Three people have been killed and more than 20 injured after a tram derailed in the centre of Milan, before slamming into a building.

The Number 9 tram was supposed to have continued straight along the central Vittorio Veneto avenue, but it suddenly swerved at a switch track that is used by another tram line, according to a video of the crash broadcast by Sky TG24.

The video shows the tram nearly flipping onto its side as it takes the curve before crashing.

Milan mayor Beppe Sala suggested human error was to blame, saying the driver had apparently failed to switch tracks to keep the tram going straight.

He described the driver as an experienced employee who had only been on his shift for an hour.

However, he said the driver had skipped a stop before the crash and would be questioned from the hospital where he was being treated for his injuries.

Emergency services said three people had been killed. Mr Sala confirmed that among the victims, one passenger had died on the tram and one on the street.

He said none of the other injured were in a life-threatening condition.

Dozens of ambulances, fire engines and police cars responded to the crash, with crews escorting passengers in thermal blankets away from the scene.

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ATM, the Milan public transport company, said it was cooperating with prosecutors “to precisely establish the cause and dynamic of the incident”.

The incident came as the city is hosting its seasonal fashion shows and is in the interim between hosting the Winter Olympics and Paralympic Games.

The heartwarming programme Marvellous Miniature Workshop is coming back for a new series and producers are now looking for people to appear on the popular show, and say they would love to find some stories in the Bolton area.

A spokesman said: “Sara Cox and her team of expert model makers could bring a cherished place form your past back to life in miniature. It might by a childhood home that’s been lost or sold, the pub where you firt fell in love, of the workplace that helped shape who you are .

“If it matters to you, please tell us about it.”

Those interested should apply to apply.miniatureworkshop.uk

In the last series Sara and miniaturist Hannah Lemon recreate Manchester’s Crumpsall Library for Leah, a retired social worker who met her late husband there as a teenager. Though the library now lies derelict, Hannah’s intricate model – parquet floors, stained-glass and even Neil’s school cap – brought back its splendour and the love story at its heart.

Two places Sara said she would like recreating is her father’s farm house and the inside of The Pineapple Pub which her mum used to run at one time.

The right-wing government of Israel’s Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, has taken a tough stance against international and Palestinian NGOs as well as UN agencies, some of which have operated in the region for decades, citing security reasons. It has also passed legislation banning the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, Unrwa, from operating in Israel, impacting its work in the West Bank and Gaza.

Jen Lloyd, head of mortgages at Skipton Building Society, said the biggest financial shock for many first-time buyers doesn’t just come from the deposit itself, but from the wave of costs that hit in the first few months of homeownership.

“People budget meticulously for the purchase price but are often caught off guard by everything that comes with actually moving in,” she explained.

“Rent overlap, stamp duty, removals, council tax, furnishings and set-up costs can all land at once.

“Turning those ‘unexpected’ expenses into expected ones by researching them upfront – and building a realistic ‘move-in buffer’ – can help make the whole process far less stressful.”

She added having a little breathing room at the start can make a big difference, particularly for first-time buyers navigating those early costs.

The comments follow a poll of 1,000 first-time buyers, which found facing multiple upfront costs in a short space of time was the number one part of the homebuying process they wished they could avoid.

Other major frustrations included the physical act of moving, the long gap between exchange and completion, and overlapping rent and mortgage payments.

Jen, from Skipton Building Society – which commissioned the research to mark the enhancements of its Delayed Start Mortgage, which enables first-time buyers to delay their first mortgage repayment for up to three months – also warned against trying to do everything at once, a mistake she sees time and again among eager buyers.

“From surveys to furnishing a home from scratch to removals and renovations, it’s easy to feel like every decision has to be made immediately – and rushing often leads to unnecessary spending and avoidable stress,” she said.

“Buying your first home is exciting, so it’s natural to want everything done as quickly as possible.

“But slowing things down where you can, and prioritising what genuinely needs doing now versus what can wait, usually saves money, time and a lot of anxiety.”

