Defence row exposes tensions over how to keep UK safe
PA Media Defending the realm is supposed to be a prime minister's first priority.…
£15m spent cleaning illegal waste supersite in ancient woodland
Concerns remain over the ancient Kent woodland's future after 39,500 tonnes of rubbish were…
Head teacher evacuated 900 children minutes before Nepal floods hit school
Rajendra Dawadi leapt into action after receiving warnings over waters heading towards his school.
How much money does the UK government borrow, and why does it matter?
The UK government borrows to fund day-to-day spending as well as long-term infrastructure projects.
Sinfield knighted and six Lionesses made MBEs
Kevin Sinfield has received a knighthood in the King's Birthday Honours while six of…
Drought declared in Yorkshire after dry weather
Environment Agency says Yorkshire saw its fifth driest period on record between April and…
Hints of fiery finale for last ever episode of River City
The Scottish soap opera, based in the fictional Glasgow district of Shieldinch, is coming…
I’ve got a motorway in my garden – it’s my shelter in hot weather
It was built over people's homes 60 years ago, but what's it like to…
Scotland return to centre stage at last in must-win World Cup opener
BBC Scotland's chief sportswriter Tom English sets the scene from Boston as Scotland prepare…
Greek takeaways: What did we learn from Lionesses’ win?
England come away from Greece with a valuable first-leg lead in their Women's World…
Hundreds remember Heaton Park synagogue attack victims at memorial event
The Chief Rabbi and Angela Rayner are among those at the event, nearly a…
Burnham says he will review early prisoner release scheme
The prime minister says he cannot commit to changing the policy but wants to…
Resident doctors cancel strike after new offer from government
EPA/Shutterstock Resident doctors in England have called off strikes which were scheduled to begin…
Verstappen wins sprint after Russell crashes out
Red Bull's Max Verstappen wins an incident-packed sprint race at the Singapore Grand Prix…
Zambia’s president to be sworn in for second term while opponent detained
Hakainde Hichilema swept to victory, but his main rival is now in detention charged…
Former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro to face trial next June
Maduro and his wife, who were seized and bought to the US earlier this…
