Record 230 people cross Channel in one small boat
Posted on Monday August 10, 2026

The 230 people on one boat breaks the previous record from July, which was 165 on a vessel.

Travelodge staff gave domestic abuser key to his victim's room
Posted on Monday August 10, 2026

A woman tells the BBC her attacker kicked her hotel room door "off its hinges" after reception gave him the key.

Thames Water gave finance boss a £1m signing-on fee
Posted on Monday August 10, 2026

The seven-figure payment was given to Steve Buck as part of package to persuade him to join the troubled utility company.

Ban on 'subscription traps' brought forward by three months
Posted on Monday August 10, 2026

The prime minister is embarking on a UK tour with a series of announcements aimed at easing living costs.

Evidence that South African special forces murdered top detective shared with BBC
Posted on Sunday August 09, 2026

Frans Mathipa was shot while driving - we got access to the prosecution case against eight accused men.