Once-in-a-generation solar eclipse wows millions in UK and Europe
Posted on Wednesday August 12, 2026

More than 95% of the Sun was covered by the Moon in Cornwall, while parts of Spain experienced the magic of a total eclipse.

Millions watch 'surreal' solar eclipse in UK and Europe
Posted on Wednesday August 12, 2026

More than 90% of the Sun was covered by the Moon in the UK, while a full eclipse was visible in Spain and Iceland.

Major Russian grain export terminals hit in Ukraine Black Sea port attack
Posted on Wednesday August 12, 2026

Grain exports from both Russia and Ukraine are falling as both countries attack each other's shipping facilities and ports.

Students wait for A-level, T-level and BTec results
Posted on Wednesday August 12, 2026

Another record number of students are expected to secure a place at their first choice of university.

Double killer and rapist given whole life sentence
Posted on Wednesday August 12, 2026

Simon Levy, from Tottenham, will spend the rest of his life in prison for the murder of two women and rape of a third.