‘My legs don’t work as they should, but that won’t stop me’: The grey brigade risking arrest for Palestine

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? 🔎

Israel conducted around 30 airstrikes on Yemen's capital, Sanaa, in response to Houthi missile attacks on its territory, resulting in at least two deaths and 35 injuries. Houthi officials vowed to continue their support for Palestinians in Gaza and maintain military operations against Israel despite the bombardment. Want More Context? 🔎

Sir Keir Starmer is implementing a new strategy to address the rising number of asylum claims in the UK, including the establishment of independent bodies to expedite the appeals process, which currently has a backlog of 106,000 cases. Amid increasing protests against migrant hotels, the Home Secretary announced plans to introduce legal requirements for quicker decision-making on asylum cases, aiming to reduce costs and alleviate community tensions. Want More Context? 🔎

The Prince and Princess of Wales, along with their children Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, attended a Sunday service at Crathie Kirk near Balmoral, where they were joined by King Charles, Queen Camilla, and other royal family members. Notably absent was Prince Andrew, despite being seen earlier on the estate, while the family was greeted with a guard of honour. Want More Context? 🔎

A fire at the Indian Aroma restaurant in Ilford, east London, is being treated as a suspected arson attack, leaving three injured in life-threatening condition. Two arrests, a 15-year-old boy and a 54-year-old man, have been made on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life, as police continue their investigation into the shocking incident. Want More Context? 🔎