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92-year-old man sentenced to life in prison for 1967 murder and rape

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 12:42
Ryland Headley, who was 34 when he raped and strangled Louisa Dunne, was told he will die in prison.

Conor McGregor's appeal against civil rape case ruling begins

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 12:37
In 2024 a jury found McGregor assaulted Nikita Hand in a Dublin hotel in December 2018.

Chief rabbi attacks BBC for airing 'vile Jew hate' at Glastonbury

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 12:31
Sir Ephraim Mirvis hit out after Bob Vylan's controversial performance at Glastonbury was aired by BBC.

House prices see biggest monthly fall for over two years

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 10:29
The Nationwide says the fall may reflect weaker demand following April's changes to stamp duty.

Parental leave and pay for new parents to be reviewed

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 08:59
Campaigners say the UK's system has been "overlooked for years", and investing in it is a "no-brainer".

Chris Mason: Labour still has a big persuasion job ahead on welfare cuts

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 08:45
Ministers hope a partial U-turn will win over Labour rebels when MPs vote on welfare changes later.

MPs to vote on welfare bill as Labour unrest continues

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 08:07
The House of Commons will vote on the bill this evening as some MPs call for further changes.

Meet the only English manager at the Euros

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 07:36
Gemma Grainger will take on the biggest challenge of her career when she leads Norway into the Euros. BBC Sport has been talking to the only English head coach at the tournament.

New subway strike dates clash with TRNSMT festival

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 07:11
Around 50,000 music fans will attend the Glasgow Green event on each of the three strike days.

WW2 veteran, 106, puts long life down to custard

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 06:20
Leslie Lemon says he eats it every day and does not mind whether it comes from a tin or a carton.

Could cold case killer have more victims?

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 06:18
Ryland Headley was convicted of killing Louisa Dunne almost six decades after the crime took place.

Parents to sue over abuse of disabled children

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 06:11
Daniel Clarke is in prison for abusing six boys, but police think he may have targeted dozens.

Parents to sue over abuse of disabled children

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 06:11
Daniel Clarke is in prison for abusing six boys, but police think he may have targeted dozens.

Chris Mason: Labour still has a big persuasion job ahead

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 02:17
Ministers hope a partial U-turn will win over Labour rebels when MPs vote on welfare changes later.

The Papers: 'Chaos on eve of welfare vote' and 'Red-hot Brits'

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 01:34
Parliament is to vote on the welfare bill amid reports of a backbench rebellion and Wimbledon heats up.

Parental leave and pay for new parents to be reviewed

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 00:42
Campaigners say the UK's system has been "overlooked for years", and investing in it is a "no-brainer".

Parents face hurdles vaccinating children - report

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 00:06
Obstacles include difficulty booking appointments and too few jab reminders, say child health experts.

Financial issues at school 'concerning', says Education Authority

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 00:01
The investigation by the EA was prompted by an internal audit which identified a number of issues.

Household energy bills fall but may not go much lower

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 00:00
Bills for homes using a typical amount of gas and electricity will drop by £11 a month.

Families in distress over 'horrendous' graveyard vandalism

Mon, 06/30/2025 - 23:02
Forty headstones were damaged and a large wooden crucifix set alight at a Renfrewshire cemetery.