Top US counterterrorism official resigns over Iran war, urging Trump to 'reverse course'
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:17:13 GMT
National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent says Trump "started this war due to pressure from Israel and its powerful American lobby".
Focus must remain on Ukraine despite Iran war, PM says
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:18:37 GMT
Starmer says Russia cannot benefit from the conflict in the Middle East, as he meets the Ukrainian leader in No 10.
Mayors to gain more spending power under Reeves tax plans
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:43:04 GMT
The Chancellor has set out the government's plan for economic growth, which also includes closer ties to the EU.
Prince William joins Greg James on Comic Relief tandem bike ride
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:34:38 GMT
The Radio 1 Breakfast host was joined by a special guest on the latest leg of his charity challenge.
'Many people fooled' by AI wedding pics, says Zendaya
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:29:29 GMT
The star has spoken about the viral images that appeared to show her marrying partner Tom Holland.
Dates confirmed for new driving test booking rules
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:03:37 GMT
Only learners will be able to book a car driving test under new rules to make the system fairer.
Typical new mortgage costs soar £788 a year in two weeks
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 11:25:13 GMT
Lenders have hiked rates on new deals and withdrawn products as war creates uncertainty in the markets.
MI5 to pay compensation to woman abused by neo-Nazi agent
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 12:38:25 GMT
It comes after a BBC investigation four years ago showed the agent used his security service role to abuse his partner.
Gerry Adams says he never held role or rank in the IRA
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:17:43 GMT
Three men are seeking a ruling that Adams is personally liable for injuries they received in explosions.
Easter holidaymakers switching from Dubai to Spain as flights fill up
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 13:33:44 GMT
It comes after the war in Iran caused mass disruption to flights across the Middle East and UAE.
