Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander refuses to say if UK would back US military moves against Iran, as Tory leader Kemi Badenoch suggests coalition strikes. Follow the latest political developments.
Over 1,000 Kyiv apartment blocks remain without power and heating after a severe Russian bombardment of Ukraine's energy infrastructure during a deadly cold snap. Read the latest on the crisis.
Cleveland Police arrest five teenagers after a 49-year-old man was found dead on Egglescliffe Close. Officers warn against sharing social media footage.
Social media influencers and content creators are increasingly securing coveted O-1 US work visas, redefining 'extraordinary ability' for the digital age. Discover how follower counts are becoming a new currency for immigration.
Iranian authorities arrest key protest figures as unrest enters second week. US President Trump threatens intervention, sparking a war of words with Tehran. Over 100 reported killed.
Former RNC chair Michael Steele says law firms, universities and media capitulated to Trump with startling speed. He predicts a Democratic surge in the midterms as voters demand accountability.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has launched a royal commission into antisemitism and social cohesion following sustained pressure over the Bondi beach attack. Read the full analysis.
A woman is in a stable condition after being stabbed multiple times in South Croydon. Police have cordoned off the scene and are urgently searching for a suspect. Call 101 with information.
A new government traffic light system exposes which local councils are failing on pothole repairs. See if your area is red, amber, or green and the £590 average repair cost drivers face.
A landmark coalition of nations has endorsed the Paris Declaration, outlining a path to end the war in Ukraine. Discover the key demands and the global response to Russia's invasion.
Chinese authorities detain leaders of the prominent Early Rain Covenant Church in Sichuan, marking a significant escalation in the crackdown on unregistered Christian groups across the country.
Traditional reporters surrendered credentials over new limits, creating a void filled by right-wing influencers. This new press corps offers uncritical praise for Trump's military actions. Read the full analysis.
The Nobel Institute clarifies its prize cannot be shared after Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado offered her 2025 award to Donald Trump. Read the full story.
The Conservative Party pledges to ban social media for children under 16, citing online harms. The policy, announced by leader Kemi Badenoch, goes beyond previous smartphone school bans.
Tributes flow for Luke Kellett-Smith, 34, from Woking, who died after a Toronto assault. A fundraiser nears its £30k goal to bring his body home. Read the full story.
US diplomat and ICE agent Randall Gamboa Esquivel was found dead in Costa Rica. The investigation into his killing continues. Read the latest on this international incident.
US immigration officials deported a Costa Rican man who lived in the country for 20 years, separating him from his family and raising serious questions about enforcement priorities.
Indonesia becomes the first nation to block Elon Musk's Grok chatbot due to non-consensual sexual deepfakes. The UK government considers action against X as the platform faces a flood of AI-generated abuse imagery.
A 48-year-old Reform voter and a 22-year-old law graduate found surprising agreement on taxing billionaires during a cross-political dining experience in County Durham. Discover their views on immigration and integration.
Congresswoman Robin Kelly files impeachment articles against Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. This crucial move challenges the administration's culture of impunity and demands accountability. Read the full analysis.
Reports from Iran detail a severe police response to nationwide protests, with claims of live ammunition use. Internet blackouts hinder verification of human rights violations. Read the latest.
Lord Mandelson declines to apologise directly to Jeffrey Epstein's victims for his friendship with the financier after his conviction, but expresses regret for a 'system' that failed them. Read his full BBC interview.
A woman is in a stable condition after being stabbed multiple times on Brighton Road, Croydon. Police are urgently hunting the suspect. Call 101 with information.
The Nobel Institute states its Peace Prize is final after winner Maria Corina Machado said she wanted to give it to Donald Trump. Explore the diplomatic fallout and what's next for Venezuela.
London temperatures rise to 8C this Sunday, with 11C possible Monday after a week of -8C freeze from Storm Goretti. Rain and wind persist. Read the full forecast.
As the British Army shrinks to its smallest size since Napoleon, experts debate if conscription could return in a major war. Read the full analysis here.
Syrian government forces detain 300 Kurds and evacuate 400 fighters after Aleppo clashes, as US-led coalition launches large-scale strikes against Islamic State targets in response to Palmyra attack.
Soren Stevenson, a Minneapolis council member who lost an eye in 2020 protests, says the ICE killing of Renee Nicole Good feels frighteningly familiar. He vows community action.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is in talks with City leaders to extend the non-dom grace period and introduce a 'pay-to-play' visa, following an exodus of wealthy entrepreneurs like Revolut's founder.
Kemi Badenoch announces Conservative policy to ban social media for children under 16 and smartphones in schools, mirroring Australian laws. Read the full details.