Today: Duane 'Keffe D' Davis found guilty of plotting Tupac Shakur's 1996 murder, Kemi Badenoch reshuffles the Tory Shadow Cabinet with Andrew Griffith and Tom Tugendhat stepping up, Sacha Baron Cohen faces calls to ban his new Ali G film Who Iz I, Ollie Watkins's wife Ellie breaks down over their move to Saudi Arabia, plus Slough's £3.5billion redevelopment aims to transform Britain's most miserable town. Your briefing for Tuesday 1 September, from the Daily Mail, with the best of your comments.
(00:00) Today's headlines
(00:30) Duane Keffe D Davis Tupac murder verdict
(01:48) Kemi Badenoch Tory Shadow Cabinet reshuffle
(02:35) Sacha Baron Cohen Ali G film backlash
(03:37) Ollie Watkins Saudi Arabia football move
(04:48) Slough £3.5billion redevelopment plan
Duane 'Keffe D' Davis convicted for Tupac Shakur's 1996 murder
Former Crips boss Duane 'Keffe D' Davis has been found guilty of plotting the drive-by shooting that killed rap legend Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas in 1996. Davis was convicted of murder with a deadly weapon, charged with promoting or assisting a criminal gang, and now faces life in prison. He described his role in the killing in his memoir Compton Street Legend, which led to renewed investigation and his arrest.
Kemi Badenoch reshuffles Tory Shadow Cabinet ahead of election
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch has reshuffled her top team as the party prepares for a possible snap general election. Shadow Chancellor Sir Mel Stride is replaced by Andrew Griffith, former Treasury minister. Priti Patel, Boris Johnson's Home Secretary, moves from Shadow Foreign Secretary to a new international affairs role, while Tom Tugendhat, ex-army officer, takes over as Shadow Foreign Secretary.
Sacha Baron Cohen faces backlash over new Ali G film Who Iz I
Sacha Baron Cohen's return as Ali G in the film Who Iz I has sparked controversy, with campaigners demanding it be banned from UK cinemas. Critics accuse Baron Cohen of using satire to enforce racist stereotypes against Jamaican culture. The mockumentary's trailer shows Ali G navigating modern life, reigniting debate about the character's impact.
Ollie Watkins's wife Ellie breaks down over Saudi move
Former Aston Villa star Ollie Watkins's transfer to a Saudi Arabian team has become controversial after his wife Ellie shared the emotional toll on their family. Ellie described the impact of leaving Birmingham for Saudi Arabia in a social media clip, highlighting concerns about lifestyle changes.
Slough gets £3.5billion overhaul after council collapse
Slough, often called Britain's most miserable town, is set for a £3.5billion redevelopment aimed at transforming the area into a UK hotspot. The town's decline accelerated after the local council went bust in 2021, with the high street suffering. The new investment hopes to revive Slough's fortunes, attracting business and residents. Locals are optimistic that the cash injection will change the town's reputation and future.
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