A US federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from freezing billions in childcare and family support funds for five Democratic-led states. Read the full story on the legal battle.
A £40.5m NHS scheme to bring Pakistani doctors to the UK is axed after a damning audit reveals potential exploitation and mismanagement from a company based in a suburban Birmingham home.
A woman escaped injury after her car descended steps at Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, stopping just feet from the sea. Emergency services attended the scene.
The Trump administration has frozen $10bn in social funds for five US states, threatening childcare for hundreds of thousands. Experts warn of a looming disaster for low-income families.
New research reveals Brits overspend £1,200 yearly on subscriptions. Learn how cancelling duplicates could save you £400 in 2026. Review your finances now!
Residents forced into the cold after a 'huge bang' and power loss in Birkenhead. A 30m cordon is in place as emergency services and Scottish Power respond.
A child has died and another is in hospital following a severe house fire in Hamstreet, Kent. Emergency services are investigating the cause of the blaze.
Emergency services raced to Lough Erne Resort after a powered paraglider collided with the hotel. Access is restricted as crews work to rescue the individual from the roof.
A major fire broke out at a Glasgow hotel, forcing 120 people to evacuate. Emergency services are on the scene. Read the latest updates and safety information.
A large-scale fire has erupted at Ocean Beach Pleasure Park in South Shields, prompting a major emergency response. Residents urged to avoid the area and keep windows closed.
Leading Charles Dickens scholar Michael Slater, whose definitive biography and work on neglected texts reshaped understanding of the author, has died at 88. Explore his legacy.
A significant fire involving multiple heavy goods vehicles sent thick black smoke over Methil Harbour in Fife. Emergency services attended, with no injuries reported. Read the full story.
A major fire has erupted at Calder Court in Coatbridge, leading to a full evacuation. Emergency services with 11 fire engines are on the scene. Follow live updates.
The Fry Awards 2025 unveil Britain's best fish and chip takeaways and restaurants. Discover if your local chippy made the prestigious list. See the winners now!
The head of Britain's equalities watchdog suggests rebranding single-sex toilets as unisex. Read the latest on the guidance and Supreme Court ruling.
The Trump administration removed Adm. Rachel Levine's name from her official HHS portrait, replacing it with her previous name in an act described as 'bigotry'. Read the full report.
An internal probe finds the death of 19-year-old officer Jessica Ebbighausen was 'preventable'. The suspect now faces aggravated murder charges. Read the full investigation details.
Two window cleaners were left dangling from a 22-storey building for an hour after their basket broke. Read how emergency services performed the dramatic rescue.
Media and staff evacuated from The Gabba after a fire alarm triggered on Wednesday. The incident, caused by a kitchen smoke detector, interrupted preparations for the crucial second Ashes Test. Read the latest updates.
Labour MP Jess Asato appointed as Violence Against Women and Girls adviser to the Department of Health. She will lead an NHS overhaul to improve victim support and early identification.
Exploring the mixed public response to Rachel Reeves's first budget. Is the criticism justified or is there more to the story? Read the letters and decide.
Scottish Government staff threaten strikes over a modest two-day office return policy. Union bosses call the request 'offensive' and part of a 'Right-wing culture war'. Read more.
A major emergency service response was launched after a man in his 70s was found deceased on the Cornwall coast path near Mousehole. Police confirm his next of kin have been informed.
Emergency services have evacuated multiple properties in Pagham, West Sussex, after a car crashed into a gas substation. A 100m exclusion zone is in place. Avoid the area.
Residents evacuated after a car crashed into a gas substation on Pagham Road. A 100-metre safety cordon is in place. Avoid the area.
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson insists she's taking time to 'get right' new transgender guidance amid claims of deliberate delay. The EHRC code could allow single-sex service exclusions.
Exeter services crowned the UK's best pit stop, boasting 56 EV chargers and 13 food outlets. Discover the top 10 service stations for your festive travels.
Trainee health worker Ieuan Crump, 27, faces a long prison sentence after being convicted of sexually assaulting two female patients during bladder scans at Grange Hospital in Cwmbran.
A BASE jumper was dramatically rescued after being pinned to a Utah cliff face by a parachute. Watch the perilous helicopter hoist operation that saved their life.
Dramatic overnight rescue in Manchester as firefighters save a man from the River Medlock. Emergency services praised for swift response. Read the full story.