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Boy charged with attempted murder after school stabbing appears in court
A teenage boy who was charged with attempted murder after a school stabbing has appeared in court.
First known picture of Andrew, Esptein and Mandelson surfaces
The first known picture of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, Jeffrey Epstein and Peter Mandelson has surfaced.
Boy dies after being struck by car
A seven-year-old boy has died after being struck by a car in Nottinghamshire.
Investigate miscarriage of justice and quash Post Office Capture convictions, MPs say
The government has been called on by an influential committee of MPs to quash convictions obtained with data from the Post Office's Capture software, the predecessor to the faulty Horizon IT programme.
Drugs, guns, gold bars and teeth - Sky News joins police on county lines crackdown
Across the country last week, hundreds of criminals woke to the sound of their front doors splintering.
Dunblane 30 years on: Those who remember 'look back with horror'
Thirty years after the Dunblane school massacre, Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander has said the tragedy "haunts many of us still to this day".
UK weighs options to defend shipping in Strait of Hormuz
The UK is considering possible options to help defend shipping in the Strait of Hormuz from Iranian attacks, the defence secretary has said.
Lab-grown foie gras and chicken get safety checks for British dinner tables
Lab-grown foie gras and chicken are being tested by scientists to ensure they are safe for humans to eat, and could hit British restaurants and dinner tables in the next five years.
Murder charge after death of bailiff attacked at work
A man has been charged with the murder of a court bailiff while he was at work.
British fragrance entrepreneur facing legal action over use of her own name
British fragrance entrepreneur Jo Malone is facing legal action over the use of her own name by cosmetics giant Estee Lauder Companies.
Ukrainians who ran 'premium' migrant smuggling service to UK jailed
Two Ukrainian men who ran a "premium bespoke taxi service" smuggling migrants across the channel in a yacht have been jailed.
Prince William turns down Kate's coffee - because it wasn't decaf
The Princess of Wales showed off her barista skills during a visit to London Borough Market - but her husband was not as impressed.
Therapist who sexually assaulted patient 'as part of treatment' jailed for 11 years
A therapist who claimed that the sexual assaults he inflicted on a patient were part of her treatment has been jailed for 11 years.
Police to use Thames to separate protesters at Al Quds protest
Police will use the River Thames to separate protesters and counter-protesters at the Al Quds Day rally in central London on Sunday.
Police 'invaded privacy' by spying on Jean Charles de Menezes justice campaign
The cousin of Jean Charles de Menezes, who was shot dead by police who mistook him for a terror suspect, has said undercover officers "invaded my privacy" when they spied on her campaign for justice.
Attacks on NHS staff reach three-year high in 'deeply worrying' survey
The proportion of NHS staff who have been attacked at work is at a three-year high, a survey has revealed.
Starmer 'risks misleading Commons claims' if Mandelson story inconsistent
Sir Keir Starmer will face accusations he misled the Commons over his appointment of Peter Mandelson if there is not "absolute consistency" between what he told MPs and government files, Harriet Harman has said.
Soham killer Ian Huntley to get 'minimalist cremation'
The prison service will pay for a 'minimalist' cremation to dispose of Ian Huntley's body, as part of an arrangement with his mother as next of kin.
Worst cancer diagnosis performance in two years for England
The government recently published a National Cancer Plan for England, including a pledge that the NHS will meet its cancer waiting time targets by 2029. The latest figures show a move in the wrong direction.
Ian Huntley's alleged killer appears in court
A man charged with murdering child killer Ian Huntley in prison has appeared in court.
Entertainment News
'This is only the beginning': KPop Demon Hunters 2 is on the way
KPop Demon Hunters is getting a sequel.
Warner Bros looks set for Oscars success - but takeover plans have created uncertainty in Hollywood
One Battle After Another and Sinners are two films set for big wins at the Oscars this weekend - but with the studio behind them potentially facing a huge takeover, industry experts say this is a time of great uncertainty in Hollywood.
In pictures: Iconic Oscars outfits that broke all the rules
The Oscars celebrate the craft and creative excellence behind the best movies of the year – but the red carpet ahead of the ceremony is quite a different matter.
CPS loses appeal over Kneecap terror charge
Kneecap rapper Liam Og O hAnnaidh will not face a new terror trial after judges at the High Court rejected a Crown Prosecution Service appeal against the decision to throw out the case.
Woman charged with attempting to murder Rihanna
A woman has been charged with the attempted murder of Rihanna.
Mixed review for British theatre
Theatre is enjoying a renaissance across the UK, welcoming more people to live events than ever before, but over a third of organisations say they still expect to operate at a deficit this year.
Attempted murder arrest after shots fired at Rihanna's home while she was inside
A 35-year-old Florida woman has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after shots were fired at Rihanna's home.
Attempted murder arrest after shots fired at Rihanna's home while she was inside
A 35-year-old Florida woman has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after shots were fired at Rihanna's home.
BBC 'profoundly regrets' BAFTAs incident, says director general
The BBC regrets its "serious mistake" during the BAFTAs broadcast, the corporation's outgoing director general Tim Davie has said.
Britney Spears seen driving 'erratically' before arrest, say police
Britney Spears was spotted driving "erratically" before her arrest on suspicion of operating her vehicle under the influence, police say.
Britney Spears spends night in cells after being arrested
Britney Spears has spent the night in custody after being arrested.
Britney Spears arrested on suspicion of drink driving
Britney Spears spent the night in custody after being arrested on suspicion of drink driving in California.
