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Gorton and Denton was a disaster for Labour - can Starmer find a way back?
The first ever Green by-election win, their first ever MP in the north of England, all in the first electoral test for the relatively new Green leader Zack Polanski. This is his moment - and reasonably so.
Vegetarian diet can slash risk of five cancers by up to 30%, study finds
A vegetarian diet can reduce the risk of five types of cancer by as much as 30%, a study has found.
Boy expected to be paralysed able to walk after ground-breaking surgery
A three-year-old boy who would almost certainly have been born paralysed because of a severe spinal abnormality is able to walk after having ground-breaking stem cell surgery while still in the womb.
Defence secretary orders search for record of Epstein trafficking women through RAF bases
Defence Secretary John Healey has told officials to review military records to find any evidence of Jeffrey Epstein trafficking women into Britain through RAF bases.
YouTuber accused of murdering pregnant girlfriend 'recorded livestream alibi four days earlier'
A YouTuber accused of murdering his pregnant girlfriend recorded the livestream he used as an alibi four days earlier, a court heard.
Driver who crashed while gambling is jailed after causing premature birth
A driver has been jailed after crashing into the back of a car while gambling on his mobile phone, and causing a pregnant woman to go into labour.
Woman who fell from window fleeing Nottingham attacker warned he could have killed her
A woman who broke her back falling from a window trying to flee Nottingham attacker Valdo Calocane was warned by police he could have killed her, an inquiry heard.
Man left partner paralysed in 'brutal attack' for saying she wanted to leave him
A man who left his partner paralysed in a "brutal assault" after she told him she was leaving him has been jailed.
Child killer Ian Huntley will be vulnerable to another attack if he survives
Any prisoner convicted of a child sex crime is a target for other inmates.
Coroner orders report on barrier safety after Oasis fan's fatal fall at Wembley Stadium
Concerns have been raised over the safety of barriers at Wembley Stadium after the death of an Oasis fan who fell from height at one of the band's concerts, a pre-inquest review heard.
Police apologise to second parliamentary Speaker in two days over Mandelson arrest leak
The Metropolitan Police has apologised to a second parliamentary Speaker in two days after he was incorrectly named as the person who passed on information about Lord Mandelson, which led to his arrest.
Sky News forms consortium to drive push for AI standards
Sky News has formed a consortium with other major news organisations to develop industry standards for AI's fair use of their material.
Instagram to notify parents if teens search for suicide content
Instagram will start notifying parents if their children repeatedly search for suicide and self-harm content.
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.
Police arrest second man after 'serious security incident' at mosque
Police have arrested a second man after a "serious security incident" at a mosque in Manchester during Ramadan prayers.
Assisted dying bill will almost certainly fail due to a lack of time
Controversial legislation to permit assisted dying in England and Wales is set to fail because of a lack of parliamentary time, Sky News can reveal.
We tested 19 kitchen roll in supermarkets - and it might change how you buy it
Kitchen roll is a household staple that most of us use everyday, whether it's mopping up spills, wiping surfaces or storing food.
'There's no shame in having an addiction', Prince Harry tells recovered users
Prince Harry has told a group of recovered addicts "there's no shame in having an addiction", as he urged them to go back to their communities and help others.
Number of asylum seekers housed in hotels drops - with a rise in small boat arrivals
The number of asylum seekers being housed in hotels across the UK has dropped to the lowest level for 18 months, new data shows.
Soham murderer Ian Huntley seriously injured in prison assault
Soham murderer Ian Huntley has been seriously injured in an assault in prison this morning.
Entertainment News
Father Ted creator's conviction for damaging trans activist's phone overturned
Father Ted co-creator Graham Linehan has had his conviction for damaging a transgender activist's phone overturned.
Britney Spears charged with driving under the influence after March arrest
Britney Spears has been charged with driving under the influence in the US over an incident nearly two months ago that led to her arrest.
Former Spandau Ballet singer jailed for 14 years for rape and sexual assault
A former frontman for Spandau Ballet has been jailed for 14 years for multiple rapes and sexual assaults.
US singer D4vd killed teenager to silence her, prosecutors claim
US singer D4vd killed a 14-year-old girl by stabbing her multiple times to prevent her revealing their relationship, prosecutors have said.
Sir Stephen Fry launches £100k damages claim after 'breaking multiple bones' in fall at O2
Sir Stephen Fry is claiming £100,000 in damages after falling two metres off a stage on to a concrete floor at the O2.
Jurassic Park star joins White Lotus cast after Helena Bonham Carter drops out
Laura Dern, star of Jurassic Park, Marriage Story and Blue Velvet, will join the cast of HBO's The White Lotus next season.
Man pleads guilty over terror plot to attack Taylor Swift concert
A man accused of plotting to attack Taylor Swift concerts in Vienna has pleaded guilty on the opening day of his trial.
Man admits role in killing of Run-DMC star after nearly 25 years
A man has pleaded guilty to playing a part in the murder of hip-hop star Jam Master Jay nearly a quarter of a century after the star's death.
Dances With Wolves actor jailed for life for sexual assaults against indigenous women and girls
Dances With Wolves actor Nathan Chasing Horse has been jailed for life for sexually assaulting indigenous women and girls for nearly 20 years.
Licence reviews ordered at Disney-owned TV stations after Jimmy Kimmel's Melania joke
Eight Disney-owned TV stations must submit to early licence reviews, amid growing pressure from the Trump administration for network chiefs to sack Jimmy Kimmel.
Taylor Swift files to trademark her voice and image
Taylor Swift has applied to trademark her voice and image amid growing concerns around AI-generated content.
