The Latest Breaking News from England

Green deputy hails victory against GB News pundit in riot smear row

A DEPUTY leader of the Green Party of England and Wales has claimed victory in a defamation battle against a GB News pundit and social media personality who smeared him as participating in a riot.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 16

Vaccines have been so successful that some people have forgotten why we need them

Three measles-related deaths have been reported in England in 2026. One child died from an acute infection, another from the long-term effects of measles, and an adult with an underlying immune condition also died.

The Conversation · Oct 16

Norwegian teen hitman jailed for 20 years for UK murder plot linked to Iran gang

‘I can finally kill someone and it’s perfect as I get money to do it,’ Johannes Kongsnes Natland reportedly bragged

The Independent UK · Oct 16

We compared what happens after a schizophrenia diagnosis in Denmark and the UK

Schizophrenia is one of the most severe mental illnesses. This makes it an important test of how well countries support those with the most complex needs.

The Conversation · Oct 16

Xabi Alonso reveals Reece James injury impact on Chelsea’s January transfer plans

The Chelsea defender is set for an extended spell on the sidelines, with Xabi Alonso detailing how the club will approach his captain’s absence

The Independent UK · Oct 16

Weekend weather forecast: Where heavy rain will hit UK with temperatures set to plummet

Temperatures across the UK are expected to drop after a spell of unseasonably warm weather

The Independent UK · Oct 16

Alex Scott: Chelsea dealt transfer blow as Liverpool 'move ahead' in pursuit of £100m star

England international is in high demand ahead of January window

Evening Standard · Oct 16

From star signings to Cullen’s last dance: six to watch in Champions Cup rugby this season

Toulouse have added a world -class talent in Tommaso Menoncello, Northampton boast a fly-half phenom in Fin Smith while Cheslin Kolbe leads a Stormers dream team

The Guardian - UK · Oct 16

From Dallaglio’s medals to Cantona’s shorts, sporting memorabilia is big business

Like transfer fees and ticket prices, mementoes are one more marker of sport’s rampant self-inflation

The Guardian - UK · Oct 16

Nineteen injured as minibus crashes into Channel Tunnel shuttle train

A minibus carrying truck drivers crashed into a freight train at the loading platform of the Eurotunnel injuring 19 people, French authorities said.

Radio France Internationale · Oct 16