British Steel taken into public ownership to protect 'vital' UK supply

The Scunthorpe steelworks has been officially nationalised under new government powers passed this week.

16th, July 2026, 07:06pm

Man who hid under bed from gardaí jailed over Hawksmoor restaurant burglary

Jamie O’Brien (32) was spotted raiding lockers in staff room at Dublin steakhouse

16th, July 2026, 07:00pm

Firefighters battle through the night as wildfire burns across Cairngorms National Park

Members of the public are being urged to avoid Glenmore Forest Park and Loch Morlich as firefighting continues.

16th, July 2026, 06:56pm

Kane unsure if he will play at next World Cup

Harry Kane says it is "too early" to judge whether he could play on for England until the 2030 World Cup following the painful semi-final defeat by Argentina.

16th, July 2026, 06:35pm

Government brings British Steel under public ownership

The Scunthorpe steelworks has been officially nationalised under new government powers passed this week.

16th, July 2026, 06:09pm

Ballymena vigil for Polish family hears of supports available to those affected

Police continue to investigate suspected double murder and suicide in Co Antrim town

16th, July 2026, 05:36pm

Bananas! Surprise as back garden plant bears fruit

Stephen Hind believes the current hot temperatures and climate change have encouraged the fruit.

16th, July 2026, 05:22pm

Nowak killer's first recorded confession revealed

Vickrum Digwa was recorded in a police van discussing Henry Nowak's murder in Southampton.

16th, July 2026, 05:17pm

Met Éireann forecasts a cooler weekend before warm weather returns

Hot weather alert is due to lapse on Friday morning but could be extended in the south

16th, July 2026, 05:15pm

The man who balances bikes, ladders and sheds on his chin

Salford builder Tobey Newall plans to set the world record for balancing large items on his chin.

16th, July 2026, 05:10pm