Christopher Mallett

Six-year-old Saja El-Khawas died in hospital after being rescued from the water off Shoreham-by-Sea, becoming the fourth member of her family to die. Her father Hossam, mother Zeina and 14-year-old sister Sara died on the day of the incident. Sussex Police believe the deaths were a tragic accident with no third-party involvement. The family, Palestinian refugees living in London, had entered the water during a day trip. Community groups, Sara’s school and political figures offered condolences, while Andy Burnham highlighted the dangers of open-water swimming.

A large fire broke out at an industrial building on Chew Valley Road in Greenfield, Greater Manchester, shortly after 7:45 a.m. on August 16. Ten fire engines and specialist appliances attended, while residents were told to keep windows and doors closed and avoid the area because of heavy smoke and possible toxic or chemical materials. Forty-five homes were evacuated, a nearby Tesco store temporarily closed, and an assistance centre opened for displaced residents. Tesco later reopened as firefighters brought the blaze under control, although crews remained at the scene.

Four works by Renaissance painter Antonello da Messina were stolen from the MuMe regional museum in Messina, including three of the five remaining panels of the Polittico di San Gregorio altarpiece and a small double-sided painting. The thieves bypassed the museum’s alarm and security systems shortly before 10 p.m. The museum was closed while investigators collected evidence. Art-crime analyst Lynda Albertson warned that the works’ fame will make them difficult to sell through legitimate channels, while museum director Marisa Mercurio described the theft as a tremendous loss for the institution, the city and the art world.

A major incident was declared in Luton after a bathroom showroom on Selbourne Road caught fire near the railway line. Ten fire engines, aerial platforms, water carriers and specialist vehicles attended, while nearby homes were evacuated and residents were told to keep windows and doors closed because of smoke. Roads were closed and water pressure could be affected. Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service said all people were accounted for and expected crews to remain at the scene throughout the day, with support from neighboring services in Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire.

A 17-year-old boy died after police responded to reports of suspicious activity and a possible break-in on Soulbury Road in Linslade, near Leighton Buzzard. One man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder, while three other men were arrested in connection with the incident. Police said there was no evidence the victim was involved in a burglary and appealed for witnesses, doorbell footage and CCTV to assist the investigation.

A Hainan Airlines Airbus A330-300 flying from Beijing to Manchester made an emergency landing at Krasnoyarsk in Siberia after a reported mechanical fault four hours into the journey. The aircraft, carrying more than 230 passengers, circled near Divnogorsk before landing safely, with Russian emergency crews placed on full alert. No deaths, injuries or damage were reported. Hainan Airlines said it would arrange a replacement aircraft and passenger support, while the diversion left British travelers temporarily in Russia despite UK Foreign Office advice against all travel there. The incident highlights the continued use of trans-Siberian routes by Chinese airlines, unlike British and EU carriers.

A large Ukrainian drone attack struck Nizhnekamsk in Russia’s Tatarstan region, killing 12 people and injuring 39, according to local authorities. The Nizhnekamsk refinery and petrochemical complex linked to Tatneft and Sibur was among the sites hit, while another drone reportedly crashed onto a market after being brought down by electronic warfare systems. Ukraine also struck Russian forces in occupied Makiivka and attacked supply routes to Crimea. Separately, Russian shelling killed five people and destroyed homes in Buhaivka in Ukraine’s Kharkiv region.

A Sikorsky S-64 helicopter carrying two people crashed near Richfield, Utah, while assisting seven aircraft battling a lightning-sparked wildfire. The blaze had spread across about 165 square miles and was only 19% contained amid dangerous winds, dry fuels, extreme heat and continuing red-flag warnings. The condition of those aboard was not immediately known, and the FAA and National Transportation Safety Board planned an investigation, though access to the crash site could be hindered by the ongoing fire.

Asda and Morrisons are recalling three Greencore-made pasta products across England, Scotland and Wales because of possible Listeria contamination. The affected items are specific batches of Asda Cheese & Tomato Pasta Salad, Asda Nacho Cheese Pasta Salad and Morrisons Chicken and Bacon Pasta, identified by their product codes, pack sizes and use-by dates. Customers are advised not to eat them and to return them for a full refund without a receipt. The Food Standards Agency warns that Listeria can cause serious illness, particularly during pregnancy.

