Plans submitted to give former Chelmsford bank new lease of life
The unit is currently empty after the bank moved out last year
Trump signs bombshell travel ban restricting people from 19 countries from entering the US
President Trump banned visitors from 12 countries from entering the United States and restricted travelers from seven other nations. He indicated one more country could be added to the list.
Sex assault horror across Paris after PSG Champions League win: Shocking footage shows huge mob surround terrified women's car and smash window as other victims describe sexual violence
Shocking video has shown how a mob attacked a pair of young women, screaming at them and smashing its windows in as they tried to drive through the city.
Health chiefs' urgent warning over record highs of deadly measles - are YOU in a hotspot?
As cases rise in parts of England officials warn there could be a fresh wave of infections as Britons return from their summer holidays with measles surging in Europe.
Essex commuter town where Frank Lampard, Eddie Hearn and Pixie Lott all grew up
The Essex commuter town has been home to a number of famous faces, including former Chelsea star Frank Lampard, singer Pixie Lott and more
HMRC: Crooks broke into 100k accounts, stole £43M from British taxpayer in late 2024
It’s definitely not a cyberattack though! Really!
The UK's tax collections agency says cyberbaddies defrauded it of £47 million ($63 million) late last year, but insists the criminal case was not a cyberattack.…
Heartbroken girlfriend reveals genius way she dumped her cheating ex after finding out he'd been texting another woman
Melissa Viegas, 23, from Manchester, found out her boyfriend at the time had been 'sexting' another woman so started plotting a revenge plan.
Doctor was 'astounded' at how quickly cricket star Steve James' daughter deteriorated before her death - and tells inquest earlier treatment would not have saved 21-year-old
Bethan James, 21, the daughter of former England cricketer Steve James, died just a few hours after being admitted to the University Hospital of Wales
Woman ditches fake tan for a year and notices five major changes
A woman who had been using fake tan for years found herself feeling 'unready' without it - but after ditching the beauty product for a year, she's noticed some surprising changes
Hotelier who spent £55k building his own canal and 'giant cupcake' in back garden 'fears for his business' ahead of showdown with council
Stephen Cuddy made headlines after building his own mini-canal system with narrowboat - but that, and a cupcake-shaped wedding venue, were built without planning permission.
Hollywood legend, 51, looks unrecognisable on the set of new NFL movie - but can YOU guess who it is?
A Hollywood legend looked completely unrecognisable on the set of his new NFL movie this week.
Freddy Brazier, 20, looks besotted as he enjoys first date with controversial influencer, 22, once blasted for dating a 16-year-old - as he takes his mind off family feud
The son of Jeff Brazier and the late Jade Goody, 20, was beaming from ear to ear over drinks with social media star Tasha Newcombe, 22, in London.
How to get to Tottenham Hotspur stadium from Essex as Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter tour begins
Those travelling from Essex have a choice of routes to get there on time
Free School Meals and Universal Credit update issued as major change introduced
It could have a huge impact on many families
Private school pupil numbers dip by 11,000 after VAT hike - but Labour STILL claims controversial tax isn't causing exodus
Official government figures show numbers at independent schools have taken a disproportionately large hit since fee VAT came in.
California Court Says Holding Phone For Maps While Driving is Illegal
California law prohibits "operating" a mobile phone while driving. And that makes it illegal for a driver to hold a cellphone in order to look at a map, a state appeals court ruled this week. From a report: In a 2016 law intended to strengthen previous restrictions, "the Legislature intended to prohibit all handheld functions of wireless telephones while driving" and "to encourage drivers to keep their eyes on the road," said the 6th District Court of Appeal.
A Superior Court panel had reversed a driver's conviction for a traffic infraction and $158 fine in San Jose, ruling that the law prohibited only "actively using or manipulating" a hand-held phone for actions such as talking or listening, browsing the internet or playing video games while driving. The appeals court reinstated the conviction and the fine, in a ruling that could set a statewide standard unless it is narrowed or overturned on appeal.
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A 'nightmare double war' against Russia and China faces the West within two years as Putin challenges NATO and Beijing eyes Taiwan invasion, military chiefs fear
General Sir Patrick Sanders, the former head of the British army, revealed the Ministry of Defence has drawn up plans to respond to wars on two fronts.
Model is hauled to court after being attacked by mother and daughter in furious nightclub toilets catfight
Bethany Brown left 23-year-old Amelia Begg with a bloody nose after attacking her when she was slapped by Amelia's mother, Heather, 40.
People left with a 'headache' after discovering bizarre island-in-a-lake-on-an-island-in-a-lake-on-an-island - as one vents 'my brain cells hurt'
Located in remote northern Canada, this is the world's largest island-in-a-lake-on-an-island-in-a-lake-on-an-island.
US warns Starmer it is 'important' UK hits new Nato target for spending 3.5% of GDP on defence as Labour struggles to balance the books
Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth delivered the message as he met ministers from the military alliance in Brussels.