94 m. ago Pictured: Boy 14, killed in a fire on an industrial estate after being reported missing

Layton Carr, 14, was found dead inside a building on Fairfield Industrial Park in the Bill Quay area of Gateshead, Tyne and Wear on Friday night.

Events

2 h. ago Boy 14, killed in a fire on an industrial estate after being reported missing

Layton Carr, 14, was found dead inside a building on Fairfield Industrial Park in the Bill Quay area of Gateshead, Tyne and Wear on Friday night.

Events

3 h. ago Fourteen teenagers arrested on suspicion of manslaughter after boy, 14, is killed in a fire on an industrial estate

Layton Carr, 14, was found dead inside a building on Fairfield Industrial Park in the Bill Quay area of Gateshead, Tyne and Wear on Friday night.

Events

3 h. ago Fourteen youths arrested for manslaughter after missing boy dies in Gateshead fire

The body of missing 14-year-old Layton Carr was found inside a building in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, after it was on fire - 14 youngsters have since been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter

Events

3 h. ago Voices: The real problem for Labour is why votes for the party collapsed in its own heartlands

How the votes at the local elections were spread will give concern for Labour as much as Tories, says politics professor and electoral analyst Sir John Curtice

Politics

4 h. ago Lorraine Kelly, 65, reveals secret health battle as she shares update from hospital bed ahead of keyhole surgery

The presenter, 65, shared a video to Instagram from her hospital bed and wearing a hospital gown, as she gave fans an update.

Society

5 h. ago What next for Labour after local elections? Warnings for Keir Starmer from his own party

One of Labour's metro mayors has warned losses in South Yorkshire are the "canary in the coalmine" - while a north east MP said the party needs a "change of plan" more than a "Plan for Change"

Events

6 h. ago Fed up Lexus driver left thieves trying to steal his car takes drastic action with mad note

A Lexus car owner in London was so sick and tired of the persistent thieves who tried to steal his luxe car three times, he penned them a put down note highlighting their ineptitude

Events

6 h. ago John Gosden reacts as 'unlucky' favourite Field Of Gold beaten by Ruling Court in 2,000 Guineas

Kieran Shoemark's mount Field Of Gold made up a huge amount of ground from the rear in Newmarket's race sponsored by Betfred, which had a prize fund of £525,000. But he could not catch Godolphin-owned winner Ruling Court (9-2)

Events

8 h. ago Kate Middleton’s favourite metallic Veja trainers are back in stock and have 20% off

The Princess of Wales has been spotted wearing this particular pair of Veja trainers numerous times over years, causing them to sell out. They're now back in stock – and on sale

Politics

9 h. ago Tielemans winner keeps Villa racing for Champions League as Fulham falter

This was a narky, gnarly narrow victory but Aston Villa will not mind. After missing out on a Champions League semi-final and an FA Cup final over the previous two matches, Unai Emery’s team enhanced their chances of the top-five finish in the Premier League that would return them to Europe’s elite competition after Youri Tielemans’ first-half header dented Fulham’s own bid for continental competition.Villa have now equalled their 17-match record unbeaten home run in the Premier League, set during Emery’s first season here two years ago, and are level on points with Nottingham Forest, who visit Crystal Palace on Monday, and Chelsea, at home to Liverpool on Sunday, on 60 points. Continue reading...

Sport

9 h. ago Championship final day: Leeds crowned champions and Luton relegated

Injury-time winner against Plymouth seals top spotLuton down, Bristol City and Coventry in playoffsLeeds were crowned Championship champions in dramatic fashion after Manor Solomon’s injury-time winner against Plymouth at Home Park meant Daniel Farke’s side held off Burnley, who beat Millwall 3-1, on goal difference to seal top spot with a century of points. At the other end of the table, Luton suffered a second successive relegation after a 5-3 loss at West Brom.It is the first time two sides have reached 100 points in the same Championship season. But it looked uncertain early in the day, with Mihailo Ivanovic giving the Lions an early lead at Turf Moor and a Sam Byram own goal doing likewise for Argyle. Continue reading...

Sport

9 h. ago Australian federal election 2025 live: Labor wins election; Anthony Albanese acknowledges traditional owners; Peter Dutton concedes after losing own seat – latest updates

Prime minister acknowledges traditional owners and says Australians had chosen optimism after Coalition leader loses Dickson. Follow today’s news liveAnthony Albanese wins election with Labor securing majority in ‘win for the ages’Who is Ali France, the Labor candidate who has unseated Peter Dutton in Dickson?Election 2025 results LIVE: Australia votes tracker and federal seat countsListen to the latest episode of our new narrative podcast series: GinaGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastUnder a perfect blue sky perhaps more reminiscent of home than the customary grey of London, ex-pats in Britain have been queueing up to vote at Australia House.The wait to cast a ballot has been up to 30 minutes with the line snaking out of the entrance and up and down the pavement. Continue reading...

Politics

9 h. ago 'F*** Debbie, I love Rangers!': 'Boozy' Steven Gerrard professes love for his former side in hilarious X

Steven Gerrard has added further fuel to speculation that he could be set to return to Rangers after professing his love for the club while appearing worse for wear on a night out.

Politics

11 h. ago Dog owners could be 'hurting pets' feelings' by making two key mistakes

Dog owners could be 'hurting their pet's feelings' with a common habit, a social media user has claimed - and it's very easy to do without realising you're even doing it

Politics

12 h. ago EFL crisis club 'saved from oblivion' after agreeing takeover with former owner of rival club

The tumultuous reign of Dai Yongge at Reading looks set to end after a deal was agreed with former Wycombe owner Rob Couhig, two months after Dai was disqualified under the EFL’s owners’ and directors’ test

Events

12 h. ago Video shows cleaner transforming bath used as a toilet for years leaving viewers amazed

The cleaning expert can be seen wearing a hazmat suit and mask as she tackles the dirty bathroom

Culture

12 h. ago Inside breathtaking Scottish country house with its own ballroom for sale

Bennathie is equally beautiful inside and out.

Politics

12 h. ago Reading takeover deal agreed with former Wycombe owner Rob Couhig

The Royals say they expect the club’s sale to be completed shortly.

Economics

12 h. ago Primark's 'chic' £26 sandals 'almost identical' to £158 designer pair

Primark's 'elegant' sandals look similar to a designer version - but there's a huge price difference

Economics