Counter Terrorism Policing London has reopened an investigation into an attempted burglary reported at a London address in April 2025 after identifying a previously unpursued line of inquiry that may be relevant to the investigation into Ann Widdecombe’s death. The IOPC is separately investigating whether a counterterrorism staff member failed to identify and pursue that lead. Widdecombe, 78, was found dead at her Devon home on July 9 after suffering fatal hammer injuries. Joshua Kerry has been charged with her murder but not with a separate terrorism-related offence.

A man entered the emergency department at MultiCare Bonney Lake Hospital near Seattle, claimed to be armed and made threats, prompting a lockdown, evacuation of patients and a large police response. The suspect remained contained inside the department while SWAT officers and crisis negotiators sought a peaceful resolution. The hospital said all patients and staff were safe, with no injuries reported, but the emergency department was closed and authorities had not released details about a motive.

A man is fighting for his life after falling from a 12-storey apartment building near Barcelona Square in Palma, Majorca, striking a tree and then two men drinking at a bar terrace. All three were seriously injured and taken to Son Espases University Hospital, while paramedics performed CPR on the falling man and police helped clear traffic. Local reports suggested he may have argued with his partner before the fall, but the circumstances remained unconfirmed.

South West Water will impose a temporary hosepipe ban from 12:01am Saturday across Devon, Cornwall, parts of Dorset and Somerset, and the Isles of Scilly. The restrictions follow prolonged dry weather, significantly below-average rainfall and high demand, with another heatwave expected to push temperatures as high as 36°C in parts of England. Customers will be prohibited from using hosepipes for gardening, car washing, cleaning and filling pools, while exemptions apply to some vulnerable customers and essential household uses remain permitted. The company has urged people to comply immediately, as drought conditions and pressure on rivers and water resources persist.

A major fire at a car dismantling site in Wimbletown, Ballyboughal, near Dublin Airport, sent thick smoke across the area and prompted warnings for residents to close windows and doors. Dublin Fire Brigade, Meath Fire Service and Dublin Airport Fire and Rescue Service deployed multiple engines, tankers and specialist vehicles. Local roads were closed, some nearby residents were asked to move away, and no injuries were reported. Dublin Airport operations were not affected, although pilots were advised to exercise caution because of the smoke plume. The fire was brought under control later that evening, with a reduced number of crews remaining on site.

A visitor with measles spent 11 hours at Universal Studios Hollywood on July 26 while contagious, potentially exposing thousands of people. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is tracing contacts and urging anyone who visited the park that day to confirm their immunity and obtain the MMR vaccine if needed. Visitors who develop symptoms such as fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes or a rash should stay home and call a healthcare provider before attending a medical facility, as measles can cause severe complications and is highly contagious.

A measles-infected visitor spent approximately 11 hours at Universal Studios Hollywood on July 26, potentially exposing thousands of people. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is tracing visitors and urging anyone who attended that day to verify their immunity and receive the MMR vaccine if needed. People who develop symptoms should stay home and contact healthcare providers by phone, while officials highlight the risks of serious complications and the virus’s extreme contagiousness.

Italy’s fourth heatwave of the summer is expected to place all 27 cities monitored by the Health Ministry under the highest red alert, with temperatures approaching 39–40°C and little relief forecast for at least a week. Authorities have advised residents to avoid direct sunlight, stay hydrated and never leave children or animals in parked cars. The heat has reportedly contributed to four deaths, worsened drought and water shortages in the Po Valley, and harmed agricultural output, including crop yields and milk production. Rome is offering free access to air-conditioned cultural venues, while experts link the increasing intensity and duration of such heatwaves to human-driven climate change.

Jimmy Ward, a 36-year-old father and grandfather, was shot dead at a traveller site near Cricklade in Wiltshire. Shane Porter, 35, has been charged with Ward’s murder and possession of a shotgun without a certificate. Eddie Porter, 74, and Tammy Brown, 42, face charges of assisting an offender and possessing a shotgun without a certificate. All three have been remanded in custody and are due to appear at magistrates’ court by video link, while two other men arrested over assisting an offender have been released on bail. Wiltshire Police said officers would maintain a presence at the site as the investigation continues.

Newly declassified FBI documents reportedly show that the bureau opened a probe, code-named Oxferd Comma, into whether Donald Trump was acting as a Russian asset when he fired FBI Director James Comey in 2017. The inquiry was linked to Crossfire Hurricane and concerns that the firing could constitute obstruction of justice or have occurred at Russia's behest. The investigation closed on April 9, 2019, without charges, and an administration official said the theory was unsupported by evidence. Trump has continued to call the broader Russia investigation a hoax and witch hunt.

