News
-
US tourist dies after being struck by lightning while hiking Sicily's Mount Etna
Italian firefighters report that an American tourist was killed by a lightning strike on Mount Etna while hiking in a restricted area
-
Double murderer Simon Levy accused of stabbing and trying to strangle prison guard
The 41-year-old has been charged with assault occasioning actual bodily harm and intentional strangulation
-
At least seven people dead from days of storms and record flooding in Indiana
Four-year-old boy, three men and three women among fatalities since storms began on 11 August, officials say
-
Yemen risks return to 'full-scale conflict', UN rights chief warns
Earlier this month, the Houthi rebels launched their deadliest attacks in years, killing 58 government troops, according to a military source, mainly in the oil-rich Marib province.
-
UK job security weakens to lowest since 2023 as consumer confidence dips
The closely watched S&P Global UK consumer sentiment index slipped to 42.9 for the month, compared with a previous four-month high of 43.4.
-
Donald Trump threatens to bomb Oman if it ‘gets in the way’ of ending Iran war
President issues threat to ‘bomb the shit out of them’ after previously threatening Gulf ally in May
-
Killer and rapist Simon Levy pleads not guilty to attack on Belmarsh guard
Simon Levy is accused of stabbing a prison guard in the neck with a pen and trying to strangle him.
-
Trump cuts military drills with South Korea citing ‘very good relationship’ with Kim Jong-un – US politics live
President orders Pentagon to scale back ‘inappropriate and hostile’ exercises with South Korea
-
In pictures: The World's Ugliest Dog contest
The 50th edition of the American competition saw a six-year-old pug named Jinny Lu take home the top prize.
-
Surge of casualties in South Sudan as conflict intensifies: ‘It’s heartbreaking’
Doctors say that they are seeing a surge in gunshots wounds and hospitals are struggling to cope with the rise in cases as aid cuts continue to bite. Liz Cookman reports
-
Police hunt for man who exposed himself to two teenage girls
A man exposed himself to two teenage girls.
-
AI 'slop' could cause cognitive decline and violent tendencies in kids
In recent years, platforms like TikTok and YouTube have seen a surge in low-quality, highly repetitive, and at times violent, AI-generated content aimed towards kids which could cause cognitive decline and vicious streaks, according to a new study.
-
Ayyoub Bouaddi transfer news: Manchester City in advanced talks for midfielder
Manchester City are in advanced talks with Lille over a move for Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi.
-
Sebastien Pocognoli: Scotland boss 'feels connection' with 'passionate' Scottish football
New Scotland boss Sebastien Pocognoli says the passionate nature of Scottish football was a key factor in his taking the job.
-
Expert shares hack to keep mould out of wardrobes using 2 household items
You can use uncooked rice in your wardrobe to keep mould from growing and ruining your clothes.
-
Mrs Brown's Boys' Christmas and New Year specials cancelled over 'unexpected' issue
Brendan O’Carroll has cancelled the 2026 Mrs Brown’s Boys Christmas and New Year’s Specials.
-
Thom Yorke, Romy and Brian Eno among 200 musicians urging PM to reject new North Sea drilling
Robert Smith, Olly Alexander and Paris Paloma also among signatories to letter saying exploitation of Rosebank and Jackdaw fields defies climate reality
-
Virgin Trains gets go ahead to run services to Europe in new blow to Eurostar monopoly
Operator wins track access approval for up to 20 daily return trains through tunnel to Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam in 2030
-
Heavy rains kill 1 in South Korea and flood major streets in Philippines
Torrential rains have pounded southern South Korea, leaving one person dead and four others injured
-
Mrs Brown's Boys Christmas specials cancelled after star breaks jaw
The sitcom's creator says he requires "immediate" surgery but hopes the show will return in 2027.
-
Why are more Iranian women freezing their eggs?
“I don’t want to lose time.” That is a common concern among some Iranian women considering freezing their eggs.
-
Tottenham goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario set to join Juventus on loan
Tottenham accept a loan offer from Juventus for goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario, which includes an option to buy.
-
Teacher who repeatedly played with pupils’ hair banned
Anthony Hook had called another pupil ‘beautiful’ and wrote ‘I love Mr Hook’ in another’s planner
-
Senior Russian banker fired after scathing speech on wartime economy
Andrei Klepach of VEB said Russia’s economy was falling behind China, US and ‘in some respects Ukraine’
-
People await aid after powerful earthquake in Indonesia, in photos
Thousands of people are still waiting for aid after a powerful earthquake in Indonesia.
