Israel and Lebanon hold first direct talks since 1993
The Iran-backed Hezbollah militia said it would not abide by any agreements of the meeting in Washington. Source link
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Neighbour saves family from flat fire using ladder
Northumbria Police says it is treating the fire in Wallsend as suspected arson. Source link
Palantir defends its record as MPs demand more scrutiny of data use
NHS guidance that all hospitals should be using Palantir software from this month has sparked a backlash. Source link
Man killed after business arrangement 'went sour'
Ayowale Aladejana was killed after the couple accused of his murder drove to his home, a court hears. Source link
US Treasury secretary says short-term economic pain worth long-term security
Scott Bessent said a “small bit of economic pain” was worth it to eliminate the threat of Iranian strikes on Western capitals. Source link
UFOs and a Tardis – why unusual holiday stays are booming
It looks like a space craft has landed but it’s one of a growing trend for quirky places to take a break. Source link
Number of asylum hotels falls to 185 after 11 close
The government says the fall is partly due to housing people in alternative sites such as military barracks. Source link
As former Nato chief warns about defence spending, how much has the military shrunk?
BBC Verify looks at the size of the UK military after Lord Robertson criticises the government over defence spending. Source link
Greens pledge to transform Scotland at manifesto launch
Co-leaders Ross Greer and Gillian Mackay have vowed free bus travel for all, as well as plans to expand funded childcare. Source link
How can you avoid airport border check delays?
Travel agent Luke Fitzpatrick shares his top tips on avoiding airport border check delays. Source link