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Teenager found guilty of terror offences after joining banned far-right group
A schoolboy has been found guilty of terror offences after joining a banned far-right group and researching a synagogue, encouraged by Russian extremists.
Two Commonwealth countries back plans to remove Andrew from line of succession
The governments of Australia and New Zealand have thrown their weight behind plans to remove Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from the royal line of succession.
Jubilant Team GB return home after record-breaking Winter Olympics
Team GB's athletes have returned home to a rapturous welcome after their most successful Winter Olympics ever.
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.
'I design video games - here's what I think about angry fans'
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 Alistair McFarlane, chief operating officer of game design company Facepunch Studios and the executive producer of survival game Rust...
Tributes paid to two young 'best friends' found dead in Welsh mountain range
Tributes have been paid to two young hikers found dead in the Eryri mountain range (Snowdonia).
Mainstream schools to receive extra funding for SEND pupils
Mainstream schools will receive direct funding to support children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) as part of a £4bn package to make the system more inclusive.
British rising star beats A-listers to acting BAFTA - as One Battle After Another named best film
British film newcomer Robert Aramayo has been named best actor at the BAFTAs - beating favourite Timothee Chalamet and other A-listers including Leonardo DiCaprio to win the prize.
The pressure is building on government to reform student loan repayments
It's a debate that's gaining momentum, and ministers could score some political points among millions of graduates in England if they choose to reform the student loans system.
Three dead and four others injured in crash
Three people have died and four others were injured in a three-car crash in Co Tyrone.
Prince William pays tribute to TikToker army medic following her death aged 25
Prince William has told of his "immense sadness" at the death of an army medic who had become a TikTok star.
Police searches continue amid call for 'treason' probe into Andrew's Epstein links
Searches of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's former home are expected to continue on Monday - as a Conservative former security minister called for a "treason" probe into Andrew's links to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.
Girl, 7, and woman die in crash
A seven-year-old girl and a 43-year-old woman have died in a crash in Hampshire.
Man, 20, stabbed to death at skate park named
A 20-year-old man who was stabbed to death at a skate park has been named.
Inaccurate evidence from AI led to police pursuing ban on Israeli football fans, MPs find
Microsoft's Copilot AI tool led to more inaccurate evidence being used by West Midlands Police (WMP) to pursue a ban on Israeli football fans, MPs have uncovered.
Sweeping school reforms to be unveiled - but one mum says it's 'just what I was fearing'
Sweeping education reforms aimed at halving the disadvantage gap are to be unveiled by the government, with the plans also expected to include significant changes to the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system.
Team GB win record-equalling medal haul at Winter Olympics
Freestyle skier Zoe Atkin has won a bronze medal in the women's halfpipe final at the Winter Olympics in Italy.
London Bridge terror attack cop sacked over 'offensive' texts
One of the first police officers on the scene of the 2017 London Bridge terror attack has been sacked for gross misconduct for his use of the word "pikey" in messages about Gypsy, Roma, and Traveller people.
Bodies found in North Wales mountain range
Two bodies have been found in the Eryri mountain range (Snowdonia) during a search for two missing men, North Wales Police have said.
Bishop of Lincoln arrested on suspicion of sexual assault
The Bishop of Lincoln, the Right Reverend Stephen Conway, has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault.
Entertainment News
Father Ted co-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.
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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.
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.





























































