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Canary Islands sunbed wars hits new level as tourists in Tenerife reserve space on floor

Every year, new horror stories emerge of unruly tourists taking even more aggressive action to secure themselves the best spot by the pool. In the latest chapter of the sunbed wars, tourists in...

Mike Waltz leaves Donald Trump's White House after security blunder

National security adviser Mike Waltz and his deputy, Alex Wong, will be leaving their posts in the Trump administration weeks after the Signal leak scandal, according to US broadcasting network CBS....

Chicago airport panic as passenger diagnosed with world's most infectious disease

Chicago's O'Hare International Airport has been placed on red alert after a possible measles outbreak. The passenger was mainly confined to the airport's Terminal 1 area but had already exposed...

After 20 years, family favourite The Gruffalo set for new adventure

After 20 years, family favourite The Gruffalo set for new adventure4 hours agoIan YoungsCulture reporterAxel Scheffler/Macmillan Children's BooksAfter more than 20 years roaming the deep dark wood,...

One spice has 'similar effects to Metformin' in lowering blood sugar levels

Studies indicate that curcumin can enhance insulin sensitivity, similarly to some medication (Image: Getty)Health specialists have identified a common kitchen spice that could have blood...

'They wanted $4m': Lessons for M&S from other cyber attacks

'They wanted $4m': Lessons for M&S from other cyber attacks41 minutes agoGraham FraserTechnology ReporterGetty ImagesAs Marks & Spencer (M&S) - and its customers - continue to reel from a...

Co-op staff urged to keep cameras on in meetings after cyber attack

Co-op cyber attack: Staff urged to keep cameras on in meetings2 hours agoJoe TidyCyber correspondent, BBC World ServicePA MediaStaff at the Co-op are being ordered to keep their cameras on during...

Tributes pour in after British mum, 65, who was killed in 'frenzied attack' is pictured

A British woman who was killed in a rural village in France has been named and pictured. Karen Carter was found dead following an attack in the village of Trémolat, east of Bordeaux. We'll be...

Eat your way to healthier blood pressure with superfood fish's 'powerhouse' vitamins

Salmon is regarded as a healthy option for reducing blood pressure (Image: Getty)A certain 'superfood' fish has been found to significantly aid in maintaining healthy blood pressure levels. Thanks to...

M20 fire LIVE: Traffic at complete standstill as lorry erupts into flames

A major motorway has come to a complete standstill after a lorry erupted into flames. The M20 in Kent is blocked in both directions after the lorry fire. Smoke can be seen billowing for...

Is there a local election in my area and where can I vote?

Is there a local election in my area and where can I vote?3 days agoBBCOn Thursday 1 May elections will be held for 23 councils and six mayors in England.Around a third of electors in England are...

Is there an election in my area and where can I vote?

When are the 2025 local elections and who can vote?22 hours agoJennifer ClarkeBBC NewsBBCVoters in some parts of England will elect councillors and mayors on Thursday 1 May.These are the first local...

Keir Starmer must answer troubling questions about Jimmy Savile scandal

Jimmy Savile's case came before the Crime Prosecution Service when Keir Starmer led it (Image: Express)When Jimmy Savile died in October 2011, stories about his murky past resurfaced but, despite the...

Ukraine signs Donald Trump's minerals deal in huge step toward peace agreement

There's been a major step toward a peace agreement as Ukraine has signed Donald Trump's minerals deal.On Wednesday, Ukraine finally signed the minerals deal that President Trump had expected Zelensky...

First pictures of new 50p coin being released in UK to celebrate VE Day

The Royal Mint has launched a commermorative coin in honour of Victory in Europe (VE) Day. The new coin marks the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War. The VE Day 50p coin is designed...