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White-tailed eagles to be released in Exmoor despite farmer warnings

Wed, 05/13/2026 - 06:00
Some farmers fear the reintroduction of the UK's biggest bird of prey will threaten their livestock.

Alex's mum abducted him as a boy. Now he's ready to talk to her again

Wed, 05/13/2026 - 06:00
Alex Batty reveals all about his abduction and life on the run in a new BBC documentary.

Daily pill to help keep weight off after stopping obesity jabs

Wed, 05/13/2026 - 00:06
The tablet - orforglipron - is available in the US and could soon launch in the UK.

Daily pill to help keep weight off after stopping obesity jabs

Wed, 05/13/2026 - 00:06
The tablet - orforglipron - is available in the US and could soon launch in the UK.

'Our homes are two minutes from each other but a peace wall makes it 20 minutes'

Wed, 05/13/2026 - 00:00
Living on opposite sides of a so-called peaceline, they have had to overcome a psychological as well as a physical barrier.

Starmer agrees to meet Swinney in face-to face meeting

Tue, 05/12/2026 - 23:30
Swinney says the meeting will discuss the constitution but Sir Keir says it is just to talk about "shared issues".

Starmer to meet Streeting on Wednesday as leadership crisis divides Labour

Tue, 05/12/2026 - 23:00
The meeting comes as four ministers resigned and more than 80 Labour MPs called for Sir Keir to go.

Plaid Cymru's Rhun ap Iorwerth to unveil ministers for new Welsh government

Tue, 05/12/2026 - 23:00
Ap Iorwerth said it was "the greatest privilege" after he became first minister of Wales on Tuesday.

Plaid Cymru's Rhun ap Iorwerth to unveil ministers for new Welsh government

Tue, 05/12/2026 - 23:00
Ap Iorwerth said it was "the greatest privilege" after he became first minister of Wales on Tuesday.

Plaid Cymru's Rhun ap Iorwerth to unveil ministers for new Welsh government

Tue, 05/12/2026 - 23:00
Ap Iorwerth said it was "the greatest privilege" after he became first minister of Wales on Tuesday.

What is happening with Keir Starmer’s leadership: At a glance

Tue, 05/12/2026 - 22:43
The prime minister is fighting to stay on in No 10 as heavy election losses trigger a Labour revolt.

'Huge moment' for Catherine as she makes first overseas trip since cancer

Tue, 05/12/2026 - 22:04
The Princess of Wales will travel to to the Italian city of Reggio Emilia, to learn about its approach to early years education.

Child abuser faked disability to avoid justice

Tue, 05/12/2026 - 21:55
John Siddell sexually assaulted three boys in Leicestershire between 2018 and 2021.

Child abuser who faked disability to avoid justice is jailed

Tue, 05/12/2026 - 21:55
John Siddell pretended to have a severe illness when police began investigating his crimes against boys.

UK promises jets, drones and warship for Strait of Hormuz defence mission

Tue, 05/12/2026 - 20:31
More than 40 nations are involved in the mission, which the Ministry of Defence says will begin when conditions allow.

UK promises jets, drones and warship for Strait of Hormuz defence mission

Tue, 05/12/2026 - 20:31
More than 40 nations are involved in the mission, which the Ministry of Defence says will begin when conditions allow.

Read all the ministers' resignation letters in full

Tue, 05/12/2026 - 17:59
Ministers including Safeguarding Minister Jess Phillips have resigned over Sir Keir Starmer's leadership.

Stormzy's film company to co-produce Ian Wright biopic

Tue, 05/12/2026 - 17:45
The film will explore the early life of the ex-footballer and former Match of The Day pundit.

TV chef questioned on suspicion of sexual assault

Tue, 05/12/2026 - 16:55
A man has been released on bail as enquiries continue.

The potential challengers to Keir Starmer

Tue, 05/12/2026 - 16:47
Andy Burnham, Angela Rayner and Wes Streeting are all potential candidates for the top job.