We mourn the loss of 21-year-old Rowan Booth, who tragically died in a paddleboarding accident on Lake Lin Geryonde last week.

DW Property Maintenance, where Rowan worked in Prestatyn, described him as "family," remembering him as a kind, dedicated, and hardworking young man who left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him.

A large-scale search and rescue operation was launched after Rowan encountered difficulties while paddleboarding on the lake. Despite the efforts of rescue teams, he was not saved.

A GoFundMe campaign has been set up to support Rowan's family during this difficult time. The local community has rallied to offer condolences and assistance.

Our deepest condolences go out to Rowan Booth's family, friends, and loved ones. May he rest in peace. 🕊️

Former Conservative MP, Brexit Party MEP, and former Reform Party spokesperson on immigration and justice, Anne Widdecombe, has been killed.

According to police and several British media outlets:

Anne Widdecombe died at the age of 78.

She was found with serious injuries at her home in Hightower Valley, Devon.

Devon and Cornwall Police have launched a murder investigation.

A 26-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder.

Police have confirmed that there is no indication at this stage that the killing was politically motivated or linked to terrorism.

Tributes have poured in from across the political spectrum, including from Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who described the news as heartbreaking and praised her years of public service.

Anne Widdecombe was a prominent figure in British politics for decades. She served as a Conservative Member of Parliament from 1987 to 2010, was a minister in John Major's government, and later became a Member of the European Parliament for the Brexit Party. She remained active in politics with the Reform Movement of Britain. She was also known for her appearances on the television programs "Strictly Come Dancing" and "Celebrity Big Brother."

Jersey has become the first jurisdiction in the British Isles to legalise assisted dying after the legislation received Royal Assent.

The law, approved by the States Assembly in February, is expected to come into force by the end of 2027 following a phased implementation process.

The milestone puts Jersey ahead of the Isle of Man, where similar legislation has yet to take effect after the UK Ministry of Justice requested additional safeguards before the bill can receive Royal Assent.

Nine people were injured after a boat exploded on the Fourth of July in Cecil County, Maryland.

According to the Office of the Maryland State Fire Marshal:

Seven of the injured were aboard the boat when the explosion occurred.

Two others were on a nearby dock at the time.

Four victims were transported to specialized burn centers for treatment.

Five additional victims were taken to a trauma center with various injuries.

Authorities have not yet determined what caused the explosion. The incident remains under investigation by state fire officials, who are working to establish the circumstances surrounding the blast. No fatalities have been reported.

BREAKING: Three children have died after a recreational motorboat capsized on Geneva Lake in Wisconsin during a sudden, severe storm over the US semiquincentennial holiday weekend.

According to the Lake Geneva Police Department, the boat was carrying ten people when weather conditions rapidly deteriorated. Emergency crews rescued six adults and one child, while the three remaining children were later recovered from the water and pronounced dead.

Authorities have launched an investigation into the tragedy to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.