The experience proved frustrating for many, with 64 per cent of those renting at the point of purchase finding the process challenging.

One in three (35 per cent) ended up paying rent and a mortgage at the same time, while 30 per cent said they felt financially strained while covering multiple housing-related payments at once.

A third (32 per cent) reported an overlap between their rental payments and mortgage payments lasting one to two months, while eight per cent said this overlap stretched beyond three months.

A further 24 per cent had to give notice on their rental before securing a confirmed completion date, and 23 per cent feared they could be left without anywhere to live for a period.

The survey also explored some of the quirkier pain points buyers become accustomed to during the process, with 35 per cent constantly refreshing property apps ‘like it was a full-time job’.

A third (32 per cent) confessed to spending far too long browsing properties they couldn’t afford at the start of their journey, according to the OnePoll.com figures.

While 27 per cent were left baffled by how to avoid offending sellers when deciding how low to offer on a property listed as ‘open to offers’.

And when it came to moving in, 35 per cent found themselves awkwardly introducing themselves to new neighbours and 34 per cent suddenly cared deeply about things like bins and thermostats.

Jen Lloyd added: “Buying your first home should be an exciting milestone, yet our research shows that early costs can easily overshadow that moment.

“A bit of breathing space at the beginning can make a real difference when so many expenses arrive at once.

“Which is why we’ve enhanced our Delayed Start Mortgage to give buyers greater flexibility around when their repayments begin, whether that’s one, two or three months after completion, helping to ease some of the immediate pressure.

“This can also be added onto our 100% Track Record Mortgage, which recognises strong rental payment history and removes the need for a deposit.

“Everyone’s route onto the property ladder is different, and offering fairer options that reflect those individual circumstances can help make the move into homeownership feel far more manageable.”

TOP TIPS FOR FIRST-TIME BUYERS TO AVOID COSTLY HOMEBUYING MISTAKES:

1. Don’t underestimate the cost of the first few months

The biggest financial shock for first-time buyers often isn’t the deposit, but the cluster of costs that arrive all at once – from rent overlap and legal fees to removals, furnishings and set-up expenses. Research these early and seek advice to help build a realistic “move-in buffer” to make the transition far less stressful.

2. Don’t try to do everything at once

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by surveys, solicitors and removals and assume everything needs doing immediately. Prioritise what genuinely needs action now and what can wait – slowing the process where possible can save money, time and unnecessary stress.

3. Look beyond the mortgage repayment

Focusing solely on the monthly mortgage figure can give a false sense of affordability. Factor in council tax, utilities, insurance, service charges and ongoing maintenance to build a true picture of monthly costs before making an offer.

4. Protect your credit score before you apply

Avoid taking on new credit in the months leading up to a mortgage application and clear any outstanding debts where possible. Even small commitments, such as phone upgrades, can affect affordability.

5. Get your paperwork ready early

Missing documents are one of the biggest causes of delays. Having payslips, bank statements, ID and proof of deposit organised from day one can speed up the process and give buyers a competitive edge.

It’s been claimed that the BBC ‘knew’ about John Davidson’s involuntary use of the N-word at the Baftas, yet it still ended up in the final broadcast.

Last Sunday, Tourette’s campaigner Davidson, 54, attended the annual film ceremony in London with the cast and crew of I Swear, a biographical drama based on his life.

Robert Aramayo, 33, who plays the Scottish activist in the movie, took home the leading actor trophy, as well as the EE rising star, while I Swear also bagged the casting gong.

It was a huge night for all involved in making the biopic, which chronicles Davidson’s upbringing in Scotland in the 80s when his severe Tourette’s syndrome was widely misunderstood.

However, the dazzling success was soon marred by controversy when the Baftas aired on BBC One, as Davidson could be heard yelling and swearing throughout the first half due to his condition.

This included him shouting the N-word while Sinners actors Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo presented an award, raising questions about why it wasn’t edited out, given that the awards are not live.

