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Meghan Markle is reportedly in early talks to appear opposite Theo James in a possible third series of Netflix’s The Gentlemen, with director Guy Ritchie said to support her involvement. The deal remains unconfirmed: Netflix has not formally commissioned another series, no role has been identified, and sources describe the discussions as preliminary. Markle, who left acting after marrying Prince Harry in 2018, has previously said she was done with acting while acknowledging that she might never say never.

Forecasters warn that an exceptionally strong El Niño could bring wetter, stormier conditions to Scotland and the wider UK, raising the risk of flooding comparable to Storm Desmond in 2015. Scientists also expect major global effects, including droughts, wildfires, torrential rain and a weaker South Asian monsoon, while global temperatures could approach 1.7°C above pre-industrial levels and 2027 may become the hottest year on record. Experts say climate change is amplifying the risks, threatening harvests, food supplies and prices, and argue that faster progress toward net zero and greater support for farmers are needed.

A 48-year-old woman died in hospital after a fire at a house on Berkeley Avenue in Hounslow, while another woman, aged 40, remains in a life-threatening condition. Six men and one woman were treated for minor injuries and discharged. The Metropolitan Police has launched a murder investigation because the fire may have been started deliberately, although no arrests have been made. Police believe the incident was isolated to the residential property.

Three members of one family—a man, a woman and a teenage girl—died after getting into difficulty while swimming near Shoreham Fort in Shoreham-by-Sea. A younger girl remains in critical condition in hospital. Sussex Police, His Majesty’s Coast Guard and the RNLI responded, and police are seeking information or video footage from witnesses.

Paramedic Rachel Claire Lemonofides was removed from the Health and Care Professions Council register after a tribunal found six allegations proven concerning her treatment of a seriously ill patient during a January 2024 999 call. She allegedly belittled the patient, accused her of lying and being dramatic, and made racially discriminatory references, despite symptoms including chest pain, low blood pressure, leg numbness and an abnormal ECG. The patient was later diagnosed with a brain bleed and abdominal aortic aneurysm, underwent emergency surgery and spent 10 days in a coma. Lemonofides accepted that her conduct was unprofessional and that she failed to recognise the seriousness of the condition, but denied racial motivation and one alleged comment. The tribunal deemed the misconduct incompatible with continued registration and cited a high risk of repetition. North West Ambulance Service dismissed her in July 2024 and said there was no place in the organisation for staff who do not treat patients with dignity and respect.

Manchester influencer Sofia Lips, formerly known for having Britain’s biggest lips, dissolved her filler before deciding to restore an exaggerated appearance through DIY injections. After clinics refused further treatment because her lips were overstretched, she completed a six-week online course, bought 20 syringes of filler online and injected them herself. Despite temporary difficulty eating and drinking and warnings from NHS England about infection, nerve damage and blindness, Lips says she may begin injecting other people. Her actions are discussed alongside the growing social-media trend of untrained individuals attempting cosmetic injections and the serious complications reported by medical professionals.

Taxi driver Robert Cretu admitted five counts of fraud by false representation after submitting 30 claims to five insurers for fictitious dogs between December 2023 and August 2025. He used false names, forged documents and veterinary notes, and received £31,700, including claims involving dogs allegedly killed by vehicles or falling from Blackpool Pier while chasing a seagull. Liverpool Crown Court imposed a 20-month prison sentence suspended for 18 months, along with up to 20 days of rehabilitation activity. The judge cited the scale and duration of the offending but accepted Cretu’s admissions, remorse, previous good character and family circumstances as supporting rehabilitation in the community.

At an inquest into the death of five-year-old Aalim Ahmed, his mother, Sahra Osman, said he fell from the kitchen window of the family's 15th-floor flat in Jacobs House, Plaistow, in May 2024 and that the death could have been prevented. She told the court that faulty window restrictors, repeated unresolved repair visits and Newham Council's failure to treat her safety complaints as an emergency left her children at risk. Aalim, who had autism and was described as having little sense of danger, died from multiple traumatic injuries. The council disputed aspects of her account, including whether kitchen-window defects had been reported. The inquest is continuing.

A six-year-old girl died at the scene of a collision between a lorry and a car on the A12 near Colchester. A second child suffered a leg injury and remains in hospital. Essex Police closed the road in both directions while emergency services responded, and confirmed that no arrests had been made. The lorry driver passed roadside tests and is expected to be interviewed as Detective Inspector Mark Fraser leads the investigation. Police are seeking dashcam footage and other information from witnesses.

