Politics
Starmer's Government Shakes Up Media Access, Axes Daily Briefings
Sir Keir Starmer's government announces a radical overhaul of its media strategy, replacing daily briefings with ministerial news conferences. Political journalists express fury over the move.
Culture
World Pie Eating Champion Crowned in Wigan After 62-Second Feast
Tom O'Neil, 24, from Blackpool, devoured a meat and potato pie in just over a minute to win the World Pie Eating Championships in Wigan. The event was nearly marred by a cheating scandal involving a smuggled funnel.
Sports
Charlotte Dujardin's Return: Dressage Star Cleared After Whipping Ban
Olympic champion Charlotte Dujardin is set to return to competition after serving a ban for horse whipping. The FEI Tribunal has cleared her for the Dressage World Cup. Read the full story.
Business
MPs to Grill Vodafone Over 'Unjust' Franchisee Treatment and Mental Health Claims
Vodafone executives face parliamentary scrutiny over claims its commercial agreements harmed franchisees' mental health and finances. Read the full investigation.
Environment
Transport
Driverless Glasgow Subway Trains Coming in 2026
Glasgow's historic subway system is set for a revolutionary upgrade, with autonomous trains rolling out in late 2026. Discover the safety features and what it means for passengers.
Man in 60s killed in M25 crash near Orpington
A motorcyclist has died after a collision with a van on the M25 near Orpington. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage from the fatal incident.
Man boards Heathrow flight without passport or ticket
A man allegedly boarded a British Airways flight from Heathrow to Norway without travel documents, leading to a three-hour delay and a major security review. Read the full investigation.
Leeds tram delayed to late 2030s after review
The opening of Leeds's long-awaited £2.5bn tram system is delayed by 2-3 years to the late 2030s after a government review demanded a full business case. Read the latest on the mass transit project.
Pensioner hit by 4 Tube trains in Stratford station tragedy
A coroner warns of safety risks after Brian Mitchell was struck seven times by Jubilee line trains at Stratford station. Read the inquest findings and the family's call for change.