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Prison overcrowding crisis limits ability to cut early releases, minister saysTue 4th Aug 2026 13:51 BST
Prison overcrowding crisis limits ability to cut early releases, minister says

Some offenders will be barred from the scheme, but those guilty of manslaughter may be eligible, leaving PC Harper's family "devastated".

Scottish exam pass rates rise as students find out resultsTue 4th Aug 2026 14:09 BST
Scottish exam pass rates rise as students find out results

More than 148,000 learners across the country received their results as details of this year's pass rates were published.

More than 150 migrants rescued after boat catches fire in ChannelTue 4th Aug 2026 12:19 BST
More than 150 migrants rescued after boat catches fire in Channel

The boat was attempting to cross to the UK when its engine caught fire, according to French authorities.

Breast cancer checks missing most women under 50 who are at risk, says studyTue 4th Aug 2026 02:08 BST
Breast cancer checks missing most women under 50 who are at risk, says study

Up to 95% of younger women who are at higher risk of developing breast cancer are being missed by current NHS checks, researchers warn.

Thunderstorms and flash flood risk on final day of UK heatwaveTue 4th Aug 2026 00:28 BST
Thunderstorms and flash flood risk on final day of UK heatwave

More places in southern and eastern England are expected to reach heatwave criteria on Tuesday but cooler temperatures are on the horizon.

Half-price rail travel extended to 18-year-oldsTue 4th Aug 2026 14:09 BST
Half-price rail travel extended to 18-year-olds

They'll be able to buy the 16-17 Saver railcard up until the day before they turn 18.

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