The Latest Breaking News from Britain

Britain and South Africa have returned to Asanti king Otumfuo Osei Tutu II over 130 gold and bronze artefacts looted between the 1870s and the early 20th century or bought on the open market.

‘I don’t think they have really been recognised traditionally, the music was sidelined on radio,’ says singer

COMMENT: The £150m cut to the UK’s contribution to the Global Fund to Fight Aids, Tuberculosis and Malaria is a mistake, writes MP Fleur Anderson. But the upcoming Budget is a chance to change course

In the run-up to the 2024 election, future prime minister Keir Starmer labelled wealth creation Labour’s number one mission. “It’s the only way our country can go forward,” he declared. “We should nourish and encourage that – not just individuals but businesses.”

The dispute over pay at this great national institution gets to the heart of our misplaced priorities, says novelist Zadie Smith

ON THE GROUND: Britain has significantly slashed its contribution to the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria – compounding aid cuts announced by Donald Trump earlier this year

The fatal stabbing of Katie Fox in Birmingham exposes deepening fears over knife crime as Commons data shows major cities remain most at risk.

Editorial: With Donald Trump circling and Labour ministers wavering, defending the corporation’s independence is now a test of national will

A study presented at the American Heart Association’s scientific meetings has raised concerns about melatonin, one of Britain’s most commonly prescribed sleep aids. The findings suggest that long-term users face a higher risk of heart failure. But the preliminary data demands careful scrutiny before the alarm is sounded.