UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

Revisiting Stand By Me: A Personal Journey with Rob Reiner - A writers intimate encounter with the films director, Rob Reiner, twenty years after the movies release. The writer shares their personal connection to the films themes and how it resonated with their own experiences. Reiner reveals his deep personal connection to the story, using it as a means to step out of his famous fathers shadow. Their shared viewing of the film leads to a poignant reflection on the actor River Phoenixs tragic passing. The experience leaves a lasting impression on the writer, who continues to find new meaning in the film.

Motorists in Greater Manchester brace for significant disruptions this weekend, with planned overnight closures on four major motorways from Friday to Sunday. The M60, M62, M66, and M67 sections will be affected, with closures starting around 9 PM and lasting until 6 AM. Drivers are advised to plan journeys in advance to avoid delays and detours during this busy period.

Gefen Bitton, a 30-year-old Israeli national, bravely confronted an alleged gunman at Bondi Beach during a Hanukkah celebration. Despite being shot three times, he managed to call his sister before losing consciousness. Bitton, a selfless individual known for his heroic actions, remains in critical condition after multiple operations. An online fundraiser has been set up to support his medical expenses.

Camden Town Womens Football Club secured a historic 12-0 victory over Soccer Elite, with new signing Ginny Somers scoring five goals. The teams manager, Harry Sherman, praised their professionalism and dedication, placing them fifth in Division One North. With four games in hand, they have a strong chance to climb the league table.

Arsenal Women secure a three-nil victory against OH Leuven, but miss out on direct qualification for the Champions League quarter-finals. They must now navigate the play-offs, with a potential showdown against London rivals, Chelsea, on the horizon.

Hundreds of social housing complaints in Islington went unnoticed for months due to a technical glitch in the Casetracker system. The system failed to route complaints properly, leading to a backlog and delayed action on serious issues like asbestos. The system also didnt meet new social housing regulations for a year. Meanwhile, planned asbestos checks were delayed due to late provision of inspection lists, but all outstanding inspections were completed by June. The council expects to fully resolve Casetracker issues by January 2026.

TfL cracks down on DLR fare evasion, doubling penalty fare to £100; four thousand four hundred and seventy-two fines issued from April to November, a significant increase from the previous year; TfL aims to cut fare evasion in half by 2030, with over five hundred revenue inspectors working across the network; City Hall Conservatives propose installing ticket barriers on the DLR.

Anthony Gilheaney, 31, from Harlow, Essex, found guilty of murder and multiple charges after using his car as a weapon in a drunken rage on Christmas Day, killing Aiden Chapman and injuring others. Sentencing in January.

Despite a challenging period, Tottenham manager Thomas Frank remains confident, stating he feels fully supported by the club. His team has secured only one win in their last seven Premier League matches, but Frank insists theres no issue with player commitment. He believes the team has shown good buy-in since the beginning of the season, acknowledging that every season has its setbacks. Frank, who joined Tottenham after seven successful years at Brentford, remains optimistic about the project, stating its not a quick fix but will take time.