deemed sexist. The report suggested e-bikes assist women in fulfilling traditional domestic roles. Following backlash, the council issued a revised report acknowledging the language was “outdated and inappropriate.”
Charing Cross and Waterloo East stations in London will close for 22 days from 26 July to 16 August for essential upgrades, alongside several weekends before and after. The £20 million project includes track replacement and structural repairs, affecting rail services diverted to alternative stations.
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