Justin Welby says he would forgive serial Church of England abuser John Smyth if he was alive

One of Britain's worst paedophiles, Anthony Barron, has died in prison at the age of 72 while serving life for 87 charges of child sexual abuse, including attempted rape and making indecent photographs. Barron, who targeted girls aged three to twelve over nine years, was found dead at HMP Ashfield, and his death is under investigation by the Prison and Probation Ombudsman. Want More Context? 🔎

An Indian restaurant in Northampton, Saffron, accused four young men of dining and dashing after they enjoyed a £197.30 meal, which included nine main courses, before leaving without paying. The restaurant shared CCTV footage on social media and reported the incident to the police, highlighting the impact of such thefts on small businesses. Want More Context? 🔎

Visitors to Galata Tower in Istanbul enjoyed a spectacular view of the Sturgeon Moon on August 9, 2025, which coincided with the peak of the Perseid meteor shower. Named by Native American tribes due to the abundance of sturgeon fish during this time, the Sturgeon Moon was visible worldwide, with stunning views reported from locations like New York, Greece, Italy, and London. Want More Context? 🔎

It discusses the impact of AI, particularly ChatGPT, on children like 11-year-old Sophie, who turned to it for emotional support after being bullied at school. While AI can provide comfort and aid in learning, educators express concern that it may hinder essential skills like critical thinking and writing, as children increasingly rely on it for homework and creative tasks. Want More Context? 🔎

A man in his 50s died after a tractor crashed into parked vehicles following a vintage car show in Fiddington, near Tewkesbury, at around 11:25 p.m. The driver, a man in his 20s, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and driving under the influence; the event was canceled the next day, with refunds promised for online purchases. Want More Context? 🔎

Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood announced a new law allowing immediate deportation of foreign criminals upon receiving a custodial sentence, aimed at alleviating prison overcrowding in England and Wales. Currently, foreign offenders make up about 12% of the prison population, and the legislation will expedite their deportation process significantly, potentially saving taxpayers money. Want More Context? 🔎