
Expert comment and analysis on the latest UK news, with headlines from England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales.

Woman stabbed to death by angry partner before gas explosion, court told
A judge's daughter was allegedly stabbed to death by her "angry" partner who then triggered a gas explosion while trying to blow up their home in north London, a court has heard.
Wed, 06 May 2026 12:22:00 +0100
A judge's daughter was allegedly stabbed to death by her "angry" partner who then triggered a gas explosion while trying to blow up their home in north London, a court has heard.
Wed, 06 May 2026 12:22:00 +0100

Rocks thrown at Jewish community ambulance
The Metropolitan Police has announced a team of 100 extra officers to help tackle antisemitism in London - after a number of arrests were made over the weekend.
Wed, 06 May 2026 00:33:00 +0100
The Metropolitan Police has announced a team of 100 extra officers to help tackle antisemitism in London - after a number of arrests were made over the weekend.
Wed, 06 May 2026 00:33:00 +0100

How to follow the election results - an expert guide
Because there is no overnight counting in Scotland and Wales, it will be English council results shaping the breakfast headlines on 8 May.
Tue, 05 May 2026 15:45:00 +0100
Because there is no overnight counting in Scotland and Wales, it will be English council results shaping the breakfast headlines on 8 May.
Tue, 05 May 2026 15:45:00 +0100

Former council leader jailed for sex offences against victims as young as 14
A former SNP council leader who preyed on young men and boys has been jailed for 18 months.
Wed, 06 May 2026 09:00:00 +0100
A former SNP council leader who preyed on young men and boys has been jailed for 18 months.
Wed, 06 May 2026 09:00:00 +0100

Simple at-home test can predict Alzheimer's risk, says study
An at-home test can help predict a person's risk of getting Alzheimer's, according to a new study.
Wed, 06 May 2026 10:27:00 +0100
An at-home test can help predict a person's risk of getting Alzheimer's, according to a new study.
Wed, 06 May 2026 10:27:00 +0100

Boy, 13, arrested after petrol bombs thrown at police
A 13-year-old boy has been arrested after petrol bombs, bottles and fireworks were thrown at police vehicles in Londonderry.
Wed, 06 May 2026 07:48:00 +0100
A 13-year-old boy has been arrested after petrol bombs, bottles and fireworks were thrown at police vehicles in Londonderry.
Wed, 06 May 2026 07:48:00 +0100

'Not what we expected from you': Emily Roux on not making a profit and a tough conversation with a table of six
Every month, we interview top chefs from around the UK, hearing about their cheap food hacks, views on the industry and more. This time, we speak to Michelin-starred Emily Roux, the chef and co-owner of Caractere and daughter of Michel Roux.
Tue, 05 May 2026 18:11:00 +0100
Every month, we interview top chefs from around the UK, hearing about their cheap food hacks, views on the industry and more. This time, we speak to Michelin-starred Emily Roux, the chef and co-owner of Caractere and daughter of Michel Roux.
Tue, 05 May 2026 18:11:00 +0100

Boy, 15, among three arrested in police station car bomb probe
A 15-year-old boy, a man and a woman have been arrested by police investigating a car bomb attempt on a police station in Northern Ireland.
Wed, 06 May 2026 10:51:00 +0100
A 15-year-old boy, a man and a woman have been arrested by police investigating a car bomb attempt on a police station in Northern Ireland.
Wed, 06 May 2026 10:51:00 +0100

Bag of guns found discarded in street
Armed police were called after a bag of guns was found in a Glasgow street.
Wed, 06 May 2026 13:25:00 +0100
Armed police were called after a bag of guns was found in a Glasgow street.
Wed, 06 May 2026 13:25:00 +0100

Next plans 'moderate' price hikes as rising costs hit businesses
Next is planning "moderate" price increases this month as a closely watched survey of companies reports the fastest rise in cost pressures for three-and-a-half years.
Wed, 06 May 2026 09:39:00 +0100
Next is planning "moderate" price increases this month as a closely watched survey of companies reports the fastest rise in cost pressures for three-and-a-half years.
Wed, 06 May 2026 09:39:00 +0100