Spotify users across the UK reported problems accessing the web player and app, with error messages and server-connection failures beginning around 3pm. Downdetector recorded a peak of 282 reports at 4:42pm, 71% concerning the website. Spotify support advised users to reload their browsers and try a private window, but some users said this did not resolve the issue. Reports began falling significantly after 6pm, suggesting access was being restored.

Spotify’s web player and app experienced a UK outage beginning around 3pm, with hundreds of reports logged on Downdetector and a peak of 282 reports at 4:42pm. Users reported error messages and server-connection problems, while Spotify support advised reloading browsers and trying private windows. Reports began falling significantly after 6pm, suggesting that access was being restored for many customers.

Desmond Carter is scheduled to stand trial on August 17 in connection with the alleged rape of LSU student Madison Brooks, who died after being left from a vehicle and struck by a truck on a Louisiana highway in 2023. Carter, Kaivon Washington and Casen Carver deny rape and say the sex was consensual. Defense lawyers dispute the source of injuries found on Brooks and are seeking to prevent supporters from wearing her favorite color, while prosecutors reject those arguments.

US officials said a deal with Iran could reopen the Strait of Hormuz as soon as the day of publication or the following day, although negotiations had not been finalized and Iranian officials denied that talks were taking place. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said reopening the waterway could release hundreds of ships trapped in the Persian Gulf and reduce the prices of energy, fertilizer, refined products and industrial gases. Brent crude fell more than 5.4% to $79.21 per barrel following his comments, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio described progress but no final agreement.

Ski Yodl Ltd, a Norwich-based travel company offering ski holidays and accommodation, has entered voluntary liquidation following a winding-up decision on 22 July. Richard Cacho of RCM Advisory Limited was appointed liquidator. ABTA said it did not believe the company had current package-holiday bookings at the time of liquidation, but advised affected customers to contact it. Accommodation-only bookings were not covered by ABTA protection; customers who paid by card should seek help from their card issuer, while those who paid by bank transfer must register claims with the liquidator.

Donald Trump praised Andy Burnham, saying he was very impressed by the UK politician's comments on North Sea drilling. Trump repeated his claim that the UK prime minister had indicated support for opening the North Sea to drilling, while Burnham said he had promised only a pragmatic approach. The UK government is expected to maintain Labour's pledge not to issue new drilling licences, while permitting limited tie-backs near already approved fields. The report also links Trump's campaign for North Sea drilling to his earlier legal dispute with the Scottish government over offshore wind turbines near his Aberdeenshire golf course.

Donald Trump praised Andy Burnham after claiming that the Prime Minister had indicated support for opening the North Sea to more oil drilling. Burnham said he had promised only a pragmatic approach, while the UK Government is expected to retain Labour's pledge not to issue new drilling licences and instead permit limited tie-backs near existing fields. Trump argued that expanded drilling would make Britain wealthy and that keeping the North Sea closed would leave it effectively bankrupt. The report also links Trump's campaign for drilling to his long-running opposition to offshore wind turbines near his Scottish golf resort.

Jaguar Land Rover plans to cut up to 300 salaried and management roles across its UK operations through a redeployment and displacement programme. Affected employees will be offered alternative roles or voluntary early exit packages, with compulsory redundancy possible if no suitable position is found. The company said the restructuring supports its transformation toward next-generation and electric vehicles, while its finances have been damaged by US tariffs and a major cyberattack. Unite has been informed and pledged support for affected workers.

Jaguar Land Rover plans to cut fewer than 300 salaried and management roles across its UK operations through a redeployment and displacement programme. The company says affected employees will be offered alternative roles or voluntary early exit packages, with compulsory redundancy possible if no suitable role is found. The restructuring follows a collapse in annual profit attributed to US tariffs and a damaging cyberattack, and forms part of JLR’s broader shift toward next-generation and electric vehicles. Production-floor hourly workers are excluded, while Unite has pledged support for affected employees.

Lincolnshire Police are investigating reports that a teenage boy was seriously sexually assaulted by a masked man at Snowden Pavilion Park in Crowland during daylight hours. The suspect is described as slim, wearing grey tracksuit clothing, a black cap, face covering and gloves. Detectives led by Chief Inspector Marc Horsewood are seeking witnesses and recordings, while specially trained officers are supporting the victim and an increased police presence is expected in the area.

