Defence & Security: The UK is developing “Project Brakestop”, a low-cost long-range missile programme for Ukraine that uses no US components or data, with trials in the UK and Ukraine and a target of frontline deployment within a year. Transport Safety: A train crash near Bedford killed a driver and left dozens injured, with emergency services declaring a major incident and investigations under way. Heatwave & Public Safety: The Met Office has issued an amber extreme heat warning for parts of England and Wales, urging households to switch off appliances and prepare for impacts on services. Royal Watch: Prince Harry and Meghan have been offered accommodation on a royal estate for their first family UK visit in four years, with Archie and Lilibet expected to join. Justice & Crime Prevention: Thousands of UK offenders are being fitted with World Cup drinking ban ankle tags that alert probation officers if they drink. Online Safety & Privacy: New VPN restrictions for the under-16 social media ban won’t apply to two protected household groups using VPNs for “legitimate” or “lawful” reasons. Consumer & Health: Aldi warns shoppers to store milk in the middle of the fridge for longer, while doctors and pharmacists report medicine shortages affecting painkillers, epilepsy drugs, antidepressants and HRT treatments.