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Sexual predator found guilty of murdering two women and raping third
A prolific sexual predator has been found guilty of murdering two women and violently raping a third amid a string of missed chances to stop him.
Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:05:00 +0100
A prolific sexual predator has been found guilty of murdering two women and violently raping a third amid a string of missed chances to stop him.
Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:05:00 +0100
Small boats get the attention – but this other illegal immigration route is still a problem
As a Sky News investigation reveals the business model of a people smuggler claiming to use fake documents to bring migrants via the Channel Tunnel, we have spoken to an officer who formerly worked in border control who says staff felt "overwhelmed".
Thu, 06 Aug 2026 08:23:00 +0100
As a Sky News investigation reveals the business model of a people smuggler claiming to use fake documents to bring migrants via the Channel Tunnel, we have spoken to an officer who formerly worked in border control who says staff felt "overwhelmed".
Thu, 06 Aug 2026 08:23:00 +0100
Scorching temperatures to return to UK - with risk of new droughts next week
Scorching temperatures of 36C are expected in the UK next week, with heat health alerts in place and the risk of new droughts.
Fri, 07 Aug 2026 08:42:00 +0100
Scorching temperatures of 36C are expected in the UK next week, with heat health alerts in place and the risk of new droughts.
Fri, 07 Aug 2026 08:42:00 +0100
Stars pay tribute to music producer William Orbit who has died
British music producer William Orbit, best known for his work with artists including Madonna, Blur and All Saints, has died aged 69.
Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:07:00 +0100
British music producer William Orbit, best known for his work with artists including Madonna, Blur and All Saints, has died aged 69.
Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:07:00 +0100
Manhunt for child rapist who escaped while on leave
A manhunt has been launched for an escaped sex offender who was being held in secure units after raping a 10-year-old girl.
Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:40:00 +0100
A manhunt has been launched for an escaped sex offender who was being held in secure units after raping a 10-year-old girl.
Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:40:00 +0100
Man admits hiding fatal arson attack suspect's body in bin
A man has admitted preventing the lawful burial of a suspect in a fatal arson attack after a man's body was found in a wheelie bin in Liverpool.
Fri, 07 Aug 2026 19:00:00 +0100
A man has admitted preventing the lawful burial of a suspect in a fatal arson attack after a man's body was found in a wheelie bin in Liverpool.
Fri, 07 Aug 2026 19:00:00 +0100
Prison officer sentenced for starting relationship with 'Latvian Pablo Escobar' in jail
A prison officer has been jailed after starting a relationship with a drug dealer while he was imprisoned there.
Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:55:00 +0100
A prison officer has been jailed after starting a relationship with a drug dealer while he was imprisoned there.
Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:55:00 +0100
Billionaire Ashley leads race to clinch takeover of Harvey Nichols
The billionaire retail tycoon Mike Ashley is closing in on a takeover of Harvey Nichols, one of Britain's best-known department store chains, in a deal which is expected to see the business briefly placed into administration.
Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:27:00 +0100
The billionaire retail tycoon Mike Ashley is closing in on a takeover of Harvey Nichols, one of Britain's best-known department store chains, in a deal which is expected to see the business briefly placed into administration.
Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:27:00 +0100
Developers found guilty after man killed by falling window
Two developers have been found guilty of ignoring "foreseeable risks" after a coach driver was killed by a falling window pane.
Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:30:00 +0100
Two developers have been found guilty of ignoring "foreseeable risks" after a coach driver was killed by a falling window pane.
Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:30:00 +0100
England footballer charged over assault at Soho nightclub
England international footballer Ivan Toney has been charged with assault at a Soho nightclub.
Thu, 30 Jul 2026 08:57:00 +0100
England international footballer Ivan Toney has been charged with assault at a Soho nightclub.
Thu, 30 Jul 2026 08:57:00 +0100