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Major blow for UK high streets as iconic chain with 280 stores files for bankruptcy

Claire's Accessories faces an uncertain future on UK high streets after its US parent business filed for bankruptcy.US-based fashion accessories and jewellery business Claire's has filed for Chapter...

Brit holiday chaos as 6 hotspots hit by strikes and ‘thousands lose luggage'

Brits have been warned of travel chaos at six holiday hotspots as airport staff go out on strike. The disruption is affecting Lisbon, Porto, Faro, Madeira, Porto Santo and the Azores, with walk-outs...

Irish missionary and child, 3, among nine kidnapped from Haiti orphanage

Irish missionary and child, 3, among nine kidnapped from Haiti orphanage1 day agoMalu CursinoBBC NewsUniversity of LimerickNine people, including an Irish missionary and a three-year-old child, were...

Despite Trump's peace calls, Russian attacks on Ukraine double since inauguration

Despite Trump's peace calls, Russian attacks on Ukraine double since inauguration1 hour agoMatt Murphy & Ned DaviesBBC VerifyReutersRussia has more than doubled the number of drones and missiles...

How Trump's secondary tariffs on Russia could hit the global economy

How Trump's secondary tariffs on Russia could hit the global economy10 hours agoJonathan JosephsBusiness reporter, BBC News•jonathanjosephsGetty ImagesDespite being the world's most sanctioned...

Travel agent issues advice to all British passport holders before October 12

A travel expert has issued a warning to all British passport holders who are planning a trip to Europe from October 12th onwards.Vix Aguilera, who is an ATOL and ABTA protected UK travel agent, took...

BBC Breakfast's Carol Kirkwood details daily challenges as she addresses new partnership

BBC Breakfast presenter Carol Kirkwood has opened up about the challenges weather forecasters face after unveiling a new partnership.The TVstar penned a lengthy piece for the BBC about why weather...

Reeves warned taxes must rise to cover £41bn spending gap

Reeves must raise tax to cover £41bn gap, says think tank41 minutes agoLucy HookerBusiness reporter, BBC NewsAFP via Getty ImagesTaxes must rise in the autumn if Chancellor Rachel Reeves is to meet...

The real reason weather forecasters (like me) often appear to get it wrong

The real reason weather forecasters (like me) often appear to get it wrong6 hours agoCarol KirkwoodLead weather forecasterBBCSometimes I'll be walking around a supermarket, and a shopper will...

17 ridiculously beautiful little UK seaside villages you must visit at least once

The great British seaside is famous for its mix of nostalgic charm, natural beauty, and, of course, the staple fish and chips. The UK has more seaside towns, cities and villages than you can shake a...

Brits trapped in Iran's 'worst' prison tearfully phone home after seven-month silence

The family of a British couple detained in Iran have confirmed that they are "holding strong", following their first direct communication with them in seven months.Both British tourists are being...

What IS the chikungunya virus ripping through China with 7,000 infected so far?

A mosquito-borne virus outbreak has infected more than 7,000 people across at least 13 cities in China, prompting authorities to introduce strict precautions reminiscent of the COVID pandemic—even...

Kremlin issues crude warning to Trump over nuclear rhetoric amid 'head-on collision' fears

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov has called upon President Donald Trump to show restraint when making what the Kremlin described as "nuclear rhetoric" following a tense exchange between Trump and...

Kelley Mack dead: The Walking Dead star dies aged 33 following cancer battle

The Walking Dead star Kelley Mack has died at the age of 33 following a battle with cancer. Her death was confirmed in an Instagram post on her page, reading: "It is with indelible sadness that we...

BBC presenter rushed to hospital amidst health battle

BBC presenter Qasa Alom, who was one of the presenters of this year's Wimbledon highlights on the broadcaster has posted an emotional message on Instagram detailing his recent health battle which saw...