A notorious fare evader, who reportedly owes £30,000 in unpaid fines for train fare evasion, was allegedly caught travelling without a valid ticket on the morning of his court appearance.

A Metropolitan police firearms officer, Martyn Blake, who has acquitted of murdering Chris Kaba, is now set to face gross misconduct proceedings. The Independent Office for Police Conduct announced that, despite the not guilty verdict, there is sufficient evidence for a disciplinary panel to consider whether professional standards were breached.

Eni Aluko discusses the limited opportunities for female pundits in football broadcasting, urging greater awareness of gender imbalance in the industry. She highlights the importance of equal access to roles for women and reflects on her own struggles within the industry.

In a landmark ruling, the UK Supreme Court has unanimously determined that the legal definition of a woman under the Equality Act 2010 is based on biological sex at birth, rather than on gender identity, even in cases where a transgender woman holds a gender recognition certificate (GRC).

HBO, the creators behind the upcoming Harry Potter television series, have officially announced the first six cast members set to appear in the highly anticipated adaptation. The series, which promises a fresh take on J.K. Rowling’s beloved books, is currently in development and expected to premiere in 2026 on the Max streaming platform.

The Miss Ivory Coast beauty pageant has introduced a new rule, becoming the first national competition in Africa to ban the use of wigs, weaves, and hair extensions in its beauty pageants. The aim is to encourage contestants to embrace and showcase their natural hair, whether it's short, long, shaved, or braided.