Dogs and drones used in hunt for racoons which escaped zoo on Isle of Wight

The Quakers in Britain group has condemned the arrests of six Youth Demand supporters by over 30 police officers, noting it as the first occurrence in a Quaker meeting house. The detainees were arrested for conspiracy to cause a public nuisance, with the meeting held to share plans for non-violent civil resistance actions in April. Quakers in Britain emphasized the importance of freedom of speech and assembly, supporting the right to nonviolent public protest as...

Dr Sophie Chandauka, the head of the charity co-founded by Prince Harry, has accused the British royal of "bullying and harassment at scale" after he quit the Sentebale organisation. This accusation stems from Harry's alleged release of damaging news without informing Chandauka or the charity's directors, leading to a breakdown in their relationship and causing distress to the 540 individuals working for Sentebale. Harry and co-founder Prince Seeiso resigned as patrons of Sentebale in support...

In Vilvoorde, Belgium, the football shirt fair at Asiat Park, organised by InnoFoot, features 14 sellers showcasing over 2,000 shirts, including rare items like a Paul Van Himst Anderlecht shirt, with prices reaching up to €700+. Sellers like Alexander Loos and Robbie Houben highlight football history and culture through collectibles, attracting fans and collectors of all ages. The fair offers more than just buying and selling, with activities like a ball-kicking game and a photo...

Thousands of people with disabilities may lose benefits under Labour's welfare reforms, as an accessible version of the green paper on welfare reform has yet to be provided by the Department for Work and Pensions. Despite promises of audio and braille versions, the delay has drawn criticism from Lib Dem MP Steve Darling and Scope's James Taylor, who argue that disabled individuals facing significant benefit cuts deserve immediate access to the full plans. The government...

The United Nations agency is facing a significant funding shortfall, with only $1.57 billion of the required $21.1 billion received this year, leading to drastic reductions in emergency feeding programs in 28 regions, including Gaza, Sudan, Syria, and the DRC. In South Sudan, where two-thirds of the population is facing acute food insecurity, the upcoming rainy season threatens to worsen the situation, while in the DRC, outbreaks of infectious diseases are surging due to shortages...

Keir Starmer is considering retaliatory measures against the US after Donald Trump confirmed 25% tariffs on imported vehicles, making negotiations for a UK/US trade deal more difficult. The UK may follow the EU and Canada in imposing retaliatory tariffs, with the prime minister vowing to act in the national interest and leaving all options on the table. Despite attempts to woo Trump with a state visit and praise, the UK is still holding out the...