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Rishi Sunak says King’s Speech will strengthen British society

Rishi Sunak says King’s Speech will strengthen British society

The King’s Speech will set out the legislative programme for the next session of Parliament.

Rugby player Api Ratuniyarawa appears in court charged with sexual assault

Rugby player Api Ratuniyarawa appears in court charged with sexual assault

The 37-year-old Fiji international had been named as a replacement for the Barbarians against Wales in Cardiff.

Irish woman shot dead in New York was denied justice, funeral hears

Irish woman shot dead in New York was denied justice, funeral hears

Denise Morgan was found dead alongside the body of her partner Joed Taveras who had a gun beside him.

British tourist ‘has never known wind like it’ as Storm Ciaran batters Italy

British tourist ‘has never known wind like it’ as Storm Ciaran batters Italy

At least six people in Italy and one person in Albania were killed on Friday, taking the storm’s death toll to 14 across Europe this week.

Protesters call on Suella Braverman to stop ‘stirring up hatred and fear’

Protesters call on Suella Braverman to stop ‘stirring up hatred and fear’

Demonstrators gathered outside the Home Office in response to the Cabinet minister’s comments on refugees and the homeless.

Expelling Israel’s ambassador will not help Irish citizens in Gaza, Martin says

Expelling Israel’s ambassador will not help Irish citizens in Gaza, Martin says

Micheal Martin’s comments come as Sinn Fein say ambassador Dana Erlich’s position in Dublin has become untenable.

Met Office raises impact level of weather warning for southern parts of England

Met Office raises impact level of weather warning for southern parts of England

A yellow warning for heavy rain stretching from Dorset to Kent has been issued by the Met Office.

Critically ill baby’s parents lose another round of life-support treatment fight

Critically ill baby’s parents lose another round of life-support treatment fight

Two appeal judges have blocked an appeal bid after a High Court judge said moving to a Rome hospital would not be in Indi Gregory’s best interests.

Friends stars attend Matthew Perry’s funeral in LA, US media reports

Friends stars attend Matthew Perry’s funeral in LA, US media reports

Loved ones of the US actor gathered for the funeral service at the Forest Lawn Memorial Park on Friday, it was reported.

Bob Stewart surrenders Tory whip as he considers racist abuse conviction appeal

Bob Stewart surrenders Tory whip as he considers racist abuse conviction appeal

Labour and the Liberal Democrats had called on the Prime Minister to remove Mr Stewart as a Conservative MP.

Braverman rails against ‘nuisance’ homeless tents blighting British streets

Braverman rails against ‘nuisance’ homeless tents blighting British streets

The Home Secretary said rough sleepers occupying tents were ‘living on the streets as a lifestyle choice’.

Zara Aleena’s aunt calls for law change after murderer wins Court of Appeal bid

Zara Aleena’s aunt calls for law change after murderer wins Court of Appeal bid

Farah Naz said her family were ‘extremely disappointed’ by the decision to reduce Jordan McSweeney’s minimum prison term.

Flynn: Sunak must use ‘first and last’ King’s Speech for cost-of-living support

Flynn: Sunak must use ‘first and last’ King’s Speech for cost-of-living support

The SNP Westminster leader said Tuesday’s speech must include a £400 energy bill rebate.

Career criminal jailed over transportation of cocaine and cash across Europe

Career criminal jailed over transportation of cocaine and cash across Europe

Paul O’Brien old used encrypted phone network Encrochat to plan the operation alongside an Irish accomplice.

Rewilding at scale not ‘necessarily a good idea’, Princess Royal says

Rewilding at scale not ‘necessarily a good idea’, Princess Royal says

Anne discusses the topic with her brother, the King, but would not say if they always agree.

Russell Brand sued by extra who says she was sexually assaulted on US movie set

Russell Brand sued by extra who says she was sexually assaulted on US movie set

The woman, referred to as Jane Doe in court filings, said the attack occurred in 2010.

Russell Brand sued by extra who says she was sexually assaulted on US movie set

Russell Brand sued by extra who says she was sexually assaulted on US movie set

The woman, referred to as Jane Doe in court filings, said the attack occurred in 2010.

Jewish-Arab school in Israel wins global prize for overcoming adversity

Jewish-Arab school in Israel wins global prize for overcoming adversity

A bilingual and integrated school in Jerusalem has been praised for its efforts to heal divisions between Jewish and Arab communities.

Singapore will light up green ahead of Prince of Wales’ Earthshot Prize ceremony

Singapore will light up green ahead of Prince of Wales’ Earthshot Prize ceremony

The illuminated Singapore skyline follows a similar activation at Boston City Hall to mark the arrival of the second-annual Earthshot Awards in 2022.

Singapore will light up green ahead of Prince of Wales’ Earthshot Prize ceremony

Singapore will light up green ahead of Prince of Wales’ Earthshot Prize ceremony

The illuminated Singapore skyline follows a similar activation at Boston City Hall to mark the arrival of the second-annual Earthshot Awards in 2022.

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