Authorities recovered the body of a 19-year-old kayaker off the coast of Blyth, Northumbria, nearly three weeks after his boat capsized. Michael Henry, from the Rothbury area, went missing on July 7 when his kayak overturned. Police had been conducting extensive search efforts since the evening of his disappearance, which culminated in the discovery of his body on July 26.

In London, law enforcement officials reported progress in combating shoplifting through the use of new technology. The Metropolitan Police noted that major retailers including Tesco, Boots, Marks & Spencer, and Greggs have adopted a system allowing them to submit CCTV footage, witness accounts, and other evidence directly to officers. This approach has contributed to efforts to reduce theft across multiple locations.

In Northern Ireland, police are investigating two incidents of criminal damage in Holywood, County Down, which they believe were racially motivated. The most recent incident occurred at 11:05 p.m. on Sunday when stones were thrown through the window of a residence in the Church Green area. Two children inside the property sustained minor injuries as a result.

Cuba is grappling with its sixth nationwide power outage of the year amid ongoing economic and political challenges. The repeated blackouts have strained daily life on the island, which continues to endure the effects of heightened US sanctions that have limited its access to oil since January. The compromised energy grid further complicates the situation as the government faces increased pressure from Washington.

In Michigan, health authorities have confirmed two deaths linked to cyclospora infection, marking the first fatalities in the United States attributed to the microscopic parasite. Both victims had pre-existing health conditions and experienced intestinal illness and dehydration. Cyclospora is often transmitted through contaminated food, especially produce irrigated with water tainted by fecal matter.

Meanwhile, Police Scotland is investigating a targeted attack on a group of motorcyclists near Lesmahagow in South Lanarkshire. A 63-year-old man sustained serious injuries in the incident, which occurred around 1 p.m. on Sunday near the M74 motorway. Officers have recovered a red Mazda car believed to be connected to the assault in Ayrshire. Detective Sergeant Craig Wait described the attack as deliberate and emphasized the importance of identifying those responsible. Several individuals, including bystanders, were reportedly left shaken by the incident.