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Labour minister skewered by GB News's Camilla Tominey over giving children vote

A Labour minister was skewered by GB News's Camilla Tominey in a row over lowering the voting age. Environment Secretary Steve Reed was unable to say the legal age for marriage when grilled by the...

Victoria Coren makes BBC announcement after David Mitchell's heartbreaking admission

Victoria Coren took to social media on Saturday and delighted quizzers everywhere as she announced an urgent update. The presenter, 52, has hosted the brain teasing programme Only Connect since 2008...

'The village will die' - Italy looks for answers to decline in number of babies

'The village will die' - Italy looks for answers to decline in number of babies29 minutes agoSarah RainsfordSouthern and Eastern Europe correspondentReporting fromVeneto region, ItalyBBCWinding down...

UK sanctions Russian spies for malicious activity

UK sanctions Russian spies for malicious activity1 hour agoHafsa KhalilBBC NewsFrank GardnerSecurity CorrespondentPA MediaA number of Russian spies have been sanctioned for conducting a "sustained...

Labour's votes-at-16 plan is a 'cynical attempt to rig the next general election'

Labour’s plan to give 16- and 17-year-olds the vote isn’t a bold act of democratic renewal. It’s a cynical attempt to rig the system in their favour. Let’s call it what it is: gerrymandering...

Voting age by country map shows how the UK will be soon joining the likes of Cuba

Teenagers as young as 16 will be able to vote in the next general election under sweeping changes to Britain’s voting system unveiled by Labour today.Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner announced...

UK inflation rises by more than expected to 3.6%

UK inflation hits highest for almost a year and a half58 minutes agoLucy Hooker and Connie BowkerBusiness reporter, BBC NewsGetty ImagesPrices rose by more than expected to 3.6% in the year to June,...

The UK's 'most beautiful' walk complete with 10 miles of woodland trails

The UK is home to plenty of breathtaking locations, and some of the most well-loved are best explored by foot. Whether it’s wandering along the more rural and rugged Jurassic Coast, or taking in...

Keir Starmer dealt another blow just hours before crunch vote

The Tories will vote against Sir Keir Starmer's welfare reforms in a fresh blow to the Prime Minister. Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch said her party would not back the Government's Bill in a...

Seven million in England told 'don't eat this fruit' due to cholesterol drug side effects

Brits are being cautioned about the hidden dangers lurking in their fruit bowls, as experts warn that certain healthy foods could clash with vital medications.In England, a staggering 5.3 million...

Key task to keep lavender blooming all summer long gardeners need to do now

It’s a proper English garden staple that rewards us with fragrant blooms year after year. Lavender comes in various shades of purple or lilac and is a gorgeous plant to grow in your outdoor...

Free bus passes for over 60s in England update as support crosses key barrier

A massive push to urge the government to implement free bus passes for over-60s in England has reached a crucial milestone. A petition hosted on the Parliament's website is now three-quarters of the...

Department for Transport 'funding' update on free bus passes for over 60s in England

The Department for Transport has responded to increasing demands for bus passengers in England to receive equivalent assistance as those in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. A rapidly expanding...

Vitamin D breakthrough: Supplement 'could reverse years of ageing' and lower dementia risk

Taking a simple daily Vitamin D supplement could help turn back the clock on biological ageing, according to groundbreaking new research.In a major clinical trial, scientists found that adults who...

What will 'reset' deal mean for UK economic growth?

What will 'reset' deal mean for UK economic growth? 1 hour agoDharshini DavidDeputy economics editor, BBC NewsGetty ImagesThere was much fanfare - and then lunch on the Thames - to mark the "reset"...