Empty shops to be turned into clubs and bars under new government plans

The Notting Hill Carnival, Europe's largest street party celebrating Caribbean culture, kicked off with vibrant costumes, music, and the J’ouvert celebration on August 24, 2025, and will continue through August 26. Despite the festive atmosphere, police reported 140 arrests, including for assaults on officers, and raised concerns over the use of live facial recognition technology during the event, which the Equality and Human Rights Commission claims breaches human rights law. Want More Context? 🔎

Three police officers in Leicester were hospitalized after an unknown liquid was thrown in their eyes during a response to a street fight early Sunday. A 25-year-old man has been arrested for administering a noxious substance, and police are urging witnesses or anyone affected to come forward as investigations continue into the incident. Want More Context? 🔎

Jon Michael Lee, 24, is wanted by police for escape from custody after being arrested for driving offences and burglary. He was last seen in CCTV footage at the Up in Arms Pub in Oxford, and authorities urge the public not to approach him but to call 999 if spotted, as he has a distinctive tattoo of two cherries on his left cheekbone. Want More Context? 🔎

A Texas mother, Kaura Taylor, has resurfaced in Scotland, living with the ‘Kingdom of Kubala’ as the second wife of its leader, King Atehene. The group claims to be a lost Hebrew tribe seeking to reclaim land they assert was stolen from their ancestors 400 years ago, raising concerns from Taylor’s family about her wellbeing and the welfare of her child. Want More Context? 🔎

A Home Office surveillance drone, identified as a Tekever AR5 Evolution MK2, caught fire and crashed on the M20 near Folkestone around 2 PM. Firefighters responded to the incident, which remains under investigation for its cause, while traffic delays occurred in the area as the drone, valued at £450,000, had previously been used for monitoring migrant crossings in the English Channel. Want More Context? 🔎

An anonymous billionaire plans to make the first dive to the Titanic since the 2023 Titan submersible disaster that killed five people, with the expedition costing $10 million. Triton Submersibles is developing a new $20 million sub, aiming to restore public confidence in deep-sea exploration following the safety failures of OceanGate, which has since suspended operations. Want More Context? 🔎