A married couple have admitted carrying out a racially aggravated assault after a confrontation with a healthcare worker in a public park was widely shared online. Fyona Bairstow, 72, and Michael Bairstow, 77, admitted the offence during a hearing at Bradford Magistrates' Court. The incident took place at Manor Heath Park on 28 August last year and involved Apple Moorhouse, who challenged the couple about their dog not being kept on a lead.

The Bank of England has announced a major design shift for the next series of UK banknotes, revealing that traditional portraits of famous historical figures will be replaced with images of British wildlife. The move ends more than 50 years of featuring prominent individuals such as William Shakespeare, Sir Winston Churchill, Alan Turing and Jane Austen.

In 2004, teenagers and young adults around the country were vibing to 'Heartbroken' by T2 ft Jodie Aysha. While still at school herself, Aysha wrote the lyrics inspired by her sister’s breakup. The song reached No.2 in the UK charts, remained in the Top 40 for 46 weeks, and even climbed into the top 10 of the US dance charts. For Aysha, the early success was surreal.‍

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.