Kwasi Kwarteng to stand down as Spelthorne MP
The MP says it has been an “honour to serve the residents of Spelthorne since 2010”.
February 2024
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Los Angeles: Helicopter crew rescues man from surging river
The man entered the water to save his dog after it was swept away. The dog managed to swim to safety.
Rishi Sunak says he was taken by surprise on £1,000 Rwanda bet
5 minutes ago About sharing The prime minister said he took the bet with Piers Morgan to “underline” his commitment to the Rwanda policy By Sam Francis Political reporter, BBC News The prime minister said he was “taken by surprise” when he agreed to make a £1,000 bet over his Rwanda policy. Rishi Sunak said…
Ukraine-born Miss Japan winner relinquishes crown following affair
The controversial Ukraine-born model has resigned after a report on her relations with a married man.
Jaywick dog attack: Esther Martin’s death causes ‘terrible shock’
Jaywick resident Mary Donovan says “we can’t express the sadness and grief for the family”.
Pterosaur: Unique flying reptile soared above Isle of Skye
4 hours ago About sharing The wings, backbone and legs of the flying reptile were found, but not the skull By Georgina Rannard BBC science reporter A unique species of flying reptile, or pterosaur, that lived 168-166 million years ago has been discovered on the Isle of Skye. Its wings, shoulders, legs and backbone were…
Yandex: Owner of ‘Russia’s Google’ pulls out of home country
2 hours ago About sharing By Mariko Oi Business reporter The owner of Yandex, often referred to as “Russia’s Google”, has said it will pull out of its country of origin. Its Dutch-based parent company sold the operation in Russia for 475 billion roubles ($5.2bn; £4.2bn), much lower than its estimated market value. The sale…
Sheffield: New mum urges HIV testing amid case rise
1 hour ago About sharing Becky, from Sheffield, had rapid treatment for her HIV and has since given birth to a healthy baby girl By Larissa Tairo BBC News A woman who discovered she had HIV after a routine health check is backing calls for more people to get tested. Becky, 37, from Sheffield, South…
Atmospheric river: Three killed as record rainfall drenches California
1 hour ago About sharing Watch: Flooded streets, downed trees and snow as storms batter California By Ido Vock BBC News Millions of people in California are facing potentially life-threatening flooding as a storm brings torrential rain to the state. About half a year’s worth of rain could fall in Los Angeles and its surrounding…
Final scheduled cost-of-living payment being paid
32 minutes ago About sharing By Kevin Peachey Cost of living correspondent Eight million people on means-tested benefits are now receiving their final cost-of-living payment to help with high prices and bills. The £299 payment will go directly into bank accounts of those eligible before 22 February without the need to claim. No further payments…