Israel-Lebanon 10-Day Ceasefire Begins, Trump Announces

A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has officially started, announced by Donald Trump. Israeli PM Netanyahu confirmed the truce, aiming to pause hostilities with Hezbollah and advance broader peace efforts involving Iran and the US.

Sassou N'Guesso Sworn In, Extends 42-Year Congo Rule

Denis Sassou N'Guesso has been sworn in for another five-year term as President of the Republic of Congo, following a March election where he secured 94.8% of the vote. The ceremony took place in a packed stadium in Kintélé, north of Brazzaville.

London Primary School Applications Drop 3.5%

London sees a significant 3.5% decrease in primary school applications, driven by falling birth rates and cost-of-living pressures, with projections for further reductions.

Mother Condemns Nursery Worker After Son's Death

A mother has condemned a nursery worker for treating her 14-month-old boy 'worse than an animal' after he suffocated while staff tried to make him fall asleep. Noah Sibanda died in 2022 at Fairytales Day Nursery in Dudley.

Universities Sue Government Over Student Loan Error

Nine universities have launched legal action against the government after 22,000 students were told to repay maintenance loans due to classification errors. The institutions condemn the abrupt decision as a systemic failure.

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