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Counter-terror police arrest ex-parliament worker under anti-hacking laws
A counter-terror investigation has been launched into a man formerly employed in parliament who was arrested under anti-hacking laws.
Boy charged with arson in connection with attack on synagogue in northwest London
A boy has been charged with arson after a synagogue was attacked in northwest London.
Former teacher 'routinely' sexually abused adopted baby before killing him, court hears
A former high school teacher sexually assaulted his adopted baby before smothering him to death, a court has heard.
Surprise fall in unemployment rate but wage growth hits five-year low
The UK's unemployment rate has taken a surprise fall, according to official figures, released amid warnings of a spike in job losses to come.
At least two children stabbed to death every month in England
At least two children die from knife wounds every month in England, a national study has found.
<a href='https://news.sky.com/story/politics-latest-keir-starmer-peter-mandelson-vetting-commons-iran-war-olly-robbins-12593360'>PM denies misleading Commons over Mandelson vetting</a>
Trump weighs in on Mandelson scandal - as another bruising day beckons for Starmer
Sir Keir Starmer is set to face another bruising day over the Peter Mandelson scandal, as the sacked senior civil servant he sought to blame for the appointment prepares to give his side of the story.
Arrests in Epsom as protest over alleged rape turns violent
Four people have been arrested at another protest in Epsom after a woman was allegedly raped outside a church over a week ago.
Reality star Louise Thompson triggers debate in parliament on maternity care
A petition led by TV star Louise Thompson has triggered a debate in parliament on maternity services following her own traumatic experience.
Zoologist, TV presenter and author dies
Zoologist, TV presenter and author Desmond Morris has died at the age of 98.
Brothers on trial over 42-year-old cold case murder
Two brothers have gone on trial accused of killing a civil servant in north London more than 40 years ago amid a violent spree targeting lone gay men.
Anti-Islam influencer banned from entering UK
An anti-Islam influencer has been banned from entering the UK over her extremist views ahead of a rally in London next month, Sky News understands.
Schools in England could be forced to ban mobile phones
Schools in England would be forced to ban mobile phones under government plans.
Man shot cousin dead and tried to kill brother after row at wake, court hears
A man shot his cousin dead and tried to kill his brother after a row at a wake, a court heard.
Half marathon organisers apologise after route was set too long
Runners who completed the Coventry Half Marathon on Sunday have been told by organisers there was an error measuring the length of the route.
Boy, 6, dies after being hit by car
A six-year-old boy has died after being hit by a car in Cheshire - with a driver arrested on suspicion of drug driving.
Environmental activists stage demonstration at Trump golf course in UK
Environmental activists staged a renewable energy demonstration at one of US President Donald Trump's golf courses in Scotland.
Pensioner convicted after typo on insurance forms
A pensioner has been convicted in a fast-track court after accidentally getting one letter wrong on her car insurance papers.
Tube strikes start today: Full list of dates and lines affected in walkout
Heavy disruption is expected on the Tube this week as train drivers go on strike over changes to their working conditions.
Murder probe into pensioner's death as hunt for 'dangerous' man continues
A murder investigation is under way following the death of an 82-year-old woman in Glasgow.
Entertainment News
Singer D4vd pleads not guilty to murder of 14-year-old girl found dead in his car
US singer D4vd has pleaded not guilty to the murder of a 14-year-old girl, who was found dismembered in his Tesla.
Zoologist, TV presenter and author dies
Zoologist, TV presenter and author Desmond Morris has died at the age of 98.
Rebel Wilson appears in court for start of defamation trial over social media posts
Rebel Wilson has appeared in court for the start of a defamation trial brought against her by another actress who starred in her directorial debut.
Amy Winehouse's father loses High Court challenge over daughter's former belongings
Amy Winehouse's father has lost a High Court claim against two of the star's friends over the sale of items she once owned.
Jesy Nelson's car stolen with children's essential hospital kit inside
Former Little Mix star Jesy Nelson has said her car was stolen with her daughters' vital hospital equipment inside.
Fourth Kanye West concert cancelled
Another Kanye West concert has been cancelled amid a furore over his past antisemitic comments.
Kanye West's Polish concert cancelled over past antisemitic comments
US rapper Kanye West has had another concert in Europe cancelled as fury over his past comments continues to grow.
Fans feeling 'neglected and ripped off' over ticket price laws
The government has been urged to ban the resale of concert tickets above face value after fans reported feeling "neglected and ripped off".
Singer held on suspicion of killing teen girl found dead in his Tesla
US singer D4vd has been arrested on suspicion of killing a 14-year-old girl who went missing last year.
Live Nation and Ticketmaster ran a monopoly over big US venues, jury finds
Concert giant Live Nation and its subsidiary Ticketmaster have had a harmful monopoly over big music venues, a jury in the US has found.
