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Two men, Charlie Johnson and Prince Singh, have been jailed for coercing teenage girls into sharing nude images and committing serious self-harm, marking the first convictions under the UKs new Online Safety Act. The men, aged 24 and 23, encouraged their victims, aged 16 and 17, to carve names into their skin and shared disturbing images in online chatrooms. The victims described feeling worthless and responsible for the abuse, with one still experiencing nightmares. Johnson was also convicted of physical abuse, and both men will serve half of their sentences in custody.

Londons tragic weekend: Two stabbing incidents leave one teen dead and another fighting for life. Fifteen-year-old Adam Henry, identified by online tributes, was fatally stabbed in Islington. A fundraiser for his family raised thousands in hours. A nineteen-year-old man remains critically injured in New Cross. Police urge information on both incidents, as communities grapple with increasing violence.

A new pop-up theater, resembling a Minecraft tree, is set to open in 2026 at Marble Arch, housing the Arts Theatre during its refurbishment. The temporary venue, designed with a 20-year lifespan, features green cladding, an aluminum frame, and repurposed shipping containers. Despite initial criticism, the project received support from local groups and businesses.

Todays ITV News London update covers a deeply personal story in English Rugby, a couple grappling with an incurable brain tumor diagnosis. Meanwhile, NHS conditions are under scrutiny due to war zone conditions in hospital corridors. Discussions on Crossrail Twos potential impact on Londons transport network continue. A former nursery workers horrific crimes have shocked the community, emphasizing the need for child safeguarding. A homeless musicians resilience is highlighted by his piano performances at St Pancras International. Environmental concerns arise from unfinished projects leaving communities exposed to polluted rivers. A Married at First Sight star is now connecting Londoners with Sutton United Football Club.

Lawyers representing eight hunger-striking prisoners, accused of Palestine Action-related offenses, urgently seek a meeting with government ministers. Two defendants have been fasting for 37 days, and five have required hospital care. The prisoners lawyers warn of potential fatalities, citing health decline and alleged human rights breaches. The protest, involving five prisons, demands lifting the Palestine Action ban and closing a defense firm linked to Israel. The Deputy Prime Minister is aware of the situation, highlighting serious concerns over the detainees health and legal rights.

Nestles Toffee Crisp and Blue Riband bars can no longer be labeled as chocolate due to reduced cocoa and milk solids, a trend known as skimpflation as companies like Nestle and Pladis adjust recipes to lower costs amidst rising ingredient prices.

A UK employment tribunals ruling on transgender rights and single-sex spaces sparks debate. Nurse Sandie Peggie won a harassment claim against NHS Fife after objecting to a transgender doctor using a female changing room. The tribunal found in her favor on harassment but dismissed other allegations and rejected claims against the doctor. Baroness Falkner criticized the ruling, while lawyer Robin Moira White praised it as a careful analysis. The tribunal considered the Supreme Court ruling but found no inherent lawfulness or unlawfulness for a trans female using a female changing room. A separate hearing will determine Nurse Peggies remedy, which could include compensation. This case unfolds amidst ongoing discussions and legal challenges surrounding the Equality and Human Rights Commissions interim guidance on single-sex spaces.

Zilch, a UK-based fintech unicorn, secures a significant payments services license from the FCA, enabling it to acquire businesses and list shares publicly. The company strengthens its position with a deeper partnership with Visa, becoming a direct, principal member. Zilchs upcoming service, Zilch Pay, aims to capture a larger share of consumer spending. The company has raised $175 million in funding and generated over £750 million in savings for customers. With annual revenues exceeding £150 million, Zilch is well-positioned to acquire smaller rivals.