Lincolnshire Police are investigating the alleged serious sexual assault of a teenage boy at Snowden Pavilion Park in Crowland during broad daylight. The suspect is described as a slim man wearing a grey tracksuit, black cap, face covering and gloves. Detectives, led by Chief Inspector Marc Horsewood, are conducting extensive inquiries and appealing for witness accounts, photographs, dashcam footage and doorbell recordings, while warning residents to expect an increased police presence.

NATO fighter jets and early-warning aircraft were deployed after a suspected Russian missile crossed into Polish airspace and crashed near Lublin, leaving a large crater. The incident occurred during a major Russian attack on Ukraine that reportedly killed at least six people. Polish emergency services investigated the site, while officials initially withheld confirmation of the object’s identity; Prime Minister Donald Tusk later said it was probably a Russian missile. Poland described its air-defense measures as precautionary.

Syed Ahmad pleaded guilty to murdering his wife, Anam Rafay, after initially denying murder and claiming he acted during a psychotic episode in self-defence. The court heard that Ahmad had been abusive, controlling and violent throughout their arranged marriage, and that Rafay had sought a divorce after giving him one final chance to change. On January 27, he attacked her with a kitchen knife at their Wythenshawe home and continued stabbing her after she fled next door; a post-mortem found 40 stab wounds. Ahmad is due to be sentenced at Manchester Crown Court on July 31.

Aaron Strachan was sentenced at Edinburgh High Court to an indefinite sentence with a minimum five-year term before parole consideration after pleading guilty to abducting and raping a 15-year-old girl in a basement in May 2025. He also admitted stabbing one man and attacking another with a claw hammer. Strachan was identified through DNA evidence, later arrested after fleeing police, and briefly escaped custody while leaving court in January 2026. He will remain on the sex offenders register indefinitely.

A group of Italian teenagers on a school trip in Thailand were filmed insulting a Thai woman on Bangkok’s BTS SkyTrain after she asked them to stop making noise. The video went viral, prompting intense backlash, attempts to identify the students and protests outside their hotel. The Italian Embassy in Bangkok then released an apology from group leaders and students, saying the teenagers would return to Italy and be taught to respect Thai culture.

A one-year-old boy was taken to a London hospital with life-threatening injuries after reportedly falling from a window at a property on Cornwallis Avenue in Gillingham, Kent. Kent Police said the fall was believed to be from a flat above a shop and that inquiries into the circumstances were ongoing.

A pregnant woman and two other people were stabbed during an apparently random attack in Porte de Clichy, northwest Paris, with two victims reportedly in critical condition. A 31-year-old man, reportedly carrying two knives and making incoherent statements, was arrested at the scene after an off-duty police officer intervened. Authorities have not treated terrorism as the leading motive and are investigating the suspect’s reasons for the attack.

The EuroMillions draw produced the numbers 8, 10, 30, 36 and 47, with Lucky Stars 1 and 4, but no jackpot winner, triggering another rollover. Two UK players matched five numbers and won £20,861 each, while a UK Millionaire Maker winner received £1 million. The Thunderball numbers were 16, 27, 34, 29 and 10, with Thunderball 3; no player won the £500,000 top prize.

The Met Office forecasts heavy and persistent rain across 12 areas of Scotland, Wales and England from Saturday night into Sunday morning, with showers gradually clearing eastward and cooler temperatures in the mid-twenties. High pressure is expected to bring drier, warmer conditions next week, potentially producing a fourth heatwave of the year with temperatures reaching 35°C, although unsettled weather and further heavy rain may return later.

A large offal spillage on the M6 northbound between junctions 14 and 15 near Stafford closed three of four lanes, causing congestion of up to nine miles and delays reaching 110 minutes. National Highways initially struggled to secure specialist cleanup equipment before arranging support from neighboring regional teams. Cleanup crews later arrived, but delays remained severe, with some drivers reporting journeys extended by several hours and criticizing the response and lack of updates.

Axel Rudakabana, who was sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 52 years for murdering three girls and attempting to murder two adults at a Southport dance party, has been transferred from prison to Broadmoor secure hospital. The Ministry of Justice said the move followed an independent clinical assessment under the Mental Health Act, does not change his sentence, and that he is unlikely to be released. The transfer may anger victims’ families because Rudakabana was previously assessed as fit to stand trial.

