Former DUP leader Donaldson sentenced to 15 years in prison for child sex abuse
Posted on Thursday October 15, 2026

Jeffrey Donaldson was convicted of 18 counts of sex abuse, including one of rape, which he committed against two women when they were children.

Man killed by tiger climbed two fences before suffering multiple injuries, inquest hears
Posted on Thursday October 15, 2026

William Chapman climbed two fences to enter a tiger's pen at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, an inquest hears.

Russell Brand accuser says alleged rape left her afraid she may be pregnant
Posted on Thursday October 15, 2026

The 51-year-old faces three counts of rape, three charges of sexual assault and one of indecent assault.

Severe drought declared in parts of southern England
Posted on Thursday October 15, 2026

Reservoir levels continue to drop after a hot summer and less September rain than normal.

Watch: Swimmer's emotional TV plea for cancer research leads to meeting with PM
Posted on Thursday October 15, 2026

Scottish athlete, Archie Goodburn, who was diagnosed with three inoperable brain tumours two years ago, met Andy Burnham after an appeal for more investment into brain cancer research.