UK
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What would make your life easier? Martin Lewis asks public for ‘small ideas’ to improve UK
Finance expert launches Small Ideas Initiative to gather ‘practical, low-cost’ ideas to put before cross-party panel
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South Korea recalls ambassador to Ukraine in North Korean prisoner row
Seoul said Kyiv's public disclosure of the repatriation of two North Korean prisoners endangered their families in North Korea, where relatives of those who fall into enemy hands face punishment. Ukraine has rejected South Korea's accusations.
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£150 energy bill help returns in October – check if you could qualify
The Warm Home Discount Scheme reopens in October 2026. Check which benefits qualify, the key date for eligibility and which energy suppliers are taking part.
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Google Maps can now help you save money by showing live petrol and diesel prices for UK filling stations
If you're in the UK, you should now see the latest prices for petrol and diesel when you search for a refueling stop.
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Your Crunchyroll membership just got a major upgrade — you can now read manga like My Instant Death Ability Is So Overpowered, No One in This Other World Stands a Chance Against Me! totally ad-free
Crunchyroll Manga has rolled out to the UK and Australia.
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Girl told teacher ‘Sir, I’ve been stabbed’ after attack, court hears
The school went into lockdown shortly after the victim reported the attack to a teacher
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Maya Mobile eSIM (2026) review: The eSIM I’d take abroad, but never take alone
A reusable eSIM for regular travelers
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The UK's top independent hotel of the year (with 50-plus rooms) is in York
The Grand York has been named UK Independent Hotel of the Year in the Over 50 Rooms category at the Independent Hotel Show Awards.
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What happens next in Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor case as home raids deemed unlawful?
Mr Justice Hilliard said a ‘significant error’ was made in the application for the search warrants
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The Amazon Alexa Tablet 12 Pro is ‘the biggest leap’ in tablets Amazon has ‘ever made’, according to its VP of Devices — and the iPad Air might finally have competition
I went hands-on with the Amazon Alexa Tablet 12 Pro, which Amazon describes as ‘the biggest leap’ in tablets it has ‘ever made’.
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How to watch Asa Butterfield in Gnomes online from anywhere
Our guide explains how to watch Gnomes online and stream episodes wherever you are as Asa Butterfield battles the demonic Gnome Queen and her minions.
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Three sisters who drowned off Brighton beach took their own lives, coroner rules
Father tells of ‘heartbreak beyond anything I could ever have imagined’
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Le Creuset just dropped a Halloween collection, and I need a mini pumpkin cocotte in every color
Quality cookware with a spooky twist
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Former MP cleared of role in bogus Covid-19 testing firm - but ex-councillor guilty
A former Labour minister has been cleared by a judge of his role in a fraudulent Covid-19 testing centre.
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County Durham mine water scheme now heats 750 homes with green energy
Hundreds of families in County Durham are benefiting from a pioneering green energy scheme that uses warm water from disused coal mines to heat their homes.
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Oil prices surge on worries of shipping attacks and Gulf of Mexico hurricane
The price of Brent crude oil increased by about 5% on Thursday to 105 dollars per barrel.
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Schoolgirl told teacher 'Sir, I've been stabbed', court hears
The girl told police there was "blood all over my hands" following the attack, a court hears.
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Warrants used to search Andrew's homes were unlawful, court says
A criminal investigation into the former prince continues and police have retained material seized from his homes.
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Israel’s downgrading of UK consulate aims to tighten its hold on Jerusalem
Consulate targeted in sanctions spat has unusual diplomatic status that clashes with Israel’s ambitions to fully annex the city
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AI tool used in thousands of asylum claims failing basic accuracy tests
Exclusive: MPs, charities and rights group warn that accuracy should not be sacrificed for speed in ‘life and death’ asylum decisions
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We’ll protect Troubles military veterans, cabinet minister promises
Exclusive: Following revelations about the role of special forces in Northern Ireland as revealed in The Independent’s podcast ‘SAS: The Shadow War’, Sir Chris Bryant says his government is committed to protecting veterans
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Why was the sign at the British consulate in East Jerusalem removed?
The consulate, first established in 1838, was set to be closed by the Israeli government in retaliation for UK sanctions.
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Mapped: Cost to rent a room across UK as average price hits record high
Renting in the capital is becoming impossible for many, experts warn
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Plans to link wind farm powering 3m homes to East Durham coast advance
Seaham residents are being urged to share their views on a route to bring electricity ashore from a major wind farm.
