Ministers told not to publish their own Mandelson messages

BBC - 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

BBC - 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'

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

Man jailed for VIP sex ring lies released early

BBC - 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

BBC - 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

BBC - 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

BBC - 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

BBC - 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

BBC - 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

BBC - 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

BBC - 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

BBC - 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

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

'Blocked' weather pattern to blame for UK's endless downpours

BBC - Tue, 02/10/2026 - 09:00
With more rain in the forecast, BBC Weather presenter Simon King looks at what's been causing the very wet year so far.

British Museum to keep pendant linked to Henry VIII

BBC - Tue, 02/10/2026 - 08:29
The museum says it has reached a fundraising goal so it can permanently display the artefact.

British Museum to keep pendant linked to Henry VIII

BBC - Tue, 02/10/2026 - 08:29
The museum says it has reached a fundraising goal so it can permanently display the artefact.

The Papers: 'Streeting accused of coup' and 'King: We'll help police'

BBC - Tue, 02/10/2026 - 07:21
Both the health secretary and the King make headlines in Tuesday's papers.

Police defend taking 26 years to find teen's killer

BBC - Tue, 02/10/2026 - 06:49
Officers say advances in DNA tests helped link serial killer Steve Wright to Victoria Hall's murder.

Sepsis mistakes killed our daughter - we fear it could happen again

BBC - Tue, 02/10/2026 - 06:26
Grieving parents call for better sepsis training to be introduced urgently so no family goes through what they did.

Sepsis mistakes killed our daughter - we fear it could happen again

BBC - Tue, 02/10/2026 - 06:26
Grieving parents call for better sepsis training to be introduced urgently so no family goes through what they did.