“Targeting the centre of community life on the holiest day of the year was not just an attack on British Jews, it was an attack on all of us. It was an attack on our humanity and on Britain’s values of freedom, compassion and respect,” Badenoch said.

She warned that anti-semitic hate and radical Islamist ideology had been “allowed to fester unchecked” in Britain’s streets for years, pointing to inflammatory slogans at protests and intimidation of Jewish communities.

“We have tolerated this in our country for too long,” she said. “You can think what you like and, within the law , say what you like, but you have no right to turn our streets into theatres of intimidation, and we will not let you do so anymore,” she warned.

She further urged the country to draw a “firm line” against importing values hostile to Britain’s democratic principles. She reassured Jewish communities that the government “stands with you shoulder to shoulder.”

A man believed to be Jihad Al-Shamie, a 35-year-old British citizen of Syrian origin, was shot dead by police after launching an attack on a Manchester synagogue during Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar. Two worshippers, Melvin Cravitz, 66, and Adrian Daulby, 55, were killed in the incident. Police confirmed that one of the victims died after being accidentally shot by officers attempting to stop the attacker. 

"It really does feel as though the state wants to kill us," said Helen Belcher, a prominent trans rights campaigner and chair of the advocacy group TransActual.

Speaking to the AFP following the court’s decision, Belcher said the ruling represents a fundamental denial of trans people's identities and lived realities.

Belcher, 61, who is also a Liberal Democrat politician, said the implications of the ruling are already being felt within the trans community.

"I fear for people's mental health. I fear for people's physical health. I fear for people's ability to earn money. They've issued a ruling that sex is biological, but they haven't defined what biological means,” said Belcher

Belcher warned and reasoned that the judgment leans on a rigid and outdated framework, dismissing scientific literature that recognises sex and gender as complex spectrums.

“They're relying very much on a Trumpian, evangelical Christian simplistic world model,” Belcher said, “ignoring all huge amounts of scientific literature, which says that sex is not binary, it's not simple, it's really complex. In their judgment, they have decided basically that intersex people and non-binary people don't exist. And it's awful."

Belcher, who transitioned more than 20 years ago, described the ruling as a deeply personal blow.

“To go through that process - sometimes painful process - of getting to understand myself, having invasive medical questioning, some painful surgeries, to then be told, ‘Yeah, but you're still a man,’ is deliberately and intentionally cruel.”

The ruling has brought back the already polarised national debate over trans rights. However, the Supreme Court justices emphasised that trans people remain protected under the Equality Act against discrimination and harassment.

Despite the devastating impact of a recent earthquake in Myanmar, Muslims prayed in mosques and celebrated quietly in their homes. In Pakistan, large crowds attended prayers, shared food with neighbours, and gave to the less fortunate. In Afghanistan, people gathered for prayers and family meals despite security challenges.

In India, Muslims prayed, visited loved ones, and enjoyed special dishes. In Bangladesh, street carnivals took place with colourful cultural displays while in Indonesia, families reunited, shared meals, and homes were decorated.

In London, Muslims prayed at mosques and community centres, shared food, and children received gifts. Across the world, Eid brought families closer and spread happiness and kindness.

Here are some photos of celebrations around the world

"I’m not even going to lie, literally 30 minutes of the riots breaking out…the Prime Minister already gave a speech and the intensified police everywhere. While it was happening, there were helicopters around. You could literally hear them in the video I made. There were police everywhere but the numbers were a lot at that time literally less than an hour after…in his speech that was where he condemned them as far rights and said they were going to be charged. The court started sitting for 24 hours and they started charging them immediately. People are getting six months, twelve months in prison,” said Oluwasemilore.

The filmmaker believes the government's actions played a crucial role in curbing the violence and preventing further unrest. "The measures taken by the UK government undoubtedly helped a lot, I’m not going to lie," he stated. "The UK government kudos, they did well to cop this thing happening.”

Concerns about racism despite government efforts

However, despite the government's efforts, the filmmaker expressed ongoing concerns about the deep-rooted issue of racism in society. They highlighted the pervasive nature of racial prejudice, noting that the problem extends beyond immediate actions and requires long-term solutions.

“I still feel unsafe walking around, you know, cause, I just feel like this thing is embedded in people like from, like their childhood. Like you see, like kids, everyone. You see the video online, you would see kids, you see people that literally don't even know what they are fighting for. I think what the UK government can do is just, cop it in a little way, which is what they are doing. But, this thing is deep down, like into people like this thing is deep down into people. And it is so sad. It is so sad that some people just feel like because you have a different skin colour. You are better than I am. I just do not understand it,” Oluwasemilore said.