Daniel Kinahan was extradited from Dubai to Ireland and appeared before Dublin’s Special Criminal Court on a charge of directing a criminal gang between October 2015 and April 2017. The 14-minute hearing proceeded without defence counsel, as Kinahan had not had time to arrange legal representation. He was remanded until October 5, when he may appear by video link, and was told that any bail application must be made to the High Court.

Betfred is consulting on the closure of 132 UK betting shops and the loss of more than 600 jobs, reducing its estate to about 1,100 sites. Chief executive Jo Whittaker attributed the decision to higher employer National Insurance contributions, wage inflation, increased gambling taxes and wider economic uncertainty. The closures follow similar actions by William Hill, Evoke and Paddy Power. Recent tax measures include raising remote gaming duty from 21% to 40% and introducing a 25% online sports betting duty from 2027.

Paris Wilson was sentenced to nine years for attempted kidnapping and manslaughter after helping arrange the sulphuric-acid attack on her former husband, Danny Cahalane, in Plymouth. Cahalane suffered catastrophic burns and died ten weeks later. Abdul-Rasheed Adedoja and Israel Augustus received life sentences for murder, while Ramarnee Bakas-Sithole was sentenced to ten years for manslaughter. The judge described Wilson’s planning as calculated but not sophisticated, and the prosecution said the attack was linked to Cahalane’s approximately £120,000 drug debt to Ryan Kennedy, known as Frost. Four other people connected to the wider network had previously received prison sentences.

Muhammad Ans, 29, was sentenced at Plymouth Crown Court to 20 years in prison plus three years on extended licence after being found guilty of raping three women he met through Bumble, Badoo and Tinder between 2023 and 2025. The victims described lasting psychological trauma, including anxiety, panic attacks, nightmares and difficulties trusting others. Ans apologised to some victims in messages and claimed he could not stop himself, but denied the offences during police questioning. Judge Matthew Turner KC condemned his exploitation of vulnerable women and lack of acknowledgement of his criminal behaviour. Ans was also placed on the sex offenders register indefinitely.

Sussex Police and Crimestoppers have renewed an appeal for information 45 years after eight-year-old Vishal Mehrotra disappeared in Putney on July 29, 1981, during the wedding celebrations of Prince Charles and Lady Diana. His remains were found in woodland near Rogate, Sussex, seven months later, but the murder remains unsolved despite investigative reviews, forensic advances and extensive enquiries. Crimestoppers is offering up to £20,000 for anonymous information, while Vishal’s sister Mamta has urged anyone with even seemingly insignificant information to come forward.

Christopher Wright, 73, was convicted at Sheffield Crown Court of murdering his former lodger Richard Dyson and committing firearms offences, while his associate Karl Schwalbe, 72, was convicted of conspiring to pervert the course of justice. Dyson disappeared in November 2019, and his remains were found inside a concrete-filled barrel at a Barnsley farm in July 2025. Evidence including phone records, CCTV, forensic findings, firearms evidence, bank records and covert recordings linked Wright to the killing and its concealment. Prosecutors and South Yorkshire Police said the convictions finally provided answers for Dyson's family.

Freddy Brazier suffered serious arm injuries after his pocket bully, Pablo, attacked him and was subsequently taken into police custody. Brazier's former partner, Holly Swinburn, claims the dog was mistreated before the attack and is appealing for someone to provide it with a suitable home. Police have given Brazier seven days to find alternative accommodation for Pablo or face having the dog destroyed, while reports also say Pablo previously mauled Brazier's grandmother, Jackiey Budden.

Ryanair flight FR661 from Birmingham to Dublin declared a general emergency over the Irish Sea after a reported medical incident onboard. The pilots used the 7700 emergency squawk code and received priority landing clearance, touching down safely at Dublin Airport about 40 minutes after departure, where emergency ground crews were waiting.

Greater Manchester Police arrested a man in his 20s on suspicion of two counts of attempted rape after two women reported being attacked by a stranger in Rochdale parks less than two hours apart. Investigators believe the incidents are connected because the victims gave similar descriptions of the attacker, who was reportedly wearing smart black clothing and carrying a briefcase. CCTV showed a suspect leaving Coco Lounge at about 5am. The man remains in custody while enquiries continue, and police are appealing for information.

Five-day-old Arabella Mayer stopped breathing after her exhausted mother, Lydia Pass, unintentionally fell asleep while holding her. Family members performed CPR and doctors at Royal Stoke University Hospital temporarily restored her pulse, but severe brain damage led to life support being withdrawn three days later. Medical evidence suggested possible asphyxiation linked to an undiagnosed genetic condition or unsafe sleeping position. A police investigation and coroner's inquest found no neglect or intentional wrongdoing, concluding that Arabella suffered a delayed sudden death in the context of unsafe sleeping.

