The founder of patriotic campaign group Raise the Colours has appeared in court charged with murder following a fatal altercation at a cocktail bar in Lichfield. Billy Allison, 36, from Solihull in the West Midlands, is accused of killing popular pub landlord Matt O’Gara and seriously injuring another man during an alleged fight at Ricco and Loren cocktail bar on Sunday evening.

New Love Island contestant Jasmine Muller has issued a public apology after becoming embroiled in an online controversy involving TikTok creator and rapper Damzo just days before the launch of the new series. The 27-year-old reality star faced criticism on social media after comments she allegedly made during an exchange with the content creator were branded “homophobic” by some users online.

The hosts of the Mama Drama Podcast, Shellz and Leesh, have come under fire online after a candid discussion about breastfeeding left many social media users shocked and divided. During the episode, the pair opened up about their personal experiences with breastfeeding and the physical sensations involved, with some of their comments quickly going viral across Instagram and TikTok.

Young people across the UK are facing a growing employment crisis, with a new review warning that opportunities for work and training are shrinking rather than improving. The report, led by former minister Alan Milburn, warns that unless urgent action is taken, one in six young people could be out of work, education or training within the next five years.

Police have launched an urgent appeal after Birmingham drill rapper #Tallerz reportedly absconded from HMP Sudbury while serving a lengthy prison sentence for robbery offences. The artist, whose real name is Tyreece Clarke-Jones, is said to have left the Derbyshire open prison on May 23, prompting an ongoing search by officers.

Essex Police have announced additional stop and search powers in Southend-on-Sea following concerns that large groups of young people could gather at the seafront and become involved in disorder. The move comes after alarming posts and screenshots began circulating on social media, allegedly encouraging violence and anti-social behaviour in the seaside city during the warm weather.