Now, it’s been claimed that the broadcaster ‘knew what happened’ with plenty of warning, with an insider telling Deadline that a Bafta representative informed producers at Penny Lane TV of the incident after it occurred.

‘The BBC knew what happened,’ said the source.

Once the alarm was raised, Bafta’s position is that responsibility then fell to the BBC to ensure that the ceremony (which has a two-hour time delay) did not feature offensive language that breached broadcasting regulations.

An investigation is currently underway to get to the bottom of what the BBC has since called a ‘serious mistake’.

Amid rising anger and criticism, when contacted for a comment on the latest claims, a BBC spokesperson reiterated their initial statement.

‘The BBC has been reviewing what happened at Bafta on Sunday evening,’ they told Metro.

‘This was a serious mistake, and the Director General has instructed the Executive Complaints Unit (ECU) to complete a fast-tracked investigation and provide a full response to complainants.’

The inclusion of the racial slur in the broadcast has been branded ‘completely unacceptable and harmful’ by culture secretary Lisa Nandy, while the Commons culture, media, and sport committee has written to outgoing director general Tim Davie for answers.

Inside the BBC, there is also said to be concern about how the ceremony was allowed to remain on BBC iPlayer for so long with the slur in it.

Coverage remained on the streaming platform for 15 hours before it was taken down and edited later on Monday. Clips of the moment had long been circulating online by this time.

As for Davidson, Jordan, and Lindo themselves, Tony-nominated actor Lindo, 73, said he wishes that a higher-up at the Baftas had spoken to them afterwards.

Jordan, 39, has not commented publicly, but an industry source exclusively told Metro that he was ‘disgusted, repulsed, and grossed out’ by hearing the slur.

The insider added that it reminded him of ‘how much work has to be done to drive racism underground,’ since he did such extensive research into the psychological impact it has for his role in Sinners.

Meanwhile, Davidson, who was diagnosed with Tourette’s as a teen, gave an interview to Variety, explaining that he reached out to the movie stars to apologise.

He expressed how ‘deeply mortified’ he was and that it is ‘upsetting’ to read endless comments on social media from people calling him ‘racist deep down’ and claiming he wouldn’t say such things ‘unless he thought them’.

‘The only time I became aware that my tic had reached the stage was when Delroy and Michael B. Jordan appeared to look up from their role as presenters, and soon after that, I decided to leave the auditorium,’ he told the publication.

Davidson then attempted to calm himself down and ‘breathe,’ but he left of his own accord to avoid causing ‘any more upset’.

Bafta provided him with a private room where he could watch the rest of the awards via a monitor.

Still, he has questions, realising in hindsight that there was a microphone ‘just in front’ of him in the auditorium.

‘I have to question whether this was wise, so close to where I was seated, knowing I would tic,’ he asked.

Davidson went on to say that, initially, his tics were noises and movements, but the more nervous he got, ‘the more [his] tics ramped up.’

This led to his coprolalia tics (socially inappropriate and derogatory remarks) coming out, at which point his ‘stomach just dropped’.

‘As always, I felt a wave of shame and embarrassment hit me all at once. You want the floor to swallow you up. I wanted to disappear. I wanted to hide — just get away from all the eyes.’

I Swear director Kirk Jones has vocalised his support for Davidson, saying the film’s subject was ‘let down’ at the weekend.

Jones told The Telegraph that he thought the slur was contained inside the venue, not considering that it would be broadcast to the nation.

He only learned that it had been aired at around 3am, receiving messages from the US after it began making headlines over there.

Nanny McPhee director Jones then ‘didn’t sleep for two nights,’ having said he understands ‘both sides of the argument,’ but ‘the overriding irony is that this is the reason why [they] made the film in the first place.’

‘I think John was let down on many, many levels,’ said the filmmaker.

‘And I think the fact that that [tic] went out for broadcast was perhaps one of the worst ways in which he was let down on the night.’

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Adventure Cinema’s destinations offer a full evening experience, with a variety of on-site food and drink options available.

Adventure Cinema is heading to Chatelherault Country Park this summer.

