Sir Ian McKellen looking to take the rest of the year off after fall

A children's story time event featuring drag performers Lady Portia Di’Monte and Miss Dora Belle at Belfast's Holywood Arches Library was disrupted by protesters, leading to their police escort for safety. Advocates argue that such events promote inclusivity and are safe for children, while critics, including DUP's Gordon Lyons, deem them inappropriate. Want More Context? 🔎

Former heavyweight boxer Ronnie Russell, who received the George Medal for thwarting an attempted kidnapping of Princess Anne in 1974, expressed regret over not hitting the assailant, Ian Ball, harder after his recent release from Broadmoor. Ball, who killed four men during the incident and remains unrepentant, continues to claim the kidnapping was a hoax, prompting Russell to criticize the justice system for allowing his freedom. Want More Context? 🔎

OceanGate's Titan submersible disaster, which killed CEO Stockton Rush and four others during a Titanic wreck exploration in June 2023, resulted from the company's use of intimidation tactics to evade regulatory scrutiny, as revealed in a US Coast Guard report. The report cites a "toxic workplace," safety negligence, and potential criminal offenses by Rush, who ignored vital inspections, leading to the implosion of the sub. Want More Context? 🔎

According to Dr. Luke Kemp from the University of Cambridge, US President Donald Trump, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Chinese leader Xi Jinping represent the "dark triad" of leadership traits—narcissism, psychopathy, and Machiavellianism—contributing to societal risks. He warns that unchecked power could lead to global collapse, but advocates for genuine democracy as a solution to avoid disaster. Want More Context? 🔎

Donald Trump recently expressed skepticism about running for a third presidential term, stating, "No, probably not," despite previously joking about it and having strong poll numbers. The 22nd Amendment limits presidents to two terms, and any effort to change this would require significant legislative support, which currently seems unlikely. Want More Context? 🔎

The UK’s Skyrora has received a launch license from the Civil Aviation Authority to launch a rocket from Scotland, marking the first such event in 50 years. Simultaneously, the US and China are racing to build a nuclear reactor on the Moon, with concerns about potential territorial claims by China. Want More Context? 🔎