Public park in Greater Manchester with hall and landmarks
A partial solar eclipse is visible across the UK on Wednesday, 12 August, with London seeing about 90% coverage. The event, the most significant in the UK since 1999, is not a total eclipse; viewing safety remains essential as experts warn against direct sunlight. Timings vary by location, with the maximum coverage occurring around 7–7:15pm.
Attendees at Pride in London have reported antisemitic verbal abuse during the central-London parade. The Met says it is reviewing footage to assess potential criminal offences, while organisers say Jewish participants have faced hostility in a bid to push for safer inclusion.
Mohammad Bashir has been jailed for 17 years for preparing an act of terrorism with Jihad Al-Shamie, who carried out the Heaton Park attack. Investigations show the pair planned a defense academy assault while Al-Shamie was under investigation for a separate crime. Police acknowledge missed opportunities to intervene.