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Revealed: The main roads in Herefordshire prioritised for repairs

A list of main roads in Herefordshire to be resurfaced in the coming weeks has been revealed.
Appeal to find missing Monmouthshire man

Police in Monmouthshire are concerned for the welfare of Darren Thurgood, 40, who is reported as missing.
Man arrested in connection with stabbing incident

A man has been arrested in connection with a stabbing incident last week in Hereford.
New Food and Drink group launched at online event

A new group to help food and drink businesses across the Marches work more closely together, develop international markets and access specialist support has been launched at an online event.

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Investigation launched after two deaths in Redditch

Police are investigating the deaths of two people in Redditch.

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Snow warnings upgraded with bitterly cold weather expected to grip UK this weekend

A bitter cold snap is sweeping across the UK and is expected to grip the country over the weekend, with some places already seeing roughly 10cm of snow.
Search for missing third person called off after two people drown in the sea near Yorkshire

Searches for a missing person were called off on Saturday evening after two bodies were pulled from the sea off the East Yorkshire coast.
Luke Littler wins second straight World Darts Championship defeating Dutchman Gian van Veen

Luke Littler has won his second straight World Darts Championship, triumphing over Dutchman Gian van Veen.
Son of British woman detained in Iran describes 'criminal' government response

The son of a British woman held in an Iranian jail has described the response of the British government as "criminal", as he delivered a 70-thousand-strong petition to Downing Street.

RAF carries out strikes against IS underground facility in Syria

British forces have bombed a suspected weapons stockpile ⁠previously used by Islamic State in Syria.
Luke Littler wins second straight World Darts Championship defeating Dutchman Gian van Veen

Luke Littler has won his second straight World Darts Championship, triumphing over Dutchman Gian van Veen.
Managers of Swiss bar where fire killed 40 during New Year's event face criminal investigation

The two managers of a Swiss bar where at least 40 people were killed in a devastating fire have been put under criminal investigation.
Murderer among two prisoners at large after absconding on New Year's Day

Two prisoners are being hunted by police after absconding from jail on New Year's Day.

World Darts Championship 2026: Luke Littler thrashes Gian van Veen in final to retain title at Alexandra Palace

Luke Littler successfully defended his World Darts Championship title with a 7-1 thrashing of Gian van Veen in the final at Alexandra Palace.
Luke Littler on 'special feeling' of going back to back at World Darts Championship: 'My name is on that short list'

Luke Littler has hailed the "special feeling" of joining an illustrious and short list of players who have gone back to back at the World Darts Championship.
Scorecard: Australia vs England, fifth Ashes Test, Sydney
World Darts Championship: Gian van Veen disappointed by loss to Luke Littler but excited by future battles with back-to-back world champion

Gian van Veen insists he, Luke Littler and darts' young stars are ready to take over the sport, despite falling short in his bid for a maiden World Darts Championship title.
World Darts Championship 2026: Luke Littler to face Gian van Veen in final after Dutchman holds off Gary Anderson in epic semi-final

Luke Littler will take on Gian van Veen in the World Darts Championship final after the Dutchman came through a tough semi-final battle with Gary Anderson to win 6-3 at Alexandra Palace.

The Voice Of Hind Rajab: Brad Pitt-backed film about death of child in Gaza set for UK release

A film based on the death of a five-year-old girl during Israel's war in Gaza is set to hit UK cinemas this month.
The most anticipated films coming to cinemas in 2026

It has once again been a rollercoaster year for Hollywood.
Trailer released for King Charles documentary on harmony with nature

A trailer has been released for a landmark documentary on King Charles' lifelong effort to bring nature and humanity into harmony.
New Year Honours: Idris Elba, Torvill and Dean, and Lionesses among those recognised

Idris Elba, ice dancers Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean, as well as England's victorious women's football and rugby teams, are among 1,157 people recognised in the New Year Honours list.
Isiah Whitlock Jr., actor who starred in The Wire, dies aged 71

Isiah Whitlock Jr., who was best known for his role on The Wire, has died aged 71.

Tesla loses title of world's biggest electric vehicle maker to Chinese rival BYD

Tesla has lost its crown as the world's bestselling electric vehicle maker.
Chickenpox vaccine being rolled out on NHS for first time

A chickenpox vaccine is being rolled out on the NHS for the first time.
Trailer released for King Charles documentary on harmony with nature

A trailer has been released for a landmark documentary on King Charles' lifelong effort to bring nature and humanity into harmony.
From bone damage to solar radiation - inside the lab trying to protect the astronauts of the future

Space is an alien environment for humans.

Drunk raccoon behind liquor store rampage suspected of other 'break-ins'

A raccoon that passed out drunk after running amok in a Virginia liquor store is suspected of two other "break-ins".
Stolen Fabergé pendant passed to police - quite literally

A Fabergé pendant has been recovered - after police spent six days closely monitoring the man accused of swallowing it.
Spirit animal: Raccoon gets drunk as a skunk in a booze store - and sleeps off hangover in the toilet

A raccoon has gotten as drunk as a skunk.
Is Die Hard a Christmas film? The public have spoken - and you might not like the result

It's a debate that's torn families apart for years - with selection boxes thrown in rage, and stony silences around the dinner table.

New Year Honours: Idris Elba, Torvill and Dean, and Lionesses among those recognised

Idris Elba, ice dancers Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean, as well as England's victorious women's football and rugby teams, are among 1,157 people recognised in the New Year Honours list.
Venezuela crisis: Nicolas Maduro's seizure takes the world into new territory

The seizure of Nicolas Maduro takes the world into new territory.
Budget 2025: Workers being 'hammered' while pensioners benefit, says analysis

Rachel Reeves is "quietly hammering" workers with stealth taxes as a result of her budget last year, a think tank has said.
Managers of Swiss bar where fire killed 40 during New Year's event face criminal investigation

The two managers of a Swiss bar where at least 40 people were killed in a devastating fire have been put under criminal investigation.