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Woman accused of murdering sister stole diamond-encrusted Rolex, court hears
A woman accused of killing her film director sister allegedly slashed her in the neck and stole her diamond-encrusted Rolex watch, a court has heard.
Man jailed after grooming 14-year-old girl on Roblox gaming app
A man has been sentenced to 28 months in prison after grooming a 14-year-old girl on the gaming platform Roblox.
Four arrested as hundreds of suspected stolen phones are found
Police have seized more than 500 suspected stolen phones from a shop in London - as four men are arrested.
Diesel and jet fuel shortages for some time, IMF warns
The world will experience diesel and jet fuel shortages "for some time" because of the war in Iran, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
Both drivers killed in two-car crash
Two men have died following a car crash in the Scottish Borders.
British man in court for leading fighters in African Islamist terror group
A British man has appeared in court accused of fighting as a platoon leader for Somalia-based Islamist terrorist group Al Shabaab.
British man charged with directing Somalia-based terror group
A British man has been charged with directing the activities of Somalia-based Islamist terrorist group Al Shabaab.
Four people die off French coast during attempt to cross English Channel
Two men and two women have died after attempting to cross the English Channel in a small boat, French authorities have said.
Pub bag snatcher jailed for making off with £2m Faberge egg and gold watch
A man who stole a handbag containing a Faberge egg and watch - worth about £2m combined - has been jailed for more than two years.
Channel 4 have pulled the final Great Celebrity Bake Off episode - this is why
The final episode of The Great Celebrity Bake Off For Stand Up To Cancer has been cancelled over allegations made against Scott Mills.
The photo that left people so aghast they thought it was AI
The RSPCA has been forced to deny a photo of dozens of dogs crammed into a living room was AI-generated.
Primrose Hill stabbing victim named by police
A man stabbed to death on London's Primrose Hill has been named by police as Finbar Sullivan.
New treatment offers 'hope' for children with rare and aggressive cancers
A new cancer trial, which aims to train the immune systems of children and young people to fight the disease, offers a "real sense of hope", according to the chief executive of a company funding it.
Body recovered from lake in search for missing boy
A body has been recovered in the search for a 17-year-old who got into difficulty in a Cumbrian lake.
UK temperatures to reach 26C - before cooler weather arrives
Temperatures in parts of the UK are expected to hit 26C (78.8F) on Wednesday as part of what is likely to be the warmest early April spell in six years.
BBC breached editorial standards over BAFTAs racial slur
The inclusion of a racial slur during the broadcast of the BAFTAs was a breach of the BBC's editorial standards, a review has found.
Footballer in court charged with drink-driving
Rangers star Dujon Sterling has appeared in court charged with dangerous driving and drink-driving.
Body recovered from lake in search for missing boy
A body has been recovered in the search for a 17-year-old who got into difficulty in a Cumbrian lake.
UK temperatures reach 26.6C, before cooler weather arrives
The UK has seen one of its warmest April days on record, forecasters have said.
Scottish 'crime boss' extradited after Bali arrest
An alleged Scottish crime boss wanted by Spain has been extradited from Bali, Indonesian authorities have confirmed.
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Female drug dealer who supplied fatal dose to Matthew Perry jailed
A woman known as the "Ketamine Queen", who supplied the fatal dose of the drug that killed actor Matthew Perry, has been sentenced to 15 years in jail.
Channel 4 have pulled the final Great Celebrity Bake Off episode - this is why
The final episode of The Great Celebrity Bake Off For Stand Up To Cancer has been cancelled over allegations made against Scott Mills.
BBC breached editorial standards over BAFTAs racial slur
The inclusion of a racial slur during the broadcast of the BAFTAs was a breach of the BBC's editorial standards, a review has found.
Friends star's family want maximum jail time for 'heartless' drug dealer
Matthew Perry's family have urged a judge to give the maximum sentence to the "heartless" drug dealer who supplied the fatal dose of ketamine taken by the star before his death.
Scott Mills 'stepping back' from charity role after BBC sacking
Sacked BBC Radio 2 host Scott Mills is "stepping back" from his role as an ambassador for a multiple sclerosis (MS) charity.
Festival cancelled after Kanye West blocked from entering UK
This year's Wireless Festival has been cancelled after the government blocked Kanye West from coming to the UK.
Kanye West's permission to enter the UK 'under review by ministers' as Wireless backlash grows
Permission for Kanye West to enter the UK is currently being reviewed by ministers, Sky News understands, following mounting pressure over his booking as the headline act for Wireless Festival.
Festival boss says Kanye West has 'legal right' to perform in UK
One of the organisers of Wireless Festival has defended the decision to book Kanye West as its headline act - and is calling for the public to "forgive" the controversial rapper.
'Here we go, ready or not': Savannah Guthrie returns to Today show for first time since mother's disappearance
US television presenter Savannah Guthrie returned to NBC's Today show on Monday for the first time since her mother's disappearance more than two months ago.
Savannah Guthrie to return to Today show for first time since mother's disappearance
US television presenter Savannah Guthrie is returning to NBC's Today show on Monday for the first time since her mother's disappearance more than two months ago.
