Hollywood studio driver 'kills his wife, 47, daughter, 20, and son, 11,' in tragic murder suicide
The bodies of Michael Birnkrant, 51, his wife, Amy, 47 and their two children Drew, 20, and Sean, 11 were found in separate rooms. Police are not looking for any other suspects.
Fire-fighters tackle blaze at Bristol University campus
A fire broke out in the top floor of the five storey Fry building at Bristol University. A spokesperson said the building was safely evacuated and everyone has been accounted for.
Man arrested in connection with brutal cat killings in Northampton
A 31-year-old man was arrested following the discovery of five mutilated cats in Northampton in August.
Oscar winning director Paul Haggis accused of sexual assault and rape by four women
Publicist Haleigh Breest filed a lawsuit accusing the director of rape. Three more women have since come forward with similar accounts of sexual assault.
Russian man 'cut off friend's head and threw it out of window' after drinking session on New Year's Eve
A 40-year-old man has been arrested after he allegedly cut off his friend's head after an altercation between the pair.
Missing student Sophie Smith 'outlined her intentions' in a letter to her parents
Sophie Smith, 21, disappeared on Boxing Day after walking out of her family home in Great Yarmouth. Local residents joined police in an extensive search around the coastline.
Police appeal for missing teen Alexandra Zurawaska, 16
Alexandra Zurawaska, 16, was last seen at about 7pm on 25 December in South Yorkshire. It's feared she may have travelled to Sutton, in south-west London with an older man.
Asda store gives away Christmas veg to customers for free
The Asda store in Barry, Wales encouraged shoppers to help themselves the trolley loads of free veg.
Body of man wearing only socks found on beach
A dog-walker found the body of a man at on Brown's Bay in Whitley Bay, North Tyneside. Northumberland Police fear the man may have been a victim of Storm Dylan.
Gunman shoots dead two security guards at Las Vegas casino
The suspect opened fire on two security guards at Arizona Charlie's Decatur Hotel and Casino in the early hours of Saturday (30 December) morning.
Two bags of marijuana found in child's Magic Mixer baking set
9-year-old Aramis Jenkins opened her Magic mixer baking set to find two bags of marijuana in the box. Her grandmother reported the matter to police and to Walmart where the Christmas toy was bought.
New Years Honours 2018: Barry Gibb and Ringo Starr to receive knighthoods for services to music
Bee Gees singer Barry Gibb and former Beatles drummer Ringo Starr included in New Years honours list.
Met Office issues weather warning as Storm Dylan looks set to batter UK with 80mph winds
The Met Office has said parts of the UK could be hit by 80mph winds and heavy rainfall that could cause flooding.
Meghan Markle's father 'extremely hurt' by Prince Harry's comments describing the royals as 'the family she never had'
Thomas Markle Jr. said his father is 'extremely hurt' after Prince Harry appeared to undermine Meghan Markle's family ties.
Teenager dies after taking 'a quantity of ecstasy tablets'
A 17-year-old boy from Knowlesley, Merseyside has died after taking ecstasy, police have confirmed.
Maroon 5 manager Jordan Feldstein dies, aged 40
The brother of actor Jonah Hill, Jordan Fledstein died after suffering a cardiac arrest. Tributes have been pouring in from the music world following the shocking news of his death.
Drug dealer carrying 1000 joints arrested after sitting in police car he thought was a taxi
Copenhagen police said a drug dealer carrying a stash of marijuana had a surprise when he mistakenly climbed into a police car.
'Grandfather of Gogglebox' Leon Bernicoff dies, aged 83
Channel 4 issued a statement confirming Leon Bernicoff has died in hospital after a short illness.
180 people struck by norovirus outbreak at Northumberland hospital
The outbreak of norovirus occured after a visitor brought mussels into Wansbeck General Hospital in Ashington, for an in-patient
MP's daughter Natalie Lewis-Hoyle 'found hanged in room'
At an inquest into the death of Natalie Lewis Hoyle said a post-mortem examination gave the medical cause of death as compression of the neck consistent with hanging.
Princess Michael apologises for wearing 'racist' brooch at Christmas lunch with Meghan Markle
Princess Michael has said she is 'sorry and distressed' after facing criticism for wearing a Blackamoor brooch the first time she met Meghan Markle. She has pledged to 'retire the item of jewellery for good.'
House of Commons deputy speaker Lindsay Hoyle 'devastated' by daughter's death
Natalie Lewis-Hoyle, 28, was reportedly found unconscious at an address in Heybridge, Essex, on Friday (15 December) morning.
Girl, 7, writes heartbreaking letter to Santa asking for food and a blanket
Ruth Espiricueta, a teacher at Monte Cristo Elementary school, in Texas, shared a letter to Santa from a student who asked for food and a blanket.
Joe McFadden crowned Strictly Come Dancing champion in show-stopping final
Holby City actorJoe McFadden has won Strictly Come Dancing 2017 following a dance-off with finalists Alexandra Burke, Debbie McGee and Gemma Atkinson.
18 children in Surrey school struck down by winter vomiting bug Shigellosis
18 children and pre-school children in Surrey are confirmed to have contracted Shigellosis. The winter vomiting bug is common amongst children but adults can also be infected.
Four children who died in Salford arson attack to be buried 'side-by-side'
Demi Pearson, 14, Brandon, eight and Lacie, seven, and three-year-old Lia died following the suspected arson attack at their home in Walkden, Salford.
Mira Sorvino and Ashley Judd respond to revelations they were blacklisted by Harvey Weinstein
Mira Sorvino said she was heartbroken after Lord of the Rings director Peter Jackson revealed Weinstein started a smear campaign against them after they spurned his sexual advances.
New York man arrested for alleged rape of 15-year-old girl he met on Snapchat
Javier Morales, 28, was arrested on charges of rape, sex abuse, resisting arrest and obstructing for a case in New York City.
Quantico star Priyanka Chopra could be one of Meghan Markle's bridesmaids
It's widely rumoured that Priyanka Chopra, 35, could be part of Meghan Markle's bridal party. The pair have been friends since meeting in Toronto at a party.
Singer Chris Rea rushed to hospital after collapsing on stage
Chris Rea was performing on stage in Oxford when he collapsed on stage as shocked fans looked on.
