Record 230 people cross Channel in one small boat
Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:51:06 GMT
The Home Office says it shows the "reckless and dangerous tactics" used by gangs "cramming ever greater numbers on to unseaworthy vessels".
Travelodge staff gave domestic abuser key to his victim's room
Mon, 10 Aug 2026 05:00:07 GMT
A woman tells the BBC her attacker kicked her hotel room door "off its hinges" after reception gave him the key.
Consortium including Jeff Bezos advances talks for stake in Liverpool FC
Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:16:51 GMT
A group including Amazon founder Jeff Bezos advances its talks to buy about a 30% stake in Liverpool, BBC Sport has been told.
Ex-Cambridge professor Jason Arday cancels live event after plagiarism row
Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:58:24 GMT
One talk by Arday is "cancelled at the request of the speaker" and others are removed from listings.
At least 13 killed in Ukrainian drone strike deep into Russia
Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:34:25 GMT
Russian officials say another 75 people were injured by the attack - one of the deadliest Ukrainian drone attacks since Moscow's full-scale invasion.
Nigel Farage says incident at his home 'directly linked' to Ann Widdecombe murder
Mon, 10 Aug 2026 12:39:48 GMT
Counter-terrorism police have reopened an inquiry into an incident at the Reform UK's leader's house.
New weight loss pill approved for use in UK
Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:25:07 GMT
Foundayo is made by Eli Lilly, the drug firm behind the Mounjaro jab.
MSP apologises for hurt caused by rape 'demonisation' comments
Mon, 10 Aug 2026 16:19:54 GMT
Scottish Green MSP Q Manivannan is facing criticism from rape survivors groups and politicians over a podcast interview.
From Dubai to a Dublin court - how alleged cartel boss Daniel Kinahan returned to Ireland
Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:43:59 GMT
Law enforcement agencies in Ireland and the US believe he is a leading figure in the Kinahan Organised Crime Group.
From Stonehenge to the Serpentine - satellite images show impact of hot, dry summer
Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:36:33 GMT
From Stonehenge to the Serpentine the impact on parts of the UK from a long, hot, summer can be seen from space.
