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Kremlin had possession of frog poison used to kill Navalny, UK foreign secretary claims
Vladimir Putin's Kremlin "has had possession" of the deadly frog toxin that was found in the body of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, the UK's foreign secretary has said.
Man, 19, fatally stabbed in London as murder investigation under way
A murder investigation has been launched after a 19-year-old man was fatally stabbed in southeast London.
Environment Agency has 'serious questions to answer' over Britain's latest massive dump
The Environment Agency has "very serious questions to answer", an MP has said - as Britain's latest large-scale illegal dump remains open 12 months after the agency's investigation first started.
Starmer to pledge social media crackdown to protect children
The government has announced a sweeping crackdown on tech firms to protect children from illegal content.
Fresh snow warning issued for parts of England as flooding expected in more than 70 areas
A brief show of sunshine over the weekend has given way to further rain, with flooding expected in more than 70 areas.
What are the symptoms of measles - and what should you do if you think your child is infected?
A "fast-spreading" measles outbreak in north London has left 34 children infected - and one fifth of them needing hospital treatment.
From street plays to TV success: Derry Girls creator talks about her new show
Nearly four years on from the emotional finale of Derry Girls, writer and creator Lisa McGee has released her new project on Netflix.
William and Kate share Valentine's wishes as Meghan offers rare glimpse of daughter
The Prince and Princess of Wales have marked Valentine's Day by sharing a portrait as Meghan posted a rare picture of Prince Harry with their daughter, Lilibet.
'Fast-spreading' measles outbreak in London leaves dozens of children infected
A measles outbreak has spread across several schools in north London, with some children needing hospital treatment.
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Former imam guilty of child sexual abuse after claiming he had 'supernatural powers'
A former imam who coerced his victims, some as young as 12, into believing he had supernatural powers, has been found guilty of 21 sexual offences, including nine counts of rape.
'Funny, kind and caring' teenager killed in three-car collision
A teenage girl who died in a three-car collision in South Wales was "funny, kind and caring", her brother has said.
Sixteen-year-old charged with murder after fatal stabbing of 18-year-old
A 16-year-old boy has been charged with murder after an 18-year-old man was stabbed to death.
Jesy Nelson breaks down in tears after hitting 100k signatures for health campaign
Jesy Nelson broke down in tears after her campaign for more health checks on babies reached 100,000 signatures - meaning it must be debated by MPs.
Olympic gold means 'absolutely everything' to Team GB's Matt Weston
When Matt Weston came 15th in the skeleton at the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing, he asked himself whether he should continue competing at the sport.
Britain will deploy warships to the Arctic
The UK will deploy a carrier strike group of warships to the Arctic this year, Keir Starmer has announced.
Russia 'killed Navalny with dart frog poison'
Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny died in prison in Russia after being poisoned with a deadly toxin found in the skin of Ecuadorian dart frogs, the UK and other allies have revealed.
BrewDog owners call time on craft beer pioneer
BrewDog, the leading independent craft brewer behind brands including Punk IPA and Elvis Juice, has called in advisers to oversee a sale that could trigger a break-up of one of Scotland's best-known businesses.
DIY dentistry and 'no teeth left to chew with' as people go almost a decade without check-up
The crisis in NHS dentistry is so bad that a charity set up to run clinics in poorer countries is now spending more time working in the UK.
Starmer to claim 'lamps would go out across Europe' under Reform UK or Greens
Sir Keir Starmer will accuse parties like Reform UK and the Greens of being "soft on Russia", "weak on NATO" and more likely to leave the nation divided and defeated.
Entertainment News
Man charged over Taylor Swift concert terror attack plot
A man has been charged with terrorism-related offences over a plot to carry out an attack at a Taylor Swift concert in 2024.
Producer of hit TV spy thriller found dead in hotel room
The executive producer of hit TV spy thriller Tehran has been found dead in an Athens hotel, police have said.
Chadwick Boseman's brothers say late star's play will help 'preserve his memory'
A play written by the late Hollywood star Chadwick Boseman is part of a legacy that will "preserve his memory", his brothers have told Sky News.
From street plays to TV success: Derry Girls creator talks about her new show
Nearly four years on from the emotional finale of Derry Girls, writer and creator Lisa McGee has released her new project on Netflix.
Sinners cinematographer on bugs, blood splatters and Hollywood 'boys' club'
If you are a film fan, Autumn Durald Arkapaw is a name to remember this award season.
An interview with The Secret Agent's star and filmmaker - right after a call from Brazil's president
Wagner Moura and Kleber Mendonca Filho, star and director of political thriller The Secret Agent, have been delayed, slightly, I'm told.
James Van Der Beek GoFundMe raises over $2m as stars 'show up' to support his family
A GoFundMe collection set up following the death of Dawson's Creek star James Van Der Beek has raised over $2m (£1.5m) in just two days.
Trial date set for Trump's $10bn lawsuit against BBC
A trial in President Trump's $10bn (£7.5bn) defamation lawsuit against the BBC has been scheduled for February next year in Miami, Florida.
Former Strictly star who took his own life was 'vulnerable to rejection', inquest finds
A former Strictly Come Dancing star who took his own life in 2024 was "vulnerable to rejection both emotionally and professionally", an inquest jury has concluded.
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni appear in court together for first time
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni have attended court together for the first time since their acrimonious It Ends With Us legal battle began more than a year ago.