The filmmaker emphasised the need for re-education to address the underlying issues of racism, arguing that media, folklore, and generational biases contribute to the problem. "It's not just about enforcing laws; it's about changing minds. Music, films, and other forms of media can play a crucial role in showing that everyone is equal, regardless of skin colour or religion. Racism is not inherent to any race - it's about individual attitudes and behaviour. The world needs more love and understanding. Until re-education reaches the grassroots, I fear the situation won't change. The UK government has made a good start, but there's still a long way to go."

British authorities have arrested over 1,000 individuals in connection with days of rioting that involved violence, arson, looting, and racist attacks targeting Muslims and migrants, a national policing body reported on Tuesday. The unrest began in response to the killings of three young girls in the northern town of Southport on July 29. This incident was falsely attributed to an Islamist migrant due to online misinformation.

Here are the top 10 most surveilled cities in the world, based on the number of cameras per 1,000 people provided by Camparitech :

Cities of China

With an impressive 439.07 cameras per 1,000 people, Chinese cities dominate the list of the most surveilled cities. The country's emphasis on public safety and national security has led to the installation of millions of cameras across its cities.

Hyderabad, India

With 83.32 cameras per 1,000 people, Hyderabad tops the list of the most surveilled cities outside of China. The city boasts an impressive 900,000 cameras, cementing its reputation as one of the most watched cities in the world.

Indore, India

Indore follows closely with 60.57 cameras per 1,000 people. The city's 200,000 cameras ensure that its residents are under constant observation and is one of the most surveilled cities in India.

Delhi, India

Delhi, the capital city of India, boasts an impressive 19.96 cameras per 1,000 people. With 449,934 cameras installed across the city, Delhi is a hub of surveillance activity.

Singapore, Singapore

This cosmopolitan city-state has an astonishing 17.94 cameras per 1,000 people. Singapore's 109,072 cameras make it one of the most surveilled cities in the world, with a strong emphasis on public safety.

Moscow, Russia

Moscow's 16.88 cameras per 1,000 people put it firmly on the list of the most surveilled cities. The city's 214,000 cameras are proof of Russia's focus on national security.

Baghdad, Iraq

Iraq's Baghdad has 15.56 cameras per 1,000 people and is the seventh most surveilled city in the world. The city's 120,000 cameras are a response to the high crime rate and political instability in the region.

Seoul, South Korea

Seoul is the eighth most surveilled city in the world with 14.47 cameras per 1,000 people. The city's 144,513 cameras display how South Korea is interested in public safety and security.

St. Petersburg, Russia

St. Petersburg's 13.49 cameras per 1,000 people make it one of the most surveilled cities in Europe. With 75,000 cameras spread across the city, Russia is truly focused on national security.

London, England (UK)

London boasts 13.21 cameras per 1,000 people and it's the tenth on the list of most surveilled cities in the world. The city further boasts an overall 127,423 cameras.

The signet ring was discovered by metal detectorist Tom Clark in a pasture for sheep near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire.

George Grenville during his tenure as Prime Minister wanted customs duties to be enforced strictly and proposed a new set of stamp duties to raise revenue. Unfortunately, the colonists protested vociferously which helped provoke the outbreak of the American War of Independence.

The 18th-century Prime Minister was dismissed by King George III after the acts he introduced caused protests in what were then the American colonies.

His ring was passed to his second son, also a member of parliament, named George, according to Nigel Mills, artefact and coin expert at Noonans.

He served as Lord Lieutenant of Ireland, was given the title of Marquess of Buckingham and lived close to where the ring was found.

According to The Art Newspaper, the government of the East African nation called for the restitution of the sacred artefact in July 2018.

“The Dean of Westminster has decided in principle that it would be appropriate to return the Ethiopian tabot to the Ethiopian Church. We are currently considering the best way to achieve this, and we are in ongoing discussions with representatives of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church. This is a complex matter, and it may take some time,” a spokesperson of Westminster Abbey told The Art Newspaper.

The Ethiopian tablet was stolen during the Maqdala battle in 1868 when British troops attacked the forces of the Ethiopian emperor Tewodros. British Army Captain George Arbuthnot acquired it and donated it to Westminster Abbey.

The tabot, which is sacred to the Ethiopian Orthodox Church is used to symbolise both the Ten Commandments and the Ark of the Covenant. The British Museum currently has 11 tabots in its possession, The Art Newspaper reports.

Westminster Abbey’s decision to return the antiquity to its native nation is another step in the repatriation of stolen artefacts from Africa. In early February, a U.S. museum returned a batch of royal regalia to Ghana that was looted by British colonial soldiers 150 years ago.