Last surviving member of girl group known for hits like Be My Baby dies
The last surviving member of The Ronettes - Nedra Talley Ross - has died aged 80.
Rob Reiner's son opens up on 'living nightmare' after brutal killing of his parents
The son of director Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner has spoken about the "living nightmare" he has endured since his parents were brutally killed late last year.
US singer had 'significant amount' of child abuse images on iCloud, say prosecutors
US prosecutors said a "significant amount" of child sex abuse images have been recovered during an investigation into the singer D4vd, who has denied murdering a 14-year-old girl.
Dan Walker tribunal: Ex-Channel 5 presenter withdraws allegations
Presenter Claudia–Liza Vanderpuije has withdrawn claims against her former Channel 5 News co-host Dan Walker after reaching a "mutual agreement" with the broadcaster and ITN.
BBC Teatime host to replace Scott Mills on Radio 2
Sara Cox will replace Scott Mills as the new host of the BBC Radio 2 breakfast show, the corporation has announced.
BBC axes iconic Football Focus show after 52 years
The BBC's iconic Football Focus show has been axed after 52 years.
Shareholders 'overwhelmingly' approve Paramount takeover of Warner Bros
The multibillion-pound Paramount Skydance acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery has come even closer to becoming a reality after shareholders voted to accept the offer.
Cause of death released for singer D4vd's alleged murder victim
A 14-year-old girl, who was allegedly murdered by singer D4vd, died from "multiple penetrating injuries caused by objects", according to a post-mortem report.
Mogul behind K-pop supergroup faces arrest
South Korean police are seeking to arrest the music mogul behind K-pop supergroup BTS over an alleged £100m investor fraud scheme.
Business
How to get into airport lounges on the cheap
Did you know you can access airport lounges without spending loads of money, being a business traveller or a frequent flyer?
Call to scrap 'outdated and unaffordable' triple lock
The pensions triple lock should be scrapped, Sir Tony Blair's thinktank has said.
South East Water chairman resigns after scathing report
South East Water (SEW) has announced the resignation of its chairman following a critical report.
MPs call on South East Water bosses to quit in scathing report
MPs from a key committee have declared they have no confidence in South East Water's (SEW) leadership to turn the company around after a litany of failures.
Bank of England sounds warning of interest rate hikes ahead
Inflation could rise to 6.2% next year, with interest rates peaking at 5.25%, in the event of a prolonged energy shock with oil prices remaining above $130 a barrel, according to a worst-case scenario modelled by the Bank of England.
Owner of Premier Inn and Beefeater to cut nearly 4,000 jobs - blaming tax rises
The owner of hotel chain Premier Inn has announced plans to cut 3,800 jobs, blaming higher costs, as part of an overhaul of its restaurants.
Musk says Altman tried to 'steal' charity, as moguls contest $150bn court battle
Elon Musk has accused his rival Sam Altman of trying to "steal" a charity as he fights his $150bn (£111bn) court claim over OpenAI.
UK borrowing cost highest since 1998 as inflation outlook darkens
UK long-term borrowing costs have hit their highest level since 1998 while oil prices have notched a new Iran war peak amid fears of extended disruption to energy flows from the Middle East.
Fresh oil shock as UAE exits Saudi-controlled cartels
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has said it is to leave the OPEC and OPEC+ cartels of oil-producing nations, potentially threatening greater turbulence for global energy markets ahead.
'Taking the mickey'? £3.53 difference for same product as cheapest supermarkets for brands revealed
Asda has been named the cheapest supermarket for branded items for a second month, with shoppers paying over £3 less for one popular olive oil than at Waitrose.
'Profiting from crisis morally wrong,' says Miliband as BP announces huge rise in earnings
The oil and gas producing giant BP has recorded a more than doubling of profits as it benefits from high prices from the Iran war.
The war in Iran is coming for Britain's favourite food
The indirect effects of Iran war inflation are "likely to be largest for food prices".
Musk v Altman: What are the tech titans going to court over?
Two of the world's richest and most powerful men are in a courtroom fight over one of humanity's most influential companies after years of bitter attacks.
The 'never saw it' rule and why many people shouldn't overpay mortgage: Tips from a financial adviser
If you've ever spent your morning commute daydreaming about starting afresh with your career, this feature is for you. Each Monday, we speak to someone from a different profession to discover what it's really like. Today we speak to chartered financial adviser Martin Rayner from Compton Financial Services...
Higher food and fuel prices could last for more than eight months after Iran war ends, minister reveals
Higher prices could last for more than eight months after the Iran war ends, the prime minister's right-hand man has said as ministers step up efforts to offset potential impacts to food and fuel supplies.
'Shame on them': Post Office seeks delay in second Capture case at Court of Appeal
The Post Office is seeking to delay the second Capture scandal case at the Court of Appeal, Sky News has learned.
British Airways warns of flight price rises due to fuel crisis
The owner of British Airways has warned of higher ticket prices as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz due to the Iran war has led to a sharp rise in oil prices.
What if your flight is cancelled due to jet fuel shortages?
Europe is facing a crisis over low jet fuel stocks due to the war in Iran, raising serious doubts over summer holiday plans.
Microsoft and Meta to cut thousands of jobs
Microsoft and Meta, the company behind Instagram and WhatsApp, are planning to make significant cuts to their respective workforces as spending on artificial intelligence (AI) finds a new high gear.
Trump threatens 'big tariff' if UK does not drop digital services tax
Donald Trump has threatened to impose "a big tariff" on the UK if it does not drop its digital services tax on US social media companies.





























































