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Pupils in England's poorest areas are four times more likely to be severely obese, the latest data shows.

The Durham University student is being held "without explanation" following a research trip in May.

Profiles of Princess Eugenie and her fiance Jack Brooksbank ahead of their wedding.

The sticky stunt in Manchester attracted bemused onlookers.

Is there a backlash brewing against planned government crackdowns on sugary drinks and fatty foods?

The 'halal dating guru' getting abuse for giving Muslim women relationship tips.

A misconduct panel found David Malengela asked parents to pay extra deposits but kept the money.

A BBC investigation exposing the scale of chimpanzee trafficking last year has helped police in Nepal uncover a smuggling operation.

Drone footage captured the journey through 41 countries to Ulan-Ude for the Mongol Rally.

Theresa May is facing increasing pressure from the DUP who are threatening to withdraw support.

The pilot extended his leg in an attempt to relieve the "excruciating pain".

Employees who use desks that allow them to sit or stand are healthier and happier, research suggests.

Anne Wafula-Strike was left stranded on a plane for 45 minutes while other passengers got off.

From Oasis to IAMDBB, an exhibition explores the acts who "defined how Manchester is seen by the world".

Funds raised in response to sexual harassment scandals will help women's groups across the UK.

The cost to police in London of investigating cases is estimated at between £70m and £130m a year.

Ignacio Echeverría died trying to help a woman who had been stabbed during the London Bridge attack.

But, the theatre director says, she avoids reading them to protect her artistic freedom.

Today marks a celebration to encourage coming out as LGBT, but that's especially hard for some people.

Regulator says harder in England to get care from hospitals, care services and mental health units.