Iran and Israel edge closer to a major confrontation following a series of missile strikes, prompting the PM and other global figures to urge swift de-escalation and emphasise the need for diplomatic dialogue.

Following a missile strike that hit Tel Aviv, Israel’s leader has declared plans for a stronger retaliation, emphasising that further measures could follow.

At least 290 people were killed in a plane tragedy in India, with a British passenger defying the odds as the sole survivor.

A firm is facing a demand for £122m to be repaid due to alleged substandard PPE, with legal proceedings highlighting links to a peer and sparking calls for accountability.