Iran threatens to block more trade routes as US launches fresh strikes
Posted on Wednesday July 15, 2026

US President Donald Trump vowed to strike Iran's bridges and power plants next week if the country does not return to talks.

Three men who raped woman on Brighton beach jailed
Posted on Wednesday July 15, 2026

The rapists carried out a "cynical, predatory and callous" attack, jurors were told.

England close in on immortality with biggest match since 1966
Posted on Wednesday July 15, 2026

England face Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals on Wednesday - and BBC Sport's Phil McNulty explains why it is the Three Lions' biggest match since 1966.

Travellers warned of methanol poisoning risks in new campaign
Posted on Wednesday July 15, 2026

Holidaymakers are urged to understand the dangers and symptoms of methanol poisoning.

UK's extreme weather is the new normal, Met Office says
Posted on Wednesday July 15, 2026

The latest report on the UK's climate warns cold mountainous areas are also being lost.