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London father appeals Peru ruling over son’s return after delays
Asim Hanif, a father from west London, says he fears he may never see his six-year-old son Aidan again after the boy’s mother did not return with him from a family visit to Peru in March 2024. A Peruvian judge accepted that Aidan was wrongfully kept there and that his habitual residence was the UK,…
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Former Dallas officer Amber Guyger granted parole after seven years in prison
Amber Guyger, a former Dallas police officer, has been granted parole after serving about seven years of a 10-year sentence for murdering her neighbour, Botham Jean. The case drew national attention because Guyger said she mistook Jean’s flat for her own and shot him, believing he was an intruder. Jean was a 26-year-old accountant who…
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Aunt Bessie’s updates logo with younger-looking, more welcoming character
Aunt Bessie’s has updated its logo, replacing the familiar rosy-cheeked woman holding a bowl of batter with a younger-looking character shown with open arms. The brand says the change is intended to feel more contemporary and welcoming, while keeping the character recognisable to long-time customers. Aunt Bessie’s began producing frozen Yorkshire puddings for Butlins in…
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Waverley marks 80 years as supporters’ £1 rescue preserved paddle steamer
The Waverley, a paddle steamer that launched 80 years ago, is celebrating her birthday as the world’s last operational seagoing paddle steamer. The vessel was nearly scrapped in 1973 when passenger numbers declined, but was saved by a group of enthusiastic supporters who bought her for £1 and restored her to service, preventing what would…
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Whistleblower alleges Scottish welfare advisers coached applicants to make false claims
A whistleblower has alleged that staff in Scotland’s benefits and welfare advice services encouraged false claims and coached applicants to describe conditions they did not have. Scottish Conservative leader Russell Findlay raised the claims at First Minister’s Questions, arguing that they expose weaknesses in the system and asking John Swinney whether his approach is too…
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Sean Connery documentary to be directed by his granddaughter
Sir Sean Connery’s life is to be the subject of a major documentary directed by his granddaughter, French filmmaker Stephanie Renouvin. Titled *Sean Connery: The Untold Story*, it will draw on footage from the family archive and is being developed by Paris-based production company CAPA. Renouvin previously made *Madame Sean Connery*, about her painter grandmother…
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JONATHAN BROCKLEBANK: I feel like a man out of time… but when DID we decide stealing 15 minutes of someone else’s life is fair play?
Jonathan Brocklebank reflects on his inherited anxiety about punctuality and argues that arriving late can show disregard for other people’s time. He says a survey suggesting that a 15-minute delay is acceptable has made him question how lateness became so widely tolerated. The survey asked 2,000 adults about acceptable lateness: respondents reportedly considered 15 minutes…
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Trump reveals FlyDubai pilot may be linked to Iran as he issues chilling warning
A FlyDubai co-pilot stabbed the captain of a flight travelling from Dubai to Tel Aviv on Wednesday in an apparent attempt to hijack or crash the aircraft. With over 170 passengers aboard, primarily Israelis, disaster was averted when the wounded captain unlocked the cockpit, enabling passengers to overpower the assailant. The flight diverted to Tabuk…
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Longtime Delta Diamond member questions whether its loyalty perks are worth it
Josh Kaplan, a Delta Diamond Medallion member for a decade, says he may stop flying with the airline after becoming dissatisfied with its service and loyalty benefits. His public complaints highlight how even frequent, high-spending customers can feel that the perks no longer justify their loyalty. Kaplan said he had not received an upgrade to…
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Holyrood leaders clash over domestic priorities and government record
Scottish First Minister’s Questions saw opposition leaders challenge the government’s policy priorities and record on key issues. Reform leader Malcolm Offord questioned why parliament prioritises independence and international debates over pressing domestic issues, whilst also asking for evidence that the government’s drugs strategy works. Conservative leader Russell Findlay raised concerns about pension and state benefit…