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A crash as a result of a drink and drug driver. This is the moment a shameless driver tells cops he was speeding at 76mph in a 30mph zone because he wanted to have a bit of a blast.

I drove 76mph on 30mph road and told police I wanted a bit of a blast

Could robots take your jobs? Top exec delivers his verdict. Photo: stokkete - stock.adobe.com

6 ways robots will change your life in the near future

Should your kids learn to code? Photo: ipopba - stock.adobe.com

'I’m a Silicon Valley titan and this is my career advice for kids'

Aerial images show fire fighters tackling flames of a huge fire in Manchester

Shocking drone footage shows thick black smoke during huge city blaze

Annie Valentine is sick of people putting rubbish in the recycling bins.

'It grinds me down...it's not low-level crime when you live with it'

David Madden (inset) was interviewed for a new documentary about the Freckleton Air Disaster, where he watched most of his classmates get killed 80 years ago.

'I ran through a burning doorway as my classmates got killed'

Watch: Police find cannabis factory with street value of £360k

Watch: Robber points imitation gun in shop during crime spree

Bluetti's AC200L is a bit of a monster, but it can power pretty much anything

Bluetti AC200L review: A power station that could run your house

Man reacts to the government’s plans to make the winter fuel payment means tested.

Watch: Members of the public react to the winter fuel cut

AI continues to be a buzz word in the world of tech. Photo: Supatman - stock.adobe.com

I went to a major tech event and these three things caught my eye

AI can change your accent on a call 🤯

Matthew Mohan-Hickson

The NHS are asking people to protect themselves from a 'tripledemic' of RSV, Covid and flu this winter.

What is the 'tripledemic'? Cold, flu and RSV risks explained

Oasis have sent their fans into a frenzy by teasing a new announcement ahead of the 2025 tour.

What is Seat Unique? VIP site with tickets to Oasis, Coldplay and more

Kim Leadbeater MP to introduce bill to legalise assisted dying.

Watch: Kim Leadbeater MP to introduce bill to legalise assisted dying

Five wild boars outside a pub in Cinderford, Gloucestershire.

Five wild boars spotted roaming outside a pub

Video grab of a rat infested alleyway off Franciscan Road in Tooting, south London. October 2 2024.

I passed a swarm of rats on the school run...it was disgusting!

Smart radiator valves can help to reduce your heating bills

Deal alert: Smart Thermostat Radiator Valves are half price right now

Prime Big Deal Days are happening soon

Amazon is offering its Prime membership free for a month -

Patients’ votes have been counted to curate a list of 13 best rated doctor’s surgeries in East Midlands

The 13 best GP surgeries in East Midlands - as rated by patients

Danielle lost 42lbs in five months with the Simpler Life app, and is now 72lbs down since joining Simple

Here's what people are saying about weight-loss app with AI coach

Tesco has recalled several batches of mince pies as they may contain glue (Photo: Pixabay).

Supermarket giant recalls sweet treat as it may contain glue

The RSE curriculum covers a wide range of topics (Image: National World/Adobe Stock)

What England's pupils learn in 'sex ed' - and how it could soon change

Shahen Ahmed compared himself to Pablo Escobar.

Watch: Boastful drug dealer compares himself to Pablo Escobar

Watch: Man dubbed real-life ’Tony Soprano' jailed for £76m drug plot

Wingsuit jumper Tim Howell leaps off Mount Kilimanjaro at 5,450m.

Watch: Wingsuit jumper’s 5,450m leap off Mount Kilimanjaro

Watch: Dog stuck 8m deep in rock before she's freed in rescue mission

Netflix has released a first look at Harlan Coban's 'Missing You' filming in Manchester

Netflix unveils first look at Harlan Coben series - filmed in the UK

Ocean Colour Scene have announced a UK wide tour to commence March 2025.

Ocean Colour Scene announce extensive UK tour for 2025

Add Ocean Colour Scene to your 2025 Britpop revival calendar

Benjamin Jackson

These vital first aid techniques can save a life.

