NewsUKUK PoliticsEnglandN. IrelandScotlandWalesLIVEThousands without power and flights cancelled as Storm Austen lashes south-west England and the Channel IslandsThe Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for Cornwall and parts of west Devon, while Jersey is under a red warning as Storm Austen lashes the region.Detective raped by colleague says Met handling of case 'like being raped again'Linda Williams was attacked by David Carrick, who was jailed in 2023 for sexual offences against 12 women.2 hrs agoUKSatellite images reveal scale of reservoirs' declineWimbleball Lake on Exmoor was 13% earlier in October, despite being full to capacity in March.2 hrs agoEnglandWho is London's mystery Batman doing good deeds?He’s filled potholes, paid for fuel and built a huge following. 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Brook underlines status as world's best all-format batter in remarkable defeatOnce the disappointment of defeat dissipates, Harry Brook can reflect on another starring role with the bat which underlines his status as the world's best all-format batter, says Stephan Shemilt.Latest updates2 hrs agoSatellite images reveal scale of reservoirs' declineWimbleball Lake on Exmoor was 13% earlier in October, despite being full to capacity in March.2 hrs ago2 hrs agoBBC Look East presenter to leave after 35 yearsSusie Fowler-Watt says it has been a "privilege" to have "grown up" alongside audiences. 2 hrs ago2 hrs agoSexual misconduct cases at ambulance service doubleThe East of England Ambulance Service says reported cases of "sexual safety" more than quadrupled.2 hrs ago2 hrs agoWeekly quiz: How did Star Wars and Marvel discover this artist?Other stories include rock-star sponsors and Britain's best pub - can you get 100%?2 hrs ago2 hrs agoCould experts have a solution to toxic algae?Experts from the University of Bath are testing out a new invention at a lake in Wiltshire.2 hrs ago2 hrs agoWhat happens next after police force downgrade?Devon and Cornwall Police was downgraded from Level Two to Level Three this year.2 hrs ago2 hrs agoChildren's cancer unit gets £500K upgradeThe RUH says a £495K donation will benefit generations of children with cancer.2 hrs ago11 hrs agoBattening down the hatches before Storm AustenWind gusts of up to 80mph (130km/h) are forecast to bring disruption across the South West.11 hrs ago13 hrs agoSouth East prepares for impact of Storm AustenA yellow weather warning for high winds is issued across the region.13 hrs ago...
