US military says it has launched new strikes on southern Iran
Tue, 26 May 2026 02:44:19 GMT
The strikes on Iranian missile launch sites and boats were taken in "self-defence", US Central Command says.
England could break May heat record again with 35C possible in some areas
Tue, 26 May 2026 04:14:23 GMT
It comes after the UK recorded its hottest May day on record as part of London reached 34.8C on Monday.
Social media as bad for young people as smoking, top doctors say
Tue, 26 May 2026 01:13:57 GMT
The Academy of Medical Royal Colleges says doctors should routinely check on screen time and social media use when seeing younger patients.
Next boss warns of 'dramatic' fall in entry-level jobs
Mon, 25 May 2026 23:51:24 GMT
Lord Wolfson tells the BBC Next now typically receives double the number of applicants for one role than it did two years ago.
Britain's protected birds of prey still being shot, trapped and poisoned, charity says
Mon, 25 May 2026 23:35:26 GMT
The charity says more than half of attacks happened on or near land managed for game shooting.
The questions raised by the Murrell embezzlement controversy
Mon, 25 May 2026 11:08:57 GMT
Thecase has been hanging over the SNP like a toxic cloud since the police investigation began five years ago.
Woman dies after being shot outside Sheffield bar
Mon, 25 May 2026 18:56:01 GMT
Three people are in custody after the 30-year-old was found with serious injuries early on Monday.
Portable charger problems on flights 'on the rise', watchdog warns
Mon, 25 May 2026 19:37:37 GMT
The CAA says 'more awareness' of the fire risks is needed and asks passengers to 'do the right thing'.
Wave of child abuse cases shakes schools in Paris
Mon, 25 May 2026 23:01:57 GMT
A school assistant goes on trial accused of sexual mistreatment of children in his care, in the latest case to rock the Paris school system.
Eight spectators and rider hurt at TT practice
Mon, 25 May 2026 20:15:54 GMT
Eight spectators and a rider are receiving hospital treatment after the crash at Parliament Square.
