More than two-thirds of England now in drought
Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:41:39 GMT
The East Midlands, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire, Kent and East Sussex, and Solent and the South Downs have moved into drought status.
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".
30 years later, a former rival will stand trial for Tupac's murder
Mon, 10 Aug 2026 16:52:47 GMT
It’s been three decades since Tupac was killed, and since then, his reputation has only grown.
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.
We are chasing Ebola virus - it is ahead of us, WHO warns
Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:50:29 GMT
Infection rates are high, adding to concern that authorities are struggling to get to grips with the disease.
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 17:22:18 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.
