Inside the rumoured Liverpool-Manchester rail link plan

An Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner carrying 242 people crashed near Ahmedabad shortly after takeoff, resulting in fire and smoke visible from the ground. This incident recalls previous UK aviation disasters, including the Pan Am Flight 103 bombing over Lockerbie in 1988, which killed 270 people, marking one of the deadliest terrorist attacks in UK history. More Context

The chairman of the Sheku Bayoh Inquiry expressed his "humble and honoured" sentiments to grieving relatives, prompting accusations of bias after five meetings labeled as "secret." This has led to calls for his resignation amid concerns regarding the transparency and integrity of the inquiry process. More Context

An Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner carrying 242 passengers crashed near Ahmedabad airport shortly after takeoff on June 12, 2025, with reports indicating no survivors and over 100 fatalities, including many medical students nearby. Investigations are ongoing into the cause of the crash, while world leaders, including King Charles and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, express their condolences to the victims' families. More Context

A social media-organized demonstration in Ballymena aimed to express community anger over local issues but escalated into three nights of violence, prompting families to flee the area and display their nationalities on front doors for safety. The situation highlights rising tensions and the community's desire for peace amidst the turmoil. More Context

Violence in Ballymena has led to over 40 police officers being injured during three nights of rioting, sparked by a protest over an alleged sexual assault. The unrest has resulted in significant damage to homes and businesses, arson incidents, and has spread to other Northern Irish towns, with police deploying water cannons and rubber bullets to manage the crowds. More Context

Celebrity investigator Mark Williams-Thomas is launching a two-part podcast, Jay Slater: The Investigation, revealing new accounts surrounding the disappearance of 19-year-old Jay Slater in Tenerife. Key revelations include Jay carrying knives for "protection" and his final conversations with convicted drug dealer Ayub Qassim and his friend Lucy Law, shedding light on the chaotic circumstances leading up to his vanishing. More Context