Ascot's King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Stakes, now worth £2 million, is poised to host a blockbuster 2026 rematch between Japan's Masquerade Ball and Europe's champion Calandagan. Discover the plans for this summer racing highlight.
A 66-year-old man is charged with murder after a 68-year-old died following a disturbance near a St Asaph retirement home on Christmas Day. Police appeal for witnesses.
For centuries, the relics of St Nicholas, the real Santa Claus, have produced a mysterious healing liquid. Discover the history, science, and enduring faith behind the 'manna'.
Families in Nigeria experience tearful Christmas reunion as 130 kidnapped schoolchildren are freed after a month in captivity. Read the full story of their emotional return.
Impose Toi secures a first Grade 1 victory in the Howden Long Walk Hurdle at Ascot, strengthening his Stayers' Hurdle claims. Read the full race report and trainer reaction.
Sam Thomas's Steel Ally romped to victory in the Grade Two Noel Novice Chase at Ascot, setting the stage for a dual assault on the Welsh Grand National at Chepstow. Read the full analysis and Saturday's racing tips.
Body language expert reveals how Princess Anne's 'military' exterior melts around daughter Zara Tindall in a rare, comical Royal Ascot moment. See the 'tungsten royal' become 'just like any other mum'.
Get Newsboy's expert horse racing selections for Friday's UK meetings. His Nap, Machete, is tipped for victory at Newcastle, with No Questions Asked the Next Best at Ascot. Full tips inside.
A student at St Wilfrid's RC College in South Shields has tragically died following a medical incident. The school is heartbroken and counselling is being offered.
Police and air ambulance rushed to St Wilfrid's RC College in South Shields following a major medical emergency. Get the latest live updates on this breaking story.
Aldi is bringing back its budget-friendly school uniform bundle for just £3.50 from January 4th. The offer includes polo shirts and trousers, backed by a 12-month guarantee. Shop now before stocks run out!
Hunter Hall, a picturesque prep school in Cumbria, will close before Christmas unless it raises £180,000 in emergency funding, blaming Labour's VAT on school fees for a pupil exodus.
A massive fireball erupted at a Sydney waste facility, sending flames 150m high and injuring two firefighters. The cause of the dramatic blaze is under investigation.
Massive factory fire in Sydney's west sends debris raining down as 200 firefighters battle inferno expected to burn through Sunday. Authorities establish 200m exclusion zone.
Jockey Bryony Frost reveals why French racing is 'perfect' after moving abroad, achieving 24 wins and nearly €1m in prize money while adapting to life in Paris.
Get expert horse racing tips for Haydock Park, Ascot and Punchestown this weekend. Our betting guide covers all the best bets and odds for November's key meetings.
Get expert horse racing tips for Friday's action at Ascot and Catterick. Our four selections aim to deliver winners on a chilly November weekend. Gamble responsibly.
A mother shares her honest Lapland UK review, describing a 'magical' festive experience in Ascot that was unfortunately marred by long queues and disorganisation for the Father Christmas visit.
From breathtaking elegance to questionable choices, discover the definitive style verdict from Oaks Day 2024. Our fashion experts break down the winners and sinners of the racing world's most glamorous event.
A secondary school in Bicester was placed on immediate lockdown when a student showed staff a deeply concerning image on their mobile phone, prompting a massive emergency service deployment.
Legendary jockey Frankie Dettori prepares for his emotional farewell tour as he approaches the end of his spectacular 35-year racing career. Discover the story behind the man who transformed horse racing.
French jockey Kevin Nabet walks away from terrifying Ascot incident after Loustic Du Chatelet suffers fatal injury in dramatic hurdle race collapse.
Redwood delivers a stunning performance to claim the prestigious Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes at Royal Ascot, marking a triumphant moment for trainer Andrew Balding and jockey Oisin Murphy.
Legendary jockey Frankie Dettori takes his final bow in British racing. Explore his incredible career and discover what the future holds for the sport's most charismatic star.
Champion jockey Clifford Lee reveals shocking details of his near-fatal motorbike accident and inspiring journey back to fitness ahead of Royal Ascot return.
Irish-trained outsider Rashabar delivers breathtaking upset in $1 million Juvenile Turf Sprint, handing jockey Oisin Murphy his first Breeders' Cup triumph in dramatic fashion.
The hallowed turf of Ascot witnessed another spectacular upset as outsiders dominated the card, signalling a dramatic shift in horse racing's competitive landscape where surprises are becoming the new normal.
Malek Fahd Islamic School in Sydney's Greenacre was thrust into chaos as students and staff were evacuated following a chilling bomb threat, now confirmed as a malicious hoax by NSW Police.
In one of the biggest shocks in QIPCO British Champions Day history, 200-1 outsider Glory produces a fairytale victory at Ascot, upending the established order and leaving racing pundits speechless.
Exclusive investigation reveals how the Queen Consort's name surfaced in unsealed court documents during Royal Ascot week, connecting to the Jeffrey Epstein scandal that continues to rock high society.