Counter terrorism police take over investigation into Ann Widdecombe's death
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

The man in custody has since been re-arrested on suspicion of commission, preparation or instigation of acts of terrorism, police say.

UK bans support for Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Shabana Mahmood will use new powers to ban support for the group, which has been linked to death threats and intimidation on British soil.

Heatwave to intensify in second week as wildfires burn across UK
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

After a brief drop in temperature many areas will see heat and humidity build again this week

More than 2,700 people may have died in exceptional May and June heatwaves in England and Wales
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Most deaths will have occurred in the June heatwave, experts say, when a rare red heat alert was issued.

'Hero, legend, sweetheart': Tributes to Jurassic Park actor Sam Neill, who has died aged 78
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Friends, politicians and fellow film stars remember Neill following his "sudden and unexpected" death.