'We are at risk of a lost generation': One in six young people will not be in work or training in five years without action, report warns
Posted on Wednesday May 27, 2026

A major review examining the causes of rising youth unemployment says getting on the career ladder is now "out of reach" for many.

Burnham and Streeting accuse Blair of ignoring inequality as they hit back at ex-PM
Posted on Wednesday May 27, 2026

Labour mayor Burnham and former minister Streeting were responding to the former PM's 5,600-word essay.

Safety warning after nine water-related deaths during heatwave
Posted on Wednesday May 27, 2026

Charities urge people to take precautions after at least nine people died after getting into difficulty in water during the warm weather.

Jill Biden says she thought husband was 'having a stroke' during 2024 debate
Posted on Wednesday May 27, 2026

The former US first lady told CBS News that she was frightened by Joe Biden's performance against Donald Trump.

Family of mum, 30, shot dead outside Sheffield bar pay tribute to 'beautiful soul'
Posted on Wednesday May 27, 2026

Shanice Brookes, 30, worked for a charity and was studying for a university degree, her family say.