Arsenal and England star Bukayo Saka has officially confirmed his engagement to his long-time girlfriend, Tolami Benson. The 23-year-old winger reportedly proposed during a romantic evening at an upscale London hotel, marking a new chapter in the couple’s relationship.

A police misconduct panel has come under fire after refusing to reveal the identity of a convicted criminal who received confidential police intelligence from his girlfriend — a serving officer at the time — on the grounds that naming him could “affect his welfare." Maryam Ilyas, 20, was exposed for abusing her access to West Yorkshire Police systems to secretly pass sensitive information to her boyfriend, a known drug dealer.

Today marks 25 years since the loss of 10 year old Damilola Taylor, a tragedy that shook the nation and inspired a movement for change, as family, friends, campaigners and community leaders gather in London to honour his life, reflect on his legacy and confront the ongoing realities of youth violence across the capital today.

Former Arsenal winger Nicolas Pépé is reportedly preparing to propose to adult film star Teanna Trump, according to recent media reports. The couple, who began publicly hinting at a relationship in mid-2024, appear to be planning a future together.

Rapper and actor Ghetts, whose real name is Justin Clarke‑Samuel, is now facing additional dangerous driving charges following the deadly hit‑and‑run incident last month in East London. The 41‑year‑old is accused of failing to stop after his BMW struck 20‑year‑old international student Yubin Tamang on Redbridge Lane East, Ilford, on the night of 18 October.

Fifty pupils who were among the 303 abducted from a Catholic boarding school in Nigeria last Friday have escaped and been reunited with family, church officials reported. Despite this small victory, around 250 children and 12 teachers remain in captivity as search operations continue.