Jason Arday, ex-Cambridge professor at centre of plagiarism row, found dead
Posted on Friday August 14, 2026

His family said it was "in shock to have lost this amazing father, partner, brother, uncle and son" after the academic was found dead in London on Friday.

Fires prompt national alert as 19 homes destroyed
Posted on Friday August 14, 2026

The prime minister said 37 fires were currently burning across England and Wales

Temporary ban on sale of disposable BBQs over wildfire risk
Posted on Friday August 14, 2026

Single-use grills pose a "significant risk to the public" in current drought and heatwave conditions, the government warns.

Mangione admits killing healthcare CEO and pleads guilty to federal charges
Posted on Friday August 14, 2026

"I shot Mr Thompson in Manhattan and he died," the 28-year-old said after pleading guilty to charges of stalking resulting in death.

Derailed Essex to London train leads to travel chaos
Posted on Friday August 14, 2026

More than 60 patients were checked over by ambulance crews but all were discharged at the scene.