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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor can be called to give evidence in fraud trial, judge rules

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor can be called to give evidence in a High Court trial regarding fraud allegations against a Turkish businessman, a judge has ruled.

Part of Brighton's West Pier collapses into the sea as Storm Austen batters UK

Footage widely shared online shows the right-side of the famous landmark collapsing into the water as it is battered by large waves

Edinburgh councillors to vote on extension for tenants evicted from arts hub

Multiple councillors are set to raise the issue at Full Council on Thursday, October 29, to support the affected artists and potentially delay their eviction.

River of Light cancelled 'in the interest of safety' as weather warning issued

There will be changes in place ahead of opening night of River of Light

Mum sobs in court after admitting killing her three children

Yasmeen Ali, 44, has been detained indefinitely in hospital after admitting to killing her three children at their Bristol home in February 2024, with mental health services acknowledging failings in her care

Mamdani loves Arsenal. He should challenge them to cut ties with the UAE over Sudan | Sasha Lezhnev and John Prendergast

The New York mayor’s passion for the Gunners and human rights presents an opportunity to push back on the club’s lucrative UAE sponsorship Like him or not, there is no doubt that New York mayor Zohran Mamdani’s passion…

Former Radio 1 DJ Tim Westwood in court charged with two further offences

£20,000 reward offered after man found dead in ‘awful circumstances’ inside Birmingham flat

Crimestoppers is offering the sum for information given anonymously that leads to the conviction of the person responsible for Jinming Zhang’s death

Fancy a coffee? This new coffee stand opened in an unusual spot in in Eastbourne

Meet the owner of Eastbourne’s newest coffee vendor in a location you may not expect.

Stirling Council supremo hosts workshop to encourage women in politics

The special online event will take place next month and focuses on improving the number of women councillors ahead of the local elections next year.

Sussex Police looking for vulnerable Burgess Hill teenager

Mid Sussex Police are looking for a 17-year-old reported missing from Burgess Hill

The Broadway to lose big name retailer as closure message issued

Many customers will be sad to see it close

How to work smarter: a productivity expert’s guide to managing time, energy and focus

Productivity expert Liz Hardwick shares practical strategies for planning your day, staying focused and managing tasks, putting the Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra’s multitasking tools to the test along the way

Pensioners to lose £1,600 under Labour’s plans to scrap triple lock, new analysis shows

The government has said it will change the pension policy from 2030

Stirling venues set for festive cheer as premises offered extended hours

The special extensions will run from December 11 until January 2 to run through the Christmas and New Year period.

Be Ready: Here are all 15 items you should stockpile in case of emergencies from extreme weather to cyber attacks - as recommended by the UK Government

A few basic supplies will mean that you can easily sit tight in the event of an emergency.

Arun District Council 'urges caution' on coast as Storm Austen brings powerful waves

Residents, visitors and dog walkers are being urged to stay away from dangerous sea conditions by Arun District Council as Storm Austen brings strong winds and rough seas to the Sussex coast.

Lisburn murder accused to stand trial for death of Barry Furfey

Mum sentenced for killing her three children

Yasmeen Ali, 44, is given an indefinite hospital order after admitting their manslaughter.

'Important moment' - Dewsbury Market's £18m revamp gets underway

Work getting underway on an £18m revamp to Dewsbury Market is an “important moment’ for the town, a senior councillor has said.

Timeline of events in case of Bristol mum who killed three young children

She was given an indefinite hospital order

The gifted student with the world at her feet, and her stepfather who hid a twisted obsession

Nathan Owens has been sentenced after harbouring a sexual obsession with his teenage stepdaughter for years

Person dies after being hit by train in Loughborough

The incident caused major disruption on the regional rail network

Glasgow demands safer streets for women and girls as students to protest next month

“We believe that, women, trans and non-binary people and those presenting as female, have the right to walk the streets at night without the fear of sexual and gendered violence."