Vickrum Digwa, 23, was last month jailed for life for stabbing the 18-year-old to death in December. The teenager told officers he could not breathe and that he had been stabbed after he was attacked in Southampton. Officers from Hampshire Constabulary failed to realise he was mortally injured and instead handcuffed him. The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has confirmed it is investigating the conduct of two officers. The IOPC said evidence indicates that both officers - who were the first to arrive at the scene during the evening of 3 December - may have potentially breached the professional behaviour standards of duties and responsibilities, use of force, and discreditable conduct. The watchdog added: "These relate to potential failures by the officers to recognise that Henry needed urgent medical attention, to immediately act after he said he had been stabbed and he couldn't breathe, and the decision to arrest and handcuff Henry rather than provide immediate first aid." There is also an indication one of the officers may have breached the standard relating to authority, respect and courtesy, for appearing to dismiss Mr Nowak saying he had been stabbed, the IOPC said. The watchdog is also looking at whether race or religion played a part in the officers' decision making. Mr Nowak's family has been told of the decision. IOPC director of engagement Derrick Campbell said: "We continue to extend our deepest sympathies to Henry's family and friends. "Our investigators met with Henry's family earlier this month where we were able to discuss our investigation with them in depth, now that criminal proceedings have concluded. "We are obliged to constantly review the evidence obtained throughout our investigations and assess any indications of potential misconduct for officers involved. "As a result, two officers will now face gross misconduct investigations. "There is clear evidence that public confidence in the force may have been seriously harmed by this incident, and that is a factor we must consider when assessing the evidence. "The serving of gross misconduct notices does not necessarily mean that disciplinary proceedings will follow. At the end of our investigation, we will decide whether any officers should face disciplinary proceedings." The IOPC said it had expanded its investigation following discussions with Mr Nowak's family, who have lodged formal complaints about the force. The teenager's father Mark Nowak said the difference between the way the killer and his son were treated was "unbearable". In response to the IOPC announcement, Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary told Sky News: "We are aware of the latest update from the IOPC and continue to fully co-operate with their independent investigation. "The officers are currently away from the workplace. "If they return, they will be placed on directed duties that do not involve any contact with the public."

Posts on Willis's Facebook page and the band's official page confirmed his death, with his wife saying she made the announcement with "profound sadness". The post on his page said: "Victor passed away on Tuesday June 30, 2026 as a result of a short, but aggressive illness. The family request privacy at this time of great loss." His death came the day before his 75th birthday. Village People rose to fame in the 1970s, becoming known for their camp, feelgood songs and flamboyant, fancy-dress-style costumes which were symbolic of American masculinity at the time - including a construction worker, a cowboy and a biker. Willis was known for styling himself as a policeman, a naval officer and an athlete during their performances. Their hits included Macho Man, Go West - later covered by the Pet Shop Boys - and In The Navy, but it was the unstoppable disco anthem YMCA that earned them platinum sales and number ones around the world. In the UK, it spent 16 weeks in the Top 40 between 1978 and 1979, including three weeks at the top of the chart. Thanks to its earworm catchiness and accompanying dance routine, it has remained a regular at weddings and parties ever since. In 2020, the song was inducted into both the Grammy Hall of Fame and the US Library of Congress National Recording Registry, which aims to "ensure the survival, conservation and increased public availability of America's audio heritage". It was adopted as an anthem by the gay community, despite the singer saying several times the intention was to offer a more universal message, and that it was about his own experiences growing up - although other members of the group interpreted it differently. "I wanted to write a song that could fit anyone's lifestyle," Willis said in one interview The singer left the group in 1979, with several performers taking over on lead vocals over the years. After his depature, the band featured in the 1980 US comedy film Can't Stop The Music, a pseudo-biography of their story. Almost 40 years later, in 2017, Willis rejoined and "revamped" the band, they say in their website biography. 'Music without politics' Donald Trump began using the song in his 2020 re-election campaign, which he lost to former US president Joe Biden, and the group initially issued a cease and desist letter. However, Mr Trump used the song again in his successful 2024 election campaign, which concluded with a line-up of the band performing at events around his 2025 inauguration. In a statement on his own Facebook page at the time, Willis explained why the band had decided to accept the invitation. "We know this won't make some of you happy to hear, however we believe that music is to be performed without regard to politics," he wrote."Our song YMCA is a global anthem that hopefully helps bring the country together after a tumultuous and divided campaign where our preferred candidate lost. Therefore, we believe it's now time to bring the country together with music." Read more from Sky News:How much did Trump make from crypto last year?Govt bid to clear drugs, weapons and gangs from prisons The performances took place despite one former Village People member, Jim Newman, writing on Instagram to say the original band "would never ever" perform at a Trump rally. Willis was still performing with the band earlier this year, sharing a post on Facebook in May after completing the first leg of a European tour. The band were due to play further shows across Europe and the US, as well as a YMCA Convention in Ontario, Canada, throughout July, according to their website.

