Trump and Putin agree 30-day ceasefire on energy infrastructure in Ukraine conflict

Drivers on the M11 in Essex are experiencing significant delays due to two crashes near London Stansted Airport, with traffic backed up five miles southbound and seven miles northbound. As millions travel for the summer holidays, experts warn of potential congestion, especially on "Frantic Friday," with additional traffic expected near Wembley Stadium for the Oasis reunion concert. Want More Context? 🔎

Kristin Cabot has resigned as head of HR at Astronomer following a scandal where she and the former CEO, Andy Byron, were caught on a kiss cam at a Coldplay concert, leading to viral memes and public scrutiny. Byron also stepped down amid the controversy, with co-founder Pete DeJoy appointed as interim CEO as the company emphasized its commitment to accountability and values. Want More Context? 🔎

Three British nationals, Lisa Stocker, Jonathan Collyer, and Phineas Float, were sentenced to one year in prison for drug smuggling in Bali after being caught with 17 packages of cocaine. They faced the death penalty, but the judge reduced their sentence due to their polite behavior, with Stocker claiming she was tricked into carrying the drugs. Want More Context? 🔎

Starting July 25, Ofcom mandates age checks on UK porn sites to protect children from accessing harmful content, requiring ID or credit information for verification. Research shows alarming rates of underage access, prompting these rules as part of the Online Safety Act to mitigate negative impacts on children's understanding of sex and relationships. Want More Context? 🔎

Georgia Harry, a 26-year-old civil servant, died after falling down stairs at Lost Bar in Liverpool while heading to the toilet with a friend in March. Despite being on life support for a month, she succumbed to extensive brain injuries on April 13; toxicology reports indicated high alcohol levels and low ketamine, with the coroner concluding her death was an accidental result of the fall. Want More Context? 🔎

England manager Sarina Wiegman is "not for sale at any price," according to Football Association CEO Mark Bullingham, emphasizing her exceptional record of reaching finals in five major tournaments. As Wiegman leads England into the Euro 2025 final against Spain, Bullingham reassures her commitment to the team until 2027, highlighting plans for future success, including the 2027 World Cup. Want More Context? 🔎