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NI to join trial to assess use of puberty blockers

Tue, 02/10/2026 - 17:56
The trial will assess the risks and benefits of the drugs in children who question their gender.

Afghan asylum seeker guilty of raping girl, 12

Tue, 02/10/2026 - 17:40
The 12-year-old suffered "extremely horrific sexual offences" in the Nuneaton attack, police say.

Dad shot daughter after 'arguing about Donald Trump'

Tue, 02/10/2026 - 17:23
Lucy Harrison, 23, was alone in a bedroom at her father's home in Texas when she was shot dead.

Man convicted of killing baby boy after 'violent shaking'

Tue, 02/10/2026 - 17:01
Jensen-Lee Dougal was described as a “happy baby” but died after suffering “catastrophic brain injuries”.

Man convicted of killing baby boy after 'violent shaking'

Tue, 02/10/2026 - 17:01
Jensen-Lee Dougal was described as a “happy baby” but died after suffering “catastrophic brain injuries”.

I will never walk away, says PM after facing pressure to quit

Tue, 02/10/2026 - 16:46
The prime minister sought to strike a defiant tone after a day of political jeopardy.

I will never walk away, says PM after facing pressure to quit

Tue, 02/10/2026 - 16:46
The prime minister sought to strike a defiant tone after a day of political jeopardy.

Ministers told not to publish their own Mandelson messages

Tue, 02/10/2026 - 15:58
The warning comes after Wes Streeting published his WhatsApp exchanges with the former US ambassador.

Twelve arrested in missing man murder inquiry

Tue, 02/10/2026 - 15:30
Leicestershire Police says the man, who is in his 60s, has not been seen since 2024.

Student society bans Reform UK for 'racism, transphobia and homophobia'

Tue, 02/10/2026 - 15:09
Bangor University distances itself from Reform UK debate row.

Man jailed for VIP sex ring lies released early

Tue, 02/10/2026 - 14:50
Carl Beech, who lied about being abused, is released after serving less than half of his sentence.

Ex-Met inspector due in court over rape charges

Tue, 02/10/2026 - 14:08
John Doyle is due to appear in court charged with multiple sexual offences relating to one person.

Six key questions about Keir Starmer's future

Tue, 02/10/2026 - 13:40
There is no doubting the peril the prime minister was in, but while Labour MPs have decided to stick with him, his future is far from certain.

Man rigged house with traps to protect drug den

Tue, 02/10/2026 - 13:25
Ian Claughton, 60, fortified his home with tripwires, home-made pipe bombs and a flamethrower.

Man rigged house with traps to protect drug den

Tue, 02/10/2026 - 13:25
Ian Claughton, 60, fortified his home with tripwires, home-made pipe bombs and a flamethrower.

Apple and Google agree to change app stores after 'effective duopoly' claim

Tue, 02/10/2026 - 12:44
The UK's markets regulator says the proposed commitments "will boost the UK's app economy".

'Skilled butcher' murdered, cut up and buried partner

Tue, 02/10/2026 - 12:41
Anna Podedworna is convicted of the murder of Izabela Zablocka, whose remains were found last year.

William meets female footballers on Saudi Arabia visit

Tue, 02/10/2026 - 12:32
The Prince of Wales hears about female participation in sport in the Gulf state during his trip.

Brutalist Southbank Centre granted listed status

Tue, 02/10/2026 - 11:18
The complex was voted "Britain's ugliest building" when it first opened in October 1967.

More solar farms on the way after record renewables auction

Tue, 02/10/2026 - 10:19
The results have been welcomed by climate and clean energy groups but could face opposition from local communities.