The medical examiner’s finding that Floyd’s death was a homicide by asphyxiation confirms the same conclusion of the independent autopsy, but there are key differences over the cause. Via: Medical examiners confirm George Floyd's death WAS homicide, supporting independent autopsy
James Cameron and 55 crew have been given permission to enter country, angering those who have suffered under strict lockdownCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageThe international crew of Avatar 2 have been given special permission to enter New Zealand to begin filming the blockbuster sequel – despite the Read more
Archaeologists say find at Israeli excavation offers first proof of mind-altering substances being used in JudaismIsraeli archaeologists say they’ve found cannabis residue on artefacts from an ancient temple in southern Israel providing the first evidence of the use of hallucinogenics in the ancient Jewish religion.In a research paper, the authors Read more
‘The public expect and deserve to have trust and confidence in their police’, deputy chief constable says Via: Police officer had sex with public and colleagues while on duty, hearing finds
Victim’s family believe she may still have been alive today if attacker had not slipped through net Via: Police officer failed to circulate CCTV images of acid attack suspect who went on to kill woman
London Renters Union call on tenants to withhold enough of their rent to meet their basic needs including food and bills Via: 'We're being used to make a profit from during a pandemic': Thousands of London tenants refuse to pay rent amid coronavirus crisis
Research comes amid calls from hospitality and leisure sector for UK to ease distancing guidelines Via: Coronavirus: Reducing social distancing to one metre would double risk of infection, study suggests
Warm and dry weather would be ‘extremely unusual’ even in summer, according to meteorologists Via: UK weather: May was sunniest month since records began, Met Office says
The leading industry body is begging people to ‘use water wisely’ following a string of moorland fires and as dry weather and the lockdown continue to drive high demand for water across the UK. Via: Drought fears as reservoirs run dry and water demand soars
Hard seltzer – an alcoholic flavoured sparkling water – became a sensation with American drinkers last year, so much so there were shortages in shops and a festival was launched in its name. Via: Hard Seltzer – alcoholic sparkling water – launches in UK today