
A multi-agency response is under way at the scene in Whitchurch, with the public asked to stay away.

The government says its animal welfare strategy will bring "the biggest reforms in a generation".

Documents allege Epstein’s accomplice and ex-girlfriend ‘normalized’ his grooming and ‘directed’ girls on what to doA document among the tranche of newly released Jeffrey Epstein files casts fresh light on psychological tricks that his ex-girlfriend Ghislaine Maxwell deployed in her effort to lure v

Police release a tranche of documents allegedly tracing the suspects' movements prior to the deadly shooting.

Purcell, of Victoria’s Animal Justice party and Burns, of federal Labor, announce arrival of Lilah Poppy Purcell, born on Friday 19 DecemberGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastFederal MP Josh Burns and Victorian MP Georgie Purcell have announced the birth of their daughter – w

Rabbi calls for acts of kindness in memory of Dan Elkayam and other victims of attack at Jewish event‘Left an immeasurable void’: Holocaust survivors, community heroes and ‘spirited child’ among victims of Bondi terror attackLike many friendships, Jesse Singer and Dan Elkayam’s had its own rituals.“

Chris Philp says Mary-Ann Stephenson is dismissing ‘legitimate concerns about mass migration’Resident doctors have said they will approach talks with Wes Streeting with a “can-do spirit” to avoid further strikes in the new year, as their five-day action ended this morning. Rowena Mason has the story

Vox doubles its seats in Extremadura as Socialist Workers’ party, mired in corruption scandals, loses 10 of its 28 seats Spain’s ruling Socialist Workers’ party (PSOE), already reeling from a series of corruption and sexual harassment scandals, has suffered another blow with a disastrous showing in

Conservatives claim government’s plan for higher welfare standards for farmed animals could undermine British agricultureGood morning. Parliament is in recess, ministers, like everyone else, are getting ready for Christmas, but the government does have a big announcement today – its animal welfare s

Mary-Ann Stephenson defends convention as ‘really important’ and warns against demonisation of migrantsTaking the UK out of a European human rights treaty to quell rightwing anger over immigration would be a mistake, the new chair of Britain’s equalities watchdog has said, as she warned against the

The picture was one of several removed from the DoJ website because of concerns raised by victims, said a US official.

It was one of several removed from the justice department website because of concerns from victims, said a US official.

Investors are flocking to precious metals amid geopolitical tensions and with more US interest rate cuts expected.

Whiskey brand, owned by Japanese drinks group Suntory, to close main distillery amid tariff uncertaintyThe maker of Jim Beam bourbon whiskey will halt production at its main site in Kentucky for all of 2026.The company said in a statement it would close its distillery in Clermont, Kentucky, until it

Authorities say they have seen an increase in gift cards being used in fraud in recent years.

Clare Lane says she had "no idea" she signed up to a subscription when she bought the items online.

Clare Lane says she had "no idea" she signed up to a subscription when she bought the items online.

US distillers face uncertainty after President Trump imposed tariffs on countries around the world.

New data suggests singing is much more common in primary and private schools than in state secondaries.

Expert tips to keep the festive spirit alive and avoid squabbles with relatives over Christmas.

Expert tips to keep the festive spirit alive and avoid squabbles with relatives over Christmas.

Saturday’s arrivals were the most on a single day in December and take the annual total to 41,455More than 800 people crossed the Channel in small boats on Saturday, a record for a day in December, according to the Home Office.December is traditionally one of the quietest months for Channel crossing

Tony Hudgell was joined by 26 families, including 61 children, on the "trip of a lifetime".

Dad-of-two Andrew, 42, shares what he has learned about grief since his wife's sudden death.

Two devoted scarecrows plan the perfect wedding – until a rival threatens everything

The Farooqi family have a chaotic Christmas in Lapland after a surprise bonus for Dad.

Author has strongly denied allegations of inappropriate behaviour which emerged last week.

Weather presenter Ruth Dodsworth says the festive season can be misery for domestic abuse victims.

The teenager says he felt the drama, which sparked a national debate, was 'more than a TV show'.

Stranger Things, Two Doors Down and The Celebrity Apprentice are among this year's highlights.

The shortage is due to a major supplier stopping manufacturing epidural bags, the government says.

Health experts have warned that the impact of the strike will be felt into the new year "and beyond".

BMA calls on Wes Streeting to be equally positive and says 11th-hour talks before five-day stoppage came too late but were encouragingResident doctors have said they will approach talks with Wes Streeting with a “can-do spirit” to avoid further strikes in the new year, as their five-day action ended

Resident doctors in England who went on strike over ongoing pay disputes will return to work on Monday.

The shortage is due to a major supplier stopping manufacturing epidural bags, the government says.

