Move to drop hate speech from Bill does not mean ‘walking away’, says Helen McEntee

Police in Ohio have launched a manhunt for Bruce Reginald Foster III, the suspected gunman in a mass shooting at a manufacturing warehouse that left one person dead and five others injured. The shooting took place at KDC/One on Smith Mill Road North, with authorities confirming it was a targeted attack. Police have evacuated the building, are urging residents to avoid the area, and are asking for assistance from the public in their investigation. Full...

Graham Norton and the UK Eurovision team addressed rumors about the 2025 act, clarifying that the performer was never intended to be revealed after The Traitors finale. While the official confirmation is pending, reports suggest country pop trio Remember Monday will represent the UK in Basel. The delegation hinted at a return to UK musical heritage and ongoing song development, with expectations for a grand announcement. Full Article

Labour minister Steve Reed rejected Donald Trump's proposal to relocate Gaza's inhabitants, advocating for their return to rebuild their lives. Trump suggested transforming Gaza into a prosperous area to prevent violence, but Reed emphasized the need for Palestinians to go back home and achieve lasting peace through a two-state solution. While acknowledging Trump's role in the ceasefire, Reed reiterated the UK government's stance on supporting Palestinians in rebuilding their shattered lives. Full Article

President Donald Trump announced plans for the US to "take over the Gaza Strip" and transform it into the "Riviera of the Middle East" during a news conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Trump described Gaza as a "hell hole" and suggested its inhabitants could relocate to nearby countries. Netanyahu praised Trump as Israel's greatest friend in the White House and expressed optimism about a potential transformation of Gaza. Full Article

Scotland's stunning natural beauty is overshadowed by the fact that half of its private land is owned by just 432 super-rich individuals, limiting access and opportunities for others. Efforts to reform land ownership have fallen short, with a new Land Reform Bill criticized for not going far enough to address the issue. Nicola Sturgeon's Promise aims to improve children's protection services for those in care, but more work is needed to ensure equal opportunities and...

Keir Starmer is facing criticism for moving forward with the handover of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, potentially costing the UK £18 billion. The deal includes a 99-year lease for the UK-US naval base on Diego Garcia, with payments linked to inflation. Downing Street sources have disputed the cost calculation, emphasizing the need to protect national security.Critics have accused Starmer of jeopardizing the UK's relationship with the US and putting national security at risk. Full...