Met boss warns Britain risks having fewer bobbies on the beat and soaring crime rates unless red tape cut in biggest shake-up of forces in half a century

British doctor who tested positive for Ebola in DRC returns to UK for specialist treatment

The doctor is receiving specialist treatment at a hospital in London

Sky Black Friday 2026: Major sale update as countdown starts now

Sky shoppers could make some huge savings across broadband, TV and mobile packages this year

Dusk reduces 'timeless' £38 lamp that gives a 'gorgeous glow on wintry evenings'

"Very stylish and it has improved our living room just by its presence. Good value for money and a timeless design."

Award-winning chef eyes up 14th-century pub for third restaurant

A historic pub is set to serve food again for the first time in six months after being taken over by an award-winning chef.

US sanctions Chinese firms over alleged military supplies to Cuba

The United States has imposed sanctions on two Chinese companies it accuses of supplying equipment and components to Cuba’s military, as Washington intensifies pressure on Havana’s foreign suppliers and expands its authority to target businesses operating on the island. The US State Department said on Thursday that China National Electronic Import and Export Company, or CEIEC, and Beijing H&C Technologies had worked with Cuban arms procurement company Sociedad Mercantil Duna to supply...

Gavin Newsom says he will commute all death sentences in California to life

There are 548 people on death row in California. Newsom’s decision announced Thursday comes as he prepares to leave office after eight years.

EastEnders icon Charlie Brooks breaks silence on Janine Butcher's dramatic return

The Walford villain has not been seen on the BBC soap in four years

'Distinctive dog lead' may help find missing Bury pensioner as desperate search enters day four

Multiple teams including an underwater search team are now underway to try and find Anthony

Democrats’ midterm win sends shockwaves through Wall Street! Nasdaq crashes 5% as AI stocks tank

Police interview tapes show nervous Russell Brand as he is quizzed over rape and sexual assaults

Video footage has been released by The Metropolitan Police

Lopez: She's got political savvy, good timing, or both. And she's about to become Mayor Raman

From unexpected contestant to winning candidate, Raman's next challenge is daunting: Fix City Hall.

How Mayor-elect Raman will remake L.A. City Hall

Raman is looking to boost housing production, add bike lanes and replace the current police chief. She's also planning to be hands-on manager, using data to assess the city's effectiveness.