Robina Aminian, 23, was killed amid nationwide protests in Iran. Rights groups say the death toll may top 500 as authorities intensify a crackdown on dissent. In the UK, a senior minister urged military action, while Labour urged calm.
Private clinics are issuing high-strength cannabis for anxiety and depression via a legal loophole, with prescriptions sometimes following a single online consultation and home delivery. Specialists warn of risks and weak oversight, prompting calls for tighter regulation.
Ministers are preparing a climbdown on planned tax rises for pubs, with Rachel Reeves expected to unveil emergency rates relief. Officials promise a lifeline, but details and timing remain unclear. Kemi and hospitality leaders warn the offer won’t go far enough.
An Oxford review of 37 trials involving about 9,300 people finds that those who stop weight‑loss injections typically regain much of the lost weight within two years. Experts say ongoing treatment may be needed to maintain results, raising questions over long‑term use, cost and NHS guidance.
Police admitted mixing up the identities of two teenagers after a crash, wrongly telling one family their son had died and another that theirs had survived. The mistake was uncovered three weeks later when the survivor regained consciousness and confirmed his identity. An inquiry is under way.
The PM warned that any US bid to take control of Greenland would undermine NATO, backing Denmark’s leader and urging Washington to respect allies’ sovereignty. He risks a rift with Trump after a recent US operation abroad raised fears Greenland could be targeted.
Labour faces internal unrest as MPs urge the PM to condemn a US operation in Venezuela that resulted in Nicolás Maduro’s capture. Starmer has resisted, emphasising the UK–US alliance. Left‑wing critics cite inconsistency; supporters say he’s safeguarding national interests.
A fire at a Swiss ski resort killed at least 47, with dozens missing as investigators examine safety and evacuation procedures. Authorities are identifying victims, supporting families and reviewing building standards as the resort community seeks answers.
A sparkler reportedly placed in a champagne bottle ignited a blaze at a crowded ski bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, leaving at least 47 dead. Authorities are investigating safety practices and the use of party props. Identification may take days, with consular support offered to Britons.
Ministers are considering issuing digital IDs at birth, expanding Labour’s scheme beyond adults. The plan, discussed in private meetings, would create a lifelong digital profile linked to public services and employment checks. Supporters cite efficiency; critics warn about privacy and state overreach.