Pubs to stay open late for VE Day 80th anniversary

BBC - Fri, 04/18/2025 - 22:31
The government has given the go-ahead for pubs and bars to stay open for two hours longer than usual.

British man, 27, killed by avalanche in French Alps

BBC - Fri, 04/18/2025 - 20:54
The man was near the roadside at the Val Thorens resort when he was swept 15 metres (50ft) in an avalanche, officials say.

Millions get away for Easter bank holiday weekend

BBC - Fri, 04/18/2025 - 17:43
There are warnings of disruption on the roads and railways, while weather could also cause delays.

Millions get away for Easter bank holiday weekend

BBC - Fri, 04/18/2025 - 17:43
There are warnings of disruption on the roads and railways, while weather could also cause delays.

Senior police officer sacked for sexual misconduct

BBC - Fri, 04/18/2025 - 17:40
Tom Simons engaged in sexual behaviour without consent, a misconduct hearing finds.

Eyesight rules for motorists unsafe, says coroner

BBC - Fri, 04/18/2025 - 16:25
Visual legal standards for motorists is "ineffective and unsafe", a coroner says.

Migrant dies in Channel crossing attempt

BBC - Fri, 04/18/2025 - 15:25
Police say they are trying to establish the identity of a man who died crossing the English Channel.

Migrant dies in Channel crossing attempt

BBC - Fri, 04/18/2025 - 15:25
Police say they are trying to establish the identity of a man who died crossing the English Channel.

Migrant dies in Channel crossing attempt

BBC - Fri, 04/18/2025 - 15:25
Police say they are trying to establish the identity of a man who died crossing the English Channel.

Three charged with firearms offences after Edinburgh raid

BBC - Fri, 04/18/2025 - 15:18
The two men and a teenage girl are set to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Saturday.

Toblerone dark chocolate bar discontinued in the UK

BBC - Fri, 04/18/2025 - 14:25
Mondelēz International, which owns the brand, says it took the "difficult decision" to axe the 360g bar.

Toblerone dark chocolate bar discontinued in the UK

BBC - Fri, 04/18/2025 - 14:25
Mondelēz International, which owns the brand, says it took the "difficult decision" to axe the 360g bar.

Bottlenose dolphins spotted killing dolphin juvenile

BBC - Fri, 04/18/2025 - 12:43
Rare attack seen by dolphin spotting tour could become more common as the seas warm, an expert says.

Council bought unsafe homes for Grenfell survivors

BBC - Fri, 04/18/2025 - 10:59
More than 290 properties were bought by Kensington and Chelsea after the 2017 Grenfell fire.

No-fly zone over Sandringham after drone sightings

BBC - Fri, 04/18/2025 - 10:39
It follows requests by security services after the visit of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

No-fly zone over Sandringham after drone sightings

BBC - Fri, 04/18/2025 - 10:39
It follows requests by security services after the visit of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

Trump suggests UK state visit set for September

BBC - Fri, 04/18/2025 - 10:07
Earlier this year, King Charles III invited Donald Trump for an unprecedented second state visit.

British couple killed in cable car crash, Italian police say

BBC - Fri, 04/18/2025 - 09:36
Four people died in the incident at Mount Faito, while another was "extremely seriously injured".

Benn questions 'fuss' over Irish language signs

BBC - Fri, 04/18/2025 - 09:10
The Northern Ireland Secretary said the signs were about "respecting and celebrating" all of the traditions.

Why are ancient trees important and what protection do they have?

BBC - Fri, 04/18/2025 - 08:15
The felling of an ancient oak in north London has led to an outpouring of anger.