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British paratrooper who died in Ukraine named
Sir Keir Starmer pays tribute to Lance Corporal George Hooley, who the Ministry of Defence says died in a "tragic accident" away from the front lines.
Leon to close stores and cut jobs in restructure
The "healthier" fast food chain confirmed there would be job losses, as it appointed administrators.
US could ask UK tourists for five-year social media history before entry
The plan would affect people from countries, including the UK, which can fill out a form in lieu of a visa.
Iceland becomes fifth country to boycott Eurovision
Iceland joins Spain, Ireland, Slovenia and the Netherlands in saying it will boycott the 2026 contest.
Ukraine 'ready for elections' if partners guarantee security, Zelensky says
He was speaking after US President Donald Trump repeated claims Kyiv was "using war" to avoid elections.
King supports persecuted Christians in Advent service
King Charles attends an Advent service in Westminster Abbey, with a strong influence of Orthodox music.
Don't let Trump interfere with UK democracy, Davey tells PM
The Lib Dem leader criticises US national security strategy, which warns Europe faces "civilisational erasure".
Judge rules Epstein grand jury records from 2019 case can be released
A federal judge says materials from the investigation can be unsealed because of a new law passed by Congress last month.
Nobel Peace Prize winner's daughter accepts award on her behalf
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, who lives in hiding, is reportedly on her way to Oslo.
Colts sign grandfather Rivers, 44, out of retirement
Quarterback Philip Rivers has come out of retirement to rejoin the Indianapolis Colts, five years after the 44-year-old grandfather last played in the NFL.
Sophie Kinsella, author of the bestselling Shopaholic series, dies aged 55
The author of the Shopaholic series of novels had been diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer.
WTA signs with Mercedes in 'most significant deal in our history'
The Women's Tennis Association announces a long-term partnership with Mercedes-Benz that has the potential to be the largest in women's sport.
Madeleine McCann's father tells BBC how his family was hounded by press
Gerry McCann, whose daughter vanished in 2007, tells the BBC he believes politicians fear the media.
Too many unauthorised pre-Budget leaks, says Reeves
The chancellor tells MPs many of the stories leaked to the media were inaccurate and "very damaging".
Porn company starts new age checks after £1m Ofcom fine
The media regulator Ofcom said AVS Group Ltd had started age checks on some of its porn websites.
Man guilty of murdering ex-girlfriend's sister and three children in house fire
Bryonie Gawith and her children Denisty, Oscar and Aubree Birtle died in their home in Bradford.
Russell Crowe says Gladiator II creators misunderstood what made original 'special'
The actor was not entertained by how they changed the storyline of his character in the sequel.
Taliban warn Afghans who wore 'un-Islamic' Peaky Blinders outfits
The friends were warned their clothing was "in conflict with Afghan and Islamic values", a Taliban spokesman told the BBC.