KEMI BADENOCH CLAIMS SHE NO LONGER IDENTIFIES AS NIGERIAN

Disgraced former footballer Joey Barton has been found guilty of pushing his wife, Georgia Barton, to the ground and 'kicking her in the head' during a drunken row at their home in west London. The former Manchester City and England midfielder, 42, left his wife with a 'golf ball'-sized lump on her head after an argument in June 2021, during which he also threatened to fight her brother and father, a court heard. He has been given a 12-week suspended sentence.

In response to growing concerns about the influence of online misogyny on young people, schools across the country are set to introduce anti-misogyny lessons as part of the government's revised Relationships, Health, and Sex Education (RHSE) curriculum. The initiative follows the release of Netflix’s hit mini-series Adolescence, which portrays the harrowing consequences of online radicalisation and gender-based violence. The new curriculum guidance is expected to be implemented before the end of the academic year.

MMA fighter Conor McGregor has announced his bid to become the President of Ireland, just days after a controversial visit to the White House. The announcement comes amid ongoing controversy surrounding McGregor, who was found civilly liable for raping a woman in Dublin last November.

Alex Wheatle, the acclaimed writer known for his powerful novels about life on London’s streets, has died at the age of 62 following a battle with prostate cancer. Nicknamed the “Brixton Bard,” Wheatle was diagnosed with the illness in 2023 and became an advocate for raising awareness. Born on January 3, 1963, he spent much of his early life in children’s homes before discovering a passion for writing—starting with lyrics, then moving on to poetry, short stories, and novels.

Former footballer Joey Barton has sparked controversy on social media after making comments about the casting of Stephen Graham’s new television programme. Barton took to Twitter to question whether Graham had made the right choice in selecting a young actor, suggesting that the portrayal of knife crime in the UK was inaccurately cast.

Rapper Stormzy has been honoured with an honorary doctorate in law from the University of Cambridge, recognising his significant philanthropic contributions. Beyond his chart-topping music career, the 31-year-old, real name Michael Ebenazer Kwadjo Omari Owuo Jr., has launched numerous initiatives in sports and the arts. He founded #Merky Books, a publishing imprint championing Black British authors, and recently co-purchased AFC Croydon Athletic, aiming to transform the football club into a vital community hub.‍

Nathan Tokosi, widely recognised by his stage name DigDat, has been found guilty of attempted murder following a drive-by shooting in west London. The 25-year-old rapper was implicated in an attack where multiple shots were fired at a man in Notting Hill on November 20, 2023. The Old Bailey heard that DigDat was among those in a stolen Audi from which at least six rounds were discharged at 27-year-old Daniel Offei-Ntow, striking him in the head, mouth, and body.

Britons have been cautioned that they could face conscription if war were to break out with Russia.Mike Martin, a former Afghanistan veteran and Liberal Democrat MP for Tunbridge Wells, issued this warning as the conflict in Ukraine continues with no immediate resolution in sight.

Westminster Council has introduced a new nighttime strategy for London, including designated “quiet zones” and “quiet nights” to address noise complaints from residents. Key areas such as Oxford Street, the Strand, and Victoria Street will be designated for late-night entertainment, while businesses will be encouraged to create calm spaces for neurodiverse individuals. The plan also includes 100 additional CCTV cameras to enhance safety, particularly for LGBTQ+ venues. However, business owners argue the policy threatens London’s nightlife, which has already seen a 19% decline since the pandemic.