Convicted killer dies after falling from roof of iconic landmark

Dmitry Rogozin, a senior Russian official and ally of Putin, threatened missile strikes on UK defense sites, displaying a map of targets on television. His remarks followed criticism of former British defense secretary Ben Wallace and included warnings against sending children to study in the UK, while TV propagandist Solovyov threatened to deploy nuclear drones against Britain. Want More Context? 🔎

Baroness Michelle Mone has intensified her criticism of political opponents, specifically targeting Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch for her "inflammatory" and "reckless" remarks, which Mone claims could jeopardize an ongoing police investigation regarding her involvement in PPE contract awards. Mone’s accusations highlight the tension between her and Badenoch amid scrutiny of her business dealings. Want More Context? 🔎

A 23-year-old Alaskan climber, Balin Miller, tragically fell to his death from El Capitan in Yosemite National Park while livestreaming on TikTok, marking the park's third fatality this summer. His mother confirmed his passion for climbing, and the incident occurred amid a federal government shutdown that has limited park operations, prompting concerns over visitor safety. Want More Context? 🔎

Japan is facing an impending shortage of Asahi beer after the company halted production due to a cyber attack that disrupted its factory operations nationwide. Although the attack has primarily affected Japanese operations and not its global business, local retailers are running low on stock, with Asahi's popular Super Dry lager expected to be depleted soon. Want More Context? 🔎

Dame Sarah Mullally has been named the first female Archbishop of Canterbury in the Church of England's history, set to be officially confirmed in January. She succeeds Justin Welby, who stepped down amid an abuse scandal, and her appointment follows a two-thirds majority vote by the Crown Nominations Commission, with the final approval from the Prime Minister and the King. Want More Context? 🔎

During a recent Valdai discussion, Vladimir Putin reminisced about a morning he spent with Tony Blair at Chequers in 2001, where they enjoyed coffee in pyjamas. This meeting is part of a broader history of collaboration between the two leaders, including the UK’s £35 million investment in Russian projects under Blair's government, which ultimately failed to prevent Putin's military aggression in Ukraine. Want More Context? 🔎