Silent Witness Episode Shuffle Confuses Fans After Birmingham Incident
BBC's Silent Witness fans expressed confusion as a previously pulled episode finally aired, following a schedule change due to a real-life incident in Birmingham.
Category : Politics
Inquest Into Death of Peter Falconio's Killer Announced
Australian authorities have scheduled a one-day inquest into the death of Bradley Murdoch, convicted of killing British backpacker Peter Falconio in 2001. The hearing will examine his final moments.
Zaluzhnyi Reveals Rift with Zelenskyy in AP Interview
Valerii Zaluzhnyi, Ukraine's former army chief and top political rival to President Zelenskyy, discloses tensions over war strategy and a 2022 office raid in an exclusive AP interview.
Ukraine-Russia Talks in Geneva Continue with No Breakthrough
Ukrainian and Russian envoys hold a second day of US-mediated talks in Geneva, with both sides still far apart on peace terms as fighting persists.
Radcliffe: Let New Harry Potter Stars 'Get On With It'
Daniel Radcliffe has called on Harry Potter fans and the press to stop comparing the new HBO reboot cast to the original stars, urging them to let the young actors forge their own path.
Gran Attacks Staff with Shoe After Late Restaurant Arrival
Mary McGinley, 42, hit a waiter with her high heel and tried to punch a chef at a Liverpool steakhouse after arriving late. Staff defended themselves with chairs and bear hugs.
Sharron Davies Fights Speeding Ticket, Blames Poor Signage
Former Olympic swimmer Baroness Sharron Davies will appear in court over a speeding fine, arguing unclear signage on the M4 led to her violation. The 63-year-old peer maintains her innocence despite past advocacy for strict road laws.
Australia Refuses Repatriation of 34 from Syrian Camps (18.02.2026)
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confirms Australia will not repatriate 34 women and children with alleged IS ties from Syria, citing no sympathy for those who joined the caliphate.
Infantino Gets Lebanese Passport in Beirut, Defying Citizenship Norms
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has formally collected his Lebanese passport in Beirut, granted through a special exception to nationality laws that typically restrict such transfers.
Welsh FM's Slow Starmer Support Due to Busy Schedule
Cabinet minister Jo Stevens explains Baroness Eluned Morgan's delayed backing for Keir Starmer amid resignation calls, citing her demanding role as First Minister of Wales.
Sharon Stone Questions Ageing Fear at Hollywood Premiere
Sharon Stone, 67, showcased her ageless beauty at The Bluff premiere in Los Angeles, while speaking out against societal pressures to fear ageing and embrace cosmetic procedures.
Australia Blocks Citizen's Return from Syria Over IS Links
The Australian government has issued a temporary exclusion order preventing a citizen with alleged Islamic State ties from returning from a Syrian detention camp.
BAE Systems Profits Leap 12% Amid Defence Spending Boom
Europe's largest defence contractor, BAE Systems, reports record underlying earnings of £3.32 billion for 2025, a 12% increase, driven by heightened global security challenges and surging defence budgets worldwide.
JD Vance Criticises Fox News Polling, Defends Trump Economy
Vice President JD Vance dismissed a Fox News poll showing Democrats ahead in the 2026 midterms, calling it the 'worst' polling. He defended Trump's economic record and blamed sanctuary cities for immigration chaos.
Star Search Finale: Gellar, Teigen Glamour as TJ Salta Wins
Sarah Michelle Gellar and Chrissy Teigen dazzled at the Star Search live finale, where magician TJ Salta claimed the $500,000 prize. The Netflix reboot featured a new voting system and nostalgic nods.
RAF Chief Admits Arctic Operational Challenges in Strategic Shift
The head of the RAF has acknowledged Britain's air force would struggle in sub-zero Arctic temperatures, citing decades of focus on Middle East conflicts. This comes as the UK shifts focus to the High North amid geopolitical tensions.
Minister Denies Youth Wage Hike Causes Unemployment Amid U-Turn Claims
Welsh Secretary Jo Stevens insists plans to equalise minimum wage for young workers remain unchanged, despite rising youth unemployment figures and reports of a potential government U-turn.
Amsterdam Easiest European City for UK Relocation
New research reveals Amsterdam as the simplest European city for Brits to move to, with Berlin and Frankfurt following. UK emigration surged over 6% in 2025.
Radcliffe Urges Fans to Let New Harry Potter Cast 'Get On With It'
Daniel Radcliffe has called on Harry Potter fans and media to stop asking the new TV series stars about him, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint, urging support for the fresh adaptation.
Air Force One Repainted in Trump's Preferred Colors
Air Force One jets are undergoing a repaint in a red, white, blue, and gold design, replacing the classic blue and white. The change, initiated during Trump's first term, includes VIP fleet aircraft.
How Reform UK's Policies Could Affect British Families
An analysis of Reform UK's key policy proposals reveals potential impacts on workers' rights, equality laws, benefits, and public services if the party gains power.
Prue Leith Stuns at London Fashion Week with Bake Off Support
Dame Prue Leith, 86, dazzled on the London Fashion Week catwalk, supported by Bake Off friends Matt Lucas and Alison Hammond, weeks after announcing her departure from the show.
Starmer Backs Trump's Gaza Peace Plan in Phone Call
Prime Minister Keir Starmer reiterated his support for Donald Trump's 20-point Gaza peace plan during a phone call, as Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper prepares to chair a UN Security Council meeting.
Zelenskyy Slams Trump Pressure in Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accuses Donald Trump of unfair pressure in peace negotiations, as talks in Geneva enter a second day with low expectations for breakthroughs.
US Claims Progress in Tense Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks
US special envoy Steve Witkoff reports meaningful progress in Donald Trump's efforts to end the Ukraine war, as tense six-hour talks in Geneva conclude without a breakthrough.
Jenrick's Reform Speech Slams Net Zero and OBR
Robert Jenrick, Reform UK's new Treasury spokesman, will criticise net zero as a Bank of England distraction and challenge OBR migration estimates in his inaugural speech today.
Trump's Aid Cuts: Congress Fights Back with $50bn Health Deal
President Trump signs a $50bn health aid package after congressional pushback, but analysis shows a 6% cut in global health funding, raising long-term concerns for HIV and maternal care.
Climber on Trial After Girlfriend Dies on Austrian Peak
A climber faces charges of gross negligent manslaughter after his girlfriend died of hypothermia on Grossglockner. Prosecutors allege he abandoned her in extreme conditions.
Lord Advocate Faces Calls Over Email to FM on Murrell Charges
Scotland's top prosecutor is under pressure after revealing she emailed First Minister John Swinney about Peter Murrell's embezzlement charges before they were made public, sparking Conservative accusations of special treatment.
BAE Systems Profits Soar in Defence Spending 'New Era'
Europe's largest defence contractor reports record earnings of £3.32 billion for 2025, with sales hitting £30.66 billion amid heightened global security concerns.
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