The News - Saturday, 27 June 2026

BBC News

US conducts strikes on Iran after attack on cargo ship

US Central Command says it has struck missile and drone storage facilities and coastal radar positions.

Home Office to introduce new asylum routes to UK

The home secretary said "capped safe and legal" routes would help to restore confidence in the asylum system.

Hottest June day record broken for third day in row as temperature hits 37.3C

Suffolk saw the highest temperature on Friday - but many will feel the heatwave begin to ease over the weekend.

Venezuela earthquakes kill 920 people as international rescue teams arrive

Hundreds are still feared trapped under the rubble, as families desperate for news.

Three unusual things about the King's tax bill

King Charles paid £12.9m in tax for 2024-2025 - here's what we know about his unique tax situation.

Madonna was 'jealous of Kylie' - and more things we learned in her Graham Norton interview

All the revelations from Madonna's chat with Graham Norton, including a big hint about Glastonbury.

Meloni and Trump: A very public fall-out that is proving very hard to fix

Italy's PM was not long ago being called the "Trump whisperer", but their relationship has gone from public attacks to personal insults.

How messages between two dads helped expose the largest NHS maternity scandal

Among the hundreds of affected families in Nottingham, two sets of parents led the fight to get answers.

Harry and Meghan accept offer to stay at royal estate during UK visit

The royal residence the pair will use has not been made public, but they will also be staying in private accommodation during the trip.

Trump threatens 100% tariff on European nations over tech tax

The US president says "Numerous European countries" have been discussing bringing in such a levy.

Conservatives offer tax incentive as part of 50,000 reservist pledge

Labour accused the Conservatives of trying to "rewrite history" after making defence cuts while in power.

UK search team joins Venezuela earthquake rescue effort

The 68-strong team left Brize Norton airbase on Friday onboard an RAF plane carrying aid supplies.

Europe's deadly heatwave breaks German record and halts public events

Germany's highest ever temperature of 41.3C is recorded provisionally in Saarbrücken, over the border from France.

Watch: Lightning strikes seen across UK

Lightning strikes lit up the sky across the UK during the early hours of Friday as thunderstorms were triggered by the intense heat.

See it, say it, not sorted. I was let down when I reported my train sexual assault

After reporting an incident on a train, Esme Rice waited 13 hours for a response from the British Transport Police.

'Burnham election call' and 'Too hot for tennis'

Andy Burnham and the record-breaking heatwave across the UK and Europe is prominent across Saturday's papers.

Two years ago, she was delivering parcels - now KWN is an R&B star

The R&B singer broke out with the single Worst Behaviour, which she sold on a custom-built website.

They quit the West for Russia's traditional values, but it wasn't what they expected

The BBC asks Westerners who moved to Russia if life there lives up to expectations.

Going to a festival as a neurodivergent person can be tough - but there are ways to recharge

Some festivals are rolling out calm spaces and noise-cancelling headphones, but there are calls to go further.

Why GTA 6 will launch without a disc - and what it means for gamers

Music and films are now largely digital-only - does the lack of a disc for GTA 6 mean gaming is going the same way?

The first non-stop London to Sydney flight is coming - with challenges

Some analysts say the first non-stop London to Sydney flight is a major milestone - but would you buy a ticket?

How completing the World Cup sticker book is like having a second job

From car park meet ups to Facebook groups, how families try to complete the set on a budget.

Billionaire Leon Black walks out of Epstein investigation hearing

The House panel then issued subpoenas demanding the private equity tycoon, who co-founded Apollo Global Management, testify on camera and under oath.

A smartphone ban in English schools is coming into force. What's changing?

Schools must now follow government guidance that says schools should be phone-free for the entire day.

PSNI officer 'had intelligence on Donaldson abuse a year before complaint'

A BBC investigation has been told a detective and a child safeguarding expert identified Donaldson after speaking to a victim.

Israel and Lebanon sign framework agreement after US-brokered talks

Hezbollah is not party to Friday's agreement, and previous ceasefires between Israel and Lebanon have still seen near-daily cross-border strikes.

Hit South African show gets the world talking about polygamy and cheating

The Zulu-language series about a man with multiple wives is a worldwide hit.

Alan Carr doesn't want them, do you? Contents of comedian's castle to be sold

The sale includes dozens of items from a "concrete menagerie" of animals, figures and rural scenes.

Religion row as Texas makes Bible stories required reading in schools

Critics say the new reading requirements infringe on religious freedoms and blur the separation of church and state.

Bournemouth Echo

Son's love for his father created a world famous car museum

John, the second Baron Montagu of Beaulieu, assertively promoted the automobile when the Victorian community refused to see beyond the horse.

Man dies after plunging 100ft from Fisherman's Walk cliff top

Emergency services descended upon Southbourne beach on Friday afternoon after a man dies after falling from the top of the cliff.

Man jailed after fleeing police with £30k worth of cannabis in car

More than £30k worth of cannabis was seized from a vehicle that fled from police in Poole.

Train passengers to see 'significantly' extended journey times this weekend

Passengers are being warned of train delays lasting up to 45 minutes due to engineering works this weekend.

Overdue fishermen spark emergency search operation

Two overdue spear fishermen sparked a Coastguard search operation.

Formula 1

Are Mercedes a step ahead of the competition in Austria?

The silver cars of Mercedes looked mighty fine as they navigated the beautiful Red Bull Ring nestled in the Styrian Hills during Friday practice for the Austrian Grand Prix. But are they the one to beat in Spielberg – or can Red Bull, Ferrari and McLaren, who all brought upgrades of varying degrees, get in on the action?

Leclerc expects Ferrari to struggle after ‘difficult Friday’

Charles Leclerc believes that Ferrari could be in for a tricky weekend at the Austrian Grand Prix following some struggles on Friday.

What the teams said – Friday in Austria

The drivers and teams report back on Friday practice from the Red Bull Ring ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix.

Cadillac reflect on Friday problems in Austria

Cadillac have revealed that an electrical problem impacted Sergio Perez's running on Friday ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix, as Valtteri Bottas also suffered issues later in the day.

Red Bull ‘feels like the usual’ after upgrades – Hadjar

After Red Bull arrived into their home event with a range of upgrades, Isack Hadjar has given his take on how the car felt out on track during Friday's practice sessions in Austria.

Verstappen to McLaren? F1’s ‘silly season’ is ramping up

Formula 1's 'silly season' has flicked up a gear at the Red Bull Ring, with Max Verstappen, McLaren, Racing Bulls and Esteban Ocon all in the thick of it – but what is really going down?

Piastri admits McLaren ‘a step behind’ Antonelli in Austria

McLaren enjoyed a strong performance in Friday’s running at the Austrian Grand Prix, with Oscar Piastri finishing the day in P2.

Mercedes expect to have ‘fight on our hands’ in Austria

Mercedes are braced for McLaren, Red Bull and Ferrari to all potentially pose a threat as the Austrian Grand Prix weekend develops, despite their pace-setting start to the event with Kimi Antonelli on Friday.

Hayu Yamakoshi secures maiden F3 pole position in Spielberg

F3 driver Hiyu Yamakoshi claimed a surprise pole position at the Red Bull Ring.

Leon’s strategy call earns him F2 pole in Spielberg

Noel Leon took his maiden Formula 2 pole position in Spielberg, beating Alexander Dunne and his Campos Racing team mate Nikola Tsolov to top spot on Friday.