Lee Child: Thrillers Should Be Taught in UK Schools
Bestselling author Lee Child argues UK schools' focus on 'masterpieces' puts children off reading. He promotes prison literacy scheme to cut reoffending. Read his compelling case.
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MAFS UK's Rebecca Fenney dating Liverpool footballer
Married At First Sight UK star Rebecca Fenney has gone Instagram official with Liverpool footballer Lily Woodham, weeks after her split from TV husband Bailey Smith. Discover her journey to a new love.
Career Diplomat Christian Turner Named New UK Ambassador to US
Sir Keir Starmer appoints veteran diplomat Christian Turner as Britain's new ambassador to Washington, replacing Lord Mandelson. Discover the challenges he faces.
Stansted expansion green-lit, set to be UK's 2nd busiest airport
Stansted Airport's expansion plans are approved, paving the way for 51 million annual passengers and 4,500 new jobs. Discover how this will reshape UK air travel.
UK's Worst-Case Climate Scenarios Revealed
Scientists warn the UK must prepare for 'plausible' extreme climate impacts, including a 4C temperature rise and 2-metre sea level rise. Discover the risks and the urgent need for resilience planning.
UK's Top 20 Engineering Feats Ranked in New Poll
From the London Underground to the World Wide Web, discover the UK's most impressive engineering feats in a new ranking. 94% of Brits take pride in this heritage. Explore the full list and insights.
Unseasonal birdsong sparks climate debate in UK
Mild UK winters trigger unusual December birdsong from skylarks and thrushes. Is it a charming natural event or a stark climate crisis warning? Read the analysis.
Podcast: Reviewing 2025's biggest political moments
John Harris, Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey analyse the defining political events of 2025 and look ahead to 2026. Listen to the Politics Weekly UK podcast now.
Kylie Leads Wham! In Christmas Chart Battle
Kylie Minogue is ahead in the race for Christmas number one, with Wham!'s 'Last Christmas' trailing. A charity single for Gaza is also climbing the charts. Who will win?
UK's £120m Ineos rescue raises industrial strategy doubts
The UK government's £120m bailout saves the vital Grangemouth ethylene plant, but experts question the lack of a coherent strategy for the nation's shrinking heavy industry. Read the analysis.
Defence spending plans in chaos as key strategy delayed
The UK's Defence Investment Plan is delayed until 2026 amid a £2.6bn budget shortfall and the troubled Ajax programme. Read the full analysis of the military spending crisis.
Paratrooper killed in Ukraine told family to 'be proud'
Lance Corporal George Hooley, 28, was killed in a tragic accident in Ukraine. In a poignant final letter, he asked his loved ones to remember him with pride for serving a cause he believed in.
Police to arrest 'globalise the intifada' chant protesters
UK police forces announce arrests for 'globalise the intifada' chants, welcomed by Chief Rabbi as a crackdown on hate speech. Critics call it repression of protest rights.
Britain Rejoins Erasmus+ Student Exchange Programme
Britain's return to the Erasmus+ scheme offers a flicker of hope for internationalism amid a rising nativist tide across Europe. Discover the programme's significance.
World's Longest Underwater Tunnel Being Built in Norway
Norway is constructing the world's longest and deepest underwater road tunnel, the Rogfast, set to slash travel times and open in 2033. Discover the engineering marvel.
Christmas 2025 Travel Chaos: Key Dates & Disruption
Plan your festive getaway with our guide to the busiest days for UK rail, road, air and ferry travel this Christmas. Avoid the worst of the record-breaking congestion.
World's tallest bridge cuts 2-hour trip to 2 minutes
China's Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge, the world's highest at 625m, has opened. It reduces a two-hour journey to two minutes and features glass walkways and bungee jumping. Discover this engineering marvel.
Area 51 Scientist's Deathbed Alien Confession
Boyd Bushman, a senior Lockheed Martin scientist, claimed on his deathbed to have worked with extraterrestrials at Area 51. Discover his staggering revelations and evidence.
Roman volcanic materials built 2000-year temple
A new study uncovers how Roman engineers used volcanic materials to construct the Temple of Venus, making it withstand geological forces for nearly two millennia. Discover the secrets of ancient innovation.
NYC Luxury Tower's Price Crash & Structural Woes
Manhattan's 432 Park Avenue faces a crisis as luxury apartments sell at huge losses and engineers warn of dangerous structural flaws. Discover the inside story.
Abby Dow retires from rugby to focus on engineering
World Cup winner Abby Dow shocks rugby world by retiring at 28 to pursue mechanical engineering career. Read about her remarkable 59-cap England journey.
US Education Department dismantled amid staff outrage
Trump administration transfers key education programmes to other agencies as staff describe complete loss of morale and chaotic working conditions. Read the full investigation.
Cruise Ship's 75-Performer Entertainment Spectacular
Exclusive look at the Celebrity Xcel's entertainment for 3,000 daily guests. Features 5 original shows, a revolving stage & 150+ costumes. Discover the maritime marvel.
Easter travel disruption causes chaos at St Pancras
Easter travel chaos at London's St Pancras as thousands face hours of delays and crowded queues. Read the full story of the holiday weekend disruption.
Christmas rail shutdown: 32 days of works hit travellers
UK faces unprecedented Christmas rail chaos as 32 days of engineering works disrupt main lines. 15 million passengers affected with journey times trebling. Plan ahead now.
Festive train dates to avoid revealed
New analysis reveals the busiest UK train days this Christmas. Discover which festive dates to avoid for a smoother journey and plan your travel now.
New Chinese bridge collapses into river after landslide
Shocking footage captures the moment a newly-built bridge in China dramatically collapsed into a river following landslides. No casualties were reported in the Sichuan province incident.
Arts education gets major boost in England's schools
England's education system is set for a creative transformation as arts leaders welcome new government measures to elevate arts and creative subjects in schools, addressing years of decline.
Francis Review: Rethinking Education for Uncertain Times
The landmark Francis curriculum review challenges traditional teaching methods and calls for an education system that prepares students for complexity, critical thinking, and rapid technological change in post-Brexit Britain.
Schools in Critical Funding Crisis, Warns Education Secretary
Bridget Phillipson reveals alarming state of school finances as Labour government inherits 'broken' education system, with urgent reforms planned to address crumbling infrastructure and teacher shortages.
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