DVLA Driver Guidance: DVLA reminded motorists turning 70 in the next three months to renew their licence online every three years, with a new licence expected within a week. DVLA Error Fallout: A Greater Manchester dad says a DVLA clerical mistake wrongly branded him a disqualified driver, leading to 16 hours in a cell and months unable to drive. Tax & Pensions: HMRC letters are set to reach about two million people over 65 about tax on savings interest, while some state pensioners born before 28 Sept 1946 can expect a £300 Winter Fuel Payment. Cost of Living & Energy: Octopus Energy says UK households have earned nearly £100m selling surplus solar power back to the grid, as heat drives demand. Rural & Farming Pressure: Bluetongue escalation and heat stress could further squeeze UK milk yields. Local Community: Maidenhead’s Community Watch expanded after its 200th home security visit, and Norden Farm’s Maidenhead Beach returned with free family fun. Public Safety: Firefighters are being supported by thousands of volunteers during major wildfires, while DVSA confirmed MOT photo-taking is currently “optional” for test centres. Crime & Justice: Four years after the Dingle Skorpion shooting, suspects are still linked to serious criminality and no charges have been brought. International: BBC seeks US court help to obtain testimony from Trump family members in its defamation case.