Lacey Turner confirmed as first Strictly contestant
The actress is best known for her role as Stacey Slater on EastEnders, the BBC One soap she joined in 2004.
Stokes out of England squad, Root named captain
The England and Wales Cricket Board’s (ECB) investigation into the actions of Stokes and Atkinson is still ongoing. An ECB statement said: “Given the ongoing investigation, Ben Stokes and Gus…
Two migrants jailed under new small boats law
Two migrants jailed under new small boats law 11 minutes agoSean SeddonandDominic Casciani,Home and Legal Correspondent CPSMohammad Tajik (L) and Alnour Mohamed Ali (R) were jailed for piloting small boats…
Eight red cards shown to Brazil in fiery friendly against US women
Eight red cards shown to Brazil in fiery friendly against US women Four Brazilian players and four members of their coaching staff were sent off during a dramatic encounter in…
‘I’ll never get over watching my home burn’: Belfast residents reel after night of unrest
I will never get over watching my home of 13 years burn down Just nowCiarán McCauleyBBC News NI BBCJamie Corrie says his home is ruined Families in Belfast, including one…
US bombs Iran’s water facilities: Why that’s so significant
EXPLAINER US bombs Iran’s water facilities: Why that’s so significant The US struck several sites in Iran, saying it retaliated against the downing of a US helicopter in the Strait…
Mexico vs South Africa: World Cup 2026 opening game – teams, start, lineups
Who: Mexico vs South Africa What: FIFA World Cup 2026 Group A match Where: Estadio Azteca, Mexico City When: Thursday, 1pm local time (19:00 GMT) How to follow: We’ll have…
West Bank ethnic cleansing, settler attacks Israel’s state policy: Amnesty
West Bank ethnic cleansing, settler attacks Israel’s state policy: Amnesty Israel is using war crimes and crimes against humanity to ‘accelerate’ its ‘annexation agenda and settlement expansion’, according to the…
Ukraine says missiles hit military plant deep inside Russia
Ukraine’s military also says it has struck a Russian oil refinery and a “shadow fleet” oil tanker in the Black Sea.
Three arrested over Glasgow disorder and racist assaults after Belfast knife attack
Three arrested over Glasgow disorder and racist assaults after Belfast knife attack 10 minutes agoJames DelaneyBBC Scotland BBCPolice closed down part of Glasgow city centre on Tuesday evening. Three men…