A delayed Ryanair flight from Barcelona to Manchester left passengers inside a stationary aircraft for over two hours in extreme heat, reportedly reaching more than 40C. Travellers described children crying, several people fainting and a lack of clear communication before everyone was eventually instructed to disembark. After a long delay linked to thunderstorms, the flight departed shortly after midnight. Ryanair said passengers were kept informed and given vouchers, though some claimed shops were closed.

A four‑vehicle crash closed the northbound M5 near Droitwich, causing seven miles of congestion and delays of up to 90 minutes. Traffic was diverted via the A38 while emergency services and National Highways responded. All lanes reopened by 9.15pm, clearing delays.

Waitrose recalled its 8 Chocolate Chip Brioche Rolls, batch code B26177, over fears they may contain hard plastic or metal. Customers are advised not to eat the product and to return it for a full refund. The Food Standards Agency confirmed the safety risk and announced that notices will be displayed in stores. Waitrose apologised for the inconvenience.

B&M Retail Ltd was fined £2 million after Birmingham City Council investigations uncovered mouse infestations, contaminated food products and poor hygiene standards at three Birmingham stores, all of which were temporarily shut under emergency notices. The company pleaded guilty at Birmingham Magistrates' Court and was ordered to pay additional costs. Councillor Sam Forsyth highlighted the need for businesses to uphold safety standards and commended environmental health teams for rapid enforcement action.

A 13-year-old boy died and a woman suffered serious injuries in a collision between a Toyota RAV-4 and a Renault van on the M4 between junctions 16 and 17. Air ambulances responded, the woman was taken to hospital, and both drivers escaped serious injury. Wiltshire Police urged witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to contact the Serious Collision Investigation team.

A Leeds man, Joshua Teale, received a five‑year‑three‑month sentence after defrauding a former colleague of more than £177,000 through an elaborate romance scam involving fabricated emergencies, a fake nurse and invented Covid hospitalisations. The victim, who worked multiple jobs and took out loans to meet Teale’s escalating demands, was left in severe financial and emotional distress. Bank staff raised concerns that exposed the scheme, leading to Teale’s arrest, where he admitted a gambling addiction drove the fraud. The court ordered full repayment and imposed a restraining order against him.

A fast‑spreading fire in Krokstadelva, Drammen has destroyed more than 100 homes and forced the evacuation of hundreds of residents. Around 80 firefighters, Civil Defence teams and six helicopters are attempting to contain the blaze, which has moved into a nearby forest and remains uncontrolled, with wind conditions complicating efforts. One person has been treated for smoke inhalation and a firefighter has minor injuries, with no reports of missing individuals. Local authorities have activated crisis management and opened support centres as the cause of the fire remains unknown.

A 35‑year‑old man, Sean Wilcox, was sentenced at Aylesbury Crown Court to 18 years in prison for raping a sleeping woman after entering her Newport Pagnell home through an unlocked door, alongside multiple theft, burglary, fraud and drug offences. He was convicted by a unanimous jury verdict following a Thames Valley Police investigation that led to his arrest last August. Detectives praised the victim’s courage and reaffirmed their commitment to thoroughly investigating serious sexual offences and supporting victims.

A serious crash on the M25 clockwise between Junctions 24 and 25 caused up to 50‑minute delays and four miles of congestion. Lanes three and four were closed while emergency services responded and vehicle recovery took place. Delays gradually eased as recovery progressed, and all lanes were later reopened with traffic returning to normal.

The UK is entering its third heatwave of the year with temperatures expected to reach up to 35C, though forecasters say it will be less extreme and humid than previous hot spells. Night-time temperatures are not expected to be as high, but the heat is likely to last longer across much of England and Wales, extending into parts of Scotland and Northern Ireland. The UK Health Security Agency has issued amber heat-health alerts for several regions, warning of significant impacts on health and social care services. Conditions are expected to ease toward more typical summer temperatures during the week beginning July 13.

A Glasgow jury found two teenagers, aged 16 and 17, not guilty of murdering 15‑year‑old Amen Teklay, who died after being struck by a sword in March last year. The younger accused admitted stabbing Teklay but claimed self‑defence, while the jury also considered whether the older teen acted in concert; both were acquitted. Defence arguments maintained that the older boy had no physical involvement, and the trial was overseen by Lord Colbeck at the High Court in Glasgow.

