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Two teenagers dead after car falls off bridge and crashes into minibus on motorway
Two teenagers have died after a car fell off a bridge and crashed into a minibus on the motorway below.
The government's political dilemma on student loans
It's a conversation that's not going away, but one the government could really do without.
'Warning lights for a coming war are flashing red – and Britain is not prepared'
Almost all warnings and indicators that a wider war is coming are flashing red and it is "breathtaking" that the UK government is failing to better prepare, a top academic has warned.
Airports warn of 'systemic' fuel shortages due to Iran war
Airports are bracing for mass shortages of jet fuel if the Strait of Hormuz does not reopen within the next three weeks, according to a trade body.
Chagos Islands deal pulled by government after Trump brands it 'act of great stupidity'
The government's Chagos Island deal has been pulled after US President Donald Trump branded it an "act of great stupidity".
Teenager charged with murder after boy, 14, shot dead in London
A 16-year-old boy has been charged with murder after 14-year-old Eghosa Ogbebor was shot dead in Woolwich, southeast London, last week.
British man dead and dozens of other people injured after bus carrying UK tourists crashes
A British man has died and 27 people were injured after a bus full of UK tourists on their way to a boat tour crashed in the Canary Islands.
Ban on step incest porn and 'barely legal' content in government climbdown
The government will ban so-called "barely legal" pornography of adults role-playing as children and depictions of some step-incest in a further crackdown on harmful online content.
Prince Harry sued for defamation by his former charity Sentebale, court record shows
A charity co-founded by Prince Harry is suing the British royal for defamation at the High Court in London, a court record shows.
UK working on major plan to prepare country for war
The UK is preparing a new version of a major plan to ready the whole nation - from the military and police to hospitals and industry - for the transition to war, the head of the armed forces has told Sky News.
Domestic abuser jailed in landmark case after wife jumped to her death from bridge
A violent domestic abuser who was convicted of killing his wife in a landmark case after she jumped to her death from a bridge to escape him has been jailed for eight years.
Three-month-old baby killed in suspected dog attack
A man has been arrested after a baby died as a result of a dog bite, police said.
Man arrested after four people died trying to cross English Channel
A man has been arrested after two men and two women died attempting to cross the English Channel.
Accused in Rolex murder case told sister she was 'planning to kill her', court hears
A woman accused of cutting her sister's throat and taking her Rolex watch told her she was "planning to kill" her months beforehand, a court has heard.
Car wash owners jailed for helping smuggle more than 400 people into Europe
Two men who ran a car wash in South Wales have been jailed for 19 years each for their part in a people smuggling ring.
Starmer 'fed up' with Trump and Putin causing energy bills to skyrocket
Sir Keir Starmer has said he is "fed up" with the actions of Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin affecting energy prices in the UK, in his strongest comments about the US president yet.
Pill for rare disease could benefit patients with ovarian cancer, study suggests
A drug taken to treat a rare condition could also extend the life of some ovarian cancer patients, a trial has suggested.
Feed the birds... just not in summer
Bird lovers need to take care of how and when they feed them to avoid spreading a deadly disease, the RSPB has said.
Multimillion-pound push to transform 'broken' UK military is a 'fiasco'
A multimillion-pound push by the defence secretary to transform how the UK rearms and fights is a "fiasco", with too much focus on changing structures instead of preparing for war, according to interviews and conversations with a dozen defence sources.
California Schemin': The true story of the Scottish rappers who fooled the industry
The tale of Silibil'n'Brains is the true story of a great lie.
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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.
Former Hollywood mogul facing new rape retrial
Harvey Weinstein used his influence in Hollywood to prey on women, a prosecutor has told a New York jury as a rape charge returned to court for a third time.
The Osmonds singer Alan Osmond dies aged 76
Alan Osmond, the oldest member of family pop group The Osmonds, one of the most successful groups of the 1970s has died, his family has said.
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.
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'We may need to sell the house': Student facing £18,000 bill over funding error
Vlad Iordan knew going to university meant borrowing money he'd eventually have to pay back, but he didn't think he would face an £18,000 bill while he was still studying.
WH Smith issues profit warning as jet fuel crisis looms
WH Smith has issued a profit warning and suspended shareholder payouts as the travel-focused retailer grapples growing travel disruption caused by the Middle East crisis.
Tesla surprises Wall Street and says demand for vehicles has returned
Tesla defied expectations, profiting more and spending less than expected in closely watched results as the company shifts focus from electric vehicles to artificial intelligence (AI).
Criminal probe launched into ChatGPT over Florida university shooting
Florida's attorney general is launching a criminal probe into ChatGPT and its parent company OpenAI over whether the artificial intelligence app aided in a deadly university shooting that killed two people last year.
Taxpayers urged to check if they have overpaid after 730,000 refunds go unclaimed
Britons have been urged to check whether they have overpaid tax.
Facial recognition being rolled out across UK
Facial recognition systems will be introduced across the country, the government has said as it welcomed the failure of a legal challenge to the technology.
UK's top cybersecurity chief warns against AI threats
The UK's top cybersecurity official has told Sky News that AI models such as Mythos are "warning shots" for the UK about the danger of powerful AI.
Taxpayers urged to check if they have overpaid after 730,000 refunds go unclaimed
Britons have been urged to check whether they have overpaid tax.
Car finance compensation could be delayed as redress scheme faces legal challenge
A consumer group is launching legal action in a bid to change the car finance scandal compensation scheme.
UK's top cybersecurity chief warns against AI threats
The UK's top cybersecurity official has told Sky News that AI models such as Mythos are "warning shots" for the UK about the danger of powerful AI.
The outlook for UK finances if US-Iran war persists
Inflation figures covering the first month of the US-Iran war have fired a warning shot across the bows over what may lie ahead for the UK economy.
Criminal probe launched into ChatGPT over Florida university shooting
Florida's attorney general is launching a criminal probe into ChatGPT and its parent company OpenAI over whether the artificial intelligence app aided in a deadly university shooting that killed two people last year.
The incredible fall of unlikely Premier League champions
In May 2016, Leicester City held aloft the Premier League trophy, defying 5,000/1 odds in what was one of the most extraordinary underdog stories in the history of English football.
Airline cuts 20,000 flights
Lufthansa has said 20,000 short-haul flights are being cut from its schedule this summer, allowing it to save on the soaring cost of jet fuel.
Facial recognition being rolled out across UK
Facial recognition systems will be introduced across the country, the government has said as it welcomed the failure of a legal challenge to the technology.
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 is to step down from his role as Apple CEO, to be replaced by John Ternus, the company has announced.
Tube strikes: Full list of dates and lines affected in walkout
Heavy disruption is hitting the Tube this week as train drivers go on strike over changes to their working conditions.
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.