The independent review will be led by former Conservative home secretary Amber Rudd. It follows on from the independent review of prison capacity, led by Dame Anne Owers, that outlined the overcrowding crisis facing jails, and the independent sentencing review, led by former Conservative justice secretary, David Gauke, which recommended how to reduce pressure on the system. Ministers say this latest review will help to "root out" violence, corruption, illicit drugs, and organised crime in prisons. Ms Rudd will examine the security and safety challenges facing prisons, looking at what action is needed to tackle emerging threats such as drones and cyber attacks. Sky News has previously revealed how criminal gangs are using drones to fly drugs and weapons into jails. There were 1,712 drone incidents around prisons in England and Wales between April 2024 and March 2025, a 43% rise on the previous 12 months - a new peak. While a recent report by the government's independent spending watchdog, the National Audit Office (NAO), said the prison service and the government have been "too slow" to respond to "urgent threats", with maintenance backlogs and significant budget underspends on security measures like anti-drone equipment leaving prisons "vulnerable". Ms Rudd will also look into how prisons can improve rehabilitation - which could reduce pressure on the prison estate by cutting the number of reoffenders - as well as how to improve staffing and leadership. How to prevent violence, reduce instances of self-harm, and improving day-to-day conditions will also be a focus. The independent review will report back to government by December - by which time a new prime minister will have been in place for a few months. Justice Secretary David Lammy said the review will help "tackle the deep-rooted problems facing our prisons and set out a long-term plan to build a safer, more resilient system that cuts crime, reduces reoffending and delivers punishment that works". Ms Rudd said that as home secretary she saw the "importance of ensuring prisons do not become places where criminal behaviour is reinforced". "I look forward to working independently across government and with frontline staff to identify practical reforms that make prisons safer, more resilient and fit for the future," she added. Read more:Patient tested for Ebola at British hospitalQueen welcomes JK Rowling to palace The review is the latest attempt by ministers to get on top of the prisons crisis. Some 14,000 extra prison places will be built over the next five years, while tens of thousands of prisoners have been released early in an attempt to reduce the pressure on the system. The Sentencing Act, passed by parliament in January, will axe sentences of 12 months or less.

Reece James' injury presents a selection dilemma at right-back, while England's lack of end product against low blocks will also be at the forefront of Tuchel's thinking. Are doubts also creeping in regarding Jordan Pickford's form in goal? Here, Sky Sports analyses the key talking points ahead of the meeting in Atlanta... England vs DR Congo - live updates and build-upWho should play right-back? Right-back has suddenly become a problem position for Tuchel after he lost first James with a hamstring injury following the draw with Ghana and then Jarell Quansah - who came in for the Chelsea man against Panama - with a badly-twisted ankle in that final group game. Both will miss the DR Congo game. So the England boss is now down to just Djed Spence, possibly Trevoh Chalobah - called up after the injury curse first struck to rule out Tino Livramento with a calf issue during the build-up to the tournament - and in a real emergency, versatile centre-back Ezri Konsa. Spence played the last 10 minutes of the opening win against Croatia, but as a left-back - where he was mainly used at Tottenham last season - then 66 minutes of the goalless draw with Ghana, again on the left-hand side of the defence, before starting on the bench and then replacing the injured Quansah for the final 27 minutes of the Panama game. Gary Neville believes Tuchel was protecting the player, with so few other options for the role. "Tuchel has got Spence, who he rested the other day," the former England right-back told Sky Sports. "I hope that's because he needs to play the rest of the games. But we are very thin on the ground." And with Konsa likely to start in the centre of defence and Chalobah yet to have any game time at the tournament, Spence - who has impressed when he has been called upon in the warm-ups and group contests - should be the man entrusted with the role on Wednesday.Rich Morgan Not the game for Kane to drop deep? A key element of England's plan to get the best from Harry Kane was allowing him to play to his strengths - and they include dropping deep with runners beyond. It has shaped Tuchel's thinking in prioritising pure pace over trickery on the wings. But against Panama, who offered so little space in behind their defence, Kane's impact came in a more conventional manner - nodding in a cross from close range. It highlighted that he can be that box presence and that is what might be required again. DR Congo have had some of the lowest possession numbers at this World Cup so do not expect the wingers to be racing into vacant space behind the full-backs too often. Kane's passing range, such a great weapon, may have to wait. England