Tributes have been pouring in for Eric Dane, the actor widely recognized for his portrayal of Dr. Mark “McSteamy” Sloan on the hit medical drama Grey’s Anatomy, who has died at the age of 53. Dane’s passing has prompted an outpouring of grief from colleagues and collaborators across the entertainment industry.

Prince Andrew, Duke of York has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office, according to a statement from Thames Valley Police. The development marks a significant escalation in an investigation linked to allegations involving the late financier Jeffrey Epstein.

A 13-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following a stabbing incident at a secondary school in north London that left two pupils seriously injured. Emergency services were called to Kingsbury High School on Bacon Lane in Brent at around 12.40pm. Two boys, aged 12 and 13, were found with stab wounds and were taken to hospital by the London Ambulance Service. Police said both victims are believed to be in a serious condition.

Nigeria has been plunged into mourning following the tragic death of a young singer who was fatally bitten by a snake in Abuja, the country’s capital, on Saturday. The victim, 26-year-old Ifunanya Nwangene, had been steadily building a name for herself in Nigeria’s music scene after her appearance on The Voice Nigeria in 2021. Admired for her wide vocal range, she seamlessly blended jazz, classical, opera and soul, earning praise from audiences and fellow musicians alike.

A man accused of subjecting his girlfriend to years of violent domestic abuse has avoided a full criminal trial for multiple rape allegations following her death. Tianne Robinson, a 29-year-old celebrity hairstylist and beauty influencer widely known online as @finessethelace, died on 12 September 2025 from an unrelated blood clot. She was the daughter of late dancehall artist Tubby T and had built a large following on TikTok and Instagram.

Danielle Scott-Haughton, a highly regarded BBC drama executive who worked on major titles including Peaky Blinders and several Agatha Christie adaptations, has died unexpectedly in her 30s. Her death was announced internally this week by BBC Director of Drama Lindsay Salt and BBC content chief Kate Phillips, who confirmed that Scott-Haughton passed away in her sleep.