Unprecedented plan for asylum system sees government walk tightrope

A Russian missile strike on the city of Ternopil, Ukraine, resulted in the deaths of 26 individuals, including children, as reported by Ukraine's air force. The attack destroyed two apartment blocks, marking one of the deadliest assaults in the ongoing conflict.

Laura Anne Jones has been suspended from the Welsh Parliament for two weeks after making offensive comments in a WhatsApp group. The remarks, which included a racial slur, were made during a discussion about the Chinese government's use of TikTok for espionage. Jones has since apologized for her behavior.

Thirty-five individuals and three institutions are facing trial in North Macedonia following a nightclub fire that resulted in the deaths of 63 people. Prosecutors allege that years of negligence transformed the venue into a hazardous environment.

David Carrick, a former police officer, has been found guilty of additional sex offences while already serving a life sentence for 71 counts of sexual violence. This latest ruling adds to the severity of his criminal record and highlights ongoing concerns regarding accountability within law enforcement.

BBC journalists reported from various county courts in the East of England and London, where mortgage-holders and renters faced judges amid a significant rise in home repossessions, reaching a five-year high.

Meta, the owner of Instagram, has announced that accounts belonging to users under the age of 16 will be closed starting December 10. This decision aligns with the Albanese government's new social media regulations aimed at protecting young users from online risks.

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has indicated a potential overhaul of the police structure in England and Wales, describing it as 'irrational.' She highlighted a disparity in police performance across different regions, which she termed a 'postcode lottery.'

Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has criticized the Labour government for proposing an increase in income tax rates, only to reverse the decision shortly after. This move has raised concerns about the government's fiscal strategy and credibility.