WATERLOO ROAD ACTOR WILLIAM RUSH SADLY DIES AGE 31

Social media figure Ginga Jay, real name Jahzeiah Francois, sparked outrage on *BkChat LDN* after declaring, that "he doesn't date black women" in a heated rant. Though he later apologised for losing his temper, he stood by his views, prompting widespread backlash and debate. His remarks were labelled as “anti-black” and rooted in “self-hatred,” and drew condemnation from influencers and commentators, reigniting scrutiny of his controversial past and his platform.

Love Island’s Molly Smith and Tom Clare are engaged after winning the 2024 All Stars series together. Sharing snaps from Dubai captioned “SHE SAID YES!!!”, Molly stunned in a silk dress while showing off her ring. The couple, who bought their first home last summer, have been praised for their strong relationship. Fellow Islanders including Liberty Poole, Paige Thorne and Casey O’Gorman also congratulated the couple on their big news.

Reality star Lochan Nowacki has broken his silence following claims made by ex-girlfriend Whitney Adebayo, addressing accusations of racism and public slights. In a candid sit-down video, Lochan shared his side of the story, defended his family, and reflected on the complexities of their relationship, which included love, misunderstandings, and public scrutiny after their split.

Mo Gilligan has proposed to his partner of two years, Taia Tulher, just weeks after publicly acknowledging his previously undisclosed son, Rudy. Taia, who is currently pregnant, was seen wearing an engagement ring on Instagram. The couple, who live together in London, are reportedly thrilled to be expecting their first child together.

Micheal Ward, 27-year-old BAFTA-winning actor known for roles in Top Boy, Small Axe, and Eddington, has appeared at Thames Magistrates’ Court facing two counts of rape and three counts of sexual assault. He has been granted conditional bail and is due to appear next at Snaresbrook Crown Court on 25 September. Ward, who denies the charges, says he has fully cooperated with the police and maintains his faith that the legal process will eventually clear his name.

Screenshots from a 2021 WhatsApp conversation between Fredo and an unnamed contact have surfaced online, prompting fresh intrigue into the relationship between Fredo and Dave, their collaborations and personal tensions, as Fredo complains about Dave’s managers allegedly speaking on his behalf, a bet over a watch, a planned album drop, and emotional phone calls that reveal vulnerability.

In a significant ruling handed down on 22 August 2025, the UK High Court dismissed Noel Clarke’s libel action against Guardian News & Media concerning reporting of alleged sexual misconduct. Clarke, best known for his roles in Kidulthood and Doctor Who, had sought damages of up to £70 million, arguing that the accusations published in a series of articles and a podcast were false and part of a broader conspiracy targeting him.

Rebecca Vieira, influencer and ex-wife of Love Island star Marcel Somerville, celebrated her 30th birthday with lavish gifts from her mystery new partner, including roses, Louis Vuitton, jewellery and a fat stack of cash. Recently, she teased fans with romantic snaps from a luxury getaway, where the pair sported matching finger tattoos. Her new romance comes just over a year after her split from Marcel, which followed revelations of her affair with US rapper Slim Jxmmi. The identity of her new beau remains unconfirmed.

A much-loved local hero, Bukayo Saka has personally handed out over a thousand school uniforms at four schools in his home borough of Ealing, including Edward Betham Primary and Greenford High, where he was once a pupil. His surprise appearance brought smiles, autographs and photos, a heartfelt gesture offering relief to families amid rising living costs.