Vladimir Kara-Murza, a Russian writer and activist, was one of 24 prisoners released on 1 August.

Freed prisoner details time in 'harshest' Russian jail

Ukraine destroys a bridge over the river Seym as it continues its incursion into Russia's Kursk region.

Ukraine incursion destroys key Russian bridge

A woman who fled Afghanistan when the Taliban took control three years ago says she fears for those she left behind. Sosan and her husband came to London in 2021 and have been granted indefinite leave to remain in the UK through the government's resettlement scheme, along with thousands of other Afghan nationals now living in the capital.

'I saw the Taliban shoot women and girls'

Louis Walters is sentenced for the "monstrous" attack in Sheffield in January.

Rapist who attacked woman in her own home jailed

A police sniper potentially saved lives by shooting the rifle of the would-be assassin, a congressional report says.

Sniper shot Trump gunman's weapon and delayed him - report

The Greater Manchester detective was stabbed at the prison in County Durham last month, police say.

Man charged with stabbing police officer at prison

A man who died following an altercation has now been named by police. Suffolk Police was called to reports of an assault on the Felixstowe seafront promenade by Undercliff Road West on Saturday at 21:20 BST. The next day they were called to a property in Carr Road where where...

Man, 25, found dead in property named by police

David Surridge's victim came forward 40 years after he assaulted her several times, police said.

Ex-PC admits abusing teenage girl

A man in his 40s is arrested on suspicion of murder after a body is found in woodland in Wythenshawe.

Murder arrest after body found in woods

Surrey Police says it is aware of videos circulating on social media relating to the incident.

Woman charged with outraging public decency

The camera captures two people arriving on a motorbike just before the pole falls on to a house.

CCTV pole cut down on first day of use

While still saying he is "entitled to personal attacks", Donald Trump seeks to shift his campaign focus to policy.

A different kind of Trump goes on display

The Republican lists over 150 pages of assets, but he also owes more than $100m (£91m) from lawsuits.

Trump made $300k from selling bibles - but owes $100m

The Sun is going through a period of high activity, but it is nothing compared to an enormous solar event that slammed into our planet 14,000 years ago. If one were to occur today, the effect on Earth could be devastating. T — The oldest trees on Earth date back...

The superstorms from space that could end modern life

Police say the incident took place in the New Walk area of York in the early hours of this morning.

Man arrested on suspicion of rape

Comedian Reginald D Hunter has apologised for an "unfortunate incident" after accusations that jokes at his Edinburgh Fringe show were antisemitic. Two audience members at his Fluffy Fluffy Beavers show, who were believed to be Israeli, objected to a joke comparing an abusive wife complaining about being abused herself to "like being married to Israel".

Comedian Reginald D Hunter apologises after antisemitism row

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Four people have been arrested in Los Angeles for allegedly killing American actor Johnny Wactor while trying to steal a part from his car. Three - Robert Barceleau, Leonel Gutierrez, and Sergio Estrada - were arrested for murder. A fourth, Frank Olano, faces a charge of accessory to murder, according...

Four arrested in fatal shooting of US actor in Los Angeles

The Duke of Sussex has said the spread of false information via AI and social media means "we are no longer debating facts" during a four-day visit to Colombia. Prince Harry, along with the Duchess of Sussex, arrived in the country on Thursday and was hosted by Vice-President Francia Márquez, who invited the couple after watching a Netflix series about their lives.

We are no longer debating facts, says Harry in Colombia

Israel Adesanya breaks down after an angry exchange with Dricus du Plessis before their middleweight title fight at UFC 305 on Saturday.

Adesanya sheds tears at charged UFC 305 news conference

The region's governor says daily shelling from Ukraine is making life "extremely difficult".

Second Russian region declares state of emergency after Ukraine attack

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Prisoners to be released early to ease overcrowding

The government will announce plans on Friday to release prisoners early to stop jails becoming full in England and Wales, the BBC has confirmed. Justice Secretary...

Prisoners to be released early to ease overcrowding

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