Residents from Portadown's Garvaghy Road have failed in their High Court bid to overturn a decision permitting the annual Drumcree Orange Order march. Judges ruled their role was confined to the lawfulness of the determination, not the parade's merits.
The entire run of the 'Mean Girls' UK tour at Belfast's Grand Opera House has been cancelled following street disorder in the city. Vivian Panka, the first black actress to play Regina George, stated she is 'scared' and has remained indoors due to the unrest, particularly highlighting concerns for people of colour.
John Healey, the Defence Secretary, has resigned, citing the government's "unwilling" and "unable" stance on committing necessary resources to national defence. His departure marks the sixth ministerial resignation and fourth Cabinet-level exit for Sir Keir Starmer's government since last month's elections, further undermining the Prime Minister's authority.
