A 13-year-old from Wales has won a Pride of Britain Award after steering a car to safety after his mum suddenly passed out behind the wheel. Zac Howells, then 12, and his mum, Nicola Crump, were driving on a highway at about 60 mph on their way to Wellesbourne Market when Nicola started to feel unwell. After she passed out, Zac took over the wheel before calling 999.

The government is moving to close the loophole that allows killers and violent offenders detained in hospital to claim up to £800 a month in taxpayer-funded benefits. It's a move that the parents of Grace O'Malley-Kumar have long campaigned for. Grace was killed by Valdo Calocane, who has schizophrenia, in Nottingham in 2023 alongside Barnaby Webber and Ian Coates. Dr Sinead O’Malley and Dr Sanjoy Kumar joined Good Morning Britain to discuss the loophole

After a week of campaigning and public voting, Irlam in Manchester has been crowned the World Cup of Stations 2026 champion. Following over 150 nominations from across Britain, a judging panel selected 20 stations for the public vote. Irlam progressed to the final alongside Berney Arms, Brookwood, Cardross and Yatton, before securing 4786 votes to take the title.

Yellow weather warnings have been issued across parts of the country for later in the week, with stormy weather due. Alex tells us what to expect from the days ahead

Drivers are set to get new rights to challenge unfair private parking charges, including a guaranteed five minutes to decide whether to park, the Government has announced. Motorists will also be given 10 minutes to leave car parks without facing a penalty once their session ends under a new private parking code of practice. Jasmine breaks down what it means for you

A huge storm has caused flooding at Ibiza airport with torrential rainfall seen across other parts of Spain. Laura looks at what to expect over the coming days

Norway is planning a ban on smart glasses in some public places, after rising concern at the spread of the AI-enabled recording devices. Teenager Beth Knight says she felt 'exploited' when she discovered she had been secretly filmed in London by someone using a pair of smart glasses when she was 17 years old.

The black cab rapist John Worboys reportedly may be leaving jail for a secure hospital.  Becki Houlston, who says Worboys drugged her in Bournemouth, reacts to the news and speaks about what she says is his 'manipulative' nature.  The ex-London cabbie is serving life for attacking 16 women, although police believe the true number is around 100. In Becki’s case, the Crown Prosecution Service said there was not enough evidence to prosecute.

French President Emmanuel Macron expressed the public’s “anger” and “shame” over rioting and looting during nationwide protests against rising living costs and poor conditions in schools. At least 2,400 people were arrested. Speaking in an address to the nation on October 18, Macron said that “those who looted will have to pay back for the damage, and those who sought to bring down the Republic will be held accountable.”

People who play music out loud on buses could face £100 fines in a crackdown on antisocial behaviour. Local authorities are being encouraged to use new powers to levy fines for nuisance behaviour on buses, including littering, vaping and listening to music without headphones. A campaign is being launched to remind people to use headphones on trains, telling passengers to “share the journey, not the noise” or face fines of up to £1,000.

It's been 54 years to the day since Emmerdale Farm hit our screens, and one of its most beloved characters, Marlon Dingle, is also celebrating 30 years on the show. He's married five times, been wrongfully imprisoned and even suffered a stroke, but actor Mark Charnock says it's not put him off, and he doesn't take any of it for granted. #emmerdale #entertainment

Harry and Meghan retread their first steps as a couple on Thursday, during their first joint engagement since their UK return. The couple revisited organisations they have supported in the past, including Community Recording Studio, where Harry met a young poet and rapper, Jah Digga, in 2013. The two have stayed in touch ever since and reunited yesterday. #royals

An undercover investigation by ITV's Exposure programme into Reform UK has revealed a catalogue of failures in the vetting of candidates for election, as well as allegations of misogyny within the party. Welsh Senedd member Sarah Cooper-Lesadd resigned from the party last month and told Kate and Ranvir that she has experienced sexism from party members. Reform UK rejects Sarah's allegations and has called on her to resign from the Welsh Parliament. Reform UK said that when members have behaved inappropriately, investigations have commenced. The party also said it has improved and prioritised its vetting procedures. #ReformUK #reform

Parts of southern England are now in severe drought, and it can affect more than just pumpkin yields. Laura explains what has caused this and how much rain we need to get out of it. #weather #drought #severedrought #rain

Amol Rajan narrowly missed out on being recruited as a traitor in the hit series - but if he was still in the castle, who would he choose to murder? #gmb

“If it’s not the real deal, it shouldn’t be there.” Sex Pistols’ John Lydon made his views clear to Kate and Ranvir about hologram concerts - something he brands “destructive”. #gmb

Would you be put off giving CPR to a woman? One in five men say they would hesitate because of worrying about being filmed and posted on social media. Others feel they would be accused of inappropriate touching. Jude Sanderson survived a cardiac arrest - and says every second counts. #gmb

It could reach highs of 23C today in some parts of the country, as we hit our tenth day of temperatures above 20C in October so far ☀️ Alex breaks down how this compares to the previous records - and shows us what to expect over the next few days. #gmb

Drop-off fees at British airports are set to be reviewed, after it was found prices rose by a third on last year. Heathrow, the country’s busiest airport, charges £7 for 10 minutes and Gatwick costs £10 for the same time. Bristol, a regional airport, make drivers pay £8.50. The government has urged airports to “exercise restraint” on price rises while the issue is under review. #gmb

Can litter picking be beneficial for your mental health, as well as reducing pollution? 🗑🍂 Caitlin Moran thinks so - and she’s not alone, as Susanna and Ed meet the anonymous influencer dubbed the ‘Batman of bins’… #gmb