Mark Gibbon and his daughter-in-law argued about his grandchildren before he tried to drown her on a family holiday, Florida police say.
Month: August 2025
Extra-strong nicotine pouches packaged like children’s sweets
Nicotine products designed to appeal to children are being openly sold in shops in Scotland.
Reeves must raise tax to cover £41bn gap, says think tank
Sir Keir Starmer defended the government’s handling of the economy but failed to answer a question about taxes.
MasterChef returns with sacked hosts but without their jokes
Gregg Wallace and John Torode were both sacked following a report into conduct on the BBC show.
Fugitive jailed for murder of mother walking dog
The trial judge says it may never be known what triggered the “outburst of violence” against Anita Rose.
Airport runway reopens after emergency landing
The plane has been removed, and Birmingham Airport’s runway reopened shortly before 20:00 BST.
More teens to get their choice of uni even if they miss their grades, says Ucas
A record number of 18-year-olds will get into their first choice, even if they miss their grades.
‘I live in a peaceful corner of Bristol. But the house next door is empty and full of rats’
The number of vacant properties in England is rising, causing problems for residents and councils.
Gordon Brown calls for gambling tax to cut child poverty
Anti-poverty campaigners say axing the two-child benefit cap is the “single most effective” step.
Wrong remains from Air India crash ‘adds to trauma’, says family
Fiongal Greenlaw-Meek’s sister tells BBC Newsnight her family are seeking closure and dignity for her brother.
