Early release scheme risks more serious crimes, probation chief warns
Posted on Wednesday August 12, 2026

The chief inspector of probation for England and Wales tells the BBC services are already under "unprecedented pressure".

Woman assaulted by double murderer says nightmare became 'real life' when police let him attack again
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

Serial sex offender Simon Levy went on to murder two women and rape a third after a series of disastrous decisions that left him free to roam the streets.

UK to get best eclipse since 1999 as Moon blocks out Sun across Europe
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

Up to 96% of the Sun will be covered by the Moon in the UK, while parts of Spain, Greenland, Iceland, Portugal and Russia will see a total eclipse.

Three ways to watch the solar eclipse safely without glasses
Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026

With some shops running out of stock, it may be too late to buy eclipse glasses - but you can still safely watch the spectacle using some household items.

Burnham to chair Cobra meeting on extreme heat as temperatures surge again
Posted on Wednesday August 12, 2026

Summer's record-breaking streak continues as the tally for days above 30C in the UK is broken.