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Victorians used to blow up skulls to teach medical students about anatomy, an expert explains.

Mike Freer says threats against him had become too much, a month after his office was set alight.

The horse chestnut tree crashed down at St Andrew's churchyard in Wroxeter.

The bittern is filmed in Derbyshire, months after the bird bred in the county for the first time.

Rob Richards is being chased by bailiffs for the unpaid fines - despite not being able to drive.

Expectations on teachers are "simply not sustainable or fair" - union.

The figures show 4,389 people were seen sleeping on the capital's streets at the end of 2023.

Former Post Office operator who inspired ITV drama says sum is about a sixth of what he requested.

James Rourke's parents ask if more could have been done to prevent his death on a building site.

Doctors propose allowing Eileen Dean's killer to spend time out of the secure hospital where he is held.

Five people have been taken to a major trauma centre, the London Ambulance Service says.

£4bn extra is needed to avoid a "severe impact" on services and councils going bust, a report says.

Non-existent court hearings, disappearing documents - BBC uncovers the man at the heart of a legal scam.

The government says police will be supported in enforcing the new laws taking effect on 1 February.

First-class counties and the MCC can apply to run eight professional sides in a new closed three-tier structure from 2025.

Conor Bradley's display for Liverpool against Chelsea was "special" - has it given Jurgen Klopp a selection headache?

Only 15 players have been signed by Premier League clubs in the January transfer window, with disclosed fees amounting to about £50m.

Conor Bradley produces a memorable display by scoring his first Liverpool goal as the Reds beat Chelsea to maintain their grip on first place in Premier League.

Former England fly-half Danny Cipriani retires from professional rugby, saying it is a "sobering but also freeing moment".

Julian Alvarez scores two first-half goals on his 24th birthday as Manchester City enjoy a comfortable Premier League victory over struggling Burnley.