Entertainment
Karen Hauer Makes First Appearance After Strictly Axe, Supported by Boyfriend and Co-Stars
Strictly Come Dancing's longest-serving female professional Karen Hauer attended a London gala with boyfriend Simon Davidson, marking her first public appearance since being dropped from the BBC show alongside several other dancers.
Sports
Usman Khawaja Welcomes Third Daughter, Announces Retirement from First-Class Cricket
Australian cricket star Usman Khawaja and his wife Rachel have welcomed their third daughter, Amira Maya. The 39-year-old also confirms his retirement from first-class cricket after Queensland's Sheffield Shield exit.
Politics
Pentagon Denies Gum Chewing Allegation at Troop Transfer Ceremony
The Pentagon has denied reports that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was chewing gum ahead of a dignified transfer ceremony for six troops killed in the Iran war, as criticism mounts over the administration's handling of military commemorations.
Crime
Disgraced Police Officer Freed Early Flaunts Prison Life on TikTok
Former Greater Manchester Police constable Choni Kenny, who served just nine months of a near four-year sentence for misconduct, is now posting TikTok videos about prison while promoting cosmetic treatments.
Health
Weather
Cyclone Narelle Threatens Queensland with 230km/h Winds
Queensland residents face a final day to prepare as Tropical Cyclone Narelle, a category four storm, barrels towards the state with wind gusts up to 230km/h and heavy rainfall expected.
Northern Lights May Illuminate 18 US States Tonight
A G2 geomagnetic storm could make the aurora borealis visible across 18 northern US states tonight, offering a rare celestial display for residents far from city lights.
National Lottery Jackpot Hits £8.2 Million: Numbers Revealed
The National Lottery's rollover jackpot reached £8.2 million on Wednesday 18 March 2026. Winning Lotto numbers and prize details have been officially announced for the draw.
Hawaii Floods Cause Condo Collapse Amid Kona Low Storm
Historic flooding in Hawaii has caused a partial collapse of the Kihei Kai condominium building, with residents describing terrifying scenes as waters rose overnight. Maui County officials call the storm unprecedented, with widespread damage reported.
UK's Warmest Day of 2026 Sees Temperatures Peak at 20.9C
The UK recorded its highest temperature of 2026 so far, reaching 20.9C in Wales on Wednesday, with the Met Office predicting this marks a temporary peak before cooler conditions return.
UK Geography Mastery: Wednesday Test
How well do you know UK geography? Take our Wednesday test covering all aspects of British physical and human geography with 100 multiple-choice questions.
