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Teen rapists spared jail partly because of intellectual limitations, judge's full remarks show

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 16:58
The boys' sentencing last month caused an outcry when they were given youth rehabilitation orders (YROs).

Teenagers guilty of murdering 16-year-old Kayden Moy in beach attack

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 16:19
The teenagers were found guilty of the murder after a row between rival groups on a beach in Ayrshire last year.

Donaldson trial hears pastor say it was 'obvious' who alleged abuser was

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 15:32
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, the former DUP leader, is on trial for 18 sex abuse charges, including one count of rape, all of which he denies.

Teenagers found guilty of murdering 16-year-old Kayden Moy

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 14:32
Two teenagers have been found guilty of the murder on a beach in Ayrshire last year.

Two Romanians guilty of stabbing journalist in UK on behalf of Iran

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 14:31
Pouria Zeraati, who works for the channel Iran International, which is critical of the Iranian government, was stabbed three times in the leg.

Three admit violent disorder after Nowak protest

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 14:20
Connor Bishop, 24, Reece Robinson, 21, and Noah Etherington, 18, will be sentenced on Monday.

King 'profoundly shocked' by navy helicopter deaths

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 14:12
Tributes continue to be paid to three crew members killed in a crash in Devon.

King 'profoundly shocked' by navy helicopter deaths

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 14:12
Tributes continue to be paid to three crew members killed in a crash in Devon.

UK in most dangerous period I've known, military chief says

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 13:51
Russian incursions into UK defences risk crossing a line, Chief of the Defence Staff Sir Richard Knighton tells the BBC.

Former student in court over University of Surrey crossbow attack

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 13:44
A university campus safety officer was seriously injured in the attack in Guildford on Thursday.

Stars pay tribute to 'visionary' Mobo Awards founder Kanya King

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 13:41
Sir Idris Elba, Alesha Dixon and Stormzy remember King after her death from cancer at the age of 57.

A-level maths exam marking to be watched closely by regulator after students say paper was 'unfair'

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 13:13
More than 20,000 people sign a petition calling for a review of a paper they say was significantly more challenging than any past exam.

A-level maths exam marking to be watched closely by regulator after students 'crestfallen'

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 13:13
More than 20,000 people sign a petition calling for a review of a paper they say was significantly more challenging than any past exam.

Paddleboard firm owner who caused four deaths has bid to cut sentence refused

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 12:29
Nerys Lloyd was sentenced to 10 years and six months for gross negligence manslaughter in April 2025.

Andrew was sub-letting Royal Lodge cottages, watchdog reveals

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 12:00
A public spending watchdog examines the property arrangements of royals including Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.

Teen rapists spared jail partly because of intellectual limitations, judge's full remarks show

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 11:56
The boys' sentencing last month caused an outcry when they were given youth rehabilitation orders (YROs).

Education for boys might require 'different approach' to girls - Southgate

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 11:54
The former England manager's new documentary focuses on tackling a crisis facing boys and young men.

Man pleads guilty to murder of Sarah Montgomery

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 11:24
Sarah Montgomery, 27, who was heavily pregnant with her third child, died in her home in June 2025.

Man pleads guilty to murder of Sarah Montgomery

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 11:24
Sarah Montgomery, 27, who was heavily pregnant with her third child, died in her home in June 2025.

Two weeks out from crucial Makerfield by-election, here's how the contest is shaping up

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 11:16
What stood out from the Question Time exchanges between candidates in the Makerfield by-election?