It is visiting 57 destinations across the UK, bringing the big screen to life in some of the country’s most iconic and awe-inspiring settings.

This year’s tour will include breathtaking venues such as Chatsworth House, Althorp House (the childhood home of Princess Diana), London’s iconic Kew Gardens and The Eden Project, to name a few.

Screening everything from sing-a-long favourites and family films to cult classics, blockbuster hits and spectacular concert screenings, Adventure Cinema offers something for everyone.

With locations spanning castles, stately homes, gardens and cultural landmarks, the 2026 tour will also include stunning locations such as Wakehurst (Kew’s wild botanic garden), Castle Howard, Burghley House, Hylands House, Scone Palace, National Trust Attingham Park and Chatelherault Country Park.

Dirty Dancing, an Encanto sing-along, Mamma Mia! ExtrABBAganza, and Jurassic Park are among the films being shown in July.

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Cain Dingle (Jeff Hordley) knows Sarah Sugden (Katie Hill) means well in Emmerdale, but he’s getting increasingly irritated at the fact she’s not actually listening to him.

Sarah and Liam Cavanagh (Jonny McPherson) are currently the only two people close to Cain who know about his prostate cancer diagnosis. Graham Foster (Andrew Scarborough) also knows, but there’s absolutely no chance Cain is going to remotely consider listening to the advice he keeps trying to give him.

With Liam generally quite busy, Sarah has spent the most time with Cain going to hospital appointments. She keeps telling him that he will feel better if more of the family know about his health problems, but Cain doesn’t agree.

Sarah took a different approach to helping her Granddad last week by suggesting they nick high end cars. She believed it would provide a distraction for Cain, and the money they earnt from selling the vehicles could help struggling Butler’s Farm.

The duo happily stole Joe Tate’s (Ned Porteous) DeLorean a couple of days ago, but Cain was adamant that even if he did continue thieving, Sarah wouldn’t be a part of it.

He didn’t get a choice this week though, as Sarah turned upin the evening and went along with Cain’s latest plan. They stole a posh car and in this evening’s episode, they very nearly got caught.

Cain and Sarah were in the car chatting about the success of the theft, but had to sink further into their seats when a police car zoomed by. Sarah enjoyed the thrill that came with breaking the rules, while Cain grew annoyed that Sarah wasn’t recognising how much of a risk they were taking.

Sarah told Cain that he needs to continue stealing the cars as it’ll be an excellent way to fix all the money issues on the farm.

She could sense that Cain would continue thieving, but couldn’t understand why he didn’t want her help.

Sarah really loves her Granddad and does just want to be there for him, but the problem is that Cain now feels frustrated at her not listening to the many times he’s said that he’s fine.

If Sarah doesn’t back off, will Cain end up saying something to her that he regrets?

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We found it at the end of a private drive just outside Ambleside, where four converted Lakeland barns sit quietly in Stock Valley, looking out across some of the most cinematic views in the Lake District.

Grove Cottages are luxurious – soft throws, polished kitchens, generous windows framing the fells – but it wasn’t the interiors that changed the rhythm of our family weekend. It was the decision to turn our phones off.

No tablets. No streaming. No “just five minutes.”

Molly and Emily were big fans of Grove Cottages (Image: Jade Wright)

We brought Molly and Emily, our ever-enthusiastic dogs, along for the adventure. And our two daughters – aged nine and three – initially less enthusiastic about the digital detox than the dogs.

The experiment began as we passed Stockghyll Force on the way in, the waterfall thundering through ancient woodland as if to drown out any lingering resistance. Bea looked at her blank kindle screen. “So… what are we actually going to do?”

It turns out: quite a lot.

Bea and Lizzie (Image: Jade Wright)

Space to roam (for two legs and four)

Grove Farm Cottages, thoughtfully converted from traditional Lakeland barns, sit within a working hill farm that places conservation at its heart. Instead of tightly grazed fields, there’s a softness to the land – native cattle in the distance, the possibility of roe deer at dusk, birds lifting suddenly from hedgerows.

