Melvyn Downes, the SAS: Who Dares Wins figure, condemns Prince Andrew’s behaviour, alleging he once ignored soldiers at an inspection to drink champagne with senior officers. He calls the ex-royal arrogant and ignorant, saying the incident made him lose all respect.

A TV presenter faces a lawsuit from a 68-year-old woman who says she tripped in the car park of his farm pub, suffering rib fractures and needing surgery. She alleges negligence over site safety and is pursuing a civil claim.

A veteran soap actor revealed a breast cancer diagnosis discovered minutes before filming. She needs urgent surgery, is undergoing treatment, and says she feels fine and remains positive.

Freshly released files on Jeffrey Epstein contain photographs said to show a former royal, intensifying scrutiny of past links and sparking renewed calls for transparency and accountability. Supporters deny wrongdoing; critics say questions remain.