Sponsors quit UK festival after Kanye West announced as headliner
Pepsi and Diageo have withdrawn their sponsorship of Wireless Festival, which Kanye West is due to headline, after Sir Keir Starmer joined criticism of the event.
Major sponsor withdraws from UK festival after Kanye West announced as headliner
Pepsi has withdrawn its sponsorship of Wireless Festival which Kanye West is due to headline, after Sir Keir Starmer joined criticism of the event.
Bryan Cranston on his new role - inspired by the complicated relationship with his father
Bryan Cranston says there's a lot of his father in his latest stage role, playing Joseph Keller, the patriarch of Arthur Miller's 1947 tragedy All My Sons.
Starmer 'deeply concerned' by Kanye West's UK festival booking
The prime minister has said it is "deeply concerning" that Kanye West has been booked for a London music festival "despite his previous antisemitic remarks and celebration of Nazism".
Judge dismisses Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims in lawsuit against co-star
A US judge has dismissed Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims in her lawsuit against co-star Justin Baldoni.
BBC boss addresses Scott Mills sacking
Scott Mills was sacked by the BBC after bosses discovered the alleged victim in the police investigation into the DJ was under the age of 16, the broadcaster has reported.
Jesy Nelson celebrates rollout of spinal muscular atrophy tests for newborn babies
Jesy Nelson has spoken of her pride after it was announced screenings for spinal muscular atrophy will begin earlier than planned.
BBC knew about police investigation into Scott Mills in 2017
The BBC knew about a police probe into DJ Scott Mills in 2017 but sacked him after receiving "new information" in the weeks before he was dismissed.
Scott Mills addresses allegations after BBC sacking
Scott Mills has released a statement after his sacking by the BBC as he addressed the police investigation into him.
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Diesel and jet fuel shortages for some time, IMF warns
The world will experience diesel and jet fuel shortages "for some time" because of the war in Iran, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
Brits facing extra EU border checks, as 'technical difficulties' hamper new system
British travellers heading on their spring and summer holidays face changes at borders after the introduction of the EU's Entry/Exit System (EES).
Five common renovations that could actually devalue your home
Whether it's a head-to-toe transformation of a fixer-upper or a few licks of paint to freshen the place up, homeowners are usually keen to put their own stamp on their property.
Oil prices fall sharply after Trump announces two-week Iran war ceasefire
Oil prices have fallen sharply and stock markets have soared on news of a two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran.
Iceland offers job to Waitrose worker sacked for tackling Easter egg thief
The boss of Iceland has offered a job to the man who says he was sacked from Waitrose for tackling a shoplifter.
Iceland offers job to Waitrose worker sacked for tackling Easter egg thief
The boss of Iceland has offered a job to the man who says he was sacked from Waitrose for tackling a shoplifter.
Waitrose worker sacked for tackling Easter egg thief gets job offer
The boss of Iceland has offered a job to the man who says he was sacked from Waitrose for tackling a shoplifter.
Interest rate to be capped on some student loans
Interest rates on plan 2 and 3 student loans will be capped at 6% for one year from September, the government has announced.
How countries are dealing with fuel supply crisis
Fears of fuel shortages have been sparked recently as the number of tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz was reduced to a trickle amid threats from Iran, which experts say effectively controls the waterway.
Six big tax changes as new financial year begins
Several changes that could affect your tax bill took effect as the new financial year began this week.
New worker rights kick in - including on parental leave and sick pay
Employees have a raft of new rights.
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Waitrose employee sacked after tackling 'Easter egg shoplifter' should be reinstated, Tories say
A Waitrose employee who said he was sacked after tackling a shoplifter trying to steal a bag of Easter eggs should be reinstated and handed a bonus, according to the Conservatives.
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Over 12m people to benefit from state pension increase tomorrow
More than 12 million people will see their state pension rise by £575 a year from tomorrow.
M&S boss issues stark warning over worsening crime
Marks and Spencer's retail boss has warned crime is getting "more brazen, more organised and more aggressive" after a week plagued by antisocial behaviour.
Top chef reveals the two supermarkets that do great meat and fish - and shares most underrated store cupboard ingredient
Every month we interview top chefs from around the UK, hearing about their cheap food hacks, views on the industry and more. This time, we speak to multiple Michelin-starred chef Kenny Atkinson, chef-owner at Solstice and House of Tides in Newcastle and Solaya in London.
Choc horror: Why 'flavour' bars and small packs are here to stay
Chocolate-flavour bars and smaller packs appear here to stay despite the fall of cocoa costs to a near three-year low and a 20% drop in the sugar price.
Top chef reveals the two supermarkets that do great meat and fish - and shares most underrated store cupboard ingredient
Every month we interview top chefs from around the UK, hearing about their cheap food hacks, views on the industry and more. This time, we speak to multiple Michelin-starred chef Kenny Atkinson, chef-owner at Solstice and House of Tides in Newcastle and Solaya in London.
Clear market uncertainty despite latest Trump attempt to soothe concerns
The latest attempt by Donald Trump to ease uncertainty over the US and Israel's war on Iran has only heightened investor concerns.