Record 230 people cross Channel in one small boat
Posted on Monday August 10, 2026

The Home Office says it shows the "reckless and dangerous tactics" used by gangs "cramming ever greater numbers on to unseaworthy vessels".

Travelodge staff gave domestic abuser key to his victim's room
Posted on Monday August 10, 2026

A woman tells the BBC her attacker kicked her hotel room door "off its hinges" after reception gave him the key.

Consortium including Jeff Bezos advances talks for stake in Liverpool FC
Posted on Monday August 10, 2026

A group including Amazon founder Jeff Bezos advances its talks to buy about a 30% stake in Liverpool, BBC Sport has been told.

Ex-Cambridge professor Jason Arday cancels live event after plagiarism row
Posted on Monday August 10, 2026

One talk by Arday is "cancelled at the request of the speaker" and others are removed from listings.

At least 13 killed in Ukrainian drone strike deep into Russia
Posted on Monday August 10, 2026

Russian officials say another 75 people were injured by the attack - one of the deadliest Ukrainian drone attacks since Moscow's full-scale invasion.