School protests send shivers down French government's spine
Posted on Friday October 02, 2026

A movement that started nearly two weeks ago has spread, and in France young people on the streets spells trouble, writes Hugh Schofield.

Watch: 'I was not going to let others die' - pilot of Flydubai flight describes cockpit attack by co-pilot
Posted on Friday October 02, 2026

He has been hailed a hero for opening the cockpit door, allowing passengers to overpower his co-pilot.

Woman who killed abusive partner has murder conviction overturned
Posted on Friday October 02, 2026

The Court of Appeal ruled that jurors were misdirected on Julie Ann McIlwaine's loss of control defence to the killing of James Joseph Crossley.

Tories aim to be election-ready ahead of party conference
Posted on Friday October 02, 2026

The party will focus on the economy and welfare, as Kemi Badenoch tells her team to prepare for a possible early election.

Dolly Parton sings Jolene in Welsh in recording released after her death
Posted on Friday October 02, 2026

Parton's niece Jada Star and Welsh singer Bronwen Lewis say the country artist was proud to sing in Welsh.