Whitbread plans to close 106 UK pub-restaurants, including five sites in Scotland, as part of a £250 million restructuring. All Beefeater restaurants are scheduled to close by 10 September 2026, while Brewers Fayre and Bar + Block closures will follow with dates yet to be confirmed. Around 3,800 jobs are at risk, though Whitbread says it expects to retain or redeploy a significant proportion of affected employees.

A man died after a four-seat Tecnam light aircraft crashed into a family home in Ganderkesee, Lower Saxony. The residents were away, but authorities are searching for another possible occupant and have not established whether the deceased was the pilot. Aviation activity in the area was suspended, nearby residents were evacuated, power was disconnected, and emergency teams used drones while preparing to remove the wreckage. Officials fear the damaged building could collapse, and the cause of the crash remains unknown.

A teenage girl and a woman in her forties died after several people were pulled from the water at West Mersea beach in Essex. Emergency services responded on Wednesday evening after reports of swimmers in difficulty, with one person remaining in serious condition and two others sustaining non‑life‑threatening injuries. Essex Police and coastguard teams confirmed their involvement, and investigators are appealing for witnesses or footage to clarify what happened. An air ambulance transported one patient to hospital while three others were taken by road.

A teenager working at a café in Dingwall stopped a driverless car rolling across a car park with two women trapped in the back. After spotting the vehicle moving with no one at the wheel, he chased it, jumped inside and applied the handbrake, bringing it to a halt just centimetres from another car. The passengers were unharmed and both vehicles avoided damage. Café owners and customers praised his quick actions, and CCTV footage of the incident gained significant attention online.

A family’s rental booking turned into a frightening ordeal when they discovered a man hiding behind a thin partition wall inside the property after returning from a celebration. The mother, Therese, recounted unusual signs that the landlord had re-entered the home despite saying he would not be present. Upon investigating an odd wall, her partner uncovered a hidden space where a man responded from the darkness, prompting the family to flee. The landlord later denied meeting them. The incident left the family traumatised and reluctant to use holiday rentals again. Booking.com launched an investigation and suspended the property while the probe continues.

A two‑year‑old boy suffered severe facial injuries after being mauled by a dog in the beer garden of The Wulstan pub in Wolstanton, prompting a police investigation. Witness Philip Preece described the incident as horrific, saying the child was attacked while with his mother. Emergency services responded quickly, and the boy was taken to Royal Stoke University Hospital before later being discharged. Staffordshire Police are appealing for witnesses to assist with the ongoing investigation.

A Grimsby man previously convicted of sexual communication with children was jailed for ten months after breaching a Sexual Harm Prevention Order twice by spending time unsupervised with minors. His new girlfriend discovered his past when they were denied entry to Turkey, prompting a police report. The court heard he had concealed his convictions from both his partner and probation, with the judge stressing the strict requirements of the order designed to protect children.

Police arrested Thomas Maher after discovering messages in which he discussed abusing a child with someone he believed was her father, who was actually an undercover officer. A search uncovered further evidence, including indecent images, leading Maher to plead guilty to multiple child sex offences. Manchester Crown Court sentenced him to eight years in prison and imposed an indefinite Sexual Harm Prevention Order and sex‑offender registration. Authorities highlighted the case as part of ongoing efforts to protect children and stop offenders.

A 24-year-old woman, Raven Adams, was killed and a 22-year-old man seriously injured in a hit-and-run on York Street in North Belfast. Police reported that the 22-year-old driver fled the scene but was later arrested in the Cavehill area. Authorities appealed for witnesses and dash‑cam footage as the investigation continues. DUP MLA Phillip Brett expressed condolences and urged public cooperation with the police inquiry.

An inquest at Chelmsford Coroners Court detailed that 18-year-old Tallulah Bradford died after falling from and being run over by an unauthorised small loading vehicle in Chalkwell Park, Westcliff. Emergency services transported her to Royal London Hospital, where she died on June 19 from traumatic head injuries. Essex Police confirmed arrests of an 18-year-old man and a 17-year-old boy, with both released on bail as the investigation continues, and appealed for witnesses or footage related to the incident.

Forecasters expect the UK heatwave to ease briefly before temperatures rise sharply again, with models predicting highs of up to 36C in parts of England later in July. Scotland will remain cooler but still warm, with temperatures reaching up to 28C in some areas. The Met Office forecasts above‑average temperatures into late July, alongside an increasing likelihood of rain and thunderstorms.

