Scots mum and son unable to sleep as house ‘overrun’ by rat infestation

A 16-year-old boy from East Kilbride died after being stabbed on Irvine beach, Scotland, during a busy summer evening when crowds had gathered. Emergency services responded around 6:45 PM but were unable to save him after he suffered critical injuries while reportedly defending friends from an attack. An extensive investigation is underway, with police urging witnesses, particularly those who filmed the incident, to come forward as local community concerns grow over the tragedy. Full Article

A new government app is set to launch a digital driving licence and official ID, aiming to replace traditional plastic licences as part of a £45 billion digital overhaul. The digital licence will be available through the Gov.uk App and Wallet, which will also store documents like MOT dates and benefits payments, enhancing ID verification for various uses. While the app will first be accessible to veterans this summer, the digital driving licence will remain...

In autumn 2022, national outrage erupted over overcrowding at migrant processing centres, revealing troubling conditions inside. British Red Cross staff were present on-site, striving to support residents while attempting to prompt officials to take action, as documented in emails, performance reports, and letters released to Holly Bancroft. This situation highlights the ongoing challenges faced by humanitarian organizations in advocating for better treatment of vulnerable populations amidst systemic failures. Full Article

Pope Leo XIV's Inauguration Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff, arrived for his inauguration at St. Peter’s Square, where approximately 250,000 people gathered to witness the event. Riding in a specially designed popemobile, he greeted well-wishers and was accompanied by notable guests including US Vice President JD Vance and Ukraine’s leader Volodymyr Zelensky. Elected on May 8, the 69-year-old pontiff, born Robert Prevost in Chicago, prepared for his role by watching the Oscar-winning film...

A Mexican Navy training ship, Cuauhtemoc, collided with the Brooklyn Bridge in New York City on May 17, 2025, resulting in two fatalities and multiple injuries among its crew. The ship, which was set to embark on a goodwill tour to Iceland, lost its three masts during the incident, with some sailors left hanging from harnesses as rescue efforts commenced. While at least 19 individuals required medical treatment, including four seriously injured, the historic bridge...

Thousands of jobs at Poundland may be at risk as the struggling brand, which operates 850 stores and employs over 16,000 staff, considers a rescue deal that could involve closing hundreds of locations. Its parent company, Pepco, is exploring strategic options to separate Poundland from the group, focusing on its more profitable Pepco brand, with potential bids from entities like Gordon Brothers and Modella Capital. The challenging UK retail environment has led to a significant...