Rhaheem Hamed, aged 19, has been sentenced to six years in a young offenders’ institute following a brutal stabbing on Formby beach, Liverpool, in May 2021. The attack left a 16-year-old boy with severe injuries including a collapsed lung and ruptured spleen. Liverpool Crown Court heard that the attack was captured on camera by witnesses. During the trial, it was revealed that Hamed carried out the attack alongside another individual and already had previous convictions. Despite these, considerations of Hamed’s young age at the time of the crime were factored into his sentencing, handed down by Judge Stuart Driver KC.

Elsewhere, The Guardian released its Quick Crossword No 16,829 on Saturday, featuring a variety of clues ranging from cultural references to everyday phrases. This puzzle challenge aims to appeal to both beginner and experienced crossword enthusiasts.

In another significant incident, footage emerged revealing an attack and boarding of a ship in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil shipment channel. The Iranian Revolutionary Guards claimed the action, stating that the vessel was “linked to Israel” and announcing plans to escort it to Iranian territorial waters. This incident, occurring around 50 nautical miles off the UAE coast, has led to increased tensions in the region, with the UK among those voicing concern. This area is notable for its pivotal role in the international oil market, underlining the global significance of the event.