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Scotland becomes first UK country to legalise water cremations

Hydrolysis uses alkaline and water to break down body in a few hours and is part of demand for more sustainable funeralsScotland has become the first part of the UK to legalise hydrolysis, an environm...

Leeds say boos during Ramadan pause 'disappointing'

Leeds United say loud boos during a brief pause in play to allow players observing Ramadan to break their fast in Saturday's Premier League game at Elland Road were "disappointing".

UK house prices rise in February as chancellor avoids ‘negative speculation’

Rachel Reeves’s upcoming spring forecast has not led to slowdown, as property tax rumours did in NovemberBusiness live – latest updatesUK politics live – latest updatesHouse prices in the UK increased...

NME Music News8 months ago

Sombr at the BRITs 2026: “I love America, but I think music from the UK beats them”

The ‘Back To Friends’ singer spoke to NME about his love of Elton John, Oasis and The Verve The post Sombr at the BRITs 2026: “I love America, but I think music from the UK beats them” appeared first...

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Bridge over Erewash Canal to be taken down after more than a century

It is making way for a new curved footbridge, which is one of two new bridges being built over the canal

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NME Music News8 months ago

Turnstile on using their platform to speak out: “Artists serve as a mirror to reflect what’s happening in the world”

"There's a lot of dehumanisation and a lot of need for empathy and awareness," the band told NME on the BRITs 2026 red carpet The post Turnstile on using their platform to speak out: “Artists serve a...

The Guardian Music8 months ago

‘My guitar was mangled – like my life!’ Goo Goo Dolls on how they made epic ballad Iris

‘I’m grateful to Taylor Swift, and others who have covered it, for introducing the song to a new generation. Three billion streams on Spotify is astonishing!’I was going through a divorce and living i...

What is the extent of the UK’s involvement in the Middle East war?

What is likely to happen now that the US has been given permission to use British bases for a ‘specific and limited defensive purpose’ US-Israel war on Iran – live updatesWhat we know so far on day th...

India and Canada reset ties with 'landmark' nuclear energy deal

A host of deals, including one to supply India with uranium, is unveiled as Mark Carney meets Narendra Modi in Delhi.

Sky News - UK8 months ago

'No one is above the law': Met commissioner says investigations into Epstein files send 'right message'

Police investigations into the Epstein files send the "right message" that "no one is above the law", the Metropolitan Police commissioner has told Sky News.

Man accused of driving wife to suicide developed software to track her, jury told

Christopher Trybus is on trial for manslaughter after his wife Tarryn Baird took her own life.

More than 100,000 Britons register for help in Middle East

Foreign Office sources say no evacuation was imminent but the government is preparing for potential scenarios.

NME Music News8 months ago

Disturbed’s David Draiman hits back at Jack White’s criticism of Donald Trump’s Iran attack, offers “open invitation” to discuss

He said the the campaign to "free Iran" was not something White, "or anyone for that matter, should be taking issue with" The post Disturbed’s David Draiman hits back at Jack White’s criticism of Do...

Why Archer may hold key for England against 'fearsome' India

England have some reasons for hope before their T20 World Cup semi-final against India, but other issues show the difficulty of their task.

Sky News - UK8 months ago

Wettest winter on record for parts of the UK, says Met Office

Winter was the wettest on record for parts of the UK, according to provisional figures from the Met Office.

Killer grey seals suspected of claiming first dolphin in Welsh waters

Marine investigators say the death may be linked to a group of grey seals operating between Wales and Devon.

Politics

Welsh Labour leader begins party’s uphill battle for Senedd victory

Eluned Morgan focuses on party’s ‘distinctive identity’ as it faces twin threat of Plaid Cymru and Reform UK The leader of Welsh Labour, Eluned Morgan, has said her party is a patriotic protector of h...

'They hit so hard the house was shaking': Iranians describe impact of US-Israel attacks

People in Iran tell the BBC they hear explosions day and night, as the US and Israel continue striking the country for a third day.

Why are UK military bases being used in Iran conflict?

The Prime Minister says the US can use British military bases for "limited defensive purpose".