For Molly and Emily, it was instant bliss: new scents, open ground, streams to investigate.

For our daughters, the dogs became willing accomplices in freedom. Within an hour, they were racing across grass, building dens from fallen branches, and inventing elaborate games.

Wellies were abandoned at the door. Leads were looped over hooks, only to be grabbed again minutes later. Without screens, time lengthened.

Morning coffee stretched into mid-morning while the girls sketched the valley from the cottage windows, attempting to capture the layered greens of the fells.

Afternoons meant walking – not forced hikes, but exploratory wanders towards the sound of water or the promise of a better view. Having dogs in tow set the pace perfectly: energetic bursts followed by grassy pauses. The girls learned how to read the map properly, how to look for waymarkers, how to judge distance by landscape rather than battery life.

And always, the valley held us quietly in place.

A screen free adventure (Image: Jade Wright)

The walk that earns its cake at the café you can only reach on foot

On our second day, we set out with purpose: cake at the end of a climb.

The path wound once more past Stockghyll Force before taking us into bustling Ambleside. There are no roads here, no easy shortcuts. Just a well-trodden track, two chatty daughters, and two enthusiastic dogs pulling optimistically ahead.

Then, on our way back to the cottages, Grove Barn Cafe came into view.

Accessible only on foot, Grove Barn Café feels like a reward rather than a convenience. The restored barn sits within a 160-acre hill farm, blending seamlessly into its surroundings.

Grove Barn Cafe (Image: Jade Wright)

Run by Anna Gervasoni – a Langdale Valley resident with years of hospitality experience – the café marries Cumbrian produce with Italian heritage.

The menu is generous and thoughtful: homemade focaccia, velvety gelato, spare ribs from a treasured family recipe, alongside classic café comforts.

Arriving on foot changes everything. The girls immediately claimed a cosy table by the logburner, cupcakes in hand. Molly and Emily collapsed contentedly under the table. We ordered coffee and sat back, looking out across the folds of the valley.

Without screens, the moment expanded. There was no rush to document it, no distraction. Just fresh air, good food, and the simple satisfaction of having earned both.

The walk back uphill was quieter – pleasantly tired daughters, slower dogs, sunlight stretching across the hills.

Grove Barn Cafe (Image: Jade Wright)

Evenings without blue light

Back at the cottage, muddy boots lined up beside well-used dog leads. The absence of screens had stopped feeling like deprivation and started to feel like relief.

Evenings revolved around the farmhouse table. The girls played fiercely competitive board games. We joined them for Scrabble and chess.

We cooked together in the generous self-catering kitchen while Molly and Emily dozed nearby, exhausted from the day’s exploring.

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One night, we stepped outside as the sky turned violet above the valley. Our daughters lay back on the grass, identifying shapes in the clouds before darkness settled fully. No one reached for a camera. No one checked the time.

Sleep came easily – for humans and hounds alike. Mornings arrived softly, mist drifting between the fells, the cottage windows framing a scene that felt almost painted.

The proximity to Ambleside offers reassurance – shops, cafés, the gentle hum of a Lakeland town – yet the cottages themselves feel entirely removed. It’s a rare balance: seclusion without isolation, comfort without clutter.

The view from our room at the cottage (Image: Jade Wright)

The luxury of less

There is real luxury here: beautifully finished interiors, thoughtful touches, panoramic views from every angle. But the deeper indulgence lies elsewhere.

It is watching your daughters negotiate stepping stones across a stream rather than swipe across glass.

It is following your dogs along a winding path instead of following notifications.

It is walking to lunch rather than driving.

It is earning your gelato.

In a culture of constant connection, a digital detox offers something quieter and more enduring: the luxury of attention.

By the time we drove away, looping once more past Stockghyll Force towards Ambleside, the kindles flickered back to life. Our phones beeped as messages poured in.

But something had shifted.

