British paratrooper killed in Ukraine named
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 17:18:14 GMT
Lance Corporal George Hooley remembered by colleagues as a "born soldier" after Ministry of Defence said the 28-year-old died in a "tragic accident".
US could ask UK tourists for five-year social media history before entry
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 16:48:56 GMT
The plan would affect people from countries, including the UK, who can fill out a form in lieu of a visa.
Iceland becomes fifth country to boycott Eurovision
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 18:13:02 GMT
Iceland joins Spain, Ireland, Slovenia and the Netherlands in saying it will boycott the 2026 contest.
Author Sophie Kinsella remembered as a 'wonderful, warm woman'
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 17:53:31 GMT
The author of the Shopaholic series of novels had been diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer.
Ex-Olympic swimmer Sharron Davies and Iceland boss Richard Walker among new peers
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 18:16:37 GMT
Downing Street announced 34 new peers to "correct" an imbalance against Labour in the House of Lords.
High Street food chain Leon to close stores and cut jobs in restructure
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 17:02:39 GMT
The "healthier" fast food chain confirmed there would be job losses, as it appointed administrators.
Ukraine at critical moment, European leaders say after Trump call
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 18:15:13 GMT
"Intensive work" is continuing, the leaders of Britain, France and Germany say after a joint call with Donald Trump.
Man guilty of murdering ex-girlfriend's sister and three children in house fire
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 16:59:05 GMT
Bryonie Gawith and her children Denisty, Oscar and Aubree Birtle died in their home in Bradford.
Taliban warn Afghans who wore 'un-Islamic' Peaky Blinders outfits
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 13:31:40 GMT
The friends were warned their clothing was "in conflict with Afghan and Islamic values", a Taliban spokesman told the BBC.
Last minute offer may avert strike by resident doctors
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 17:25:15 GMT
Deal put forward by ministers includes rapid expansion of training posts, but no promises on pay.
