No free pass for internet platforms on child safety, Starmer says
Sun, 15 Feb 2026 22:34:34 GMT
The government announces a consultation on online safety, including on a possible social media ban for under-16s.
UK considering significant increase to defence spending
Mon, 16 Feb 2026 01:28:46 GMT
The prime minister is considering meeting a 3% defence-spending target five years earlier than planned, the BBC learns.
Team GB clinches second gold of day at Winter Olympics
Sun, 15 Feb 2026 20:06:25 GMT
Team GB wins two Winter Olympic titles on one day for the first time as Matt Weston and Tabitha Stoecker clinch mixed team skeleton gold.
FBI analysing recovered glove that appears to match those worn in Guthrie suspect video
Mon, 16 Feb 2026 01:34:28 GMT
The FBI says it recovered a DNA sample from the glove, which was found in a field a few miles from Guthrie's home.
Ministers want to reform SEND - but they are treading very carefully
Mon, 16 Feb 2026 01:11:05 GMT
The government is expected to outline its plan to overhaul the complex system of support for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in England soon.
Ukraine's ex-energy minister detained while attempting to leave country
Sun, 15 Feb 2026 17:11:49 GMT
His detention comes as he faces legal proceedings after being dismissed in a corruption scandal.
Andrew's time as trade envoy should be investigated, says Vince Cable
Sun, 15 Feb 2026 18:33:57 GMT
The former prince's alleged actions were "totally unacceptable", the ex-business secretary says.
US attorney general criticised after saying all Epstein files have been released
Sun, 15 Feb 2026 21:32:23 GMT
Lawmakers, including those who wrote the law requiring their publication, argue the release is insufficient.
Cabinet secretary frontrunner previously spoken to about management style
Mon, 16 Feb 2026 01:07:51 GMT
Dame Antonia Romeo was found to have no case to answer over one complaint nine years ago.
Ex-church minister who admitted child sexual abuse to BBC still free years later
Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:29:57 GMT
Robert Corfield, who admitted abusing a child to the BBC, was a minister in a shadowy church known as The Truth.