need his finishing.Adam Bate Bellingham role upon Rice return? Jude Bellingham was the player of the match in England's win over Panama but is likely to see his role switched for this game due to the return of Declan Rice in midfield. The task is to continue getting the best from him in whatever position he is assigned. On the face of it, Rice's absence required Bellingham to play deeper - but the formation has always been a bit more nuanced than that. While Rice is often described as playing alongside Elliot Anderson, he has in reality often been deployed in advance of him in the left channel. Those are the positions that Bellingham frequently took up in the 2-0 win against Panama - scoring one and setting up the other - having previously played from the right. His touch maps show that he was able to get on the ball much more last time out. He actually had more touches in the opposition box in this game as well as showcasing his tackling abilities once again. Bellingham is at his best when he is able to go where the action is and influence things. It will be interesting how it plays out with Rice back.Adam Bate Who starts on the wings? Tuchel changed both wingers for the final group game against Panama as Bukayo Saka and Marcus Rashford replaced Noni Madueke and Anthony Gordon. The pair will be confident of keeping their places in the starting line-up against DR Congo. Rashford was erratic against Panama, only hitting the target with one of his five shots and not completing any of his six crosses. But he offered considerably more attacking threat than Gordon, while Saka appears to have overcome his fitness issues. Rashford and Saka have averaged more than twice as many shots per 90 minutes as Madueke and Gordon at the tournament so far. They have also averaged considerably more touches and passes, reflecting their greater involvement generally. Saka has been carefully managed by Tuchel, appearing as a substitute against Croatia and Ghana before coming off in the 62nd minute against Panama. Now that the knockouts have arrived, though, he should be in a better condition to deliver his best. His set-piece delivery is another invaluable asset.Nick Wright Are doubts creeping in about Pickford? Jordan Pickford remains England's first-choice goalkeeper, as he should with credit in the bank after three major tournaments, but doubts are beginning to creep in. It was a shaky performance against Croatia, kicking off the tournament with two goals conceded. His showing against Ghana then compounded those fears. He was a bystander for much of it without a save to make. But his challenge on Prince Adu outside the area was rash and could have very easily cost England the game. Racing out from his area, missing the ball and taking the player along with him: goalkeepers are often measured on the brief moments throughout a fixture when they are called upon. Pickford failed that test. He also currently sits 39th in goals prevented for goalkeepers across the tournament (-1.39), a metric that measures performance based on the quality of shots they have faced compared to the goals conceded. If England are to stand a chance as the tournament progresses, they need Pickford to return to the reliable presence between the sticks that he has been for almost a decade now.Patrick Rowe How much of a concern is fitness? England's most prevalent injury worries have come at right-back, which has been discussed in detail above. Tuchel will not have foreseen this, but is now dealing with the consequences. Meanwhile, after an Achilles issue, Saka was eased in through the group stages, but though Tuchel says he is "not a problem", Sky Sports' Neville has weighed in, saying Saka "doesn't look right at all". Speaking on Stick to Football, he said: "He's usually the boy that's bubbling and smiling, he's got that competitive edge to him, but he's not right and that's a concern to us." Then there's Anderson, who retained his spot in the starting XI against Panama, and played 84 minutes, despite reported muscle tightness. But Rice will not have played for eight days by the time of the DR Congo encounter, having sat out England's final group game after a calf complaint, and to have him back in midfield will provide a huge boost. The majority of the concerns appear manageable, and that's how England need them to stay if they are to go deep.Dan Long How England can break DR Congo's low block DR Congo frequently sit in a low-to-mid block out of possession but England's issue at this World Cup has not been creating shots against deep defences - it has been turning that pressure into clear chances and goals. According to FIFA data, DR Congo have spent more than half of their out-of-possession time in a low-to-mid block. The pattern is clear: they are happy to retreat into shape, protect central areas and invite opponents to find a way through. Senegal, France, Germany and Canada have each scored twice during phases when opponents were sitting deep. France and Senegal have combined that finishing touch with shot volume, producing between seven and eight shots per 10 minutes in that game state. England have yet to score against a low block at this World Cup, but their shot rate is similar to France and Senegal. That suggests the problem is not simply getting efforts away. It is more likely about chance quality, shot location and the speed of England's attacking play once they reach the final third. At the other end of the scale, Uruguay, Turkey and Belgium have produced plenty of shots against deep defences but failed to convert them, either through poor finishing or lower-quality attempts. Spain, meanwhile, have struggled to find the same level of attacking volume, failing to score against deep opposition and managing only around four shots per 10 low-block minutes. The data points towards the profile of teams who have caused low blocks the most problems. France and Senegal have not just circulated possession in front of defenders; they have threatened with pace, direct running and individual quality in one-vs-one situations. England are creating shots but the next step is creating better ones.Adam Smith