A serious crash on the clockwise M25 between Junctions 24 and 25 caused heavy delays, with lanes three and four closed and congestion stretching four miles. National Highways reported 45‑minute delays as emergency services attended the scene and vehicle recovery was arranged.

Forecasts indicate a third UK heatwave with temperatures potentially reaching 35C and more than 30C expected across 38 counties. The Met Office predicts prolonged hot weather through southern and eastern England, with peaks expected later in the week. Health authorities issued yellow heat alerts for several regions due to expected impacts on vulnerable populations. Long‑range forecasts suggest continued very warm or hot conditions into mid‑July.

A collision involving a car and motorcycle blocked the M3 westbound between Eastleigh and Southampton, causing delays of up to 60 minutes and congestion stretching six miles. National Highways and traffic services reported complete standstills, with multiple emergency vehicles attending the scene. Lanes gradually reopened throughout the afternoon, and queues later began returning to normal levels.

A Moroccan woman celebrating her country’s 3-0 World Cup victory over Canada died in Algeciras, Spain, when a flag around her neck became trapped in a motorbike wheel, causing a fatal neck injury. Emergency responders were unable to revive her, and police confirmed her husband passed a drink‑drive test as the investigation continues. The city’s mayor expressed condolences, and officials are supporting the family. A similar fatal incident involving an Argentinian fan occurred in 2022.

A collision involving a car and a motorcycle blocked the M3 westbound between Junctions 12 and 13 near Southampton, causing delays of up to 60 minutes and several miles of congestion. Emergency services attended the scene as traffic came to a standstill, with knock‑on effects on nearby roads as drivers sought alternative routes. National Highways reopened lanes gradually before confirming all lanes were open later in the afternoon.

A man in his 20s died after being found with a chest stab wound in a Wolverhampton car park around 3am. Police arrested a 32-year-old man on suspicion of murder and two others on suspicion of assisting an offender. Forensic work, CCTV review, and door-to-door inquiries are underway, with officers appealing for additional information and maintaining patrols for reassurance.

Police identified 22‑year‑old Haruun Hassan as the victim of a fatal stabbing in Hounslow after an alleged attack on a double‑decker bus. Emergency services found him with serious injuries near Heathrow shortly after 1:45am on June 25. A man and woman, both 21, were arrested on suspicion of murder, and investigators appealed for witnesses or information via police contacts or Crimestoppers.

Police are searching for Darren Inkpen, a convicted sex offender who has gone missing after failing to comply with the Sex Offenders' Register following his release from prison in April. Inkpen, previously jailed for sexual assaults in Hartlepool, was expected to relocate to Leeds but has not met his reporting requirements. Authorities say he has links to Yorkshire, Kent and Sussex and are appealing for public information via 101 or Crimestoppers.

A man remains in critical condition after being violently attacked by two men outside Worcester Foregate Street station. British Transport Police said the victim was repeatedly punched and stamped on before officers and paramedics responded. Detectives released CCTV images of two men they want to identify and urged the public to provide information, including anonymously through Crimestoppers.

A US pilot, Nicholas F Gosselin, was shot dead and his aircraft burned by the West Papua National Liberation Army after landing in Indonesia’s Papua region, with the separatist group claiming the attack was meant as a message against civilian flights they consider violations. Indonesian authorities said the flight carried only Indigenous Papuan civilians and launched operations to recover the pilot’s body and pursue the attackers. The incident occurred amid escalating conflict in the region, where rebels have increasingly targeted foreign pilots.

A large industrial-unit fire in Swansea prompted major emergency response, with thick smoke visible across the city and surrounding areas. Fire crews deployed multiple appliances to contain the blaze and prevented it spreading to nearby buildings, later confirming the incident was under control but severely damaging the structure. South Wales Police enforced road closures around Dyfatty Street and urged the public to avoid the area. Local MP Torsten Bell advised residents to stay clear as investigations into the cause continue.

The Met Office forecasts a third UK heatwave with temperatures rising to the low 30s early next week and potentially reaching 34C in the South East by Thursday or Friday. Weather maps suggest some regions may see six consecutive days of 30C or higher. Yellow heat health alerts have been issued across several English regions, warning of increased pressure on health services and heightened risks such as cold water shock and drowning. A hosepipe ban will begin in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight as prolonged hot weather sets in.

