The community of St. Blazey, Cornwall, is mourning the death of five-year-old Noah Woods. Local residents express profound sadness following this incident, which marks another devastating loss for a village described as no stranger to tragedy.
Andy Burnham, the newly elected MP for Makerfield, has confirmed his intention to stand for Labour leader, a move effectively anointing him as the next Prime Minister. Wes Streeting, previously considered a main rival, withdrew his candidacy and endorsed Burnham, clearing the path for an uncontested leadership. This development accelerates the transition, with Burnham potentially assuming power as early as 16 July, despite some internal concerns about the preparedness of his policy platform.
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, former leader of the Democratic Unionist Party, has been convicted on 18 counts of child sex abuse, including one charge of rape, against two young women. His wife, Lady Eleanor Donaldson, was found to have aided and abetted her husband's offending on four occasions.
Lewis Hawkes faces five counts of attempted murder, alongside other charges, following alleged anti-Muslim attacks that injured five individuals across Edinburgh.
A red weather warning for extreme heat has been issued for parts of England and Wales, forecasting temperatures potentially reaching 40C. This marks only the second such warning ever issued, indicating significant health risks and disruption across daily life and infrastructure.
Former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson was found guilty on 18 charges of child sex abuse, including one count of rape, following a four-week trial at Newry Crown Court. His wife, Lady Eleanor Donaldson, was found to have committed five related acts, including aiding and abetting.
Another Reform UK councillor in Wakefield has resigned from the party, less than two months after the party secured control of the council. Steve Lewis will now serve as an independent, following a similar move by Rhys Carr two weeks prior, raising questions about the party's stability.
Thalha Jubair and Owen Flowers pleaded guilty to computer misuse offences, causing months of disruption and financial losses for Transport for London.
A three-year-old boy, attacked by a crocodile at a Cambridgeshire zoo, is now in a stable condition. A 30-year-old man has been arrested and bailed on suspicion of attempted murder following the incident.
Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar has commended Keir Starmer's contributions, particularly ending Tory rule and poverty reduction, even after previously urging his resignation. This comes as former cabinet minister Andy Burnham emerges as a leading contender to succeed Starmer, whose premiership has faced criticism for policy "missteps."
The UK has seen five Prime Ministers resign over the past decade, a period characterised by political turbulence and economic challenges. From David Cameron's post-referendum departure to Rishi Sunak's recent announcement, each exit reflected the profound shifts within British politics.
Welsh First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth has called for increased powers and funding for Wales from the next Prime Minister following Sir Keir Starmer's resignation. He expressed disappointment over Westminster's political turbulence hindering engagement with the Welsh Government, while various Welsh political figures offered contrasting reactions to Starmer's departure and the upcoming leadership contest.
Keir Starmer has resigned as Prime Minister, just two years after delivering his inaugural address outside Number 10. His departure initiates a Labour Party leadership contest.