Two residents die after car crashes into care home

BBC - Fri, 07/11/2025 - 14:01
Two men, aged 21, are arrested on suspicion of manslaughter, police say.

Unite union votes to suspend Rayner's membership over Birmingham bin strikes

BBC - Fri, 07/11/2025 - 13:53
The union says it is re-examining its relationship with Labour over the long-running dispute.

Don't light bonfire over asbestos concerns - Muir

BBC - Fri, 07/11/2025 - 13:37
A bonfire in south Belfast has prompted fears over asbestos and power supplies to two major hospitals.

Teenager buried in sand 'lucky' to be alive

BBC - Fri, 07/11/2025 - 13:15
The coastguard says the teenager was at risk of suffocating or being crushed by the sand.

Renowned Welsh singer Iris Williams dies

BBC - Fri, 07/11/2025 - 12:34
Tributes are paid to singer who travelled the world and performed to royalty and US presidents.

Health alerts and hosepipe bans as heatwave grips UK

BBC - Fri, 07/11/2025 - 12:18
The UK is experiencing its third heatwave of the summer so far, with temperatures set to pass 30c for many.

Reeves disappointed after economy unexpectedly shrinks

BBC - Fri, 07/11/2025 - 11:57
The economy contracted in May for the second month in a row, adding to pressure on the chancellor.

The Salt Path author's next book delayed after 'distress' of newspaper investigation

BBC - Fri, 07/11/2025 - 11:52
Penguin said it had taken the decision together with Winn following claims made in a newspaper investigation.

UK's first hosepipe ban 'to last until winter'

BBC - Fri, 07/11/2025 - 11:49
Yorkshire Water boss Nicola Shaw says the ban will last until the reservoirs have been "recharged".

Eighth person in court over woman's fatal shooting

BBC - Fri, 07/11/2025 - 11:35
Joanne Penney was found seriously injured at Green Park in Talbot Green and died at the scene

Airlines angry at planned rise in Heathrow charges

BBC - Fri, 07/11/2025 - 10:54
Heathrow Airport unveils a £10bn investment plan, aiming to handle 10m extra passengers per year by 2031.

Chris Brown pleads not guilty to more assault charges

BBC - Fri, 07/11/2025 - 10:42
The US singer attends a hearing in London over two charges relating to an alleged nightclub attack.

Officers who confronted Southport killer honoured

BBC - Fri, 07/11/2025 - 10:18
Three police officers who faced down Axel Rudakubana are commended for their bravery.

Watch: Child migrants' fears trying to cross the Channel

BBC - Fri, 07/11/2025 - 09:57
Nearly 20,000 people arrived in the UK in the first half of 2025 by crossing the Channel in small boats

Irvine Welsh on Trainspotting, its sequel and modern-day malaise

BBC - Fri, 07/11/2025 - 09:52
The Scottish author speaks to the BBC ahead of the launch of his new book, Men in Love.

Plans for cash Isa changes on hold after backlash

BBC - Fri, 07/11/2025 - 09:28
There had been reports in recent weeks that the chancellor was going to cut the £20,000 limit.

'We have a hosepipe ban but water leaking down our streets'

BBC - Fri, 07/11/2025 - 09:07
Yorkshire Water customers say they understand a ban but question the firm's efforts to fix leaks.

UK-France migrant deal 'robust' against legal challenges, Cooper says

BBC - Fri, 07/11/2025 - 09:06
The home secretary says the government will resist any attempts to block the deal agreed with France this week.

UK-France migrant deal 'robust' against legal challenges, Cooper says

BBC - Fri, 07/11/2025 - 09:06
The home secretary says the government will resist any attempts to block the deal agreed with France this week.

'This is history right here': Oasis fans queue for Manchester gig

BBC - Fri, 07/11/2025 - 08:07
The Gallagher brothers are set to play five sold-out shows at Heaton Park on 11, 12, 16, 19 and 20 July