30,000 homes without water in Kent and Sussex
A major incident is declared after 30,000 properties lose water supply in Kent and Sussex. Schools close and hospitals are impacted as South East Water blames cold weather and Storm Goretti.
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Major water incident declared across Kent and Sussex
Kent County Council declares a major incident as thousands face water outages. Storm Goretti and power cuts blamed. Find out affected areas and where to get bottled water.
Film Review: Escape - Story of Japan's Most Wanted Fugitive
Review of 'Escape', a new film by former Japanese Red Army director Masao Adachi, exploring the life of fugitive Satoshi Kirishima. See it at London's ICA from 16 January.
Codename Badger: Podcast probes Major's secret life
A new true-crime podcast investigates claims that British Army Major Robbie Mills led a secret double life as a spy, and the mysterious man who infiltrated his family after his death. Listen to the shocking revelations.
Could conscription return to the UK? Experts debate
As the British Army shrinks to its smallest size since Napoleon, experts debate if conscription could return in a major war. Read the full analysis here.
Aleppo Evacuations Ordered Amid Syria-Kurdish Clashes
Fierce fighting in Aleppo displaces 140,000 as Syrian army clashes with US-backed Kurdish forces, threatening a wider conflict. Read the latest on the escalating crisis.
Storm Goretti: UK Braces for Heavy Snow and Disruption
The UK faces its first named storm of 2026 as Storm Goretti threatens heavy snow and severe gales. A major incident is declared in Aberdeenshire with widespread travel disruption expected. Follow the latest Met Office warnings.
Scotland Bank Holiday for World Cup First Match
First Minister John Swinney announces a national bank holiday on Monday 15 June 2026 following Scotland's first World Cup game against Haiti. Celebrate the historic qualification!
Scots get bank holiday for World Cup return
Scottish government employees will get a day off on 15 June 2026 to celebrate Scotland's first World Cup appearance since 1998. Find out if your business will follow suit.
King's Guard soldier reveals public's most annoying habit
A Lance Corporal in the King's Life Guard shares the realities of ceremonial duty, from TikTok pressures to meeting the late Queen. Discover the salary, training, and daily challenges.
2026's Major Sporting Events Guide
Your complete guide to 2026's packed sporting calendar, from the Australian Open and a historic Women's Test at Lord's to the FIFA World Cup and Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
Emmerdale actor's family upset by Bear's modern slavery story
Joshua Richards opens up on the personal impact of Emmerdale's harrowing modern slavery storyline, revealing his sister found it distressing due to their father's real-life depression.
Australia's Major Sporting Events for 2026 Revealed
Australia gears up for a blockbuster 2026 sporting year, hosting the Commonwealth Games and Women's Rugby World Cup while chasing glory abroad. Discover the key dates.
Major's No 10 apologised for Queen Mother telegram error
Newly-released files show John Major's Downing Street blamed BT for an 'improperly addressed' birthday message to the Queen Mother in 1994. Discover the royal protocol faux pas.
World's Longest Communist Insurgency Pauses for Christmas
Amid a global surge in conflicts, the Philippines' 56-year guerrilla war observes a rare annual Christmas ceasefire. Explore this tradition and what it reveals about the fraying world order.
Sky News joins Colombian army on border drug gang raid
Sky News joins Colombian troops on a perilous night mission into cartel territory on the Venezuela border, uncovering the scale of the cocaine trade and the growing terror threat. Read the full exclusive report.
Colombia's Night Raids on Drug Gangs at Venezuela Border
Sky News joins Colombian troops on a perilous night mission targeting cartels on the Venezuela border. Discover the industrial-scale labs and the 6-tonne cocaine haul left behind.
Brooks Koepka quits LIV Golf, PGA Tour return uncertain
Five-time major champion Brooks Koepka has left the Saudi-backed LIV Golf league after three years, citing family reasons. His potential return to the PGA Tour remains uncertain. Read the full story.
Major incident as sinkhole swallows boats in Shropshire
A major incident was declared after a 50-metre sinkhole opened on a Shropshire canal, swallowing boats. Ten people were rescued with no casualties reported. Watch the dramatic drone footage.
Shropshire sinkhole drains canal, swallows narrowboats
A major incident declared in Shropshire after a large sinkhole breached a canal near Whitchurch, swallowing narrowboats. Emergency services are on scene. No casualties reported.
Shropshire sinkhole drains canal, swallows narrowboats
A major incident declared after a large sinkhole breaches a canal near Whitchurch, swallowing boats. Emergency services are on scene. No casualties reported.
Shropshire sinkhole causes major incident on Whitchurch canal
A major incident is underway in Whitchurch, Shropshire, after a large sinkhole drained a canal section. Emergency services are on scene. No casualties reported. Follow for live updates.
Survivor helps Emmerdale expose modern slavery horrors
A survivor of modern slavery shares his harrowing story, now helping ITV's Emmerdale craft an authentic trafficking storyline. Discover the shocking reality and how the show is raising awareness.
24-Year-Old William Pitt Becomes Prime Minister in 1783
On this day in 1783, King George III appointed 24-year-old William Pitt the Younger as Prime Minister, ending a period of political chaos. Discover how the young leader defied expectations.
Ajax vehicle trials halted after soldier injured
The UK government has suspended all trials of the troubled Ajax armoured vehicle after another soldier reported vibration symptoms. Defence Minister Luke Pollard acted out of 'an abundance of caution'. Read the latest on the delayed £10m programme.
US admits fault in deadly Washington DC air crash
The US government has admitted liability for the January crash near Washington DC that killed 67 people, citing FAA and Army failures. Read the full report on the investigation.
Artist and scholar David Heathcote dies aged 94
Renowned British artist and art historian David Heathcote has passed away at 94. His influential work spanned painting, sculpture, and the preservation of Hausa crafts, with a major collection now at the British Museum.
M&S Charlton: Six in Hospital After Suspected Gas Leak
A suspected carbon monoxide leak at the M&S store in Charlton led to a major incident, with six staff members taken to hospital. Emergency services, including HART, responded. Read the latest updates.
Carbon Monoxide Leak at M&S Charlton: 35 Treated
A major incident was declared at M&S in Charlton after a suspected carbon monoxide leak. Emergency services are on scene. Avoid the area. Follow for live updates.
Franco-British photographer Ed Alcock exhibition in Paris
An exhibition of Franco-British photographer Ed Alcock's work, exploring Brexit, adolescence and working-class memory, runs at the Bibliothèque nationale de France until March 2026.
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