The European Union's top diplomat suspects that damage to two underwater Nord Stream natural gas pipelines was sabotage and warned of retaliation for any attack on Europe's energy networks.

The government has ruled out a U-turn on the costly tax-cutting mini-budget and the chancellor will not resign despite mounting pressure.

Prime Minister Liz Truss's external adviser on the economy has told Sky News that the chancellor had "taken his eye off the ball" and "overstepped the mark" with his mini-budget.

Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng is due to meet bankers today in an effort to calm nerves after his mini-budget spooked the markets and sent the pound crashing.

The government's financial plan is "breathtaking in its audacity", according to British actor Steve Coogan.

Walsall Council is teaming up with Walsall Football Club and its charity arm, the Walsall Football Club Foundation, as part of an ambitious goal to shape the future of the Borough.

People who want to find out more about fostering for Wolverhampton are being invited to get in touch or drop in to one of our information events throughout Autumn.

Representatives for the Green Homes Grant scheme which helps homeowners make their property greener and sustainable - and save money on energy bills will bring their roadshow to Blakenhall next week.

A stock-car racing firm was fined £50,000 and ordered to pay £20,000 costs after pleading guilty to two health & safety offences, after an accident led to a sponsor’s death at a Birmingham track.

Snooker’s biggest stars will arrive at WV Active Aldersley in February 2023 for the Player’s Championship.

A range of events hosted by City of Wolverhampton Council and city partners will be taking place during Wolverhampton Business Week (September 26-30) to provide support to city businesses.

An update on Birmingham City Council’s efforts to maximise the city’s Commonwealth Games legacy is due before the council’s Cabinet on 23 September.

A cyclist has suffered multiple injuries after a collision with a car.

Prime Minister Liz Truss's external adviser on the economy has told Sky News that the chancellor had "taken his eye off the ball" and "overstepped the mark" with his mini-budget.

This is an extraordinary moment.

The Swedish coastguard has reportedly found a fourth leak on the Nord Stream gas pipeline.

One of the most powerful storms in US history has barrelled into Florida's southwest coast with sustained winds of up to 150mph (241kph) and torrential rain.

The rapper Coolio, best known for his 1995 hit Gangsta's Paradise has died at the age of 59.

Boris Johnson deposed, turmoil in the markets triggered by Trussonomics, Sir Keir Starmer finds himself catapulted from the Labour leader who didn't have a chance to one who could win the next general election.

Windsor Castle will reopen to the public for the first time since the Queen's death.

The Bank of England's dramatic intervention today was in response to a "run dynamic" emerging in the British pensions system which could have resulted in the collapse of a swathe of institutions within hours, Sky News understands.

Households have been urged to submit electricity meter readings to power providers before the energy cap rise on Saturday.

Hosepipe bans could last "well into next year" unless there is above average rainfall during the autumn and winter, water customers have been warned.

Prime Minister Liz Truss's external adviser on the economy has told Sky News that the chancellor had "taken his eye off the ball" and "overstepped the mark" with his mini-budget.

Households have been urged to submit electricity meter readings to power providers before the energy cap rise on Saturday.

The Bank of England's dramatic intervention today was in response to a "run dynamic" emerging in the British pensions system which could have resulted in the collapse of a swathe of institutions within hours, Sky News understands.

Two aircraft have been involved in a minor collision at Heathrow.

Liz Truss is a "danger" to the economy and has "lost control" after the fallout from the government's mini-budget, Sir Keir Starmer has told Sky News.

This is an extraordinary moment.

Windsor Castle will reopen to the public for the first time since the Queen's death.

Boris Johnson deposed, turmoil in the markets triggered by Trussonomics, Sir Keir Starmer finds himself catapulted from the Labour leader who didn't have a chance to one who could win the next general election.

Hosepipe bans could last "well into next year" unless there is above average rainfall during the autumn and winter, water customers have been warned.

A 21-year-old music producer was killed in a gang knife attack in front of parents on the afternoon school run, a court has heard.

The Swedish coastguard has reportedly found a fourth leak on the Nord Stream gas pipeline.

One of the most powerful storms in US history has barrelled into Florida's southwest coast with sustained winds of up to 150mph (241kph) and torrential rain.

A suspected act of sabotage - possibly by Russia - against gas pipelines in the Baltic Sea was likely a premeditated attack using underwater explosive devices detonated remotely, according to a British defence source.

The chance of Russia launching a nuclear attack could grow once Vladimir Putin bogusly declares four Ukrainian regions Russian - and Ukraine needs to be ready, a regional governor has said.

It's not the first time Mitya has packed to leave Moscow this year. 

The European Union's top diplomat suspects that damage to two underwater Nord Stream natural gas pipelines was sabotage and warned of retaliation for any attack on Europe's energy networks.

The EU has declared three leaks in two Russia-Germany gas pipelines to be the work of sabotage and suspicion has fallen on Russia.

North Korea has test launched a ballistic missile towards South Korea's eastern waters while an American warship was on manoeuvres in the region.

A US mountaineer has been found dead after she fell from the eighth-highest peak in Nepal.

Saudi Arabia's powerful Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has been appointed prime minister by royal decree in a move that could help him avoid a civil case in the US over the death of a critic.

The rapper Coolio, best known for his 1995 hit Gangsta's Paradise has died at the age of 59.

The government's financial plan is "breathtaking in its audacity", according to British actor Steve Coogan.

Tom Hanks has joked that he has made "tons" of films and "four of them are pretty good".

Girls Aloud will come together next month to host a fundraising gala in honour of their bandmate Sarah Harding, who died a year ago from breast cancer.

He's known as the sparkling mixologist, knocking up cocktails at a moment's notice and putting  nervous singletons at their ease as they embark on a first date in front of the TV cameras.

England captain Jos Buttler says he is "progressing well" as he bids to return to full fitness ahead of the T20 World Cup next month.

Sky Sports will broadcast more Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL) matches than ever before and for the first time, the Scottish Women's Premier League.

England have some good players but not many who could be deemed world-class in their role. Trent Alexander-Arnold falls into that category having been an integral part of a Liverpool team that has won every trophy that could be won in the past four years.

Arsenal Women have qualified for the Champions League group stage following a 3-2 aggregate victory over Ajax.

Joe Joyce’s dominant victory over Joseph Parker has left him as the leading contender to challenge unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk.

Prime Minister Liz Truss's external adviser on the economy has told Sky News that the chancellor had "taken his eye off the ball" and "overstepped the mark" with his mini-budget.

The government has ruled out a U-turn on the costly tax-cutting mini-budget and the chancellor will not resign despite mounting pressure.

Liz Truss is a "danger" to the economy and has "lost control" after the fallout from the government's mini-budget, Sir Keir Starmer has told Sky News.

Liz Truss's cabinet is to be asked to find "efficiency savings" in Whitehall budgets, Sky News understands, putting huge pressure on frontline services. 

Boris Johnson deposed, turmoil in the markets triggered by Trussonomics, Sir Keir Starmer finds himself catapulted from the Labour leader who didn't have a chance to one who could win the next general election.