A 37‑year‑old Irishman identified as LTM received a 14‑year sentence from Budapest’s Metropolitan Court for murdering American tourist Mackenzie Michalski in 2024. CCTV footage traced their movements from nightclubs to his apartment, where he beat and strangled her during an encounter before hiding and transporting her body to woodland near Lake Balaton. Investigators cited his attempts to cover up the killing, including cleaning the apartment, purchasing a suitcase, disposing of the body, and searching online for ways to hide a corpse. His lawyer has appealed the verdict, and the sentence includes time served and future deportation from Hungary.

Police in Greater Manchester opened a murder investigation after 40-year-old Steven Dossett died from stab wounds sustained in Failsworth on June 19. Officers appealed for CCTV and witness information as part of the inquiry led by the Major Incident Team. Five previously arrested individuals were released on bail while the victim’s family receives support from specialist officers.

A man was sentenced to 24 years in prison with an additional four years on licence for attempting to murder his estranged wife after driving into her and repeatedly striking her with a baseball bat in Hull. The attack, described by the judge as premeditated and almost certainly fatal without intervention from bystanders, occurred shortly after his release from prison and breached a restraining order. The victim suffered severe injuries and expressed ongoing fear but gratitude for the support of police, domestic abuse services, medical staff, friends and family. The court detailed Worville’s prior offences, theft of mail‑redirection information to locate the victim, and lack of remorse during proceedings.

US forces launched additional strikes on Iran following alleged Iranian attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, with US Central Command stating the actions aim to protect freedom of navigation. More than 80 Iranian targets had already been hit after reported aggression against shipping. At a NATO summit in Turkey, President Trump warned that relations with Tehran were at a breaking point, saying the US would strike again while questioning the viability of any future deal. The renewed confrontation triggered a rise in global oil prices amid ongoing instability in the region.

A Leeds man, Niall Worsfold, has been charged with the murder of his one-month-old son, who died in hospital in July 2020 after being admitted from an address in Gledhow. Worsfold also faces a child cruelty charge and is due to appear before Leeds Magistrates Court. A woman previously detained during the investigation by West Yorkshire Police has been released with no further action.

Three men were sentenced to more than five years in prison for stealing nearly £1 million worth of the weight‑loss drug Mounjaro from a St Albans healthcare distribution centre. The burglary involved disabling cameras and removing boxes from a refrigerated unit before returning to take additional stock. Police used phone data, CCTV and ANPR to track the suspects, later seizing over £60,000 in cash. Two of the men also received additional sentences for possessing criminal property. Prosecutors and police described the operation as carefully planned and posing public health risks due to improper drug storage.

A jury at Bristol Crown Court found Tony Bartlett guilty of murdering his four‑week‑old son Atticus by violently shaking him in July 2022, causing catastrophic head and internal injuries. Emergency help and hospital treatment failed to save the baby, who died a week later. Investigators and medical experts concluded Bartlett was solely responsible, despite his denials. Sentencing is scheduled for July 24.

A K2 Airways Boeing 737 cargo plane travelling from Sharjah to Karachi disappeared over the Arabian Sea after reporting a navigation malfunction and rapidly losing altitude. Radar and radio contact were lost around 155 nautical miles west of Karachi. Pakistan’s Civil Aviation Authority has launched a search-and-rescue operation, with the cause of the incident still unknown.

A fatal two-vehicle crash in Malaga claimed the lives of Amy McCullagh, Michaela Newcombe and Mark McCullagh after their car fell into a ravine. Amy’s husband, Ian McCullagh, survived but remains in critical condition. Amy’s funeral will be held on Friday in Ballynacargy, with the family requesting donations to the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust.

Emile Heskey has separated from his wife Chantelle after more than twenty years together and has publicly appeared with Jade Slusarczyk, a Sky Sports Walk-on Girl. Chantelle confirmed that divorce proceedings are underway, with friends noting the couple had grown apart due to work commitments. Heskey and Slusarczyk have recently appeared together at public events and on social media. Chantelle continues to manage her business interests and support their children, Reigan and Jaden, who have begun professional football careers.

Lauren Bennett, known for her work with GRL and collaborations with LMFAO and Pitbull, has died at 37. Her bandmates confirmed the news in an emotional tribute praising her impact and spirit. Bennett, who previously performed with the Paradiso Girls and featured on major pop hits including Party Rock Anthem, leaves behind a daughter. The article reflects on her career, the earlier death of bandmate Simone Battle, GRL’s rise and challenges, and Bennett’s solo work addressing mental health struggles.

