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.

Documents reveal Lord Mandelson sought over £500k to leave after revelations about links to a disgraced financier. Officials negotiated the sum down to £75k, emails show, with ministers endorsing the compromise.

A London market trader whose photo featured on a “Welcome to Heathrow” poster suffered racist abuse online. He chose conciliation, inviting detractors to share dates at his stall, stressing dialogue, hospitality and forgiveness over hostility.