‘I was gardening when armed police arrested me – they thought I was an extremist’

A farmer in France, Pierre Richard, defended his decision to spray liquid manure on campers who illegally set up their caravans on his land after police refused to intervene. The group, consisting of up to 250 caravans, reportedly ignored a nearby designated site, leading to a confrontation where Pierre claimed he acted to protect his land and prevent further encampments. Want More Context? 🔎

The Red Arrows will perform at the Blackpool Airshow this weekend, with displays scheduled for Saturday at 2pm and Sunday at 5pm, followed by a flypast at the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Their flight path includes notable locations such as Southport, Llandudno, and Rhyl, before returning to their base at RAF Waddington after the shows. Want More Context? 🔎

A woman in her 60s drowned at Skegness beach, Lincolnshire, prompting a major search and rescue operation involving an RNLI lifeboat, a coastguard helicopter, and an air ambulance. Despite efforts to revive her after being pulled from the water around 5:30 PM, she was pronounced dead at the scene, with condolences expressed for her family. Want More Context? 🔎

A lorry overturned on the northbound M6 in Staffordshire, spilling diesel and closing the motorway between junctions J14 and J15 for nearly 12 hours, causing significant traffic delays. The driver was unharmed, and while diversions are in place, the road is expected to remain closed for resurfacing and repairs throughout the morning. Want More Context? 🔎

Banksy, the anonymous British street artist known for his politically charged graffiti, continues to create new works, including a recent mural in London’s Clerkenwell Green featuring a girl with balloons. His art can be found across the city, including notable pieces in Brick Lane, Walthamstow, Chelsea, and Shoreditch, where he addresses social issues through witty and satirical imagery. Want More Context? 🔎

It has been 80 years since the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, which marked the beginning of the nuclear age, yet the horrors of that time are still echoed by survivors like Yoshito Matsushige. As discussions about potential nuclear threats continue, survivors urge younger generations to remember the devastating impact of war and the necessity for lasting peace. Want More Context? 🔎