Expert tips on how to give first aid and save a life

Alice Gregory with her newborn baby.

Watch: New mum had to save £15.5k to afford to have a baby

The BBC licence fee is expected to rise in 2025. (Photo by Getty Images)

How much the BBC licence fee could cost in 2025

A truck is removed by a crane after getting stuck on a narrow lane in Forder near Saltash, Cornwall.

Watch: Lorry lifted by crane out of narrow lane after becoming stuck

Hospitality have announced a brand new drum and bass centric music festival set to take place in January 2025 - Hospitality Weekender.

Hospitality Weekender: who’s heading to Butlins to perform next year?

Shoppers could be queuing up for the latest Aldi deals

So many kitchen bargains in Aldi's deal, I expect queues

Nearly half of the children surveyed by Vodafone admitted they have followers on social media that they aren’t friends with offline

Children are accepting follow requests from people they don't know

A poll of 2,000 Brits found Pac-Man, Space Invaders and Super Mario Bros are the most iconic arcade games of all time

Brits reveal the top 20 most iconic arcade games

This is the best deal we've seen on a Fire Stick - but it won't last for long

Amazon Fire TV Sticks are the cheapest we've seen them

The study of 1,750 couples with children found endless to-do lists including housework, entertaining children and DIY jobs had an impact on romance

The top 'passion killers' for couples with kids

We've found some amazing discounts ahead of Big Deals Day

Half price home security deals dropped ahead of Amazon Big Deals Day

Instagram has introduced Teen Accounts. Photo: Instagram

Instagram announces new protections for teens - how it works

Audi driver with no licence tries to drive wrong way along A1.

Watch: Audi driver with no licence tries to drive wrong way along A1

Driver crashes into back of police car.

Watch: Distracted driver crashes into back of police car

Some 64% of children across the country agreed with the statement 'you enjoy school or college' (Image: National World/Adobe Stock)

The regions in England where children enjoy school the most and least

The first trailer for Better Man, the biopic about Robbie Williams, has been released - with the former Take That singer taking on the role of himself... as a monkey.

Robbie Williams set to portray CGI monkey in his biopic, Better Man

It's almost that time of the year for Spotify Wrapped to appear on your device; but could Charli XCX, Post Malone, Sabrina Carpenter or Taylor Swift appear in yours? Researchers claim at least three of these artists will.

The top 10 artists predicted to appear on your Spotify Wrapped

Change your listening habits quickly - Spotify Wrapped is nearly upon us. 🎧

Benjamin Jackson

Wi-Fi 7 is coming to the UK. Photo: A Stockphoto - stock.adobe.com

A new type of Wi-Fi is coming to the UK - what to expect

There will be some big savings on Big Deal Days - but there’s a way to save money any time of the year

Here's how to save up to 90% on Amazon right now

Pesto the penguin at Sea Life Melbourne.

Hey Pesto! The cute 22.5kg fluffy penguin now an online sensation

[L-R] Sebastian Stan, Renate Reinsve and Adam Pearson in A24's latest film, A Different Man

Explainer A Different Man: what is Sebastian Stan and Adam Pearson's film about?

Couple looking at paperwork

Poll reveals majority of region's cohabiting couples unaware of inheritance risk...

Hot off the release of their first single in 16 years, Alone, The Cure are set for an intimate performance for BBC Radio 2 ahead of the release of their new album on November 1 2024.

The Cure set to perform intimate gig - how to enter the ticket ballot

The Princess of Wales' go-to shampoo might surprise you

Shampoo used by Princess of Wales is cheaper than you think

Millions of people nationwide are expected to be out of pocket this winter due to the increase in t

Energy expert habits: Latest 5 free ways to combat big energy bills this winter

Butternut squash soup Picture: Canva

Supermarket recalls soup as it may contain metal

Aldi Specialbuys for October are here

I've seen preview of Aldi October deals - here's all you need to know