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Stranded Britons in Middle East - what you need to know as charter flights announced
The UK government has announced its first charter flights for British nationals stranded in the Middle East as the US-Israeli attack on Iran and Tehran's retaliatory strikes enter their fifth day.
Ex-England footballer Andy Carroll pleads not guilty to breaching court order against ex-wife
Former England footballer Andy Carroll has pleaded not guilty to breaching a non-molestation order against his ex-wife.
'Potent' cloud of Saharan dust to bring vibrant sunsets and hazy skies to UK
A "fairly potent" cloud of Saharan dust is expected to produce spectacular hazy sunsets and coat cars and other outdoor surfaces across the UK, forecasters have said.
Police anti organised crime operation 'locks down' part of Liverpool
Police say a huge operation is underway to "lock down" an area of Anfield in Liverpool as part of a "relentless" offensive targeting criminals.
TV chef on Jamie Oliver cookbooks and the thing he wishes customers would stop doing
On the first Wednesday of every month, we interview top chefs from around the UK, hearing about their cheap food hacks, views on the industry and more.
UK's first visa ban in asylum crackdown
The government will halt visa routes for nationals from four countries who the home secretary says have "abused" the UK's generosity.
Grandmother died from rabies after scratch from stray dog
A grandmother died from rabies months after she was scratched by a stray dog on the beach, an inquest has been told.
Why UK inflation forecast is not worth the paper it was written on
The rise in gas prices over the past 48 hours is without precedent.
UK to deploy warship to Cyprus
Britain will deploy HMS Dragon and helicopters with anti-drone capabilities in Cyprus, Sir Keir Starmer has confirmed.
Drill rapper who twice escaped police custody detained in France
A drill rapper who escaped from police custody twice in the space of a week has been detained in France.
Person dies in collision involving car and train at level crossing
One person has died in a collision involving a car and a train at a level crossing in Cambridgeshire.
Learner driver arrested for drug driving during test
A learner driver has been arrested for drug driving in the middle of his driving test.
Ferry scandal fall-out sees harbour buy-up and new contracts for beleaguered shipyard
The after-effects of a debacle that has seen taxpayers pay hundreds of millions for a pair of ferries at nearly four times the original budget, are continuing with the harbour that was too small to fit the ships set to be taken into public ownership.
UK bills cannot escape the forces of Iran war
The economic impacts of the Iran war are already being felt in global markets, and could raise energy prices and wider consumer bills in the UK before long.
Police appeal after woman murdered 30 years ago
Police are making a new appeal for information over the murder of a university graduate nearly 30 years ago.
Prisoners had drugs and weapons 'delivered to order... as if by Uber Eats or Deliveroo'
A gang that used drones to smuggle drugs, weapons and phones into prisons has been jailed by a judge who likened their operation to "Uber Eats or Deliveroo".
UK growth forecast downgraded and unemployment will peak this year, chancellor reveals
The UK's economic forecast has been downgraded for 2026 but will then improve - and unemployment will peak this year, the chancellor has revealed.
Lifeboat and coastguard scrambled as tug boat sinks
A tug boat has sunk in the Sound of Kerrera in Argyll and Bute.
Sarah Everard's mother shares memories of daughter, five years on from murder
Sarah Everard's mother has said she misses the "goodness" of her daughter who "added beauty to the world".
Police name skydiver who died after wingsuit jump in Devon
Tributes have been paid to Chas McNeil, who has been named by police as the skydiver who died after jumping from a plane in Devon on Saturday.
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'We were all let down': BAFTAs host on 'trauma triggering' film awards
BAFTAs host Alan Cumming has spoken out about the controversy surrounding the broadcast of the film awards, describing it as a "trauma triggering shitshow".
Rapper Ghetts jailed for killing student in hit-and-run
Rapper Ghetts has been jailed for 12 years after killing a Nepalese student in a hit-and-run collision.
Victim's mum describes 'unimaginable loss' as rapper Ghetts faces jail over fatal hit-and-run
The mother of a young man killed after being hit by a car driven by rapper Ghetts has described the "extreme pain" and "unimaginable sense of loss" of losing her only child.
The Actor Awards fashion: All the best looks from the red carpet
Celebrating a brand-new name, The Actor Awards - formerly the SAGs - welcomed a host of stars to the red carpet in LA on Sunday night.
Actor Awards: Sinners shakes up Oscars race as Jessie Buckley remains undefeated
Sinners triumphed at this year's Actor Awards, with the vampire horror winning best ensemble and best actor for Michael B Jordan.
Brit Awards 2026: The surprise performers, tributes, and bits you might not have seen
Manchester legends, suprise appearances from Bjork and Dua Lipa, and a tribute to Ozzy Osbourne complete with a message from Dolly Parton - this was the Brit Awards 2026.
Olivia Dean dominates Brit Awards, winning album of the year
Olivia Dean has dominated this year's Brit Awards, winning album of the year, artist of the year, best pop act and song of the year.
Brit Awards fashion 2026 - all the best looks from the red carpet
The Brit Awards exist to celebrate the stars behind the best music of the past year - but the red carpet is all about the fashion.
Singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka has died
American singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka has died aged 86.
Paramount strikes deal to buy Warner Bros Discovery for $110bn
Paramount has struck a $110bn deal to buy Warner Bros Discovery.
Ex-MasterChef host Gregg Wallace drops legal claim against BBC
Former MasterChef host Gregg Wallace has dropped his High Court claim against the BBC and won't be receiving any damages, the corporation has said.
