This week in England: Truancy hotspots revealed, dog restrictions tighten, and Philadelphia studies the impact of enhanced street lighting on public safety. Read more...

A roundup of recent crime news including the search for a missing boy in Ireland, a violent drive-thru incident in Essex, and a sword attack on a teenager in Hessle. Read more...

Reports detail concerns over strict discipline in Essex schools run by the Mossbourne Federation and a potential medical data breach after the Nottingham attack. Plus, UK exempts Hong Kong BN(O) passport holders from needing ETA. Read more...

A look at today's top political stories: Trump-Zelensky meeting fallout, BBC diversity chief salary controversy, and Mhairi Black's ADHD diagnosis. Read more...

A look at current UK political issues, including LGBTQ+ support in Essex, controversy over sentencing guidelines, a police investigation into alleged racism, and discussions on English identity. Read more...

From swallowed earrings to e-waste seizures and rape allegations, police are investigating a range of crimes around the world. This article covers several recent incidents. Read more...

This week in high school sports: Bedford's goalie shines, Catholic Memorial advances, Pope Francis dominates, and England Cricket apologizes for a social media blunder. Read more...

Key political stories: the North's growing influence, NHS job cuts, legal reform, LGBTQ+ support in Rochford, and Church of England abuse allegations. Read more...