Sky News wins best news channel at RTS Awards
Sky News has won news channel of the year and Yousra Elbagir has been named television journalist of the year at the Royal Television Society (RTS) Awards.
'We were all let down': BAFTAs host on 'trauma triggering' film awards
BAFTAs host Alan Cumming has spoken out about the controversy surrounding the broadcast of the film awards, describing it as a "trauma triggering shitshow".
Rapper Ghetts jailed for killing student in hit-and-run
Rapper Ghetts has been jailed for 12 years after killing a Nepalese student in a hit-and-run collision.
Victim's mum describes 'unimaginable loss' as rapper Ghetts faces jail over fatal hit-and-run
The mother of a young man killed after being hit by a car driven by rapper Ghetts has described the "extreme pain" and "unimaginable sense of loss" of losing her only child.
The Actor Awards fashion: All the best looks from the red carpet
Celebrating a brand-new name, The Actor Awards - formerly the SAGs - welcomed a host of stars to the red carpet in LA on Sunday night.
Actor Awards: Sinners shakes up Oscars race as Jessie Buckley remains undefeated
Sinners triumphed at this year's Actor Awards, with the vampire horror winning best ensemble and best actor for Michael B Jordan.
Brit Awards 2026: The surprise performers, tributes, and bits you might not have seen
Manchester legends, suprise appearances from Bjork and Dua Lipa, and a tribute to Ozzy Osbourne complete with a message from Dolly Parton - this was the Brit Awards 2026.
Olivia Dean dominates Brit Awards, winning album of the year
Olivia Dean has dominated this year's Brit Awards, winning album of the year, artist of the year, best pop act and song of the year.
Business
UK among economies investigated in fresh US trade war move
The UK has been included in a fresh US trade investigation that could result in new tariff pressure being applied to dozens of countries.
Warner Bros looks set for Oscars success - but takeover plans have created uncertainty in Hollywood
One Battle After Another and Sinners are two films set for big wins at the Oscars this weekend - but with the studio behind them potentially facing a huge takeover, industry experts say this is a time of great uncertainty in Hollywood.
Investigate miscarriage of justice and quash Post Office Capture convictions, MPs say
The government has been called on by an influential committee of MPs to quash convictions obtained with data from the Post Office's Capture software, the predecessor to the faulty Horizon IT programme.
Why Trump's war with Iran will help fund Russia's assault on Ukraine
In a war increasingly determined by the flow and price of oil, one country is already emerging as a winner - and it's not even a combatant.
Oil tankers to be escorted through Strait of Hormuz, US treasury secretary tells Sky News
The US treasury secretary has told Sky News that the US Navy will be escorting oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz.
British fragrance entrepreneur facing legal action over use of her own name
British fragrance entrepreneur Jo Malone is facing legal action over the use of her own name by cosmetics giant Estee Lauder Companies.
Zero growth in January as economic outlook clouded by war-linked inflation threat
The UK economy grew by 0.2% in the three months to January but with zero growth that month, according to official figures, as the prospects ahead are clouded by uncertainty due to the effects of the Middle East war.
Oil rebounds above $100 as market counts cost of attacks on energy
Iran's targeting of Middle East energy has driven oil prices back above the $100 a barrel level, with market experts expressing increased alarm over the prospects for long-term damage to the industry.
First annual bonus in four years at John Lewis Partnership
The John Lewis Partnership (JLP) has announced its first annual bonus since 2022 following further progress in its post pandemic turnaround .
MPs launch investigation into student loans system
A committee of MPs is launching an inquiry into the student loan system and whether it's fair for graduates
Extraordinary announcement not enough to bring down oil price
The International Energy Agency (IEA), the developed nation body founded in the 1970s to deal with oil crises precisely like the one we're now facing, has announced something extraordinary.
Tech giants handed deadline by UK regulator
Tech companies have been warned to protect young people online after MPs voted down a blanket social media ban for under-16s.
Biggest ever release of oil reserves to ease war supply disruption
A record release of strategic oil reserves has been agreed in a bid to help offset supply disruption since the Middle East conflict began.
Frozen proceeds of Abramovich's Chelsea FC sale 'investigated in Jersey'
The frozen proceeds of Roman Abramovich's sale of Chelsea are being investigated in Jersey over whether they "amount to the proceeds of crime", according to accounts published by the company through which the Russian owned the football club.
Sainsbury's worker wins £12,000 after boss's social media post about 'showing up'
A Sainsbury's store manager has won £12,000 after an International Men's Day social media post left him feeling "humiliated and violated".
Sneaky tactics, pointless 8K and the brands experts have at home: Don't buy a TV without reading this
Did you know spring is one of the cheapest times of the year to buy a new TV?
Fuel retailers 'losing money' on diesel as prices spike
Some fuel retailers are "losing money" on diesel sales following the spike in wholesale prices witnessed since the start of the Middle East conflict, according to the industry.
Mixed review for British theatre
Theatre is enjoying a renaissance across the UK, welcoming more people to live events than ever before, but over a third of organisations say they still expect to operate at a deficit this year.
How ships are 'going dark' to cross the Strait of Hormuz
Iran's move to shut the Strait of Hormuz has brought shipping through the 24-mile stretch of water close to a standstill.
Food prices could rise within weeks - and may not come back down
Food prices could rise within weeks if the Iran war continues and there is a "big worry" that they won't come back down, a trade expert has warned.






















