Our daughters were already discussing their next den-building plans. They wanted to walk back to the barn café. They wanted to return in autumn to see the valley change colour.

Molly and Emily, sprawled happily in the back of the car, seemed to agree.

For a few precious days in the lakes, the fells had proved more compelling than any feed.

And that, perhaps, is the most restorative escape of all.

Screen-Free Reward Walk

• Distance from cottages: manageable family ramble
• Landmark: Stockghyll Force
• End point: Grove Barn Café
• Must-try: Homemade focaccia, gelato, spare ribs
• Best enjoyed: Phone on airplane mode

Boroughs of Hackney, Islington, Camden, Redbridge, Newham, Harrow, Ealing, Waltham Forest, Tower Hamlets and this week Croydon, Bromley and Greenwich are pitted against each other in “Red vs Blue” teams. “Havering Wars” and “Rainham Wars” posts have also begun circulating among pupils in east London.

Iran has offered to never stockpile nuclear material and will reduce its current stockpile to “almost nothing”, in return for elimination of sanctions,  according to sources close to the high-stakes talks which took place indirectly with the US in Geneva on Thursday.

It is understood to be the first time, through multiple rounds of talks, that Tehran has made such an offer and they are now willing to work with the International Atomic Energy Agency to “down-blend” their stockpile either by converting it into fuel or exporting it.

Specifics, such as enrichment levels, are yet to be discussed in detail but Iran would remain “well below the 20% level that is the red zone” one person with knowledge of the talks said. However there has been no decision on what would happen to its existing nuclear facilities.

The US team of Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff held indirect negotiations with an Iranian delegation that included Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in the Swiss city; the talks were mediated by the Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi.

Following the conclusion of the talks, Albusaidi tweeted that “significant progress” had been made but offered no specifics. Araghchi tweeted that the talks were “the most intense so far” and reiterated Tehran’s demand that sanctions are lifted, although that remains a major sticking point between the sides. The White House is yet to comment.

Through conversations with people who have direct knowledge of what was discussed, Sky News understands Iran is also willing to offer the US companies access to its considerable oil and gas reserves and has suggested it could look to purchase American products, such as civilian aircraft, if sanctions were lifted.

It’s hoped this will appeal to US President Trump, who typically treats foreign policy as a business transaction and might be persuaded by the promise of economic rewards.

The possibility of a non-aggression pact, where Iran and its proxies would formally agree not to attack first, is also being considered.

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Sky’s Middle East correspondent Adam Parsons gets a sense of the mood.

Despite the positive vibes, however, considerable gaps remain and it’s understood there is still a long way to go before the two sides are in a position to agree to a binding and realistic deal. The threat of war remains high with a massive US military build-up on standby in the region.

Hawks in Washington and Israel strongly believe Iran is just playing for time and will be urging the US president to take action.

“I will remain pessimistic until I see the military being pulled back,” a senior diplomat said, but following the Geneva talks “we are now in a good place to agree that Iran remains a non-nuclear weapon state”.

One issue that wasn’t discussed in detail was Iran’s ballistic missile programme. In recent days the US administration has claimed, without evidence, that Iran has the ability to strike mainland US. Iran’s preference is for that to be dealt with regionally, possibly through talks with the Gulf Co-operation Council first, rather than Washington.

In a further sign of progress, technical talks will be held in Vienna on Monday. They will focus on three main points: How to deal with Iran’s current stockpile and in what timeframe; how a future monitoring mechanism could work; and to understand Iran’s plans for a civil nuclear programme over the next decade or so.

Depending on other events, the main negotiating teams are expected to meet again in around a week’s time, although exact details and a location are yet to be confirmed. It’s likely to be in the Middle East.

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On the face of it, the Geneva talks seem to have made genuine progress and possibly averted the immediate threat of war, but Mr Trump’s position is still the big unknown and he might yet decide that regime change is preferred to what could be long and complicated nuclear discussions.

The situation remains incredibly tense and the window for action, if that is what Trump decides on, is closing with his military forces unable to remain on high alert indefinitely.