Stormzy has shared the heartbreaking news that his cherished Rottweiler Enzo has died, prompting an outpouring of sympathy from fans as the rapper reflects on the deep bond he had with the trained protection dog, who joined his life in 2018, and whose loss has left him devastated and grieving in the days following the announcement.

Martin Suter, 68, has been given a life sentence with a minimum term of more than 27 years after fatally stabbing his 71‑year‑old ex‑wife, Ann Blackwood, in a premeditated attack at Crofton Cemetery in Stubbington, Hampshire, on 24 July 2023, the day that would have marked their son Christopher’s 36th birthday.

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is reportedly on the brink of introducing a policy that would exclude transgender women from participating in the women’s category at the Olympic Games, with multiple sources suggesting such a ban could be in place within the next six to twelve months, under the leadership of the newly elected president Kirsty Coventry who has publicly committed to “protect the female category”.

Prince Andrew has announced he will relinquish all his titles and honours, including the Duke of York, following extensive scrutiny over his past associations and allegations, a decision made in close consultation with the King and his family, with the aim of reducing distraction from the wider work of the Royal Family, while continuing to deny all accusations against him.

Two teenagers have been sentenced for the machete attack that killed 15-year-old Daejaun Campbell in southeast London following a six-week trial at the Old Bailey, in which Imri Doue was convicted of murder and Marko Balaz was found guilty of manslaughter for their roles in the fatal stabbing.

Health influencer Victoria Everest now faces serious allegations from Dr Aris Latham, who claims she seized control of his digital platforms over a ten-month period, diverting income, altering credentials and operating under her direction. The accusations follow a broader scandal involving Everest admitting to a false rape claim, which has already drawn public ire.