BBC to cut up to 2,000 jobs
The BBC will cut up to 2,000 jobs as part of its biggest downsize in 15 years.
Kanye West postpones concert indefinitely - a week after UK ban
Kanye West has postponed a concert in France - a week after he was denied a visa to perform at Wireless Festival in the UK.
Kanye West postpones concert indefinitely - a week after UK ban
Kanye West has postponed a concert in France - a week after he was denied a visa to perform at Wireless Festival in the UK.
Record number of British stars to be inducted into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
A record number of British musicians have made it into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this year - including Oasis and Iron Maiden.
Britney Spears checks into rehab after DUI arrest
Britney Spears has gone into rehab, five weeks after she was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol.
Paddington Bear crowned the big winner at Oliviers - alongside Hollywood stars
Paddington Bear has triumphed at this year's Olivier Awards - alongside Hollywood stars including Rachel Zegler and Rosamund Pike.
Eamonn Holmes 'doing okay' after stroke, says son
Eamonn Holmes is "doing okay given the circumstances" after suffering a stroke, his eldest son Declan has said.
Legendary Bollywood singer Asha Bhosle dies aged 92
Indian singer Asha Bhosle, who sang on tracks for countless Bollywood films, has died at the age of 92.
BAFTA apologises 'unreservedly' over racial slur broadcast during film awards
BAFTA has apologised "unreservedly" over an incident which saw a racial slur broadcast during the film awards.
New York rapper and hip-hop pioneer Afrika Bambaataa dies
Rapper Afrika Bambaataa, seen as one of the pioneers of hip-hop, has died from prostate cancer aged 68, his management company has said.
Business
Primark demerger aims to maximise potential after successive shocks
It hardly inspires confidence when a company's share price falls sharply as it announces a demerger aimed at maximising shareholder value.
Surprise fall in unemployment rate but wage growth hits five-year low
The UK's unemployment rate has taken a surprise fall, according to official figures, released amid warnings of a spike in job losses to come.
Apple boss to step down
Tim Cook will be stepping down from his role as Apple CEO, to be replaced by John Ternus, the company has announced.
UK to 'flirt' with recession as Iran war oil shock bites, report warns
The UK economy will "flirt" with recession this year and almost 250,000 people could lose their jobs due to the effects of the Iran war oil price shock, according to a respected independent forecaster.
Tesco swapping barcodes for QR codes in UK 'first' - here's why
Tesco is swapping barcodes for QR codes on a range of its own-brand products in a move the supermarket chain is describing as a UK "first".
Huge rise in workers tipping off HMRC about bosses underpaying staff
More people are reporting their employers for underpaying staff, data shared exclusively with Money has shown.
Fans feeling 'neglected and ripped off' over ticket price laws
The government has been urged to ban the resale of concert tickets above face value after fans reported feeling "neglected and ripped off".
Why are there two different state pensions?
The state pension rose this month - drawing attention once again to the continued existence of two different pensions.
Why are there two different state pensions?
The state pension rose this month - drawing attention once again to the continued existence of two different pensions.
Live Nation and Ticketmaster ran a monopoly over big US venues, jury finds
Concert giant Live Nation and its subsidiary Ticketmaster have had a harmful monopoly over big music venues, a jury in the US has found.
The curious link between Helen Mirren's garden and food prices
What do an Oscar-winning actress and your grocery bill have in common? More than you might think.
UK economy grows by surprising amount
The UK economy grew far more than expected in the month before the war in Iran began, latest official figures show.
BBC to cut up to 2,000 jobs
The BBC will cut up to 2,000 jobs as part of its biggest downsize in 15 years.
Fears government cash will come too late to save manufacturing jobs
Manufacturers are demanding immediate help with energy bills after the government revealed an expansion of a key support scheme, but said it would not begin until next April as planned.
Unemployed Britons turning up to job interviews to find the interviewer is an AI robot
David Gwynn isn't happy with how his job interview at a London hospitality agency went last month.
<a href='https://news.sky.com/story/money-live-consumer-personal-finance-tips-sky-news-latest-13040934?postid=11523914#liveblog-body'>AA and BSM driving schools ordered to refund 80,000 learner drivers over drip pricing</a>
First watchdog clamp down on illegal online pricing with customers to get refunds
Customers of BSM Driving School and The AA Driving School - both owned by the AA - are to receive refunds following an investigation by the competition regulator.
How to make the most of paying for free cancellation on bookings
Paying for a free cancellation option when you book a hotel stay or hire a car can feel like an unnecessary extra, especially when you are trying to bag a bargain.
Water company boss to forgo bonus following water outage
The boss of South East Water has said he will not accept a bonus for the current financial year.
Fuel prices 'should begin to come down' as wholesale costs ease
Fuel prices "should begin to come down" following 43 days of successive hikes to average costs, according to a leading motoring group amid fears of farmer-led protests hitting the UK.