Five more arrests in wrong-way crash investigation
Posted on Tuesday August 25, 2026

A total of 17 people have now been arrested in the investigation into the crash that killed seven, including two police officers.

China warns it will protect its interests after US widens sanctions against Iran
Posted on Tuesday August 25, 2026

The US has threatened to isolate nations that continue to do business with Tehran, which sells much of its oil to Beijing.

Trump may hope an 'economic onslaught' will pressure Iran - its leaders are betting otherwise
Posted on Tuesday August 25, 2026

The US says new sanctions are an "economic D-Day", but Tehran's leaders have survived restrictions before.

Man dies in crash after police pursuit
Posted on Tuesday August 25, 2026

Two women are also hurt and one remains in hospital in critical condition.

Yellow weather warnings issued as thunderstorms and flooding forecast
Posted on Tuesday August 25, 2026

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning as heavy showers and thunderstorms are forecast to move northwards across the UK on Wednesday.