Katie Holmes pays tribute to Dawson's Creek co-star James Van Der Beek
Katie Holmes has paid tribute to her Dawson's Creek co-star James Van Der Beek, remembering his "bravery" and "selflessness", and their "adventures of a unique youth".
Dawson's Creek star dies aged 48
James Van Der Beek, the star of Dawson's Creek and Varsity Blues, has died at the age of 48, his family have said.
Strictly star found dead in hotel room left note saying being dropped from show 'destroyed me'
Strictly Come Dancing star Robin Windsor left a note saying the way he was treated when he was dropped from the show "destroyed me", an inquest has heard.
Prince William's first tour of Saudi Arabia ends with nature reserve visit
The Prince of Wales has visited a nature reserve on the final day of his first tour of Saudi Arabia to learn about a programme reintroducing endangered species.
'World first' as Sky brings four major streaming platforms into its subscription
Sky has announced "world first" plans to bring together several streaming platforms as part a single TV subscription.
Ex Daily Mail editor clashes with lawyer as he describes 'rage' over allegations
Former Daily Mail editor Paul Dacre has clashed in court with a lawyer, calling some of the allegations in a case against his newspaper group by a number of celebrities and Prince Harry "preposterous".
US singer leaves talent agency after Epstein files revelations
US singer Chappell Roan has announced she is leaving her talent agency, after emails between its founder and Ghislaine Maxwell were featured in the Epstein files.
Prince William asked to raise case of detained Manchester man during visit to Saudi Arabia
The Prince of Wales has been asked to raise the case of a Manchester man detained in Saudi Arabia during his first official trip to the country.
Millions raised to save Henry VIII pendant
A gold pendant linked to Henry VIII and his first wife, Catherine of Aragon, has been acquired by the British Museum following a successful fundraising campaign.
Home Alone actress cause of death confirmed
Home Alone actress Catherine O'Hara died of a pulmonary embolism, with cancer the underlying cause, according to a death certificate.
Business
Royal Mail warns of service delays - here are the postcodes affected
Royal Mail has warned of potential service delays across more than 100 UK postcodes due to poor weather and staff sickness.
'Reckless' ex-Carillion boss fined £237,700 by regulator
The former chief executive of Carillion has been fined £237,700 by the City regulator for his role in misleading statements by the company before its collapse eight years ago.
'I'm a sommelier - here's my supermarket tip and why you're really asked to taste the wine'
If you've ever spent your morning commute daydreaming about starting afresh with your career, this feature is for you. Each Monday, we speak to someone from a different profession to discover what it's really like. This week we chat Jo Radford, the sommelier at Michelin-starred restaurant Timberyard in Edinburgh.
'Mutinous mood' at UK's Foreign Office
Take a good, hard look at the world and what do you see?
Starmer pledges social media crackdown to protect children
The government has announced a sweeping crackdown on tech firms to protect children from illegal content.
Heathrow chair Jansen takes off with US software firm Xplor
Philip Jansen, the former BT Group boss, is taking on the chairmanship of a US-based payments software company which boasts more than 60 million end-users around the world.
BrewDog owners call time on craft beer pioneer
BrewDog, the leading independent craft brewer behind brands including Punk IPA and Elvis Juice, has called in advisers to oversee a sale that could trigger a break-up of one of Scotland's best-known businesses.
Premier League pitches £750m annual boost from ad sales revamp
The Premier League could receive a £750m annual revenue boost by centralising perimeter advertising sales and increasing the number of top-level commercial partners associated with the world's most lucrative domestic football competition, its clubs have been told.
There are more railcards than you think - here is how you can benefit
A railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on the price of eligible train tickets.
DP World boss leaves ports and P&O owner amid questions over Epstein links
The Emirati businessman credited with turning DP World into a global logistics powerhouse has left the company amid questions over his links to the disgraced paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein.
Financial trading firm Iforex revives £40m London float
A financial trading company which counts the former mining tycoon and erstwhile Conservative Party treasurer Sir Mick Davis among its board members is reviving plans for a £40m London stock market listing.
Laughing all the way to the bank? How bosses' pay has soared at three big lenders
The UK's biggest banks have had a strong annual earnings season.
Amazon rolls out new payment method - but consumer expert says you should think twice
You might have seen or used it - pay by bank is a new way to buy products online without the hassle of entering any of your card details.
How Trump's White House is helping Big Tech fight back against child safety campaigners
More than 10 years ago, I filmed my kids for a report on the impact of screens on young minds.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe's comments go beyond reputational damage for Man Utd
It took 23 hours but Manchester United did distance themselves from Sir Jim Ratcliffe's rhetoric on immigration.
Do the latest AI resignations actually mean the world is in 'peril'?
When most people leave their jobs, they send out an email to their colleagues, arrange some drinks at a nearby pub, and that's about it.
Trial date set for Trump's $10bn lawsuit against BBC
A trial in President Trump's $10bn (£7.5bn) defamation lawsuit against the BBC has been scheduled for February next year in Miami, Florida.
Daily Mail takeover of Telegraph faces competition probe
The planned £500m sale of the Telegraph titles to the owner of the Daily Mail is facing an inquiry over competition concerns, the government has announced.
'Quite expensive' supermarket crowned nation's favourite for fifth time
Marks and Spencer has been crowned the nation's favourite supermarket for the fifth year running, according to a survey - despite being "quite expensive" for the average shopper.
Instagram use can be 'problematic' but not addictive, says app's chief
The head of Instagram has told a court he does not believe people can get clinically addicted to social media.