17 h. ago Brits heading to Spain issued warning after devastating wildfires leave one dead

Much of Europe is in the midst an extreme heat-wave with 44C temperatures triggering devastating wildfires to sweep across parts of Spain as officials warn "everyone is at risk"

Events

34 h. ago Lucy Letby: Who to Believe? review – just when you thought this case couldn’t get any more confusing

Panorama’s new investigation into the convicted nurse is muddled and stuffed with conflicting theories. It feels more like radio phone-in bickering than serious journalismIn May 2024, the New Yorker published an article with the headline “A British nurse was found guilty of killing seven babies. Did she do it?” Access to the online version of Rachel Aviv’s piece was banned in the UK due to reporting restrictions, with Letby’s retrial on an additional count of attempted murder then imminent. Rules aside, asking whether Letby was in fact innocent also felt taboo at the time, a pursuit for social media conspiracy theorists. Fast forward 15 months, and “did she do it?” is merely par for the course when it comes to the case, with even experts cited by the prosecution apparently unconvinced of Letby’s guilt.This new Panorama comes hot on the heels of an ITV documentary that aired earlier this month, Lucy Letby: Beyond Reasonable Doubt?. That programme focused on holes in the evidence that...

Politics

39 h. ago Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul heavyweight fight faces major UK blow

The pair have verbally agreed to go head-to-head in the ring, but it's unlikely that the British Boxing Board of Control would sanction the bout as a professional contest

Sport

43 h. ago Advice issued to anyone packing disposable camera in suitcase for holiday

Disposable cameras can be a great way to snap memories while on holiday, but a travel expert has issued a major warning over taking them through airport security

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50 h. ago Travel expert issues airport advice to anyone taking disposable camera on holiday

Disposable cameras can be a great way to snap memories while on holiday, but a travel expert has issued a major warning over taking them through airport security

Transport

67 h. ago Migrants discovered suffering hypothermia after locking themselves inside freezing refrigerated lorry headed for Britain while driver slept

Thirteen freezing UK-bound migrants have been rescued in northern France after locking themselves inside a refrigerated lorry heading for London.

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69 h. ago What to pack for a British staycation– lightweight rain jackets and layering pieces from £40

If you're heading off on a British staycation, we've rounded up everything you need from lightweight rain coats to cosy sweatshirts and layering pieces that'll have you ready for any weather

Economics

3 d. ago Travel expert issues urgent Turkey warning to Brits heading abroad

As medical tourism in Turkey has become more popular among Brits for its accessibility and cheaper prices, an expert has warned against the risks of seeking medical and cosmetic procedures abroad

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4 d. ago Verdict on whether Scotland will feel heatwave set to grip UK in 33C scorcher

A four-day heatwave is heading for Britain, but will Scotland feel the heat?

Politics

5 d. ago 'National Living Wage should be enough to live with, not just survive'

As the news of a National Living Wage rise makes headlines, young Brits are sharing their thoughts on the update, with many still left feeling hopeless about the future of their finances

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5 d. ago UK ministers push ahead with discount on bills for households near new pylons

Plans have provoked outrage from communities in areas of Great Britain expected to host new infrastructureThe government is pushing head with a plan to offer those who live near new electricity pylons a discount of £2,500 from their energy bills over the next 10 years to ease the backlash against its clean power plans.Thousands of households within half a kilometre of new or upgraded electricity infrastructure could each receive up to £250 off their annual energy bill from next year to help speed up the rollout of infrastructure critical to the government’s targets. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Now Grenada drops oath of allegiance to King Charles as Commonwealth countries continue push to remove British monarchy as head of state

State officials on the Caribbean island of Grenada, commonly known as the 'Spice Isle', will no longer take the oath to King Charles III or his successors and instead make it to Grenada itself.

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6 d. ago How Europe slammed its borders shut: As ten nations including Germany and France introduce police checks to tackle mass migration 'jihadi threats', how terrorists head to Britain

It was as long ago as 1957 that freedom of movement was first enshrined as a fundamental right of EU citizens. In the intervening 68 years, that right has only become even more ingrained.

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6 d. ago How Europe slammed its borders shut: As ten nations including Germany and France introduce police checks to tackle mass migration 'jihadi threats', how they're heading to Britain

It was as long ago as 1957 that freedom of movement was first enshrined as a fundamental right of EU citizens. In the intervening 68 years, that right has only become even more ingrained.

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6 d. ago Travel expert issues warning to Brits heading to Turkey for 'cosmetic vacations'

Hordes of Brits dash over to Turkey each year - though not all visit the popular holiday destination for the same reason.

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6 d. ago UK travellers warned not to buy these items in duty free or face £5,000 fines

Many Brits will be heading off to Europe this summer. But those who are, have been warned against trying to take five specific items through customs - or risk facing penalties of up for £5,000.

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7 d. ago Brits warned of swimwear rules that could land them £434 fines in holiday hotspots

Brits heading on summer holidays to the likes of Italy and Spain are being warned of strict dress code rules especially when it comes to wearing swimwear in public

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7 d. ago Turkey holiday warning as 'sudden' rule change leaves Brits 'caught off guard'

The UK Foreign Office issued a travel warning to Brits heading to Turkey this summer after a 'sudden' rule change was implemented which affects all travellers using eSIMs in the country

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8 d. ago Lord Dannatt urged ministers to crack down on Palestine Action at request of US firm

Police officer was concerned ex-army chief, a Teledyne adviser, sought to have ‘input’ into factory attack investigationA member of the House of Lords urged ministers to crack down on Palestine Action at the request of a US defence company that employs him as an adviser.Richard Dannatt, a former head of the British army, wrote privately to two separate Home Office ministers asking them to address the “threat” posed by the group after its activists targeted a factory in 2022. Continue reading...

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8 d. ago Warning for tourists after Brit faces £175,000 fine for breaking rules in holiday hotspot

British tourists heading to a popular holiday spot in Europe this summer have been issued a warning after a visitor was caught using an 'unauthorised' device - and now faces a fine of up to £175,000.

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