Squawking flock of 40 peacocks terrorise locals in Staffordshire village

Ukraine executed a significant drone attack, dubbed ‘Operation Spider Web,’ on Russian airfields, damaging or destroying at least 41 nuclear-capable fighter jets, including advanced models like the A-50 and Tu-160, with estimated losses reaching £5 billion. Following the strikes, which Putin labeled a serious threat, he warned of a necessary response, while Ukraine’s SBU revealed that Artem Tymofieiev masterminded the operation. In retaliation, Russia launched missile strikes on Ukrainian cities, resulting in civilian casualties and...

A two-year-old boy, Ethan Ives-Griffiths, died in August 2021 after being subjected to severe neglect and abuse by his grandparents, Michael and Kerry Ives, who are currently on trial for murder. Prosecutors allege that Ethan's time with them was filled with 'casual brutality,' leading to his fatal injuries, which included severe head trauma and multiple bruises. Shannon Ives, Ethan's mother, is also on trial for failing to protect her son, with evidence showing her awareness...

In May 2025, Elon Musk announced his departure from the US government after leading the Department of Government Efficiency, marking the end of his brief collaboration with President Donald Trump. Despite an initially amicable press conference, tensions arose when Musk criticized Trump’s Congressional spending bill as a “disgusting abomination.” Political expert Angelia Wilson noted that their partnership was one of convenience, driven by their large egos and mutual benefits, though she predicted Musk is unlikely...

Train passengers in the UK are facing severe penalties for accidental ticketing mistakes, as highlighted by the Office of Rail and Road. The watchdog criticized train operators for harsh measures against those making genuine errors, such as selecting the wrong railcard or presenting damaged tickets, which can lead to threats of prosecution and criminal records. Following a review prompted by overturned fare evasion convictions, recommendations have been made to simplify ticket purchasing and improve how...

A body has been discovered in the search for Greg Monks, a 38-year-old Scotsman who went missing during a stag do in Albufeira, Portugal, on May 28. Monks was last seen heading back to his accommodations, prompting a significant search effort that involved his family traveling to support the search. His body was found in a ravine near the last known location, and it has been taken for an autopsy, while his family expressed their...

Two British men, Dylan Earl, 20, and Jake Reeves, 23, have been charged with aggravated arson and offenses under the National Security Act for a fire at a warehouse in east London linked to Ukraine, allegedly orchestrated on behalf of the Wagner Group. The attack, which caused around £1 million in damage, was livestreamed by one of the suspects, and evidence against them includes CCTV and phone data. Four additional suspects have been linked to...