Prince Harry published an opinion piece in the New Statesman warning of a 'deeply troubling' rise in antisemitism in the UK, citing recent attacks on Jewish sites and the stabbing of two Jewish men in London. He distinguished legitimate protest against Israeli state actions from hostility toward Jewish communities, and called for unity against both antisemitism and anti-Muslim hate. The article comes amid heightened tensions over pro-Palestinian protests and government scrutiny of antisemitic activity.

Charlie Love, 31, was found guilty at Belfast Crown Court of attempting to kill two police officers in a dissident republican bomb attack in Strabane in November 2022. The non-jury trial concluded Love was intimately involved in planning and executing the attack, which involved an improvised explosive device placed at the roadside. His DNA was found on the trigger mechanism and command wire. He was also convicted of causing an explosion likely to endanger life and possessing explosives with intent. Co-accused Symone Murphy was acquitted of withholding information.

Abdul Halim Khan, 54, a former imam in east London, was sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum of 20 years for 21 counts of rape, sexual assault, and child sexual offences against seven victims between 2005 and 2014. The judge noted Khan's abuse of religious authority to target the Bangladeshi Muslim community, using threats of black magic to silence victims. The case highlights the exploitation of faith for sexual crimes.

NHS hospitals in England have met a critical waiting time target, marking a significant milestone in reducing healthcare backlogs. This development provides a political boost for Health Secretary Wes Streeting, who has prioritized tackling long wait times. The achievement signals progress in the government's efforts to improve NHS performance and patient access to care.

On 14 May, a Spanish Guardia Civil vessel approached the Royal Navy submarine HMS Anson at close range as it arrived in Gibraltar, breaching a security perimeter. A local naval observer described the incident as reckless, unprofessional, and dangerous. The event underscores ongoing tensions over sovereignty and maritime security around Gibraltar, particularly given the submarine's nuclear propulsion.

Paris Wilson, 35, was found guilty of manslaughter and attempted kidnapping for orchestrating a fatal acid attack on her ex-husband Danny Cahalane in Plymouth. The attack was linked to a drug debt owed to a Dubai-based crime boss. Three other defendants were convicted of murder, and several others were found guilty of related charges. The case highlights organized crime and the use of acid as a weapon.

Over 80,000 complaints have been filed with UK press regulator Ipso against right-wing outlets including The Telegraph, Daily Mail, GB News, and Daily Express for a coordinated smear campaign targeting Misan Harriman, an Oscar-nominated photographer and Southbank Centre chair. The outlets misrepresented Harriman's social media posts about a Golders Green stabbing and a quote from Susan Sontag. More than 250 celebrities and 20 cross-party MPs have signed letters of support, denouncing the attacks as an attempt to silence pro-Palestine voices. The incident highlights ongoing tensions around free speech, media regulation, and the targeting of pro-Palestine activists in the UK.

The wife of British national Ahmed al-Doush, detained in Saudi Arabia since 2024 for social media posts, has made a humanitarian appeal to Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for his release. The UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention found his detention arbitrary and recommended immediate release, but Saudi Arabia reduced his sentence to five years. Amnesty International warns his physical and mental health have sharply declined, with fears of self-harm. The UK Foreign Office is providing consular support.

Following the SNP's victory in the Scottish Parliament election, all 129 MSPs were sworn in on the first day of the new term, with 64 first-time members taking their seats. The swearing-in ceremony included oaths and affirmations in multiple languages. The parliament will elect a new presiding officer from four candidates: Liberal Democrat Liam McArthur, and SNP members Kenny Gibson, Stuart McMillan, and Clare Haughey. Two deputy presiding officers will also be chosen. John Swinney is expected to be elected first minister next week.

Adam Boulton, former Sky News political editor, said GB News should lose its broadcasting licence for violating impartiality rules. He accused Ofcom of failing to regulate the channel's partisan coverage and called for a ban on politicians serving as TV presenters. Ofcom defended its regulatory approach, stating that licence revocation is reserved for the most serious cases. GB News has maintained compliance with broadcasting standards and has outperformed rivals in average audience figures.