Search for missing ‘body’ in river turns up life-size sex doll

In Guangdong Province, China, a significant outbreak of the mosquito-borne Chikungunya virus has led to over 7,000 infections, prompting urgent public health measures, including citywide cleanups and the introduction of 'elephant mosquitoes' to combat the spread. While the risk of local transmission in the UK remains low, concerns grow as outbreaks are reported in Europe and Southeast Asia. Want More Context? 🔎

Anti-migrant protests outside the Bell Hotel in Epping, England, led to 15 arrests as tensions flared between opposing groups. A controversial video by YouTuber Wesley Winter misinterpreted police remarks, prompting Essex Police to clarify that they did not label protesters as 'fascists,' while officials emphasized the importance of maintaining law and order amid rising tensions regarding asylum seeker accommodations. Want More Context? 🔎

The £157 million EuroMillions jackpot numbers are 1, 3, 5, 42, and 47, with lucky stars 5 and 10. The National Lottery will pause for 36 hours this weekend due to a major technology upgrade, preventing ticket purchases and result checks, while winners have 180 days to claim their prizes, amid stories of both fortunate and unfortunate outcomes for past winners. Want More Context? 🔎

A children's story time event featuring drag performers Lady Portia Di’Monte and Miss Dora Belle at Belfast's Holywood Arches Library was disrupted by protesters, leading to their police escort for safety. Advocates argue that such events promote inclusivity and are safe for children, while critics, including DUP's Gordon Lyons, deem them inappropriate. Want More Context? 🔎

Former heavyweight boxer Ronnie Russell, who received the George Medal for thwarting an attempted kidnapping of Princess Anne in 1974, expressed regret over not hitting the assailant, Ian Ball, harder after his recent release from Broadmoor. Ball, who killed four men during the incident and remains unrepentant, continues to claim the kidnapping was a hoax, prompting Russell to criticize the justice system for allowing his freedom. Want More Context? 🔎

OceanGate's Titan submersible disaster, which killed CEO Stockton Rush and four others during a Titanic wreck exploration in June 2023, resulted from the company's use of intimidation tactics to evade regulatory scrutiny, as revealed in a US Coast Guard report. The report cites a "toxic workplace," safety negligence, and potential criminal offenses by Rush, who ignored vital inspections, leading to the implosion of the sub. Want More Context? 🔎