British troops will be allowed to fire on Russian forces if they come under attack while peacekeeping in Ukraine, Western officials reveal
Western troops deployed to Ukraine could return fire in self-defence if confronted by Moscow's forces, though any such threat would more likely come from drones than direct gunfire.
John Lewis enlists Dame Kristin Scott Thomas to kick off Christmas in tearjerker squarely aimed at glamorous grandmas: LAURA CRAIK
This year's ad, out today, may not be the weepiest the 162-year-old department store has ever produced, but it could still prove to be a tearjerker among the older shoppers.
PROFESSOR DOUG STOKES: Ending slavery cost Britain far more than it ever profited from the trade. The demand for reparations is simply blackmail
It's a ludicrous, mendacious demand. The fact that the woman leading the charge for the Greens is the descendant of African slavers herself underlies the sickening opportunism of it all.
Police renew appeal in the hunt for Charlene Downes: £100,000 reward for information over disappearance of Blackpool schoolgirl - after mystery linked to a kebab shop, paedophile and criminal underworld
Charlene was last seen at the end of an alleyway on Abingdon Street in Blackpool, on November 1, 2003, after meeting a friend on North Pier.
UK.gov lacks understanding of climate impact, says watchdog
Risks of changing climate and cost of transition to low-carbon energy poorly measured by government departments
Beresfords Group wins six titles at International Property Awards 2026
Beresfords property group in Essex has landed six awards at the International Property Awards 2026.
Beresfords Group wins six titles at International Property Awards 2026
Beresfords property group in Essex has landed six awards at the International Property Awards 2026.
Colin Farrell's incredible bond with son James, 23, whose battle with a rare neurological disease inspired embattled actor to turn his life around
Colin turned his life around for the better when his eldest son James, 23, was diagnosed with a rare neurological disease called Angelman syndrome aged two.
Ryanair warns of 'dramatic' price rises for summer 2027 flights as boss tells holidaymakers to book now - and reveals staff could face pay freezes
Amid jet fuel price rises, Ryanair has said it is considering temporary pay freezes for staff - as well as lowering crewing ratios.
Recap as drivers face 90-minute delays on M25 after serious crash
Drivers are facing delays of more than 90 minutes due to a crash on the M25 near Waltham Abbey
Celebrity Traitors winner Sebastian Croft reveals he fainted and was assisted by medics in 'embarrassing' moment cut from the show after gruelling grave-digging challenge
The actor, 24, said he was rushed to medics after collapsing in the unaired scene as he explained he was pushed him to his limits in a grave-digging task.
Trump launches attack on Iran on eve of midterm elections
Donald Trump has authorized defensive strikes on Iranian targets on Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz just one day before the midterm elections.
Mahmood's immigration climbdown is STILL not enough for Labour MPs - as they complain Channel boat arrivals will have to wait too long for settled status
A series of concessions unveiled last night mean that of 1.9million foreign nationals due to become eligible for settlement by 2030, only 500,000 will end up waiting longer.
Delays of more than an hour on M25 following serious crash
Drivers face standstill traffic on the M25 after a serious crash near Waltham Abbey in Essex.
Raspberry Pi hikes prices again, barely a month after the last round
Memory crunch pushes 16GB Pi 5 to $385, more than triple its launch price, just a month after the last round of hikes
A View to a Chill: Duran Duran star John Taylor is back in Britain after 30 years in California - and wants to build a pilates studio at his historic manor house home
The Duran Duran bass player found the perfect safe haven to escape his addictions after buying a Spanish-style villa in the Hollywood Hills three decades ago.
Essex delivery driver sexually assaulted woman in her own home
Kekec was granted conditional bail and must reappear at court next month
How many Premium Bonds millionaires have been made in YOUR area? More have won £1m in Surrey than Wales!
This week marks 70 years since Premium Bonds went on sale, creating what would become one of the most recognised financial products ever launched.
Drivers facing THREE WEEKS of closures on major route this month
Drivers using the A120 are to face three weeks of overnight closures due to roadworks undertaken by National Highways.
Drivers facing THREE WEEKS of closures on major route this month
Drivers using the A120 are to face three weeks of overnight closures due to roadworks undertaken by National Highways.