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UK prisons: overcrowding and reoffending – is the system broken?
Overcrowding in prisons in England and Wales has contributed to soaring reoffending rates, with staff too overburdened to help offenders prepare for life on the outside.
UK care homes face ban on recruiting staff from overseas
After a drubbing in the local elections and with migrants continuing to cross the Channel in small boats, the government is set to unveil its plan to reduce migration numbers on Monday.
Bradford Kashmiris on India-Pakistan conflict
The events in Kashmir have ramifications here in the UK, not least in Bradford, where more than a quarter of people identify as Pakistani.
Reform out to dismantle UK diversity programmes
We report from Doncaster where the council is now controlled by Reform.
How significant was the Sycamore Gap tree?
Kevin Martin is the head of Tree collections at the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew - he spoke to us earlier from a digital installation around one of their ancient oaks.
Daily Mail
Wed, 20 May 2026 09:00:13 GMTKatie Price's 'kidnapped' husband Lee Andrews remains 'active' on social media despite being missing for six days - as she begs 'please help me find him'
Katie Price's missing husband Lee Andrews has been spotted on social media as Luisa Zissman claims to have seen him 'active' online.
Wed, 20 May 2026 08:56:53 GMTArsenal's all-nighter! Premier League-winning stars, led by Declan Rice, stay out until 5am after ending 22-year title wait - and mock rivals Man City with a water bottle in a nightclub
Arsenal's triumphant players were spotted partying until daylight as they basked in the glory of the club's first Premier League title since 2004.
Wed, 20 May 2026 08:55:00 GMTMoment Married At First Sight relationship experts warned couple over groom's controlling behaviour - weeks before bride accused him of non-consensual sex act
Three women came forward in a new documentary to talk about abuses by their on-screen husbands on the E4 show, two of them alleging they were raped.
Wed, 20 May 2026 08:53:45 GMTBritain's deputy ambassador to the US who stood in after Peter Mandelson was removed leaves his post abruptly following investigation over Iran war leak
James Roscoe has held the role since July 2022 and stood in as acting ambassador after Peter Mandelson was sacked over his links to paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein.
Wed, 20 May 2026 08:49:04 GMTHow to tell if you're one of half a MILLION people being UNDERPAID on your state pension: Bombshell figures reveal 1 in 20 aren't getting what they're owed. Here's the easy way to check yours
More than half a million people receiving the state pension are being underpaid, Money Mail can reveal.
Daily Star
Wed, 20 May 2026 07:50:31 +0000Biohacker Bryan Johnson claims girlfriend will 'become most measured female in history'
The tech mogul, who spends £1.6million a year on his quest to live forever, has convinced his partner to join his bid to beat the ageing process
Wed, 20 May 2026 07:23:23 +0000Jai Arrow, 30, shares bombshell motor neurone disease diagnosis as he retires from NRL
Former South Sydney Rabbitohs and Queensland State of Origin player Jai Arrow has been diagnosed with motor neurone disease after retiring from rugby league
Wed, 20 May 2026 06:51:52 +0000Inside bald festival where eggheads unite to 'embrace' hair loss - and enjoy a free pint
BALDFEST has flipped the script on men's experience of hair loss with organisers claiming losing your barnet “isn’t giving up – it’s levelling up"
Wed, 20 May 2026 06:46:03 +0000Brit woman red-faced at Bangkok airport as suitcase is confiscated over 'naughty' item
A British tourist was left without her suitcase for 24 hours after airport security in Bangkok flagged a vibrator inside her bag – but she had no idea what had caused the hold-up until staff took her into a private office
Wed, 20 May 2026 06:30:18 +0000Mum noticed her toddler's walk was weirdly unsteady – but by then it was too late
Reuben Suckley seemed like any other two-year-old until his family noticed his walking was unsteady – but by the time he was diagnosed with Krabbe disease, it was already too late to treat
Sky News
Wed, 20 May 2026 09:29:00 +0100Girl begged for help as officials drove away, paedophile ring report says
A terrified child banging on a window, screaming for someone not to leave.
Wed, 20 May 2026 08:30:00 +0100Top diplomat who stood in after Mandelson sacking abruptly leaves post
A top diplomat who stood in as interim ambassador after Lord Peter Mandelson was sacked has abruptly left his post with no explanation.
Tue, 19 May 2026 16:14:00 +0100Social media firms need to prove platforms are safe before children can use them, campaigners urge PM
Online safety campaigners with opposing views have teamed up to urge Sir Keir Starmer to force social media platforms to prove they are safe before children can access them.
