A Northern Ireland primary school saw 170 pupils absent in a single day due to a mutated flu strain, with the headteacher comparing it to Covid times. Learn about the surge and the vital flu vaccine rollout.
Discover the story of Archway Tube station, which opened as Highgate in 1907 before its name was given to another station on the Northern line. Learn about its history and a 2006 derailment.
Planned closures on the Northern, Metropolitan & Piccadilly lines will affect London Underground travel this weekend, December 6-7. Check before you travel.
Joshua Dale Brown, an alleged childcare paedophile, has been hit with 83 new charges. Police reveal the scale of the investigation. Read the latest developments.
Win Srinavakool's ambitious London outpost brings Chiang Mai's khao soi to a buzzy Fitzrovia basement. Discover novel flavours, a chaotic vibe, and a must-try laab dib. Book your table now.
A dramatic dust storm, captured on video, engulfed the remote Tanami Desert in Australia's Northern Territory, showcasing the raw power of nature in the arid outback.
Workers at a remote Northern Territory gold mine describe being caught in a massive, two-day dust storm. Experts warn climate change may increase frequency, posing health and environmental risks. Read the full report.
The High Court has unanimously ruled a Northern Territory housing policy that tripled rent for remote Indigenous communities was unlawful. Discover the full story and its implications.
A 13-year-old boy has carried out a public execution in Afghanistan, shooting dead the man convicted of murdering his family. Read the full report on the Taliban's return to brutal justice.
Explore every stop on London's busiest Tube line. From its 19th-century origins to the 52 stations connecting the capital today, discover the Northern Line's vital role.
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Pressure mounts on ministers to approve TfL's bid for Great Northern services from Moorgate to Hertfordshire, promising improved frequency and station upgrades. Read the latest.
Irish politician Cara Hunter reveals how a malicious deepfake video nearly derailed her election campaign in 2022 and why she's now fighting for new laws to protect women from AI abuse.
A public inquiry hears evidence of a 'deliberate policy' to kill fighting-aged males in Afghanistan and a subsequent cover-up by senior UK special forces command.
A public inquiry hears a senior officer warned of a 'deliberate policy' to kill fighting-aged males in Afghanistan, with allegations of a cover-up reaching the highest levels of UK special forces command.
A senior whistleblower alleges UK special forces commanders suppressed evidence of unlawful killings in Afghanistan, including the shooting of children. The public inquiry continues.
A major power outage at Leeds station has caused widespread cancellation of train services. Passengers are advised not to travel. Full details on affected operators and ticket info.
Leeds crowned one of the UK's best places to live, offering top jobs outside London and affordable £281K average house prices. Discover why it's the perfect city break.
Prosecutors drop rape charges against two Romanian boys, citing new evidence. The case had triggered violent race riots in Northern Ireland, causing an exodus of Roma families.
Charges of attempted rape against two teenagers, an incident that triggered significant unrest in Ballymena, have been withdrawn by the Public Prosecution Service. Learn more about the case developments.
Explore stunning global photography from Chad to Iceland. Witness northern lights, winter lantern trails, and poignant human stories in our daily visual roundup.
Two National Guard members shot in Washington DC. The suspect, an Afghan evacuee, had ties to CIA-backed units, prompting a review of visa vetting.
Santos proposes drilling 12 fracking wells in the Beetaloo basin, raising major concerns over groundwater contamination and a potential NT fracking rush. Learn the environmental risks.
The beloved 90s series Northern Exposure is streaming again, sparking renewed interest with its stars launching a rewatch podcast. Discover the show's enduring legacy.
Essential guide to planned Tube and train closures across London this weekend, including Northern, Bakerloo and Elizabeth line disruptions. Plan your journey now.
Pakistan launches deadly airstrikes on Afghan province of Khost, killing 10 including nine children. Taliban accuses Pakistan of sovereignty violation amid escalating tensions.
Transport for London reveals Central Line received 1,651 complaints in 2025, though reports dropped 14% from 2024. Discover which lines saw improvements and TfL's safety pledge.
Three security force officers killed in a multi-pronged suicide attack on a paramilitary HQ in Peshawar. Get the latest updates on this developing story.
Asta Hill becomes Alice Springs' first Green mayor in a landmark election, signalling major political change for the Northern Territory community.
Charlie Calder-Potts became the British Army's youngest female war artist at 26, documenting Afghanistan conflict while being stalked by a suicide bomber. Discover her incredible journey.