Emma O'Neill

Twelve individuals were arrested across the UK in connection with a suspected far-right terrorism threat targeting the UK Ijtima Islamic gathering at Shrubland Hall in Suffolk. Police acted pre-emptively, prompting the event to end slightly early but safely. Eight suspects were detained under the Terrorism Act, while four others were arrested for conspiracy to murder or assisting an offender. One has been bailed, with searches ongoing at multiple locations. Counterterrorism officials emphasized there is no wider public threat, while Suffolk Police increased local patrols to reassure residents after the declaration and later withdrawal of a major incident.

Police are investigating the murder of former MP and Reform UK spokeswoman Ann Widdecombe after a man was seen leaving a property linked to the suspect carrying a wooden stick on the morning of the suspected attack. A 28‑year‑old man was arrested in Rotherham, where police seized a red vehicle and conducted extensive forensic searches. Authorities stated there is no indication of terrorism or political motivation and urged the public not to speculate as detectives continue examining the suspect in custody.

Sam Neill died suddenly at age 78 in Sydney, surrounded by family, who described his passing as unexpected but noted he remained cancer‑free. His family expressed gratitude to staff at St Vincent's Private Hospital. Neill’s five‑decade career included his defining role as Dr Alan Grant in the Jurassic Park films and performances in major films and series such as The Hunt for Red October, The Piano, Event Horizon, Peaky Blinders and The Tudors. Further details about his death have not yet been released.