New adaptations of A Christmas Carol and Paddington reframe these beloved tales for today's audiences, exploring themes of displacement and compassion. Discover how these stories speak to the modern refugee experience.
Ted Lasso star Hannah Waddingham withdraws from performing at the Princess of Wales's festive event at Westminster Abbey. Discover the last-minute replacement and full celebrity lineup.
A man in his 50s was found dead in Haverhill, Suffolk, after being shot with a crossbow. A 61-year-old woman known to him has been arrested and bailed. Police are appealing for information.
Tonight's TV guide features a deep dive into festive classics The Muppet Christmas Carol and It's a Wonderful Life, plus the finale of The Ridge and Nick Cave's Bunny Munro. Discover what to watch.
The Princess of Wales has written a moving letter to guests of her Together At Christmas service, honouring those making an 'extraordinary difference'. The event airs on ITV.
Convicted murderer Greg Lynn escaped police custody and breached an intervention order before his first wife's 1999 death, newly released court documents show. Read the full story.
The Princess of Wales writes about the importance of love and community in her Christmas letter ahead of the Together at Christmas carol service at Westminster Abbey. Read her heartfelt message.
A two-year-old boy was discovered covered in blood, trying to wake his parents after they were shot dead by their neighbour in Georgia. The killer, Matthew Scott Lanz, was given multiple life sentences. Read the full, harrowing details.
Discover how Clay Pigeon Raceway in Dorset launched Lando Norris's F1 career as he aims to become Britain's next world champion. Exclusive insights from his former coach.
Ernestas Juska, 21, receives life sentence for murdering family friend Nina Denisova, 39, in Dartford. Judge cites 'extreme impact' of violent pornography.
Discover the top Christmas carol services in London for 2025. From free concerts at St Paul's to candlelit events at the Royal Albert Hall, find your perfect festive outing.
A revolutionary hip-hop adaptation of A Christmas Carol transforms Dickens with Ebony Scrooge. Discover this groundbreaking London theatre production in pictures.
The Old Vic's acclaimed production of A Christmas Carol continues until 10 January 2026, starring Paul Hilton as Scrooge. Discover why this Victorian classic remains a festive must-see.
A harrowing BBC documentary investigates the 1988 mass water poisoning in Cornwall, revealing victims' stories and the fight for a public inquiry. Discover the truth tonight.
Simon Levy faces new murder charge for killing Carmenza Valencia-Trujillo while already accused of another woman's death. Police appeal for witnesses to come forward.
Police offer £20,000 reward for information about distinctive Range Rover linked to 2022 shooting of Camilo Palacio in North London. Anonymous tips welcomed.
Jalal Khan, 76, died from head injuries after an assault in Ponders End. A 40-year-old man has been charged. Follow for updates on this developing story.
Discover our review of The Scouse Christmas Carol at Liverpool's Royal Court. This sweary, hilarious adaptation stars Paul Duckworth as a corrupt Scrooge. On until 24 January.
US House votes 427-1 to release all Jeffrey Epstein files. Discover why Republican Clay Higgins was the sole dissenter and what happens next.
NHS Fife chief executive Carol Potter is retiring early after a 30-year career, a move announced just before the Sandie Peggie employment tribunal ruling. Discover the full story.
New evidence reveals critical police mistakes before Hannah Clarke and her children were murdered by her estranged husband, casting doubt on coroner's findings.
A 29-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after the body of 21-year-old Corinna Baker was discovered at a boat yard in Cardigan, Wales. Police are appealing for information.
A 29-year-old man is held on suspicion of murder after Corinna Baker, 21, was found dead at a Cardigan boat yard. Police appeal for witnesses.
The body of Corinna Rose, 21, was discovered hidden on a boat in Cardigan, Wales. A 29-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder as police appeal for witnesses.
Cameron Cheng, 18, has been charged with the murder of Lainie Williams, 17, in Cefn Fforest. A second woman was injured. Police urge the public not to jeopardise the investigation.
Cedric Irving Jr arrested for murder of beloved Oakland football coach John Beam, who raised safety concerns before his tragic death. Read the full story.
An 18-year-old man faces murder charges after Lainie Williams, 17, was found dead in Cefn Fforest. Armed police responded to serious injuries reported on Thursday morning.
Awad Abdel Samad sentenced to life for murdering Mohamed Abdi in brutal 25-second attack on Edgware Road. Judge describes 'terrifying' public scene.
Lee Spence, 25, stabbed his father John upon their first meeting in HMP Perth, pleading guilty to attempted murder in a revenge attack for alleged domestic abuse against his mother.
Joshua Powell, 27, has been sentenced to life with a minimum of 26 years for the murder of his 96-year-old grandmother, Emma Finch, in a brutal attack motivated by inheritance money.