Two arrested after 60-year-old man shot dead in County Durham

In a record-breaking achievement, over 20,000 British drivers aced their practical driving test with no faults last year, as per data from the DVSA. This marks the highest number of perfect scores recorded since 2007-08. The figures indicate a significant increase in drivers passing their tests flawlessly on their first attempt. Full Article

A 38-year-old Romanian man has been arrested at Stansted airport by Metropolitan police in connection with a fire at a DHL warehouse in Birmingham in 2024, believed to be caused by a suspected Russian incendiary device. The fire at the facility in Minworth was investigated by counter-terrorism police, with no reported injuries. The man is set to appear in court in July to face charges related to the incident. Full Article

Martial law has been declared in the US on limited occasions, including during the Civil Rights Movement, and there are concerns that President Trump may be considering implementing it. Speculation suggests that Trump could use the 'Hands Off!' protests as an excuse to declare martial law, allowing him to deflect from economic issues and potentially revoke civil liberties. Martial law in the US is rare and typically reserved for extreme circumstances, such as war or...

The British government is convening foreign ministers from nearly 20 countries and organisations in London to establish a diplomatic group to push for a ceasefire in Sudan's civil war, which has caused a major humanitarian crisis. The conference, taking place on the second anniversary of the conflict, aims to address the urgent food shortages and internal displacement affecting half of Sudan's population. This meeting seeks to prioritize Sudan's peace process, despite it being previously overlooked...

Chancellor rules out rejoining customs union but emphasizes the need for the UK to strengthen post-Brexit trade with European partners, in light of challenges faced by British firms exporting to Europe. Despite rejecting re-entry into the EU customs union, the government is determined to enhance trade relations with European countries to counter the impact of Donald Trump's escalating trade war. Rachel Reeves underscores the urgency for the UK to prioritize and bolster its trading ties...

Lisa Nandy believes that a plan to save the blast furnaces at British Steel is achievable as discussions with Chinese owners continue. The government is set for crucial talks with Jingye, the plant's owners, with the aim of preventing nationalisation and securing the future of 2,700 workers. Jingye previously stated that the blast furnaces were not financially viable, sparking concerns about the plant's sustainability. Full Article