An Emmerdale star, who has been on the ITV show for 19 years, has confirmed that she will be taking a break to focus on a new chapter in her life.

The former first minister of Scotland has recalled being hit by a ‘wave of grief’ after hearing of his death in October last year.

Ministers are considering cutting the drink-drive limit in England and Wales and introducing mandatory eye tests for older drivers.

Five people, including a prominent reporter for Al Jazeera, have been killed in an Israeli air strike in Gaza City, the broadcaster has said. Heavy bombardment was reported in Gaza City late on Sunday ...