31 m. ago These disabled children died alone in their beds in the same care home. Now police are investigating

Connor, Mia and Raihana, all died in bed at one of Britain’s biggest care homes for disabled children - now police have launched a fresh probe. Health correspondent Rebecca Thomas writes

Events

56 m. ago 'Boil in a bag' funerals where bodies are liquified and flushed down drain set for go

The Co-op is hoping to bring water cremation to UK customers in what it called the ‘biggest change to funerals in over 120 years’

Events

66 m. ago Dancers take to the Royal Mile ahead of Scottish premiere of ballet version of 1970s cult film

The ballet was inspired by the 1979 film of the same name

Politics

86 m. ago SXSW London 'kicked off biggest month for business in London'

SXSW London hit the capital last week and was something of a hit

Politics

95 m. ago Soaring food prices could deter tourists from Brit holiday hotspot

The Balearic Islands have seen a rise in the cost of essential goods like oil and bottled water, with the increasing cost of living now the top concern for residents

Society

1 hour ago ‘Kid rotting’: why parents are letting their children go wild this summer

Forget the organised fun that comes with a high price tag and the threat of debt. US parents are turning their backs on summer camps and activities, in favour of much freer, easier school holidaysName: Summer kid rotting.Age: The name is new, but long school summer holidays started spreading in the 1840s, thanks to the US educational reformer Horace Mann. Continue reading...

Society

1 hour ago Scottish whisky fans share their picks for the 'best single malt Scotch'

Whiskies from Balvenie, Oban, and more were named.

Politics

2 h. ago Survey reveals top 20 home maintenance tasks Brits neglect, risking costly repairs

A study of 2,000 homeowners found that millions of people are avoiding vital home maintenance jobs, such as replacing showerheads and servicing boilers.

Society

2 h. ago Falkirk Council has three times as many complaints as national average

By far the biggest cause for complaint was 'ongoing or incomplete repair times'

Politics

3 h. ago BBC travel expert Simon Reeve says this is the best city in the world blending history and culture

BBC travel presenter Simon Reeve has explored more than 130 countries during his career, and now he has named his favourite city in the world.

Culture

3 h. ago Brits reveal the BIZARRE things they're really thinking about while having sex

When it comes to sex, most people like to think their partner is focused on them. But the truth could be far more awkward, according to a new study.

Politics

3 h. ago The sunny seaside Scottish town that was named 'prettiest' in country

It is home to gorgeous beaches, restaurants that serve up tasty food, and more.

Politics

4 h. ago Austria school shooting: Ten people, including students, killed in 'terrible tragedy' in Graz

The shooting took place just before 10am local time at a high school in Graz - Austria's second-biggest city.

Events

4 h. ago World Cup of Darts 2025: Dates, groups and schedule as England look to defend crown

Darts’ biggest names descend upon Frankfurt with England set to defend title

Politics

4 h. ago Former Most Haunted Live! presenter David Bull named new chairman of Reform UK

His appointment comes after businessman Zia Yusuf resigned from the position last week.

Politics

4 h. ago Spanish seaside town loved by Brits is one of the country's 'most expensive' spots

A seaside resort that is popular with Brits was named as one of the most expensive places to rent in Spain. A beachside flat is almost 10 per cent more expensive in Puerto Pollensa than in 2023

Politics

5 h. ago Diet mistake could trigger deadly Parkinson's, study suggests

The researchers studied 88 Parkinson's participants and found they had a less diverse gut microbiome-the community of 'friendly' bacteria that live in the gut and communicate with the brain.

Events

5 h. ago Universe was not formed in big bang but ‘bounced’ out of black hole – new study

Prof Gaztanaga explained that the theory developed by his team of researchers worked within the principles of quantum mechanics.

Politics

5 h. ago Brit sprinter Daryll Neita can 'feel fan cheers under skin' as she eyes double gold glory

Daryll Neita won 100m European bronze at Munich 2022 before adding 200m silver to her name two years later in Rome but she's not going to stop there

Sport

5 h. ago Outrage as British Airways uses Argentinian name for Falkland Islands capital in 'disgraceful' move

Veterans of the Falklands war have branded the decision 'disgraceful' after BA's screens displayed the name 'Puerto Argentino', despite the islands being in British hands since 1833.

Politics