Martin Cosser, a father who lost his 17-year-old son Charlie to knife crime in July 2023, was praised by MP Jeremy Hunt as the most "determined and formidable" campaigner he has ever met. Cosser has set up a charity to educate young people about the dangers of carrying knives and has been working with Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s knife crime task force. He hopes to get knife crime discussion onto the school syllabus, starting in primary schools, and has had meetings with the minister for policing and crime prevention who has endorsed his efforts.

A viral video originating on TikTok and now spreading rapidly on X.com (formerly Twitter) claims to show Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Lord Ali kissing, sparking a wave of reactions across social media. However, digital forensics experts say the footage is likely a deepfake—an AI-generated fabrication designed to mimic real video. Though it appears convincing at first glance, analysts have pointed out subtle but telling inconsistencies, such as unnatural facial movements and irregular lighting, which suggest manipulation. The incident has reignited concerns about the spread of misinformation through deepfake technology and the role of social platforms in moderating such content.

Highland councillors have been asked to oppose a planned modernization of the Ben Aketil Wind Farm on Skye. Developer Renantis proposes removing 12 existing turbines and replacing them with nine new ones, including a battery storage scheme. The new turbines could reach a maximum height of 200m, twice that of the current machines. Highland Council planning officers have recommended opposing the development, citing adverse environmental and visual impacts, as well as potential effects on peatland habitats, historic Dunvegan Castle's gardens, and the area's "dynamic coastline" views.

President Donald Trump stated he had "no intention" of firing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, despite previous criticism and calling him a "major loser". Trump said he never intended to fire Powell, whose term ends next year, and that the press often runs away with things. He also revisited his criticisms of Powell, saying it would be good timing for him to lower interest rates, but emphasized again that he has no intention of firing him.