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Kremlin cover-up fears as Putin minister found dead in suicide 'showed signs of torture'

"Signs of torture" were visible on the body of Russian transport minister Roman Starovoit, according to an independent news outlet — fuelling speculation of a Kremlin cover-up. The 53-year-old was...

Keir Starmer accused of caving in to France over new migrant returns deal

Sir Keir had already faced backlash for the deal after it emerged that it would likely mean only around 50 migrants would be returned to France each week – a small fraction of the numbers crossing,...

Kent chainsaw shooting: Police confirm 'at least 4 suspicious devices' found on scene

At least four suspicious devices have been found at the scene where police shot a chainsaw-wielding man during an arrest, Kent Police have said.Plumber Sean O’Meara, 36, was wearing a gas-mask and...

Greece suspends asylum applications for migrants from North Africa

Greece suspends asylum applications for migrants from North Africa24 hours agoLaura GozziBBC NewsGetty ImagesGreece has suspended the processing of asylum applications from North Africa for three...

Original Birkin bag shatters record with £7m sale

Original Birkin bag shatters record with £7m sale52 minutes agoIan YoungsCulture reporterGetty ImagesThe original Birkin bag, which set the template for arguably the most coveted accessory in...

Ukrainian intelligence officer shot dead in Kyiv

Ukrainian intelligence officer shot dead in Kyiv33 minutes agoAleks PhillipsBBC NewsReutersA senior Ukrainian intelligence officer has been gunned down in broad daylight in Kyiv, officials have...

Swedish minister reveals teenage son linked to extremist groups

Swedish minister reveals teenage son linked to extremist groups1 hour agoKathryn ArmstrongBBC NewsGetty ImagesSweden's migration minister says he will not resign after it was revealed his teenage son...

Gregg Wallace faces backlash over autism defence for misconduct claims

Gregg Wallace faces backlash over autism defence3 hours agoNoor Nanji & Felicity BakerCulture reportersBBC/ShineTVFormer MasterChef host Gregg Wallace is facing criticism from charities and...

Keir Starmer announces new ‘coalition of the willing’ HQ as allies step up preparations

Sir Keir Starmer has announced plans for a new state-of-the-art headquarters for countries that are part of a "coalition of the willing" preparing to enforce a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia....

Ed Miliband ditches energy plans in major announcement about energy bills

Ed Miliband has abandoned plans to charge different prices for electricity in various parts of the country. The Government said on Thursday it has decided to retain a single national wholesale...

Woman and three teens arrested over M&S and Co-op cyber-attacks

Four arrested in connection with M&S and Co-op cyber-attacks2 hours agoJoe TidyCyber correspondent, BBC World ServiceGetty Images / PAFour people have been arrested by police investigating the...

Music festival cancelled, kids hospitalised after 'extraordinary incident'

A group of children were rushed to hospital following an "extraordinary medical incident" that led to the cancellation of a music festival. The Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod, which was...

Armed police in Romania carry out raids linked to UK tax scam

Armed police in Romania carry out raids linked to UK tax scam2 hours agoAnna LamcheBBC NewsRomanian Police/HMRCRomanian police have targeted a gang suspected of being behind a complex scam in which...

Julia Bradbury says 'it was perfect' as she details TV wedding

Julia Bradbury has opened up about being involved in a "perfect" TV wedding while presenting Today At The Great Yorkshire Show on Channel 5.The TV star teamed up with Jules Hudson to front the show,...

EasyJet passengers urged to check flights as 24-hour cancellations begin

Anyone flying to or from Italy today or tomorrow may see their travel plans scuppered as multiple airlines will be affected by strike action from Italian baggage handlers. Ryanair, easyJet,...