British actor Idris Elba has called for urgent action at the UK government's first anti-knife crime summit, emphasising the need for diverse perspectives to combat the rising issue. The coalition aims to halve knife crime within the next decade.

Olympic marathon runner Rebecca Cheptegei has tragically died after being set on fire by her ex-boyfriend in Kenya. Her death brings attention to rising gender-based violence in the country.

British rapper Pa Salieu has been released from prison, revealing the news on Instagram with the message, “I been gone for a while but I still made it back to you.” Pa Salieu, whose real name is Pa Salieu Gaye, was sentenced to 33 months in 2022 for violent disorder and possession of an offensive weapon, relating to a 2018 mass brawl in Coventry

Brendan Nwabichie, a Teesside University student and carer, purchased a new Peugeot SUV after his car was destroyed in riots. A GoFundMe campaign raised over £60,000, surpassing its initial £3,000 goal. However, the process wasn't without controversy, as Brendan faced backlash over the allocation of funds. Despite this, he remains grateful and plans to donate 20% of the funds to charity.

Kennie Bukky, a UK content creator, saved £50,000 by age 25 while living at home and working a 9-5 job. Sharing her tips on TikTok, Kennie emphasized paying herself first and avoiding lifestyle inflation. However, her achievement has divided social media; some argue her living situation made saving easier, while others admire her discipline despite the advantage

Sean and Matilda, Love Island 2024 contestants, have announced their split on Instagram, just a month after the show's final. Both shared similar statements, expressing their decision to part ways while remaining good friends. Sean, a day-one islander, and Matilda, who entered as a bombshell, had formed a strong bond before Casa Amor, eventually finishing fourth in the competition.