The Taliban in Afghanistan have been making big strides in grabbing territory over the past few days and weeks particularly targeting the north – a long way away from their traditional homelands in the south.

A British army veteran of Afghanistan has described as "disgusting" the circumstances in which he and fellow soldiers were left trapped in a minefield, resulting in multiple casualties and the death of his friend.

Boris Johnson will reveal how he plans to "restore people's freedoms" in England at a news conference today, ahead of the final stage of his roadmap out of lockdown.

The Queen has given the George Cross to the National Health Service, recognising its staff - past and present - across the UK.

Hackers who claim to be behind a mass ransomware attack that has affected hundreds of companies have demanded $70m in Bitcoin to restore the data.

A Florida apartment building which partially collapsed last month has been demolished.

Co-leader of the Green Party Jonathan Bartley has announced he will step down from the role at the end of July.

More than 200 migrants have been intercepted by Border Force officials while trying to cross the Channel on Sunday.