Southern Water will impose a hosepipe ban in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight from July 10 due to low river levels following record heat. Forecasts indicate temperatures could reach 34C in the South East as another week‑long heatwave develops. The Met Office expects a north–south weather split, and UK health authorities have issued yellow heat health alerts across multiple English regions. The ban covers non‑essential water use and will be lifted once reservoir and river levels recover.

Police arrested a 62‑year‑old man in Manchester in connection with the disappearance and suspected murder of 17‑year‑old Donna Keogh, who vanished in 1998. A previous arrest of a 64‑year‑old man from Leeds remains under investigation as he is on bail. Cleveland Police continue to update Keogh’s family, who have awaited answers for nearly three decades. Authorities appeal for information, and a £20,000 Crimestoppers reward remains available.

Evri has filed a High Court libel claim against the BBC seeking about £1.2 million in special damages over a Panorama documentary segment it says falsely implied exploitative business practices and misleading of Parliament. The company alleges reputational harm, loss of prospective contracts worth over £1.1 million, and additional costs related to addressing the allegations. The BBC has not yet submitted a defence, and a hearing date is pending.

Police located a missing 15‑year‑old girl in a Knutsford hotel car park hours after she was kidnapped at knifepoint by convicted murderer Paul Sharpe. Sharpe forced her into his car in Altrincham, tied her up, moved between multiple car parks, made her drink alcohol and sexually assaulted her. CCTV led officers to his vehicle, ending an eight‑hour ordeal. Sharpe pleaded guilty to six offences including kidnapping, sexual assault and making threats with a blade. Prosecutors condemned his actions, and sentencing is scheduled for September 4.

A family-run haulage firm in West Lothian, JKM Transport Solutions, has entered liquidation, adding to ongoing instability in the UK transport sector. The company appointed a liquidator on June 29, with insolvency confirmed by Companies House. The collapse follows a series of similar failures among haulage and freight businesses this year, including K2B Transportation, Sunhill Transport, and ELI Group, amid economic pressures heightened by the Middle East conflict. The Road Haulage Association warned that insolvency rates remain significantly above pre‑pandemic levels, with hundreds of firms already affected and more expected throughout 2026.

A senior carer, Malek Alshabi, was sentenced at Grimsby Crown Court to nine years in prison plus three years on licence after CCTV recorded him attempting to rape an 85-year-old dementia patient at a northern Lincolnshire care home. Previously convicted of wilful neglect of another elderly resident, he breached a suspended sentence for that offence. The judge raised concerns about how he was able to gain re-employment in care work despite his history. A Sexual Harm Prevention Order and indefinite placement on the Sex Offender Register were imposed, and he will be barred from working with vulnerable individuals.

A judge at Birmingham Magistrates' Court set aside Michail Antonio’s conviction for failing to provide driver information after he explained he was recovering from a serious car crash and was not driving when his Lamborghini was recorded speeding. He stated the vehicle had been given to a car sale company months earlier. Antonio pleaded not guilty and will face trial next March, while a related speeding charge had already been dropped. The footballer previously spent weeks in hospital after a separate crash involving a Ferrari.

Ireland’s Health and Safety Executive warns travellers of rising measles cases across Europe, the UK, Canada and the United States, urging the public to check their MMR vaccination status. EU data shows nearly a thousand cases in the first four months of the year, with Bulgaria, Italy and Latvia recording the highest numbers. Officials highlight the risks of severe complications, emphasise the importance of maintaining high vaccination uptake, and advise contacting a doctor and isolating at home if exposure or symptoms occur.

A tourist train overturned during the Cártama tapas festival in southern Spain, injuring at least 17 people. Emergency services treated casualties at the scene, and four individuals, including three children, were taken to hospital with non‑serious injuries. The incident occurred while the train was navigating a crossing. Authorities suspended the service for the weekend and opened an investigation. The train was operating as part of a local festival encouraging visitors to tour businesses across the city.

Lancashire Police charged 30-year-old Junaid Nawaz with attempted murder and possession of a knife after a 17-year-old girl was stabbed in the neck on Wood Street in Brierfield. The victim was treated in hospital for non-life-threatening injuries and has since been discharged. Nawaz has been remanded to appear before Blackburn Magistrates Court, and police have increased patrols while appealing for information from the public.