Lorry left at near 45-degree angle after ground gave way on road near WaltonA lorry became stuck in a sinkhole after being sent to fix it.Contractors from a company called Stabilised Pavements were sent to fix the sinkhole on Butleigh Drove, near Walton in Somerset, when the ground gave way, the Times reported. Continue reading...
Egypt alleges bias and favouritism towards Argentina and Lionel Messi by officials and FIFA after their 3-2 World Cup defeat, citing controversial refereeing and VAR decisions. The BBC examines claims of a wider conspiracy, including officiating appointments and past incidents involving Messi, questioning if the tournament is set up for Argentina's success.
UK Treasury has not analyzed trade-offs for NATO's 3.5% GDP defense spending pledge. Chief Secretary Lucy Rigby stated funding decisions are for the "next prime minister," citing finite resources and potential tax hikes.
Uefa is reportedly ready to block Russian teams from international football, opposing the IOC's provisional lifting of Russia's suspension. Fifa, however, is more open to readmission, creating a potential clash between the governing bodies.
UK Information Commissioner John Edwards resigned after harassment claims and is now reportedly suing a woman who flagged his conduct. Science Secretary Liz Kendall expressed dismay, calling his alleged actions "appalling" and "unacceptable."
Two 13-year-old girls were seriously injured in an incident at a school in Schongau, Upper Bavaria, Germany. A 16-year-old suspect, believed to have acted alone and possibly having a history of psychiatric treatment, has been arrested. The suspect was reportedly carrying a knife and a firearm.
A 41-year-old palliative care doctor in Berlin has been sentenced to life imprisonment for murdering 15 critically ill patients between 2021 and 2024. He administered lethal drug combinations without consent and attempted to cover his tracks with fires. Prosecutors are investigating dozens more cases.
