Trump suggested he may not uphold Nato’s mutual-defence pledge for allies he deems underpaying, triggering alarm. UK figures reaffirmed firm backing for Nato and urged Europe to meet spending targets, warning such rhetoric emboldens adversaries and weakens collective security.
Donald Trump urged Britain and European allies to safeguard their own oil interests, saying the US won’t keep policing supply lines. Citing US energy independence, he pressed partners to assume more responsibility for securing shipments and ensuring stability.
Investigators say a tenant deliberately triggered a gas explosion after being told his rent would rise by £80. He died in the blast, which destroyed his home and damaged neighbouring properties. Police and fire services concluded he had tampered with gas appliances.
Solar and home battery sales have jumped 62% as households seek protection from rising energy bills. Analysts link the surge to oil and gas price hikes tied to US policy under Trump. Installers report supply bottlenecks, while experts urge faster planning and grants to speed uptake.
Donald Trump mocked Britain’s new aircraft carriers as “toys”, saying the US doesn’t need them. Made amid reports of setbacks to a US mission in the Gulf, the remarks drew UK criticism for belittling allied capability and the importance of joint defence.
A former Conservative ex‑justice minister told a court he used drugs and attended drug‑fuelled parties, saying first‑hand experience informed his policy work. Police reportedly found related items at his home. He denies wrongdoing and the hearing continues.
A patient has been awarded the George Medal after preventing an attack at St James’s Hospital, Leeds. He calmly spoke to and embraced a man who was threatening the maternity unit, persuading him to give up, and enabling officers to secure the area without casualties.
A fire destroyed ambulances at a Jewish medical charity in London, which police are treating as a suspected hate crime. A family whose baby previously received lifesaving care praised the volunteers’ compassion and support for all communities. Police appeals and inquiries continue.
Unions urge the government to launch a Covid‑style emergency plan to shield jobs from an energy shock linked to Middle East instability. The TUC calls for guaranteed power supplies, support for energy‑intensive firms, and a rapid push on renewables to prevent factory shutdowns.
ABBA Voyage’s creators have acquired rights to Tina Turner’s image and songs, paving the way for an avatar-led concert show. Pophouse, co-founded by Bjorn Ulvaeus, plans an immersive production modelled on the ABBA residency; timetable and venue are yet to be announced.
MSPs rejected plans to legalise assisted dying. Campaigners vowed to keep pressing for a safeguarded choice for terminally ill adults, arguing the debate is unfinished. Opponents hailed the result as protecting vulnerable people and called for stronger palliative care.
Rachel Reeves unveils a multibillion‑pound push to make the UK a leader in AI and quantum computing, including a nationwide rollout of supercomputers. She says it will create jobs, lift productivity and stem the brain drain, with benefits for health, energy and transport.
World leaders rejected Donald Trump’s call for a military response to Iran, refusing to send warships. Isolated after his threats, he also criticised Starmer and warned NATO allies. The focus shifted to energy security, with most urging diplomacy and restraint over escalation.
An ex-US security adviser says Trump recognises he’s in trouble over Iran policy, having failed to set clear aims. Tehran denies a reported US plea for talks, while the oil crisis worsens, intensifying pressure on Washington.
After a fall caused by a substandard ladder bought online, a tradesman who had to quit work is leading a drive to stop dangerous fakes. He urges tighter import checks, action on bogus safety marks and stronger duties on marketplaces to remove risky goods and protect workers.