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Chris Mason: Faced with an almighty mess PM opts for big shake-up

Fri, 09/05/2025 - 16:15
The prime minister knows he needs to be seen to be delivering and quickly - and he has to hope this new team can do it.

Woman's online shopping at work not sackable offence, judge rules

Fri, 09/05/2025 - 15:41
A woman has been awarded more than £14,000 after a tribunal ruled she had been unfairly dismissed.

Hamas releases video of two Israeli hostages held in Gaza

Fri, 09/05/2025 - 15:20
The video claims to show the two men in Gaza City, where Israel has begun a planned military takeover.

Putin rejects Western security in Ukraine, warning troops would be target

Fri, 09/05/2025 - 15:02
The Russian leader's refusal comes after 26 countries pledged to deploy troops to Ukraine in the event of a ceasefire.

Norris says Monza field 'bit close for my liking'

Fri, 09/05/2025 - 14:57
Lando Norris tops Friday practice at the Italian Grand Prix, ahead of Ferrari's Charles Leclerc.

Who's in Keir Starmer's new cabinet?

Fri, 09/05/2025 - 14:56
An in-depth look at which Labour MPs are currently serving in Prime Minister Keir Starmer's cabinet.

Caitlyn 'The Kid' and former Red Rose aim to undo England

Fri, 09/05/2025 - 14:13
England will run up against an old friend and a young prodigy as they take on Australia in their final Rugby World Cup pool game.

'I missed Lisbon funicular commute that killed my friend'

Fri, 09/05/2025 - 14:10
By the time Sonia Silva arrived at the stop, the funicular had crashed and her friend Sandra was dead.

Google fined €2.95bn by EU for abusing advertising dominance

Fri, 09/05/2025 - 13:56
The Commission said competitors faced higher costs and reduced revenues as a result.

Angela Rayner resigns after underpaying tax on Hove flat

Fri, 09/05/2025 - 13:46
Her departure comes after the PM's ethics adviser concludes that she breached ministerial rules.

Linehan tells court trans activists made his life 'hell'

Fri, 09/05/2025 - 13:40
The Father Ted creator gives evidence after going on trial for alleged harassment and criminal damage.

Do Reform's economic plans add up?

Fri, 09/05/2025 - 13:39
The party has pledged to boost spending, but some have questioned how the party intends to pay for its plans.

We must be ready for early election, Nigel Farage tells party

Fri, 09/05/2025 - 12:54
NIgel Farage announces he is setting up a department to prepare for government at the Reform conference.

London's Burning star John Alford guilty of sexually assaulting girls

Fri, 09/05/2025 - 12:40
The jury returns its verdict on the London's Burning actor.

Labour's working-class warrior who fell from power

Fri, 09/05/2025 - 12:24
Her against-the-odds story and personality gave her a special status in Labour and put a target on her back.

Post Malone postpones London shows over Tube strikes

Fri, 09/05/2025 - 11:43
The US rapper and singer reschedules Sunday and Monday's concerts at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium.

Israel destroys dozens of buildings in Gaza City as new offensive intensifies

Fri, 09/05/2025 - 11:25
The images come as the Israeli military says it has established control over 40% of Gaza City.

Troubled beauty chain Bodycare to close 32 stores

Fri, 09/05/2025 - 10:21
About 450 jobs will also go after the value chain said it was making losses as costs continue to rise.

The letters written by Rayner, the PM and the ethics adviser - in full

Fri, 09/05/2025 - 08:53
Rayner says she "deeply regrets" her conduct over Hove property, while PM says he's "very sad".

Hurts scores two touchdowns as Eagles start season with win

Fri, 09/05/2025 - 08:37
Philadelphia Eagles start their season with a gritty 24-20 win over the Dallas Cowboys, with star quarterback Jalen Hurts running in two touchdowns.