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Embattled police and crime commissioner cancels ‘ridiculous’ 127-date speaking tour, after finally admitting it couldn’t be done in his ‘spare time’
Colin Sutton, Norfolk’s Police and Crime Commissioner, has cancelled a planned 127-date speaking tour after initially claiming it could be conducted in his spare time alongside his £79,000-annual taxpayer-funded role. Following five days of public and political backlash, Mr Sutton performed a U-turn and announced he would focus on his day job, conceding that the…
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Queen at Sea review – crushingly sad dementia drama offers a startling portrait of intimacy
Lance Hammer’s *Queen at Sea* is a deeply distressing drama about dementia, intimacy and the moral dilemmas facing families when a spouse-carer and patient are both vulnerable. The film centres on Amanda, who calls the police after finding her stepfather Martin having sex with her mother Leslie, whose dementia has raised doubts about her ability…
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Spotify’s Fresh Finds Forward gives artists free studio time and more
Spotify has launched Fresh Finds Forward, a new support programme designed to help artists capitalise on exposure gained through the platform’s Fresh Finds playlists. Artists selected for Fresh Finds playlists from 1 January 2026 onwards can now access 12 months of additional resources and benefits, representing a significant investment by Spotify in supporting emerging talent.…
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King Charles warns of ‘existential danger’ of AI falling into wrong hands
King Charles has warned AI leaders that advanced technology could pose an “existential danger” if it falls into the wrong hands. At a summit he convened in Scotland, he urged executives and policymakers to ensure AI remains focused on serving humanity, communities and the natural world, amid growing calls for stronger safeguards. The meeting included…
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‘I thought as you’re so fluent!’ Sadiq Khan mocks Zack Polanski by answering him in Urdu after Green leader released by-election campaign video in South Asian language
London mayor Sadiq Khan mocked Green Party leader Zack Polanski during Mayor’s Question Time by responding to him in Urdu, following Polanski’s release of a by-election campaign video in the South Asian language. Polanski is standing as the Green candidate for Holborn and St Pancras in an October 8 by-election triggered by former prime minister…
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Heartbroken father of tragic Noah Woods pays tribute to ‘sweetest and most innocent boy’ after police find body in lake
Three-year-old Noah Woods is believed to have drowned after leaving a children’s play area in Brantham, Suffolk, on Tuesday afternoon. His body was recovered from nearby Decoy Pond by police divers, bringing a large search operation involving emergency services and hundreds of volunteers to a tragic conclusion. Noah’s father, Rhys Woods, described him as “the…
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Ireland says it will boycott Eurovision for a second year due to Gaza
Ireland’s national broadcaster RTE has announced that the country will not participate in the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest, marking the second consecutive year of boycott. The decision is based on opposition to Israel’s participation in the competition, citing the ongoing humanitarian crisis and loss of life in Gaza. This follows Ireland’s 2026 boycott, when it…
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Paloma Faith wears shirt supporting Palestinian terrorist who ‘murdered five people’ as she wades into Ed Sheeran tour row in interview on Channel 4 podcast
Paloma Faith was pictured wearing a “Free Marwan” shirt while discussing Ed Sheeran’s decision to remove rapper Macklemore from his tour. She criticised Sheeran’s claim that his concerts should remain apolitical, arguing that children should be exposed to political issues and referencing the situation in Gaza and the West Bank. The shirt supports Marwan Barghouti,…
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Swedish PM Kristersson resigns after election loss
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson has resigned after his right-wing governing bloc narrowly lost the general election to the centre-left opposition. The result is expected to return Social Democrat leader Magdalena Andersson to power, although forming a government may be difficult because the opposition parties disagree on issues including taxation. Preliminary results indicate the opposition…
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Albanese government considers ‘world-leading’ ban on smart glasses in public office and buildings
The Albanese government is considering a “world-leading” ban on smart glasses in federal workplaces following growing privacy concerns from councils across Australia, which have already implemented targeted restrictions. Public service minister Katy Gallagher stated the devices raise “legitimate privacy and security concerns” due to their recording capabilities, and the government is seeking advice on whether…