The incident took place in central London in the early hours, leaving a woman in a critical condition.
The once-daily Wegovy weight loss pill, containing semaglutide, is now available privately in the UK, though not yet on the NHS. It works similarly to the injectable version by mimicking a gut hormone to reduce appetite and increase fullness, requiring a BMI of 30+ or 27-30 with weight-related conditions. Strict guidelines apply for taking the pill on an empty stomach, and costs range from £99 to £199 per month.
Fifa's decision to overturn Florian Balogun's red card, allowing him to play against Belgium, has sparked controversy and unanswered questions. The move deviates from standard World Cup regulations and past precedents, leading to accusations of political interference and unfairness.
A government-backed report found "nepotism and bias" in UK police leadership, with many senior officers losing focus on fighting crime. The inquiry highlighted systemic issues, inconsistent capability, and a broken professional culture, leading to calls for significant reform and a new national police leadership academy.
A report by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) suggests that making UK transport fully accessible to disabled passengers could boost the economy by £176bn annually by enabling millions more people to enter the workforce. The current system excludes nearly a quarter of the working-age population due to accessibility barriers.
UK Defence Secretary Dan Jarvis is pushing for a significant increase in defence spending to 3.5% of GDP by 2030, urging a £25bn annual rise. He aims to secure this commitment from potential Prime Minister Andy Burnham, emphasizing the need for enhanced national security amid global challenges.
The UK government is introducing new rules to enhance transparency in political funding, including restrictions on foreign donations and a £100,000 cap for recent UK arrivals. This comes as Nigel Farage faces potential investigation over undeclared benefits from a convicted fraudster, George Cottrell, alongside an ongoing probe into a £5m donation.
