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Too many children are still being subjected to "intrusive and traumatic" strip searches, the Children's Commissioner has warned.

Some pet passports become invalid today due to new EU travel rules.

If it feels like hay fever is hitting harder every year, you're not imagining it.

Facial recognition systems will be introduced across the country, the government has said as it welcomed the failure of a legal challenge to the technology.

In May 2016, Leicester City held aloft the Premier League trophy, defying 5,000/1 odds in what was one of the most extraordinary underdog stories in the history of English football.

English Football League (EFL) clubs have opposed bringing in a VAR challenge system for managers in the Championship.

Health Secretary Wes Streeting has hailed a "historic moment for the nation's health" after a law to create a "smoke-free generation" cleared parliament.

Two UK ticket-holders have scooped a third of the Euromillions jackpot winning more than £41million each, National Lottery operator Allwyn has said.

The founder of a pioneering football supporters group set up to strengthen the connection between Birmingham City FC and the South Asian community has been honoured with the Lord Mayor’s Award.

The first ever UK and International tour of The Talented Mr Ripley has arrived in Wolverhampton with stars Ed McVey, Bruce Herbelin-Earle and Maisie Smith being photographed at the Grand Theatre.

Halesowen College is proud to announce its 60th anniversary celebrations, marking six decades of serving learners and the wider community.

Rogue trader Anthony Millward was handed a 32-month prison sentence and has been ordered to pay £16,000 following sentencing at Wolverhampton Crown Court earlier this month.

Dudley Zoo and Castle is celebrating its best Easter since 2019, welcoming more than 27,500 visitors over the two-week holiday period.

Dudley Council says it is working round the clock to catch up on late rubbish and recycling collections in the face of online complaints.

Dudley’s Green Party is aiming high in the borough’s local elections with an almost full slate of candidates.

Unsung community heroes from across Dudley borough were celebrated at the Mayor’s Ball and Civic Awards 2026, held in front of more than 250 guests at the Copthorne Hotel in Brierley Hill.

Harvey Weinstein used his influence in Hollywood to prey on women, a prosecutor has told a New York jury as a rape charge returned to court for a third time.

Alan Osmond, the oldest member of family pop group The Osmonds, one of the most successful groups of the 1970s has died, his family has said.

US singer D4vd has pleaded not guilty to the murder of a 14-year-old girl, who was found dismembered in his Tesla.

Amy Winehouse's father has lost a High Court claim against two of the star's friends over the sale of items she once owned.

Zoologist, TV presenter and author Desmond Morris has died at the age of 98.

Arne Slot is expected to continue as Liverpool head coach next season, Sky Sports News understands, as the club close in on Champions League qualification.

The question before the Women's Six Nations was whether anyone could break England's stranglehold on world rugby. Two games in, and the Red Roses simply haven't missed a beat.

Richard Riakporhe will push for a world title shot at heavyweight.

Liam Rosenior hit out at the "indefensible", "unacceptable" and "unprofessional" performance of his Chelsea players in two separate interviews after their 3-0 defeat at Brighton.

Lufthansa has said 20,000 short-haul flights are being cut from its schedule this summer, allowing it to save on the soaring cost of jet fuel.

The UK's unemployment rate has taken a surprise fall, according to official figures, released amid warnings of a spike in job losses to come.

In May 2016, Leicester City held aloft the Premier League trophy, defying 5,000/1 odds in what was one of the most extraordinary underdog stories in the history of English football.

Tim Cook is to step down from his role as Apple CEO, to be replaced by John Ternus, the company has announced.

An important debate happened in Westminster this week.

Award-winning journalist Cathy Newman is bringing her own style of friendly, but forensic, political journalism to Sky News.

Reform UK deputy leader Richard Tice said he is "always happy to put things right" if he hasn't paid the right amount of tax.

Former transport secretary Louise Haigh will outline an economic agenda to help voters with the cost of living in one of her most significant interventions since being forced out of cabinet 18 months ago.

At least two senior civil servants knew weeks ago that Peter Mandelson had failed security vetting for his US ambassador role, Sky News understands.

The Pope has warned humanity's future risks being "tragically compromised" due to a breakdown of international law and political responsibility.

Two Israeli soldiers have been jailed for 30 days and removed from combat duty after a statue of Jesus was destroyed. 

Hundreds of MS-13 gang members accused of homicides, drug and arms trafficking, and disappearances are the subject of a mass trial in El Salvador.

Lufthansa has said 20,000 short-haul flights are being cut from its schedule this summer, allowing it to save on the soaring cost of jet fuel.

A gunman has killed a Canadian woman and more than a dozen others were injured in a shooting at one of Mexico's most popular tourist sites.

Hungary's incoming prime minister has said he'll stop the country's withdrawal from the International Criminal Court (ICC).

While the focus of many in the Middle East has been on conflicts in Lebanon and Iran, the scale of damage in Gaza is also back under scrutiny. 

Migrants in Spain have queued up to apply for the country's mass legalisation programme on Monday.

Israel's prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned "in the strongest terms" images of an Israeli soldier damaging a statue of Jesus.

A police chief in Ukraine has resigned after officers reportedly fled the scene of a shooting in Kyiv which killed seven people.

Three people have been jailed for insurance fraud after claiming their cars were damaged by a bear - only for the assailant to be somebody dressed in a bear costume. 

A Chinese man has been jailed after trying to smuggle more than 2,000 live ants out of Kenya.

A cruise passenger who was overserved alcohol and suffered a possible traumatic brain injury after falling down some stairs has been awarded £220,000 in damages.

A giant Seychelles tortoise, believed to be the world’s oldest living land animal, is alive and well after claims he had died turned out to be part of an alleged crypto scam.

The organiser of a Barbie event in Florida is issuing refunds after photos from attendees drew mockery on social media – and a very unflattering comparison.

A masked fan unplugged a VAR monitor during ‌a German second division football match.