The boy was seriously injured at Johnsons of Old Hurst, a zoo near Huntingdon, on 18 June. He remains in hospital in a stable condition. His family said: "We would like to thank the staff at the zoo who rescued our son from the enclosure. "We are truly grateful for the public support and well-wishes we have received, as well as to everyone who has been directly involved in our son's care and recovery in hospital. "Our attention remains focused on his recovery and supporting him through this extremely challenging and prolonged period of time." The boy, from Cambridgeshire, was attacked by at least one crocodile after he ended up in their enclosure. He was "pulled out by staff from the zoo", police said. He was taken to hospital, where he was initially described as being in a critical condition. Cambridgeshire Police said the boy "faces a long road to recovery". A 30-year-old man from Norfolk was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder but was later bailed after he was "assessed as not being fit for interview", Cambridgeshire Police said. The Tropical House where the crocodiles are kept was closed following the incident, but reopened last week. The zoo confirmed in a social media post that its "whole site will be fully open" on Saturday, nine days after the boy was allegedly thrown in the pit. Meanwhile, an investigation has been launched after the medical records of the boy were accessed by around 40 members of hospital staff. Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) has referred itself to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) and is investigating whether all the staff members had a legitimate reason for viewing his information. Read more from Sky News:Officers under investigation in Henry Nowak casePatient tested for Ebola in British hospital The Department of Health and Social Care said it is also investigating. The zoo is home to more than 100 animals, including crocodiles, Bengal tigers, African lions, capybaras, meerkats, and sloth bears, according to its website. The Tropical House building where the crocodiles are kept is a converted cattle barn.

The streaming service said it had partnered with ElevenLabs, a firm specialising in AI-generated speech and voice cloning technology, to ‌revive the voice of Wilder, who died in 2016 at the age of 83. The actor played the title character in the 1971 film Willy Wonka And The Chocolate Factory - a musical adaptation of Roald Dahl's novel Charlie And The Chocolate Factory. The new reality series, Wonka's The Golden Ticket, follows 12 golden-ticket winners, each accompanied by a ⁠partner of their choosing, as they navigate a series of challenges, with one contestant ⁠ultimately winning the grand prize. "A whole new generation of real-life golden ticket holders will compete for a life-changing prize or say a most unfortunate goodbye," the AI-generated voice of Wilder says in a voiceover for the trailer. "Marvel at the magic you remember and delight in my newest wonders beyond imagination. The most extraordinary competition on Earth is about to begin." The show, which will be available from 23 September, is being produced in partnership with the ​Gene Wilder Estate and will also feature Wilder's co-star ​Rusty Goffe, who is reprising his role as an Oompa Loompa. Karen B Wilder, Gene Wilder's wife, said: "More than five decades ‌after Gene brought Willy Wonka to life, people of all ages and backgrounds around ​the world continue to find joy, laughter and inspiration in his performance. "Gene had a remarkable ability ⁠to bring humour, wonder and heart ⁠into people's lives, and that connection has endured for generations." Wilder is one of several late Hollywood stars to have been revived in some way using AI. Star Wars actress Carrie Fisher, Ghosbusters actor Harold Ramis and Fast & Furious star Paul Walker are among those to have had their likeness ‌replicated using AI. Read more from Sky News:UK 'minded' to intervene in Paramount and Warner Bros dealHollywood director jailed for defrauding Netflix out of $11m Since Wilder played Willy Wonka, the character has remained a recognisable figure in popular culture. In recent years, the likes of Johnny Depp and Timothee Chalamet have portrayed the eccentric chocolatier, while, in 2024, a Wonka-inspired experience in Glasgow made headlines after it garnered widespread criticism for not delivering on its promise. The attraction, which had been billed as a "chocolate fantasy like never before", was described by attendees as "shambolic" and "terrible", while images showing a near-empty warehouse location decorated with only a handful of props sparked the creation of dozens of memes.

