UK house prices slide after rush to beat stamp duty changes

At Futian Port between mainland China and Hong Kong, officials discovered four endangered ball pythons hidden in a woman's bra after she appeared flustered and insisted she had nothing to declare. The woman admitted to transporting the snakes for a small fee, leading to their removal and an ongoing investigation, as ball pythons are illegal to keep as pets in China. Want More Context? 🔎

A man, Ian Rutledge, has died from gunshot injuries, becoming the fourth victim in a tragic shooting incident in Maguiresbridge, Northern Ireland, where Vanessa Whyte and her two children, James and Sara, were killed. The family, well-regarded in their community, were shot in their home last Wednesday, prompting police appeals for information to aid the investigation. Want More Context? 🔎

Stuart Compton, 46, and Tracy Turner, 52, have been sentenced for their horrific sexual abuse plans involving children, including graphic discussions about drugging and raping minors. Compton received a life sentence, while Turner was sentenced to 12 years plus an additional two on license, with their actions causing profound distress to the victims' families. Want More Context? 🔎

During a meeting at Trump Turnberry in Scotland, British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer appeared anxious and awkward while greeting U.S. President Donald Trump, according to body language expert Judy James. The interaction was marked by Starmer's nervous gestures and an attempt to interject during Trump's comments on Gaza, which Trump dominated, further highlighting Starmer's discomfort. Want More Context? 🔎

A mass shooting occurred at the Grand Sierra Resort in Reno, Nevada, on Monday morning, resulting in several injuries. Police apprehended the shooter shortly after arriving, and while some victims transported themselves to hospitals, officers confirmed there was no ongoing threat to the community. Want More Context? 🔎

A TUI flight from Birmingham Airport performed an emergency landing at East Midlands Airport due to a burst tyre, blocking the runway and preventing other flights from taking off. Passengers reported delays of over an hour while staff managed the situation, and several flights were diverted back to Birmingham before East Midlands Airport confirmed the runway was operational again. Want More Context? 🔎