Popular BBC Radio 2 presenter Trevor Nelson has spoken publicly for the first time about a recent health battle, revealing that he was diagnosed with a brain tumour and underwent what he described as “very serious” surgery. The award-winning broadcaster, who has been absent from his weekday Radio 2 programme for nearly two months, returned to social media to update fans on his condition and reassure listeners that he is recovering well.

Members of the anti-immigration movement Operation Dudula gathered outside the Cape Town Regional Court on Wednesday, demanding that former Miss South Africa contestant and Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 winner Chidimma Adetshina be deported to Nigeria. The demonstration took place as the court postponed proceedings in her immigration matter until February 27, 2027, extending a legal battle that has become one of South Africa’s most high-profile citizenship and immigration disputes.

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has reaffirmed Britain's unwavering support for Ukraine after Russia warned of potential repercussions following reports that British-made drones were used in recent Ukrainian attacks inside Russian territory. Speaking on Tuesday, Burnham stressed that the United Kingdom would remain committed to Ukraine despite mounting pressure from Moscow.

Free bus travel for disabled people is set to be expanded across England, with time restrictions on concessionary passes due to be scrapped from April next year.

Hollywood is mourning the loss of actress Hayden Panettiere, who died on August 16 at the age of 36. The Heroes and Nashville star was found unresponsive at her apartment in Greenville, South Carolina, on Sunday afternoon, according to police. Emergency responders attempted lifesaving measures, but Panettiere was pronounced dead at the scene.

British sprint star Dina Asher-Smith has become the joint-most successful athlete in European Athletics Championships history after winning her seventh gold medal in the women's 4x100m relay. 🇬🇧🏆