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Harvey Nichols’ Birmingham store to close in January
Closure will cost at least 60 jobs, while Leeds and Bristol outlets to be converted to Flannels brand
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County Durham birch misses out on Tree of the Year award
The Bollihope Birch near Frosterley has missed out on being crowned the UK's Tree of the Year.
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British soldier regiment 'Lions of England' stalked by pack of hyenas in Kenya
The Army said the regiment is being trained for its role of reinforcing Nato's eastern flank to ‘deter Russian aggression’
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The UK's top independent hotel of the year (with 50-plus rooms) is in York
The Grand York has been named UK Independent Hotel of the Year in the Over 50 Rooms category at the Independent Hotel Show Awards.
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York band with global following to headline fundraising event
A high-energy brass band with a global following is set to headline a special fundraising night.
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Burnham needs to avoid scaring Chinese car-makers off
Andy Burnham has reportedly been warned by the German chancellor that rejoining the EU will not be possible unless the UK raises tariffs on Chinese electric cars to 45 per cent. But he needs to be careful, warns Steve Fowler
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Why more UK businesses are turning to custom software in 2026
UK businesses are increasingly reconsidering the technology they use to manage everyday operations, as outdated systems, rising costs and growing demands for efficiency place pressure on existing software.
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York band with global following to headline fundraising event
A high-energy brass band with a global following is set to headline a special fundraising night.
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How a Hartlepool dancer went from Billy Elliot to Emmerdale and Strictly Come Dancing
Discover how Hartlepool-born Lewis Cope went from a teenage Billy Elliot star to Emmerdale and Strictly.
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Video. Latest news bulletin
Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 8th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Magico's new speakers look like they were designed by NASA and cost more than a holiday cottage... and I want them
The Magic A3 2027 isn't an upgrade, but a complete overhaul — and it costs nearly £30,000 (or equivalent, where you live)
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eRoaming eSIM (2026) review
Is this eSIM worth it? I had to find out
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'Slightly ominous’ sign that England could be set for an early flu season
While levels of flu are currently low, figures from September have been higher than the same period for the last four years
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Forty five Scottish police officers suspended over alleged crimes against women
Chief Constable Jo Farrell says more officers are likely to face action as officers are re-vetted.
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Two Latvian men arrested at RAF base in Cambridgeshire used by US military
Men aged 32 and 36 detained on suspicion of trespass, causing criminal damage and entering a prohibited place
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The Atari 800XL returns with a 'faithful' but modern Retro Games Ltd redesign — classic 8-bit home computer revamp sports mechanical keyboard and HDMI connectivity
$219 device’s 25 built-in games and working cartridge port appeal, but it still comes with that terrible palm-gouging joystick.
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Adidas sues Australian label White Fox over four stripes design
The German sportswear brand wants the Sydney-based label to stop selling the clothes and pay damages.
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Two in three people with dyslexia are undiagnosed – here are the signs to look out for
A Harrogate psychology clinic is highlighting the signs of dyslexia that can go unnoticed in children and adults during Dyslexia Awareness Week (5–11 October).
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Inside fashion retailer Oliver Bonas' new store now open in Teesside Park
Oliver Bonas has opened its first Tees Valley store at Teesside Park - take a look at the new shop.
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Long-time Bradford shoe store set to shut it doors - 'Everything must go'
Wynsors has more than 45 shops across the UK and sells brands including Adidas, Skechers, Clarks, Timberland, Nike and Crocs.
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At least 30 killed as Russian guided bomb hits civilian bus in Ukraine
Russia’s latest attack on civilians comes after deadly missile strikes hit the northern Ukrainian town of Pryluky, a site visited by UK foreign secretary Ed Miliband on a trip to the country on Thursday
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Deloitte fined £6m by watchdog over Go-Ahead audits
The Financial Reporting Council said it found a ‘highly concerning pattern of failure’ over a five-year period.
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AI officers could be making battlefield decisions by 2030, says former CIA chief
Gen. David Petraeus said China remains the biggest challenge for the US, ahead of Russia and Iran
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How to watch Law & Order season 26 from anywhere in the world – stream online for free
Detective Vincent Riley is departing the show in the first few episodes, but new faces are joining Law & Order, too
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How to watch Law & Order season 26 from anywhere in the world – stream online for free
Detective Vincent Riley is departing the show in the first few episodes, but new faces are joining Law & Order, too
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£150 energy bill help returns in October – check if you could qualify
The Warm Home Discount Scheme reopens in October 2026. Check which benefits qualify, the key date for eligibility and which energy suppliers are taking part.
