Three ways to watch the solar eclipse safely without glasses
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

With some shops running out of stock, it may be too late to buy eclipse glasses - but you can still safely watch the spectacle using some household items.

Early release scheme risks more serious crimes, probation chief warns
Posted on Wednesday August 12, 2026

The chief inspector of probation for England and Wales tells the BBC services are already under "unprecedented pressure".

Woman assaulted by double murderer says nightmare became 'real life' when police let him attack again
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

Serial sex offender Simon Levy went on to murder two women and rape a third after a series of disastrous decisions that left him free to roam the streets.

Burnham to chair Cobra meeting on extreme heat as temperatures surge again
Posted on Wednesday August 12, 2026

The Government will meet to discuss this summer's record-breaking heat as the tally for days above 30C in the UK is broken.

Serious failings found in new military crimes unit, leaked report finds
Posted on Wednesday August 12, 2026

A leaked internal review warns of concerns about a new unit investigating the most serious crimes.