Team Burnham have been properly triggered over the defence investment plan now they've found out £4.7bn of it is still to be funded. For the first time in the transition, they're feeling furious. Sam Coates and Anne McElvoy have news that the scale of the black hole is even bigger than that. Also - is a former Conservative mayor in the running to chair Great British Railways? And can you have more Milibands than women in the great offices of state?

The 44-year-old eventually ran out of gas against 20-year-old Maya Joint but only after she gave a glimpse of what everyone has been missing over the last four years. But what comes next for the 23-time Grand Slam champion who stunned the world of tennis when she announced her return last month? How did Serena fare on singles return? The seven-time Wimbledon champion showed flashes of her brilliant best against Joint and demonstrated she hasn't lost any of the fighting competitive spirit despite not playing a competitive singles match since the US Open in 2022. Latest Wimbledon scores and results 🎾Men's singles draw I Women's singles draw I Order of Play📝Download Sky Sports app for analysis, news and videoNot got Sky? Get Sky Sports or stream with no contract Williams saved a match point and fired a first serve clocking 122mph to bring up set point in a dramatic second set tie-break against Joint which had Centre Court gasping in delight as she took their first-round clash into an intriguing deciding set where she ultimately ran out of steam despite giving fans hopes of a fairytale return when she broke early on in the third set. Lack of mobility on the grass was always going to be an issue given her lack of court time, having only played in two doubles matches at Queen's and in Berlin last month. Yet she showed she maintains the power on her groundstroke to still punish opponents on her day. Is Wimbledon done and dusted for Serena? Despite her first-round exit in the singles, Serena will team up with sister Venus in the doubles, a partnership that yielded six titles between 2000 and 2016. They are due to get their campaign under way later this week. Will she play the US Open or any of the American swing? Serena opted not to do a post-match press conference following her near two-and-a-half hour contest which finished around 10pm on Tuesday evening. Instead she issued a very brief statement. "It was really great to be back at Wimbledon. I never expected to be here. The atmosphere was amazing. Walking out was amazing. I definitely relished it and missed it and enjoyed the moment more than anything." It was thought Williams might have opened up on her plans for what comes next with the hard court season around the corner and the US Open next month where she has won six of her 23 majors. Wimbledon gave her until the 11th hour to make a decision on whether to accept a singles wild card at this year's Championship. And it is widely expected that the US Open will welcome the American with open arms should she want to continue her singles comeback. But she will likely need more match time between now and then and could look to enter one of the two Masters 1000 events in the lead up to Flushing Meadows with the Canadian Open and the Cincinnati Open taking place in the build up to the US Open in New York, live on Sky Sports from Sunday August 23 to Sunday September 13. Williams could instead opt to sit out singles and take part in the star-studded mixed doubles event in the lead up to the main event at Flushing Meadows which made its debut last year. Last year's event saw Emma Raducanu team up with Carlos Alcaraz while Jack Draper paired with Jessica Pegula. The shorter set format and event being played over two days could be the perfect fit for Serena as she continues to build her fitness. Could she return to the tour full time? It was telling what she said in her very brief statement after her defeat saying how she had "missed" tennis. Williams clearly maintains a deep love for the sport despite her four years away. Andy Murray spoke last month of how he "doesn't miss tennis at all" and has embraced his newfound freedom and new explorations after putting his body on the line to reach the top of the game. But could Williams' body stand up to the rigours of tournaments and travel week-in, week-out? Towards the end of her career she was only competing at the majors and selected other big events as she was able to maintain her fitness and level between tournaments. Will she also have the drive and determination to keep playing all year round or will the novelty wear off? One of the driving forces behind her return was for her two daughters, Olympia and Adira, to see her play on the biggest stage again. "It's really about the kids seeing me play," she said. "Olympia is a little bit older, Adira is very young. It's components like that. "It's also, an athlete is the best thing you can be, in the highest place and having an opportunity to still be able to possibly do that one last time is kind of cool and exciting. And so there is a little bit of that too." If not tennis, what next? In the four years she spent away from the court, Serena was hardly sitting back and cleaning her array of various trophies. In that time, she has become a successful businesswoman, had her second daughter (Adira was born in 2023) and even made a cameo appearance during Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl half-time show last year. The thing when it comes to Serena, is you never know what to expect next.