News 01/05/26

The public has been told to be alert but not alarmed after the terror threat level was raised to severe following the stabbing of two Jewish men in north London.

Counter terrorism policing chief Laurence Taylor urged vigilance, describing an elevated threat to Jewish and Israeli individuals and institutions. He said there has been a gradual increase in terrorist threats, driven by a rise in both Islamist and extreme right wing terrorism.

Parts of the UK could be hotter than Hawaii and Athens today, with temperatures expected to reach 27 degrees in London and East Anglia.

The Met Office says it could be the warmest day of the year so far, around ten degrees above average for this time of year. However, forecasters are warning of heavy rain and thunder ahead of more changeable weather over the bank holiday weekend across parts of the country.

Donald Trump has said he will remove tariffs and restrictions on whisky imports during the state visit of King Charles and Queen Camilla.

The US president said he would lift limits affecting Scotland’s ability to work with Kentucky on whisky and bourbon. The UK government confirmed the move applies to all whisky tariffs, including Irish whiskey, with industry representatives saying distillers will be able to breathe more easily.

A holistic health practitioner from Slough has been recognised for her work supporting wellbeing.

Michelle Rodriguez, founder of The Rodriguez Retreat, received a Highly Commended award in the Beauty and Wellness category at the twenty twenty six SHE Awards. With more than twenty five years of experience, she has built a reputation for client focused care through a holistic approach to health.