New data show dog attacks have doubled since lockdown. In 2025, 29,400 incidents causing injury were recorded, about 81 a day. The rise coincides with claims breeders are exploiting a loophole in the XL bully ban by selling a smaller ‘pocket’ type. Critics urge tighter rules and enforcement.

The BBC has cancelled its Saturday football show, ending a long‑running programme. Staff will be redeployed where possible, and a replacement format is expected as the broadcaster reshapes its weekend sports schedule.

Amanda Knox says she has written to Lucy Letby as part of research for a new podcast, sending a letter and a copy of her book after a London screening of her documentary. Knox, cleared of Meredith Kercher’s 2007 killing, also noted ongoing calls for an inquiry.

A sacked vetting chief told MPs he faced “constant pressure” to clear Lord Mandelson for a proposed US ambassador role, saying there was a push to approve it before a presidential inauguration. The claim intensifies scrutiny of the PM’s handling of the process.