17 m. ago Labour's grooming gangs inquiry is plunged into chaos: Potential chairwoman pulls out as third abuse survivor quits panel

The departure of senior social worker Annie Hudson comes after two victims of child sexual abuse resigned from a liaison committee attached to the inquiry, citing a 'toxic, fearful environment'.

Events

29 m. ago 'I'm a sleep expert and this 5p snack can help kids drift off quicker'

A sleep expert has shared some top tips for parents looking to help their child fall asleep at night - and it's all down to one savoury snack which costs just 5p

Politics

48 m. ago Target shopper gets $11.3 million in lawsuit after falling in store parking lot during holidays and breaking four bones

She fell while holding her child and walking through the parking lot during the holiday season

Economics

74 m. ago Salon boss who exposed himself to victim and asked 'Are you sure you don't want some of this?' is jailed for 26 years over string of sex attacks

Teeth-whitening and sunbed salon boss Ricky Stubberfield, 31, has been jailed for at least 26 years over a string of sex attacks spanning 11 years.

Events

92 m. ago Love is Blind couple welcome first child and share sweet name

The Love Is Blind pair, who have been a huge hit with Netflix fans, shared the exciting news on social media.

Politics

97 m. ago Sean Bean leads new series about some of history's most infamous criminals

The actor will delve into the reality behind the Steven Knight hit series Peaky Blinders

Events

1 hour ago Asda announces new child 'rule' in 205 stores on October 31 for the whole day

Shoppers have been given notice about the upcoming plans at the supermarket chain

Politics

2 h. ago All Creatures Great and Small star on poignant detail that reminds him of late dad

Samuel West's dad, the actor Timothy West, died in 2024 at the age of 90

Politics

2 h. ago Security guard who plotted to kidnap, rape and murder Holly Willoughby loses challenge against his 16

Gavin Plumb was unanimously convicted of soliciting murder and encouraging or assisting others to rape and kidnap the former This Morning presenter following a trial.

Events

2 h. ago Man who plotted to kidnap and kill Holly Willoughby loses appeal against his sentence

Gavin Plumb, 38, was jailed for life with a minimum of 16 years for planning to kill the former This Morning presenter

Events

2 h. ago Freddy Brazier, 21, reveals he's 'homeless' as he prepares to welcome first child and wants to name baby after his late mother Jade Goody if it's a girl

The 21-year-old son of Jade and Jeff Brazier announced he was set to become a father last month as his then ex partner was Holly Swinburn was pregnant.

Society

2 h. ago Man who plotted to kidnap, rape and murder Holly Willoughby loses appeal against prison sentence

Security guard Gavin Plumb was jailed over plan to kidnap, rape and murder TV presenter Holly Willoughby

Events

2 h. ago Poland threatens Putin with arrest if he flies through its airspace on way to Hungary – Europe live

Poland’s foreign minister says Putin’s plane could be escorted down and Russian president handed to The HagueA lawyer for Nicolas Sarkozy said a motion had been filed for his release moments after the former French president entered jail, Agence France-Presse (AFP) reports.Attorney Christophe Ingrain told reporters:A request has been filed for Nicolas Sarkozy’s release. Continue reading...

Events

2 h. ago Security guard who plotted to kill Holly Willoughby loses sentence appeal

Gavin Plumb was jailed for at least 16 years in July 2024 for plotting to kidnap, rape and murder the former This Morning presenter.

Events

2 h. ago Sanae Takaichi appoints just two women to cabinet after becoming Japan’s first female PM

New leader had promised levels of female representation comparable to those in Iceland, where six of cabinet of 11 are womenSanae Takaichi made history on Tuesday when she became Japan’s first female prime minister. But hours after she was elected by MPs, it was evident that female under representation in the country’s political establishment would continue when she appointed just two women to her cabinet.Takaichi had promised levels of female representation in her government comparable to those in Iceland, Finland and Norway. Continue reading...

Politics

2 h. ago Killer jailed for 18 years and six months for murder of Jamie Lucas in Airdrie town centre

Jamie was attacked by Brandon McLachlan, 22, following an argument between the two men.

Events

2 h. ago Joe Swash admits 'I was just desperate' as he opens up on major family struggle

Former EastEnders star and dad-of-four Joe Swash has opened up about his motivation and aims behind his latest documentary for the BBC about young fathers

Politics

3 h. ago Scientists spot change in one of the world’s rarest whale populations

Scientists have reported an encouraging trend after a troubling decline in North Atlantic right whales

Politics

3 h. ago Man Utd's path to complete striker transfer clear after he already 'said yes' to move

A Manchester United more than a decade in the making could finally get over the line after the club received fresh encouragement, and the player has already "said yes"

Events

3 h. ago Depraved killer who murdered Scots dad while on bail jailed for 18 years

Brandon McLachlan pleaded guilty to stabbing Jamie Lucas to death while out on bail.

Events