Tue, 19 May 2026 20:02:00 +0100Supermarkets 'encouraged to cap food prices' - but bosses hit out at '1970s-style price controls'
The government has moved to distance itself from reported efforts to introduce price caps on key supermarket products, such as eggs, bread and milk, in return for the easing of some regulations.
Tue, 19 May 2026 12:34:00 +0100Air conditioning 'unavoidable' in parts of England as summers get hotter
Air conditioning will soon be "unavoidable" to protect many Britons from unbearable summer heat, a top climate adviser to the government has said.
UK BBC
Wed, 20 May 2026 08:30:20 GMTSupermarkets hit back over pressure to cap price of milk, bread and eggs
A minister confirms talks have taken place but says there will be no mandatory cap on essential food prices.
Wed, 20 May 2026 05:13:32 GMTTV presenter says abusive ex gave her no access to her own money
Ruth Dodsworth's former husband was jailed for coercive and controlling behaviour and stalking.
Wed, 20 May 2026 08:13:07 GMTUK loosens Russian oil sanctions as fuel prices rise
The waiver reflects increasing supply concerns over certain fuels due to the effective blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
Tue, 19 May 2026 23:45:34 GMTAdverts for DNA self-swab kits banned as misleading
The Advertising Standards Authority has ruled Enough's online posts contained unproven claims.
Tue, 19 May 2026 23:40:12 GMTUK should set maximum working temperature rules, advisers say
Successive governments have failed to prepare the UK for extreme heat, the climate watchdog says.
UK Daily Express
Wed, 20 May 2026 08:45:00 +0100Marks and Spencer makes big salad change in 310 stores - 'lasts five days longer'
The salad leaves, now on sale in M&S Food stores, are 'packed within 60 seconds of harvest'.
Wed, 20 May 2026 08:53:00 +0100Aldi confirms huge new middle aisle change on May 31 - ‘from £2.99’
Aldi has confirmed that a new change to its famous middle aisle will roll out in stores from May 31.
Wed, 20 May 2026 08:56:00 +0100UK transport firm collapses into liquidation – in business since 2008
The Oxfordshire-based business was put into compulsory liquidation after a creditor seeking repayment filed a winding-up petition.
Wed, 20 May 2026 08:31:00 +0100Rape gang jailed for 277 years – victims in UK towns as young as 12
DISTRESSING CONTENT WARNING: Jurors heard how the victims were repeatedly raped and sexually assaulted over years, with some supplied with Class A drugs.
Wed, 20 May 2026 07:43:00 +0100UK furniture brand plunges into liquidation – in business since 2019
The business was known for its sustainable furniture.
UK Independent
Wed, 20 May 2026 08:59:41 GMTHS2 cost increase is ‘terrible news’, says rail boss
The new target opening schedule for HS2 is between May 2036 and October 2039
Wed, 20 May 2026 08:48:25 GMTDrivers ditch cars for bikes as fuel prices continue to soar
Iran’s grip on the Strait of Hormuz means the average price of a litre of petrol and diesel at UK forecourts have increased
Wed, 20 May 2026 08:46:04 GMTStarmer under fire after UK quietly eases strict sanctions on Russian oil
Kemi Badenoch has described the move as ‘insane’ amid fears it could be a major boost to Vladimir Putin
Wed, 20 May 2026 08:45:36 GMTNurses ‘constantly’ correcting dangerous health myths spreading on TikTok and Instagram
A mental health nurse highlighted that social media has created a surge in demand for services in autism and ADHD
Wed, 20 May 2026 08:43:47 GMTMapped: Where temperatures could hit 30C in this week’s heatwave
Much of the country can expect scorching weather over the bank holiday weekend
UK Telegraph
Mon, 23 Jan 2023 08:30:49 GMTAmbulance strike dates: When they are and what to do if you need emergency help
Mon, 23 Jan 2023 08:17:55 GMTMass flight cancellations at Heathrow as temperatures plunge to lowest in a decade
Mon, 23 Jan 2023 07:25:44 GMTNurses strike: Dates of NHS walkouts and which areas are affected
Mon, 23 Jan 2023 07:25:17 GMTTeachers strikes: When will they take place, will all schools close and what will be disrupted?
Mon, 23 Jan 2023 04:49:32 GMTPolice hunt hit-run driver after six people hurt in North London crash
UK Times