Child among six killed in Ecuador tourist beach shooting
Gunmen open fire at seaside restaurant in Puerto Lopez, killing six before fleeing by boat. Authorities launch massive manhunt amid gang violence fears.
Gunmen open fire at seaside restaurant in Puerto Lopez, killing six before fleeing by boat. Authorities launch massive manhunt amid gang violence fears.
Over 12,000 people oppose Vinnie Jones's plan for a luxury shooting retreat on his West Sussex farm. Campaigners say it threatens wildlife in the South Downs National Park.
Police swarm Stratford Road in Sparkhill after gunfire. One man injured by shrapnel, three arrested for suspected drug dealing. Get the latest details.
Armed police rushed to Stratford Road in Sparkhill after gunshots were fired. One man was injured by shrapnel, and three men were arrested on suspicion of drug dealing.
Police Scotland make a fresh appeal for information on what would have been Jordan Gray's 27th birthday. The 26-year-old was found shot dead in his Motherwell flat on December 15.
From dazzling lights to bulky Santa suits, discover the surprising UK laws that could result in fines of up to £5,000 this Christmas Day. Stay safe and avoid a festive penalty.
The Met Office predicts a mostly dry, cold, and bright Christmas Day 2025 for the UK, with a brisk wind and a very low chance of snow. Find out the full festive forecast.
Discover the complete festive TV listings for Christmas Day 2025. Find out what films and specials are on BBC One, ITV1, Channel 4 and Channel 5. Plan your perfect day of viewing.
Olivia Attwood, Pete Wicks and Strictly's Luba Mushtuk explain their reasons for a solo Christmas Day in 2025. Discover why they're choosing solitude this festive season.
Two men, aged 50 and 27, are in custody after a man in his 20s was shot in Willenhall. The victim suffered life-threatening injuries. Police are appealing for information.
A man is fighting for life after a shooting in Willenhall. Police have cordoned off Wordsworth Road and are conducting extensive searches. Read the latest updates.
Three individuals have been sentenced for their roles in a Redditch drug gang shooting where a bullet struck a child's car seat. Discover the full court outcome and police response.
A man is in a critical condition after being shot on Wordsworth Road in Willenhall. West Midlands Police are investigating the incident that occurred hours before Christmas Eve.
Actor Ernest Heinz faces first-degree attempted murder charges after allegedly shooting a mother-of-three in the face during a New Jersey road rage incident. Read the full details.
Ernest Heinz, known for a Sopranos role, faces 31 charges including attempted murder after a September 2024 road rage shooting in New Jersey that left a mother blind in one eye.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer uses his Christmas message to thank NHS staff, emergency services and volunteers working over the festive period, as new figures reveal 1.2 million will be on duty.
Your complete guide to the Christmas Eve TV schedule for 2025, featuring festive films, specials, and shows across all major UK channels. Plan your viewing now!
A man has died after a shooting on Swanage Road in Birmingham. Armed police and a helicopter were deployed. Police urge witnesses to come forward with information.
Three members of the same Birmingham family are behind bars after police seized a loaded shotgun and drugs worth over £12,000. Read the full story of the investigation and sentencing.
The family of Marcus Meade, fatally shot by police in Redditch on Christmas Eve 2024, are holding a protest for justice. They demand answers and officer suspension.
A new image of Sajid Akram, the Bondi Beach gunman, is released. His family claim they were unaware of his radicalisation. Read the latest on the Sydney terror attack investigation.
Melly May Lynch, 29, spent two days and £250 embracing the nostalgic 'tacky Christmas' TikTok trend in her North Wales home. Discover her festive transformation and the hunt for 90s decorations.
Find the full list of 42 Wetherspoons pubs open in the West Midlands on Christmas Day 2024, offering festive meals and company for those alone. Discover your local.
A terrifying gun battle erupted outside a Greggs bakery in Sheldon, Birmingham. Witnesses describe shoppers with babies hiding as staff locked doors. Police are investigating.
England introduces a major animal welfare law, banning the shooting of brown hares for most of the year to protect them during breeding season. Read the full details.
West Midlands Police have arrested three people after a targeted shooting on Great Hampton Row in Birmingham. A man in his 20s is in hospital with serious injuries. Police are appealing for witnesses.
A 22-year-old man appears in court charged over a shooting in Smethwick that left a man seriously injured. Read the latest on the police investigation and charges.
West Midlands Police announce increased patrols and community engagement following the horrific terrorist attack in Sydney. Read about the local safety response.
Five men from Birmingham face long jail terms after plotting a horrific shooting that left a father seriously injured. Read the full details of the planned attack.
A father was shot four times on his doorstep in Darlaston. Five men have admitted conspiracy charges. Read the full story of the horrific attack.