Following a string of controversies, the government is introducing tougher rules to enable the immediate dismissal of police officers who fail strict vetting procedures, in a bid to rebuild trust in the force.

Mourners across the globe offered tributes to the 88-year-old pontiff, who passed away following a suspected stroke days after offering blessings during Easter celebrations in St Peter’s Square.

After a significant ruling reaffirming that legal female status depends on birth assignment, supporters of single-sex spaces hail the decision while critics express concern over its potential implications.

A short rocket trip featuring female celebrities was criticised as a trivial vanity stunt, with supporters arguing it highlights women’s contributions in a field historically dominated by men.