UK News Daily Tess and Claudia Depart, UK Germany Strengthen NATO, Bob Vylan Postpones Gigs, Women Stalk McCann Family, and more...
Oct 24, 2025
Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman bid farewell to 'Strictly', ending an iconic 11-year run. The UK and Germany strengthen NATO with an impressive €800 million investment in maritime security, featuring advanced tech. Bob Vylan faces backlash as he postpones gigs due to a controversial chant. In a chilling turn, two women are on trial for stalking the McCann family, with one claiming to be missing Madeleine. Meanwhile, the UK Chancellor contemplates a potential income tax hike to manage a significant budget deficit.
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End Of An Era For Strictly Hosts
- Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman announced they will leave Strictly Come Dancing after 11 years on the show.
- They will continue hosting until the final episodes airing from October 25th while replacements are considered.
UK‑Germany Boost NATO Maritime Power
- The UK and Germany deepened defence ties under the Trinity House Agreement focusing on maritime security, cyber defence and advanced systems.
- Germany invested €800m in UK defence work and both countries plan to deploy P-8A aircraft and AI-driven maritime drones.
Bob Vylan Gig Postponements After Glastonbury Row
- Punk duo Bob Vylan postponed Manchester and Leeds gigs after leading chants at Glastonbury calling for violence against the Israel Defence Forces.
- Frontman Bobby Vylan defended the chant and faced agency splits, visa revocations and political condemnation.