11 h. ago Suspect who killed Walgreens worker ‘had grudge against big pharmacies’, police say

Narciso Gallardo Fernandez, 30, was arrested and charged with murder after he was captured on surveillance footage from inside the store waving a gun around

Events

13 h. ago Londoners warned not to have barbecues this weekend because they could cause wildfires

The Met Office has imposed a rare amber warning for fire severity across parts of England, southern Scotland and Northern Ireland as temperatures soar to 22C (72F).

Events

14 h. ago ‘Extreme’ wildfire risk as warnings issued for much of the UK

It comes after England saw its sunniest March on record and its sixth driest March since records began in 1836, according to the Met Office.

Events

15 h. ago Human remains found at recycling plant as police launch investigation into 'extremely complex' discovery

The discovery was made by workers on Sunday, March 30, and police were called to the Biffa Teesside recycling facility which has been closed off since.

Events

16 h. ago Exact date Greater Manchester set to be warmer than Turkey as Met Office forecasts highs of 20C

Get your shades out because its a sunny week ahead

Events

16 h. ago Workers at Biffa recycling plant find human bones as major UK police inquiry begins

The discovery at a Biffa plant in Hartlepool will require a lengthy police investigation, detectives say

Economics

17 h. ago Warning to avoid £500 outdoor penalty as Scotland basks in mini heatwave

The Met Office reports the first week of April will see "clear skies and warm sunshine for many" in Scotland

Events

20 h. ago Wildfires warning issued for London as temperature set to rise to 21C

The London Fire Brigade has urged people to not use disposable barbecues and to properly dispose of cigarettes, matches and litter, to prevent fire hazards

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22 h. ago Met Police to cut 1,700 officers and staff amid shock funding fears

London mayor Sir Sadiq Khan confirms Royal Parks unit will be disbanded - despite fierce opposition from councils and victims

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22 h. ago Met Police to lose 1,700 officers and staff in £260m shortfall

Met Police to lose 1,700 officers and staff in £260m shortfall  BBC

Events

23 h. ago Amber wildfire warning issued for most of England as temperatures hit 22C

The Met Office has issued an amber wildfire warning for large parts of the UK as temperatures are set to soar to over 20C this week, with fire services urging the public to take care

Events

24 h. ago UK weather: Met Office heat maps show at least 45 areas will hit 20C or more this week

Our sunniest March leads into our first mini-heatwave as parts of the UK is set to reach highs of 20C on Thursday and 21C on Friday, with Brits receiving warnings of high UV levels

Society

28 h. ago Met Office issues amber wildfire warning for most of Scotland due to warm weather

An amber wildfire warning has been issued by the Met Office for most of the UK on Tuesday, as dry and warm weather in recent weeks has increased the risk of blazes

Events

29 h. ago Met Office issues UK amber wildfire warning as temperatures to soar over 20C

A large amber wildfire warning has been issued for Wednesday (April 6) by the Met Office for most of England, including London, with fire crews urging people to act responsibly to prevent the risk of wildfires

Events

30 h. ago Met Office issues amber wildfire warning for Britain as temperatures set to soar to 22C this week

The Met Office has issued an amber wildfire warning across most of the UK as temperatures are set to soar up to 22C this week.

Events

36 h. ago Met Office reveals exact day temperatures will peak in Wales as Derek Brockway says 'more to come'

Temperature could reach as high as 20°C for parts of Wales in the coming days, according to the Met Office

Politics

36 h. ago Wildfires: Firefighters urge caution as Met Office issues warning

Wildfires: Firefighters urge caution as Met Office issues warning  BBC

Events

38 h. ago Moment two prolific shoplifters are caught in the act by Met Police officers

Donavan Soloman and Lee Moise targeted a Co-op store on Homerton High Street, Hackney

Events

38 h. ago Man, 37, jailed for ‘vicious and persistent’ attack on police officer

Richard Nodwell, 37, of Oakfield, Cwmbran, was jailed for six years and four months after assaulting a police officer, fracturing his eye socket.

Events

40 h. ago Met Office weather maps show exactly where temperatures will reach 21C this week

The Met Office has warned Brits to protect their skin if they plan to spend time outside this week as the weather gets warmer

Society