The King has used his VJ Day speech to send a stark message about current global conflicts. He describes the anniversary as a reminder that “war’s true cost extends beyond battlefields, touching... Read more »

A-level top grades reach record high outside of Covid years Pamela Duncan More than 800,000 students got their A-level results today – and the topline figures indicate that many will be happy... Read more »

Even in midsummer, the ancient hazelwoods on the Hebridean island of Seil are cool and quiet. Countless slanted stems of hazel support a thick canopy, which blots out the sun and blankets... Read more »

Struggling Thames Water has said a new reservoir in Oxfordshire could cost more than three times the original budget, pushing the eventual cost to be covered by bill-payers to as much as... Read more »

Donald Trump has said he believes Vladimir Putin is ready to make a deal on the war in Ukraine as the two leaders prepare for their summit in Alaska on Friday, but... Read more »

A drug used in medical abortions could help prevent women at high risk of breast cancer from developing the disease, according to an international group of doctors and scientists. However, “stigma” around... Read more »

Tom Espiner BBC business reporter Getty Images UK economic growth slowed between April and June, according to official figures, but came in better than expected. The economy expanded by 0.3%, down from... Read more »

Sir Keir Starmer and Volodymyr Zelensky believe there is a “viable” chance of a ceasefire in Ukraine but Vladimir Putin must “prove he is serious about peace,” Downing Street has said. The... Read more »

Robbie Meredith, Jake Wood, Rebekah Wilson & Teresa Craig BBC News NI PA Media Isabelle and Hollie got their A-level results at Sullivan Upper School in Holywood, County Down A-level results in... Read more »