-
Temperatures to fall across Europe as substantial rain heading for parts of UK
Temperatures could drop by more than 15C compared with last Thursday as cold front moves in
-
Swansea Au Vodka reportedly in talks over £500m sale to BuzzBallz owner
Au Vodka co-owner Charlie Morgan earned infamy in 2013 after being kicked by the Chelsea footballer.
-
Trump cuts US-South Korea military drills citing ‘good relationship with Kim Jong-un’ | First Thing
President said he was ‘not happy’ with plans for large-scale joint exercises he described as ‘inappropriate and hostile’
-
JP Morgan boss warns UK chancellor not to hike taxes on banks
Jamie Dimon told the chancellor in a phone call that higher taxes can result in jobs being driven elsewhere, according to reports
-
Lawyer who suggested colleague be placed in ‘mental asylum’ disbarred
Mariam El-Sobky also made illicit recordings of Family Court hearings
-
Edinburgh Fringe venue admits unlawful discrimination against Jewish comedian
Philip Simon’s show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe was cancelled in 2025
-
Cause of large blaze near Bishop Auckland that left woodland smouldering unknown
The cause of a large blaze that broke out in a woodland near Bishop Auckland remains unknown, the fire service has confirmed.
-
Hayden Panettiere obituary: A life of struggles alongside screen success
She went from child actress to Hollywood star, but endured addiction, harassment and personal trauma.
-
Hosepipe ban map: Legal restrictions in place for 27 million people
Every southern county is now subject to a hosepipe ban
-
Alzheimer’s research is latest casualty in Trump administration war against ‘DEI’
Grant cancellations at leading research institutions appear to target study of impacts of racism on brain health
-
Cannabis gummies sold on social media are laced with spice, scientists warn
Scientists from the University of Bristol tested illegal cannabis gummies that had been seized by police
-
Woman jailed for trying to murder toddler by giving her adult medication
The judge imposed an order for lifelong restriction on Laura Docherty for the 'wicked' crime.
-
Hayden Panettiere tributes include Viola Davis, Selma Blair and Melissa Barrera
Stars are paying tribute to Hayden Panettiere after the actor's death at 36
-
.jpg?trim=1,0,1,0&width=1200&height=800&crop=1200:800)
Trump again threatens to ‘bomb the s*** out of’ ally Oman over Strait of Hormuz
President had previously threatened to bomb the country in May
-
The Northern Echo launches Best Bakery 2026 competition - and we need your help
We’re on the hunt to find the best bakery in County Durham and Darlington - and we need your help to find the best of the best.
-
Indonesia earthquake: Aid shortages and fears of starvation as aftershocks continue
Some 53 people were killed and thousands displaced by the earthquake, which struck early on Saturday.
-
Boy, 12, drowns in river in north-east London
The boy was seen entering the River Lea at 6pm on Saturday
-
Warning issued as water levels at US’ second-largest reservoir fall to record low
The water level at Lake Powell has fallen to a record low in another sign of crisis along the Colorado River
-
Trump slammed for ‘flying palace’ trips with aide: ‘He wants to travel with Natalie’
Democratic senator Jon Ossoff claimed that the president is ‘treating citizens as fools and those who serve as pawns’
-
Ranked: Europe’s windiest roads for your next trip
A new ranking from Avis has crunched everything from curves and elevation to Google searches and Instagram popularity to reveal Europe’s ultimate roads for a scenic, twisty road trip. #Destinations
-
Firms face pressure from shifting demand after weight-loss pills approved
New research found 34% of Britons would consider taking weight loss medication in tablet form rather than injections.
-
Car washes and window cleaning could face bans on water use, ministers warned
Government planners have warned that further water restrictions could be extended to more businesses
-
Huge inferno engulfs ‘Russian Amazon’ after Ukraine’s largest ever drone strike
Ukraine has successfully targeted Wildberries hubs seven times in six weeks as part of a campaign to bring the war to Russia
-
Blair and Kushner in Middle East to try to save Trump’s Gaza peace deal
Jared Kushner is slated to meet with Israel’s prime minister on Monday in discussions aimed at saving a 15-point, U.S.-backed roadmap
-
Mountain rescue teams enter River Tyne in desperate search for missing Liam
Mountain rescue teams have entered the River Tyne in a desperate search for missing young man Liam, 22.