An inquest into the death of Kelly Faiers revealed she died from a combination of alcohol and sleeping tablets at the Somerset home of her partner, convicted sex offender Richard Scatchard. Evidence presented detailed Scatchard’s long history of drugging and sexually assaulting women, alongside disturbing messages he sent Faiers about unconscious sexual activity. Colleagues described signs of coercion and abuse in the relationship. Toxicology results could not determine whether Faiers knowingly took the tablets, leaving open the possibility of spiking. Scatchard disappeared after her death and was later found dead in a caravan. The inquest continues.

Oasis are expected to announce a major 2027 world tour featuring a 12‑night residency at Manchester’s Etihad Stadium, with sources indicating additional dates and a return to Knebworth are possible. The shift of Parklife festival to July has intensified speculation about June shows, while bookmakers have raised odds of a Glastonbury headline appearance. A reserved luxury hotel block and comments from Liam Gallagher have further fueled expectations of an imminent announcement. The tour is anticipated to align with the release of a Disney+ documentary chronicling the band’s reunion.

James Hughes, 67, was sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 13 years for murdering his neighbour Harold Turner, 68, during a long‑running noise dispute in a sheltered housing complex in St Asaph, Wales. A dictaphone recording captured Hughes pinning Turner to the ground and ignoring his pleas that he could not breathe. Evidence showed Turner had made threats earlier that morning, but the jury found Hughes used unreasonable force. Turner died from asphyxia and blunt‑force injuries. Police and the judge described Hughes’ actions as callous, with the recording proving decisive in securing his conviction.

Lisa Faulkner revealed she underwent surgery for early‑stage breast cancer and will begin radiotherapy soon, crediting a routine mammogram for detecting the disease early. She thanked the NHS for swift care and urged women not to delay screenings. Fans and fellow celebrities offered strong messages of support following her announcement on Instagram.

Sixteen children aged 18 months to 18 years were rescued from a small, filthy makeshift home in Hamden, Ohio, where authorities say they had been confined for nearly four years. Ohio Attorney General Andy Wilson and Vinton County investigators described the conditions as inhumane, noting several children were unable to speak and one remained in critical condition. Four adults—Gary Siders Jr, Gary Siders Sr, Christina Siders and Elizabeth Siders—were charged with 17 counts each of child endangerment and held on $300,000 bail. Prosecutors stated the children suffered serious harm, while investigators suggested the family moved between counties to avoid detection. Authorities continue to assess the children’s physical and psychological recovery and review potential previous contacts with child services.

A deliberate explosion in Monaco injured three people, including a couple in critical condition and a 13‑year‑old boy. Authorities say a suspect left a backpack on a street before the blast and fled toward Beausoleil. Monaco’s Minister of State and the Mayor of Nice indicated the incident is being treated as a likely terrorist attack. Security forces are continuing the search for the suspect as investigations progress.

Actress Daveigh Chase, known for her role as Samara in The Ring, died on June 16 at age 35 from AIDS, according to the LA County Medical Examiner, with chronic substance abuse contributing to her death. Her partner Roy Hernandez revealed she had been battling severe health issues including meningitis, sepsis, and multiple blood infections while appealing for funds for her care. Chase had a complex personal history and had appeared in productions including Donnie Darko and Lilo and Stitch.

A two-year-old girl was found dead at a home in Chertsey, leading to her father, Kevin Kerjean, being charged with murder, rape and sexual assault of a child under 13. Kerjean appeared at Guildford Crown Court and was remanded in custody pending a September hearing. Surrey Police launched a major investigation, maintaining a significant presence in the area while urging the public to share information. The Home Office confirmed that Kerjean had legally entered the UK and held leave to remain until 2031.

A gunman killed six people at a youth welfare facility in Stade, Germany, which houses pregnant women and young mothers. Police arrested the suspected shooter and another individual while warning the public against circulating misinformation. Several victims remain injured, and authorities are investigating the circumstances and motive behind the attack.

Aiden Freeman was sentenced at Lewes Crown Court to seven years and six months in prison for multiple counts of rape and assault by penetration committed against a girl starting when she was nine. Freeman denied the allegations and claimed the victim sought attention, but was convicted following investigation. Sussex Police commended the victim’s courage and encouraged reporting of sexual abuse cases.

A man at Aberdyfi beach in Wales suffered a potentially life‑threatening arterial arm wound after slipping while opening a beer with a knife. Bystanders applied pressure to control bleeding until RNLI volunteers, first responders, paramedics and the Wales Air Ambulance provided further treatment and airlifted him to hospital. Emergency crews highlighted the strong multi‑agency response and urged the use of proper tools to avoid similar incidents.