Netflix pulls out of Warner Bros race
Paramount Skydance is on course to win the Warner Bros Discovery (WBD) takeover battle after rival Netflix stepped away.
UK's delicate deal to get Bayeux Tapestry loaned from France - diplomatic coup or cultural gamble?
When the Bayeux Tapestry goes on show at the British Museum later this year it will be the culmination of one of the most impressive cultural exchanges this century.
Government confirms broadcast‑style regulation for Netflix, Disney+ and more
The UK's biggest video-on-demand services will have to follow the same rules on content and accessibility as traditional broadcasters, under new legislation being implemented.
BBC says second racist slur was edited out of ceremony, as filmmaker quits as BAFTA judge
The BBC has confirmed that a second racist slur was edited out of the BAFTA ceremony broadcast, but admitted the first was missed and "aired in error".
Tourette's campaigner 'deeply mortified' after racial slur at BAFTAs
A Tourette's campaigner who yelled out a racial slur at the BAFTAs has spoken out about the incident, saying he is "deeply mortified".
Battle for Warner Bros heats up as Paramount's best and final offer submitted
Paramount Skydance has offered even more money for Warner Bros Discovery (WBD), adding pressure on the media giant to accept a bid it has so far rejected.
Rob Reiner's son pleads not guilty to murder of his parents
Rob Reiner's son Nick has pleaded not guilty to two counts of first-degree murder in the fatal stabbing of the actor-director and his wife Michele Singer Reiner.
Who is BAFTA winner Robert Aramayo?
It's not often an actor from Hull pips Hollywood actors to a top award, but Robert Aramayo has done just that.
BBC removes BAFTAs from iPlayer and apologises for racial slur
The BBC is facing a growing backlash after failing to edit out a racial slur shouted by a Tourette's campaigner from its BAFTAs broadcast - which was available to watch on iPlayer for over 12 hours.
Business
Trial date set for Trump's $10bn lawsuit against BBC
A trial in President Trump's $10bn (£7.5bn) defamation lawsuit against the BBC has been scheduled for February next year in Miami, Florida.
Daily Mail takeover of Telegraph faces competition probe
The planned £500m sale of the Telegraph titles to the owner of the Daily Mail is facing an inquiry over competition concerns, the government has announced.
'Quite expensive' supermarket crowned nation's favourite for fifth time
Marks and Spencer has been crowned the nation's favourite supermarket for the fifth year running, according to a survey - despite being "quite expensive" for the average shopper.
Instagram use can be 'problematic' but not addictive, says app's chief
The head of Instagram has told a court he does not believe people can get clinically addicted to social media.
NatWest hands out £500m bonus pot after shedding shackles of state ownership
NatWest Group will disclose on Friday that it awarded bonuses of nearly £500m last year, as it returned to full private ownership 17 years after it was rescued by taxpayers.
Holiday tax could make holidays 'unaffordable' for many, campaigners say
A holiday tax in England would put an extra £100 or more on the cost of a fortnight's stay, according to industry bosses.
Early SpaceX backer funds UK satellite data start-up
A satellite data start-up which shrinks file sizes in order to transmit larger quantities of information has won backing from an early investor in SpaceX, Elon Musk’s rocket-making behemoth.
Who is Sir Jim Ratcliffe, one of Britain's richest men?
Sir Jim Ratcliffe, the co-owner of Manchester United and one of the UK's richest men, has sparked controversy over comments he made about immigration in an interview with Sky News.
'We can win': Reeves sets up new battle over EU ties
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has said the government is eyeing "further alignment" with the EU - and that it's a "political argument we can win".
PM calls for apology after Sir Jim Ratcliffe's 'offensive' remarks
The prime minister has condemned Sir Jim Ratcliffe's "offensive and wrong" remarks about immigration.
Ratcliffe was already divisive at Man Utd - things may get worse
Sir Jim Ratcliffe has become increasingly divisive with his actions and rhetoric as the face and voice of Manchester United's leadership.
More Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland branches to close – check if yours is affected
More Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland branches are to close from May, the UK's biggest banking group has announced.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe: Britain's been colonised and it costs too much
Britain has been "colonised" by immigrants, who are draining resources from the state, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, one of the country's richest and most influential men, has told Sky News.
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Chemicals group Synthomer eyes share sale to shore up finances
Synthomer, the London-listed chemicals group, is exploring plans to raise tens of millions of pounds from a sale of new shares as it tries to fortify its balance sheet.
Mortgage platform Tembo puts stamp on £16m fundraising
A digital savings and mortgage platform which counts Starling Bank's biggest shareholder among its backers has secured more than £15m in funding to help more aspiring homeowners get onto the property ladder.
Bond giant Pimco backs £3bn deal with Six Nations Rugby investor
Pimco, the giant asset management group, is backing a £3bn deal orchestrated by the sports investment vehicle which owns stakes in the women's professional tennis tour and Premiership Rugby.
Economy grows by worse-than-expected 0.1% in final quarter of 2025
Early official figures are doing nothing to dispel concerns the economy remains stuck in the doldrums.
Salary sacrifice changes could hit millions more Britons, pensions expert says
Millions more workers could be indirectly affected by changes to the salary sacrifice scheme announced in the November budget, a former pensions minister has warned.
One part of Universal Credit slashed by more than £200 - but almost four million homes to get boost
The government has announced new legislation to tackle "perverse incentives that discourage work", which will affect Universal Credit's health element and standard allowance.