Girl, 13, heard voices before fatal stabbing, trial told
A 13-year-old girl accused of murder was gripped by a severe mental disorder that impaired her judgment, a psychologist told Lincoln Crown Court. The trial continues.
A 13-year-old girl accused of murder was gripped by a severe mental disorder that impaired her judgment, a psychologist told Lincoln Crown Court. The trial continues.
A teenager accused of stabbing a woman to death in Wellingborough told a court she heard voices telling her to harm others. The trial continues at Lincoln Crown Court.
Richard Hughes's resignation as OBR chair follows budget leak chaos. Experts warn the search for a credible successor is vital for UK fiscal governance and market confidence. Read the analysis.
A professor invokes Bertrand Russell to critique the uncertain maths behind UK fiscal forecasts. Plus, readers debate benefits, crosswords, and place names in our letters section. Share your view.
Keir Starmer defends Chancellor Rachel Reeves, revealing he personally weighed breaking a manifesto pledge on income tax. Analysis shows his political survival is now bound to hers. Read the full story.
Richard Hughes, chair of the Office for Budget Responsibility, has resigned. The move follows intense scrutiny of the watchdog's economic forecasts and exposes the government's delicate balancing act between political promises and market demands.
Richard Hughes resigns as OBR chair after an inquiry into the early release of Rachel Reeves's budget. Read the full report on the watchdog's 'worst failure'.
Office for Budget Responsibility chairman Richard Hughes has resigned after sensitive details of Rachel Reeves's Budget were published prematurely. Follow for the latest political updates.
The UK's budget watchdog calls for a total overhaul of its sensitive publication process after a technical error released forecasts early. Read the full report and recommended changes.
The Office for Budget Responsibility calls its accidental early release of key Budget details the 'worst failure' in its history. Discover the full story and what happens next.
PM Keir Starmer defends Chancellor Rachel Reeves and addresses the OBR budget leak, calling it a 'serious error'. He also reveals he considered breaking a key manifesto pledge. Read the latest.
An 11-year-old boy will not face prosecution for an alleged stabbing at a Melbourne primary school due to Victoria's age of criminal responsibility. Discover the full story and its implications.
Business leaders express disappointment as Rachel Reeves' budget offers few pro-growth initiatives despite OBR's bleak forecasts. Discover the key takeaways and industry reactions.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils a £26bn tax rise package but sidesteps questions on her political future. Economic growth forecasts downgraded. Read the full analysis.
A major Budget leak by the OBR forces Chancellor Rachel Reeves into an embarrassing position, echoing Hugh Dalton's 1947 resignation scandal. Discover the parallels in Westminster's history of financial secrecy.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves responds with fury to a major Budget leak by the OBR minutes before her Commons statement. Follow for live updates on this breaking political story.
A 13-year-old girl accused of murdering Marta Bednarczyk was not suffering from depression, a court hears. The teen admits unlawful killing but denies murder. Read the latest from the trial.
New report reveals UK could create 5,400 jobs and £900m economic value annually by ending plastic waste exports by 2030. Campaigners urge closing export loophole.
Malaysia plans to ban social media for children under 16 in 2026, following Australia's lead in a global push for online safety. Discover the new digital age limits.
A grieving family accuses Liverpool City Council of inaction after their parents died in a flooded underpass. Read the full investigation into this preventable tragedy.
The BBC drama Responsible Child, now number one on Netflix, is based on the tragic real-life case of Jerome Ellis. Discover the true story behind the gripping film.
A 10-year-old boy in Tennessee triggered a frantic police search after driving his mother's car home following a disagreement. Read the full story of this shocking joyride.
Roblox rolls out mandatory video selfie age checks for private messaging. New system aims to enhance child safety on the popular gaming platform. Learn about the changes.
A 13-year-old girl is on trial for murder after allegedly stabbing Marta Bednarczyk over 140 times. The court heard the attack was premeditated. Read the latest from the trial.
Roblox rolls out mandatory video selfie age checks for private messaging. New safeguards aim to protect young users from online risks. Discover the platform's latest safety measures.
Roblox is implementing a new age verification system and age-based chat groups to enhance child safety on its platform. Learn how these changes will protect younger users.
Amazon removed a controversial baby outfit from its UK and US sites for violating content guidelines. The incident raises serious questions about corporate responsibility and consumer protection.
The DWP reveals 910,000 eligible families are missing out on Pension Credit, worth an average of £4,300 annually. Check your eligibility now for vital financial support.
The TUC warns Britain's budget watchdog is hardwired for austerity and strangling growth. Read why a major review is demanded before the autumn budget.
Exclusive investigation reveals how Axel Rudakubana's parents missed multiple warning signs before their son's fatal stabbing spree in Southport, raising urgent questions about parental responsibility and youth violence prevention.