Starmer hails £1.7bn boost for state schools before VAT raid on private school fees comes into force

A British national died after being hit by a vehicle in President William Ruto's motorcade in Nairobi. Kenya's National Police Service is investigating the incident, which occurred on Ngong Road. Video footage shows the motorcade speeding by as bystanders scream, with reports indicating the man was knocked down while crossing the busy road. Full Article

An explosive device detonated at an apartment in Deurne's Arendshoflaan, damaging a ground-floor window but causing no injuries. Authorities, including DOVO bomb disposal and forensic teams, are investigating the incident. Deurne has experienced multiple explosive incidents linked to criminal drug smuggling and targeted violence, prompting heightened security measures and community concerns. Full Article

The Royal Mint has launched a commemorative coin celebrating John Lennon's life and career on what would have been his 85th birthday. The coin features a portrait of Lennon based on a photograph by Bob Gruen, with his name and the word "Imagine" included in the design. Lennon joins other music icons like Paul McCartney and David Bowie in the Royal Mint's "music legends" series, honoring influential singers and songwriters for their lasting impact on...

Detectives who investigated the murders of babies by nurse Lucy Letby, leading to her conviction, have launched new probes into potential gross negligence manslaughter charges. Letby is serving life for killing seven babies at the Countess of Chester Hospital. Police are now focusing on individual actions, not corporate responsibility, and have informed suspects. No arrests or charges have been made yet, separate from Letby's convictions for murder and attempted murder. Full Article

The family of 22-year-old boxer Jack Ayres, whose body was found in a swampy marshland in Somerset, are seeking help from the public to understand his death. Jack was last seen near Glastonbury before his body was discovered by a member of the public. A post-mortem examination revealed that his cause of death was drowning, with no other physical injuries found. The family and Pyramid boxing club are mourning the loss of Jack, describing him...

The High Commissioner for Human Rights stressed the importance of early childhood development, highlighting that 80% of the human brain is formed in the first three years of life. He emphasized the economic benefits of investing in early childhood, citing successful programs in South Africa and Brazil. Climate change poses a threat to children's health and safety, with projections indicating increased exposure to extreme heat waves and wildfires in the next 30 years. Full Article