Survey adds to experts’ concern about addiction risk and highlights support for plan to ban sales to under-18sOne in eight teenagers aged 14 to 17 have used nicotine pouches, a survey has found, adding to health experts’ concern about their growing popularity.Users hold the small sachets, which look

Milder weather led to a bloom in the invertebrates in south Cornwall and Devon, wildlife charity saysRecord numbers of sightings of one of the world’s most intelligent invertebrates over the summer have led the Wildlife Trusts to declare 2025 “the year of the octopus” in its annual review of Britain

The first ever mass deployment of mother reef bricks aims to rebuild habitats – and could reshape the North SeaAllie Wharf’s career unfolded amid conflict. As a senior foreign producer for Newsnight, she reported on Iraq and Afghanistan. Just two years ago, she was filming mass graves in Ukraine.But

Michaela Benthaus from Germany soared 65 miles above the Earth’s surface in 10-minute Blue Origin flightA paraplegic engineer from Germany blasted off on a dream-come-true rocket ride with five other passengers on Saturday, leaving her wheelchair behind to float in space while beholding Earth from o

"It was the coolest experience!" said Michaela Benthaus after the 10-minute Blue Origin flight.

System operator Neso predicts lowest carbon intensity ever on Christmas Day after new wind and solar power come onlineBritain’s energy system operator has predicted that this year’s Christmas Day could be the greenest yet.If the weather remains mild and windy for the rest of December, the National E

Experts decry ‘neocolonialist’ Guinea-Bissau study after Trump administration changed advice for US babiesThe Trump administration has indicated that it will fund a $1.6m study on hepatitis B vaccination of newborns in the west African country of Guinea-Bissau, where nearly one in five adults live w

The Rugby Football League gives a new Salford team Championship membership for 2026, three weeks after the old club was wound up.

Australia legend Glenn McGrath says England must change their mentality towards Ashes tours in order to win series down under.

Women's Super League side West Ham appoint Rita Guarino as manager following the sacking of Rehanne Skinner.

Fikayo Tomori says his success at AC Milan shows English players "can go abroad and adapt to a different way of living".

Four siblings from Lancashire are still flying out to Australia despite England's Ashes loss after booking tickets for fourth and fifth Tests "12 months ago".

Four siblings from Lancashire are still flying out to Australia despite England's Ashes loss after booking tickets for fourth and fifth Tests "12 months ago".

Chris Bowen announces long-awaited policy aimed at lowering energy prices on Australia’s east coastFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe country’s three major LNG companies will be forced to set aside as much as a quarter

Presidential spokesperson says all those abducted by from a school in Niger state last month are now freeNigerian authorities say they have secured the release of a further 130 schoolchildren kidnapped from a Catholic school in November, after 100 were freed earlier this month.“Another 130 abducted

The actor and director recalls being followed by paparazzi, having her phone tapped, and people looking through her bins after she shot to fame.

Agency hit with legal threats and scathing outrage after Friday release includes limited, heavily redacted trove. This blog is now closed.Analysis: Trickle release signals move to bury Trump tiesPhotos from the first batch of Epstein filesA book titled Massage for Dummies was seen among the partial

Experts forecast spending will be more than 12% up on same period in 2024 after lucklustre figures so farRetailers are hoping for a last-minute dash for the shops this weekend after a lacklustre run-up to Christmas, with UK households forecast to spend £3.4bn, up more than 12% on the same weekend in

Generative AI tools have become hugely popular but some experts worry about the effect they have on the brain.

Danish foreign minister ‘deeply angered’ by move to send special envoy to territory Trump has threatened to annexDenmark has said it will summon the US ambassador after Donald Trump announced he had appointed a special envoy to Greenland, the Danish autonomous territory he has threatened to annex.“I

Around 300 people gather at Town Hall with some chanting ‘globalise the intifada’ in defiance of NSW state premier Hundreds have rallied in Sydney in support of Palestine and chanted a phrase the premier has sought to ban on the eve of a new legislation preventing protests.The New South Wales govern

Official says investigators are pursuing ‘numerous lines’ in inquiry, including whether Ukrainian intelligence were involvedSpeaking on NBC’s Meet the Press on Sunday, US senator Lindsey Graham said the American team negotiating with Russia and Ukraine to bring an end to the war are “overestimating”

Russia’s Investigative Committee says it is looking into whether Ukraine intelligence services were behind attackA Russian general has been killed after an explosive device detonated beneath his car in what Moscow described as a likely assassination carried out by Ukrainian intelligence services.Lt

The authorities confirm the remaining students abducted in Niger state last month have been released.

This blog is now closedPolice allege Bondi shooters had ‘tennis ball bomb’ and made IS-inspired video manifesto, court documents revealGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAlbanese orders review of AFP and Asio processes in lead-up to Bondi attackWhile he has resisted calls for