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The government must abandon any plans to detain and deport children under controversial new migration laws, MPs have warned. The Women and Equalities Committee (WEC) said any potential harm to youngsters caught up in the asylum system must outweigh potential damage to the government’s policy agenda. Under the Illegal Migration Bill, which is back in
Harrison Ford has told Sky News that playing a character who spans generations has been a “boon” to his career. The star returns as Indiana Jones for the fifth and final time in Indiana Jones And The Dial Of Destiny. Speaking at the UK premiere for the film he explained how special the role has
Jun 26, 2023, 02:48 PM Wales captain Ken Owens will miss the Rugby World Cup in France with injury, coach Warren Gatland confirmed on Monday, another blow to the side in a troubled build-up to the competition that has seen several experienced players drop out of contention. Hooker Owens, 36, is not expected to recover
Italy’s culture minister says a tourist who was filmed carving his and his girlfriend’s names into the Colosseum in Rome should be “identified and sanctioned”. Gennaro Sangiuliano described the man’s actions as “unworthy and a sign of great incivility”. Footage has appeared online of the tourist – dressed in a blue T-shirt and carrying a
The chancellor has told banks “in no uncertain terms” they must pass on higher interest rates to savers. Jeremy Hunt faced pressure from both Labour and his own Conservative backbenchers on the matter during a statement about support to mortgage holders agreed on Friday. Labour’s Dame Angela Eagle – a Treasury minister under Gordon Brown
Vladimir Putin has warned “any blackmail is doomed to failure” – days after an attempted rebellion led by Wagner boss Yevgeny Prigozhin. The Russian president – speaking to the nation from the Kremlin on Monday night – made the comments as he vowed that those who had advocated for the weekend’s “criminal activity” would be
It will cost £169,000 per person to send illegal migrants to countries such as Rwanda, according to new analysis published by the government. An economic assessment of the Illegal Migration Bill also estimated that each person sent abroad to the east African nation, or a similar country, will save the taxpayer between £106,000 and £165,000
Thousands of children have vanished from school with authorities often having no idea where they are, according to figures seen by Sky News. On a single day in spring this year, local authorities in England reported an estimated 24,700 children as missing education – a worrying snapshot of the crisis facing schools. They are categorised
Ryan Reynolds is bringing Welsh TV shows to an American audience. The Hollywood actor’s new television channel will feature a slot called “Welsh Wednesdays” – showcasing popular dramas, short films and documentaries. Reynolds is the co-owner of Wrexham Football Club alongside It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia star Rob McElhenney – and both have been praised
Food inflation in the UK has continued to slow from April’s record-breaking rise – but is still up nearly 15% year on year, new retail figures show. It means prices are still increasing, just at a slower pace than previously. There was a 14.6% increase in food prices in the year up to June, research
It will be easier to convict people who share revenge porn, following calls for a crackdown by campaigners including reality television star Georgia Harrison. The amendments to the Online Safety Bill will also deliver on the government’s pledge to ban the sharing of deep-fake pornography – explicit images or videos that have been digitally manipulated
Another wave of rail strikes is disrupting train journeys in July – and industrial action announced by the ASLEF and RMT unions will coincide. The Rail, Maritime and Transport union (RMT) has announced more action over pay, jobs, pensions and conditions. This means there will be disruption to both the rail and Tube network across
How do you close Glastonbury Festival – and the final chapter of a touring career spanning more than 50 years – when you’re Sir Elton John? While many Pyramid stage headliners before him have ended with fireworks over the years, when you’re the Rocketman you set the tone from the off and light up the
There’s something oddly endearing about miniature-sized vehicles that can still carry adults. It’s true with electric micro-cars and apparently its true with micro-boats as well. But don’t take my word for it. You can be the judge with this fun looking mini electric jet boat! This little vessel is a perfect candidate for this week’s
Russia launched another “massive” drone attack on Kyiv overnight, according to the head of the city’s military administration. Former British Army Intelligence and Security Officer, Philip Ingram gives his analysis of the situation in Ukraine. Get the latest on: https://news.sky.com/story/ukraine-russia-war-latest-counteroffensive-paused-putin-12541713 #ukrainenews #ukrainewar #skynews SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for more videos: http://www.youtube.com/skynews Follow us on
Celebrity Chef John Mountain announces in a Facebook post that he is banning vegans from his restaurant Fyre in Perth, Australia. #cnn #news
Several police forces across the UK have asked people not to call 999 due to a “technical fault”. London’s Metropolitan Police – the UK’s largest force – said many 999 calls were not connecting and advised people to call 101 in an emergency until further notice. South Wales Police, Greater Manchester Police and Derbyshire Police
Some Wagner Group mercenaries will join the official Russian military after their leader called off their march on Moscow and agreed to relocate to Belarus. Yevgeny Prigozhin stood down his troops, who were heading towards the Russian capital, saying he wished to avoid spilling Russian blood. His mercenaries were reportedly just 120 miles from Moscow
Hikers have found human remains in a California mountain area where British actor Julian Sands went missing five months ago, authorities have said. The remains were discovered on Saturday morning near Mount Baldy in Southern California, the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department said. They have been taken to the coroner’s office for identification which is expected