Pugnacious, charismatic and she always answered the question - Chris Mason on Ann Widdecombe
Posted on Friday July 10, 2026

Plenty in Westminster who knew her, whether they agreed with her or not, found her immensely likeable.

US wants Iran to pledge to stop shooting at ships in Strait of Hormuz
Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026

Vice-President JD Vance is among US officials expected to take part in negotiations resuming on Saturday in Oman.

Spain battles to contain one of its deadliest wildfires as at least 12 killed
Posted on Saturday July 11, 2026

At least four Britons are believed to be among the victims of the blaze, which left another 23 people missing.

Chaos and confusion reign as Harry loses media battle
Posted on Friday July 10, 2026

Team Sussex has had a bumpy last seven days in the UK, which was meant to focus on the Invictus Games.

Meet the crypto billionaires building a world where money buys you a vote
Posted on Friday July 10, 2026

They think democracy has run its course - so they're setting up their own nations instead.