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BRITISH counterterrorism police have reopened an investigation into an attempted burglary reported in London last year as part of their probe into the murder of former government minister Ann Widdecombe. The Metropolitan Police received a report of an attempted burglary at an address in Greater London in April 2025. The force carried out enquiries with support from Counter Terrorism Policing London, but no arrests were made and the investigation was later closed. Following the reopening of the c

PRIME MINISTER Andy Burnham is set to announce a series of measures to make life easier for people struggling with the cost of living as he begins a tour of the UK, Downing Street said. No 10 said the measures would aim to give people some room to breathe, while Burnham will also focus on improving high streets. He is expected to be in listening mode as he visits the UK's nations and regions and works on a 10-year plan to bring back hope. Burnham Uses Social Media to Challenge Reform UK A Downin

THE mystery of how 20 paintings done in the 1950s by patients at a mental health hospital in Bangalore turned up in Kent has finally been solved after 70 years. The paintings are on display in a new exhibition, Manasa Chitra: The Art of Mental Health from Bengaluru to Bethlem , at the Bethlem Museum of the Mind in Beckenham, Kent. The museum is in the grounds of the Bethlem Royal Hospital, a major centre for treating patients with mental health conditions. Alongside the 20 paintings from the 195

Highlights Spider-Man: Brand New Day has earned 697 million worldwide in its opening weekend The Odyssey has added 685 million at the global box office Together, the films have generated around 1.38 billion worldwide Tom Holland and Zendaya are enjoying an extraordinary year at the global box office. Their latest releases, Spider-Man: Brand New Day and Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey , have together grossed around 1.38 billion worldwide, making the married actors Hollywood's highest-grossing cou

Highlights Newly released images show Aishwarya Rai in a custom Tony Ward Couture gown from Cannes 2026 The white couture creation took more than 600 hours to complete and features over 7,000 pearls The actor's Cannes wardrobe this year also included designs by Amit Aggarwal, Sophie Couture, Cheney Chan and Fjolla Nila Newly revealed photographs from the 2026 Cannes Film Festival have given fans another look at Aishwarya Rai's red-carpet wardrobe, revealing an intricate custom couture gown that

Highlights Kangana Ranaut criticised the language used during CJP-led protests, calling it crass The BJP MP's Generation Gutter remark drew backlash from the group and political opponents CJP spokesperson Saurav Das said Gen Z had contributed more to the country than Ranaut Kangana Ranaut has sparked controversy after criticising the language used by protesters from the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), with the group responding to her comments and defending the role of young demonstrators. The actor

Many tributes have been paid to Sir Clive Alderton who has announced he will soon be stepping down as the principal private secretary to King Charles and Queen Camilla. Commenting on his proposed departure in May next year when Sir Clive will turn 60, a Buckingham Palace spokesman said: I know Their Majesties are deeply grateful to Sir Clive for his tireless support and wise counsel over the years, and for the enduring loyalty that will ensure a smooth transition to his successor. Sir Clive, who

A UK rape trial collapsed after the complainant admitted using an AI chatbot to prepare for cross-examination. The Court of Appeal said AI-assisted preparation could amount to witness coaching, which is banned in UK courts. Judges warned that AI could unintentionally reshape an honest witness's memory or help a dishonest witness improve their testimony. As artificial intelligence becomes part of everyday life, UK courts are beginning to confront a new question: Can an AI chatbot influence a witn

Newham Council has launched a campaign to recruit foster carers from a wider range of cultural backgrounds as it seeks to address a shortage of foster families amid growing demand across London. The council said it was looking to attract more foster carers from Bangladeshi and Black African communities, including people of Somali, Nigerian and Ghanaian heritage, to help meet the needs of children requiring care in the east London borough. Across London, more than 9,700 children currently need fo

Airbus expects India's air travel demand to grow sixfold by 2045. Rising migration and family visits are emerging as major drivers of international flights. The aircraft maker forecasts demand for more than 42,000 new planes over the next 20 years. India's aviation sector is expected to become one of the world's biggest drivers of global air travel growth, with demand for flights projected to increase sixfold by 2045, according to Airbus' latest Global Market Forecast. The aircraft manufacturer