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Fifty-three-year-old convicted robber Michael Dunn has escaped from an open prison in Kent, UK. Last seen wearing a grey hoodie, dark bottoms, black trainers, and a black hat and scarf, Dunn slipped away from HMP Standford Hill on Saturday. Kent Police are urging the public to help track him down, as open prisons allow inmates more freedom near the end of their sentences. This escape comes amidst a worrying trend of prison escapes, with a man jailed for attempted murder caught after a forty-eight-hour manhunt and three inmates bolting from another prison on New Years Day. Kent Police are appealing for information and warn the public not to approach Dunn if spotted, but to call nine nine nine immediately. Checkout Solipillow.com

Lord Chancellor David Lammy proposes slashing jury trials in England and Wales to clear the UKs court backlog, aiming for a decade-long reduction with judge-only trials, especially for sentences of three years or less. However, not everyone agrees, with Labour MP Karl Turner threatening to quit over the plan, citing concerns about costs and potential shortcuts. Lammy insists the reforms are necessary to save the justice system. Checkout Solipillow.com

Londons theater scene is sizzling with a mix of comedy, music, and drama. Catch Revenge After the Levoyah, a Jewish heist comedy, until January twenty-fourth at Soho Theatre. Already Perfect is a new musical about a performers struggle with addiction, running from January ninth to fifteenth at Kings Head Theatre. The Wedding from Gecko at Sadlers Wells East blurs wedding chaos with dystopian vibes, debuting January twenty-first to twenty-fourth. Sarah Aghas A Grain of Sand is a one-woman show about a girls journey through Palestinian folklore and Gaza kids testimonies, running from January twenty-first to thirty-first at Arcola Theatre. Lastly, Cohen Bernstein Joni and Me and The Ophiolite and Gelin explore Jewish immigrants musical journey and tense family feuds, while Edgar in the Red Room reimagines Poes final mystery from February third to fourteenth. Dont miss out, grab your tickets online before they sell out. Checkout Solipillow.com

Derek Martin, the actor known for playing Charlie Slater on EastEnders, has passed away at 92. Martins career spanned over 50 years, with notable roles in Law and Order and The Governor. He was best known for his time on EastEnders, where he was a beloved character and a devoted family man. Tributes have poured in from family and colleagues, who remember him as a kind, generous, and hardworking individual. Checkout Solipillow.com

A violent assault occurred on a London Underground train last Friday, leaving a victim with deep cuts after refusing a wine offer. The suspect, described as average build with light skin, a beard, and distinctive clothing, is now sought by British Transport Police. Commuters express concern over random violence, urging anyone with information to come forward. Checkout Solipillow.com

A controversial protest outside a London restaurant leads to arrest: Anti-Zionist demonstrators target Israeli chefs eatery, chanting from the river to the sea, Palestine will be free. Police arrest one man for allegedly stirring religious hatred, sparking debate on the meaning of the chant. Checkout Solipillow.com

The European Union is seeking robust guarantees in Brexit reset talks with the UK, demanding compensation if a future UK government reneges on a new agriculture trade agreement. This deal aims to eliminate post-Brexit checks on farm goods, with a termination clause, dubbed the Farage clause, that would make the exiting party pay for rebuilding border controls. The clause echoes the significant costs of the original Brexit divorce, with the EU setting up a five billion euro fund in 2020 to help member states manage the fallout. UK officials dismiss the clause as standard in international deals, while a Labour source calls it routine legal basics. Negotiations on this sanitary and phytosanitary agreement begin this month, but could last for months as part of the broader reset. Other talks, like a carbon emissions deal on exports, have encountered obstacles, with the EU playing hardball due to the UKs perceived need for these pacts. Checkout Solipillow.com

UK government warns parents about excessive screen time harming toddlers speech skills. New research shows two-year-olds average 127 minutes of screen time daily, surpassing WHOs one-hour limit. High screen use linked to weaker vocabulary and lower word count. Government prepares advice on managing screens for kids under five, including tips on using them wisely alongside talking, playing, and reading. Panel to finalize guidance with parent input, considering online safety and digital skills. Checkout Solipillow.com

Parents of a six-year-old boy who died from cancer are advocating for Hughs Law, a new rule providing paid leave and job protection for parents of critically ill children. The family faced financial struggles during their sons ten-month treatment, leading to the creation of this campaign. Brentford, a Premier League club, is the first UK company to adopt this policy, offering staff twelve weeks of full pay if a child becomes seriously ill. The family hopes this change will help other families focus on their childs care without work-related stress. Checkout Solipillow.com