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UK plans social media ban for under‑16s

The UK’s planned social media ban marks a major shift in how governments regulate children’s digital lives. With enforcement expected in spring 2027, millions of young people - and the tech companies they use - will need to adapt to a new online landscape aimed at prioritising safety over unrestricted access.

KIC Radio Honoured with Employer Contribution Award at Walsall College STAR Awards

KIC Radio has been recognised for its outstanding contribution to student development after receiving the Employer Contribution Award at this year’s Walsall College STAR Awards.

Young Filmmaker Shines Spotlight on Knife Crime Awareness

Molly Strafford, a young filmmaker from Aldridge, is being recognised for using creativity to tackle a serious issue affecting young people today - knife crime.

Wolverhampton Young Citizen Awards Open for Nominations

Wolverhampton is full of young people doing incredible things, and now it’s time to shine a spotlight on them. The 2026 Wolverhampton Young Citizen Awards are officially open for nominations, and the city’s community is being asked to help recognise the next generation of local heroes.

Disruption to last a week after fatal Bedford train crash

Police say 28 people remain in hospital after two trains collided on Friday.

Three teens arrested over boy's fatal stabbing

Jamal Coombes was found fatally injured near Lavender Hill, Battersea, on Saturday morning.

Grimsby Town devastated by Alex Hughes death

Alex, the son of former Wales manager Mark Hughes, worked in player recruitment for Grimsby Town.

In pictures: Swimmers and hikers enjoy solstice

A selection of images from across the UK to mark the longest day of the year.

Man and two boys charged with murder

They remain in custody ahead of an appearance at Newcastle Magistrates' Court on Monday.

Ruptured gas main triggers city centre evacuation

People have been advised to avoid the area by emergency services.

Alison Hammond: Strictly job 'wouldn't fit into schedule'

Alison Hammond said that Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe are "the dream team".

Man stabbed to death in Crystal Palace

A man is arrested on suspicion of murder after another man was stabbed in south-east London.

Manslaughter arrest after death on small boat crossing

The migrant was found unresponsive on a boat in the English Channel on Saturday.

Extreme heat warning extended to four days as temperatures could hit 38C

A Met Office amber weather warning for heat comes into force on Monday and will now last through to Thursday.

'Two Lads' stone monuments on moors to be rebuilt

The Two Lads landmarks are to be rebuilt to make them safer and deter further vandalism.

Yarn bomber winds up wool after five years

The natty knitter crafting crochet post box toppers for five years says it is time to stop.

Vinted buyer solves lost wedding ring mystery

Katie Howett found the ring when she ordered a ski jacket for her daughter.

'I used life savings to take grandad to World Cup'

The pair are travelling to New York for the first part of their "once in a lifetime" trip.

The tiny highway helping London's hedgehogs

A hedgehog highway is a network of small holes and gaps that allows hedgehogs to move freely.

'David Hockney did our portraits'

David and Susan Neave befriended the artist after he moved to Bridlington in East Yorkshire.

The town where Labour support has fallen by 52%

Voters tell the BBC they have switched to Reform after becoming disillusioned with Labour.

What we know about deadly Bedford train crash and emergency response

Nine people are in a critical condition out of a total of 28 still in hospital on Saturday, emergency services say.

Child attacked by crocodile at zoo: Here's what we know so far

A 30-year-old man is bailed after a child ended up in a crocodile enclosure at a farm zoo.

Meet the thrifters turning pre-loved into profit

Georgia Nixon and Stacey Almond are among those turning a nose for a bargain into a business.