There’s a new mystery drug that’s hitting the party scene in Ibiza. It’s called pink cocaine.

Whilst the bright colour of the drug might remain the same, what’s inside the drug is a Russian roulette, changing from dealer to dealer and can even include the lethal drug, fentanyl.

So, why is the popular party drug so unpredictable? And will it make its way to the UK?

George Hancorn tells Lucrezia Millarini what you need to know... 

A second Russian region has declared a state of emergency, following attacks by Ukraine forces.

First Kursk, now Belgorod. It's the first time since World War Two that Russia has lost territory to a foreign army.

So, can Ukraine maintain its advance? And how will Putin respond?

ITV News Correspondent John Ray tells Mary Nightingale What You Need to Know…

Today is set to be the hottest day of the year, as Brits prepare to scorch in the summer sun.

But, with thunderstorms ever present, this short intense spell of heat won’t be around for long.

So, what makes this heatwave so short? And could this be the last of the summer sun?

Senior Meteorologist Craig Snell tells ITV Weather presenter Becky Mantin what you need to know... 

Instead of bringing in the New Year with her family in 2023, Maria discovered that her 21-year-old daughter, Sophia, had died.

She was fast asleep in her London flat when the battery of her boyfriend’s E-Bike exploded, causing a raging house fire.

Sophia’s just one of many whose lives have been tragically taken by E-bike or E-scooter fires.

So, why are the regulations lacking? And how can E-bikes be made safer?

Consumer Editor Chris Choi and Producer Sophia Ankel tell Sangeeta Kandola What You Need to Know…

Are some animals gay?

It’s a question that’s been highlighted by new research from the Natural History Museum, which has found same sex couples in more than 1,500 different specifies.

But is it appropriate to describe animal behaviour through human terms? And what can we learn from this?

Charlie Frost is joined by Consumer Editor Chris Choi and Zoologist from the Natural History Museum, Josh Davis. 

In the latest episode, Political Correspondent Carl Dinnen tells Cari Davies what you need to know...

‘This is not protest, this is pure violence’ are the words from the Prime Minister today following days of widespread unrest across the country.

It started after the fake news that spread over the Southport stabbings one week ago today.

And now Sir Keir Starmer has vowed that those involved will face prison and punishment.

So, can the violence be stopped? And who is it taking to the streets?

Have you ever been contacted out of the blue by your bank and asked to share your personal details?

Well, you could have been just one of thousands whose been targeted by a fraudster.  

And as technology gets more sophisticated, the scammers are getting smarter and savvier.

So, how can you spot a scam? What’s being done to stop this? And how can we better protect ourselves?

ITV News Reporter Kaf Okpattah tells Yasmin Bodalbhai What You Need to Know…

The death of Hamas’ top leader, Ismail Haniyeh, is one of the most significant moments in the Middle East since the October 7 attack on Israel.

In the early hours of this morning, he was killed inside Iran. And now, Iran’s supreme leader has vowed ‘severe punishment.’

So, is the Middle East on the verge of an all-out war? And what does his death mean for the conflict in Gaza?

ITV News International Editor Emma Murphy tells Julie Etchingham what you need to know...

In an Instagram age where tourists are searching for the perfect selfie – the idyllic island of Santorini has become the perfect backdrop.

And as more and more flock to the holiday hotspot, they’re causing chaos and driving out locals.

But, with the island lacking power to impose restrictions, what can be done? And can anything stop them?

Europe Editor James Mates tells Cari Davies what you need to know...

We've seen countless stories of failures in the system designed to help our most vulnerable children - those with special educational needs and disabilities.

This week ITV News journalists - both nationally and in all our regions - will be putting an even bigger spotlight on the real life impact of the SEND crisis.

Neil Barbour from ITV Anglia, Jonny Brown from ITV Calendar and Katie Cole from ITV Tyne Tees join ITV News Presenter Faye Barker.

With families being pushed to the brink of mental and financial collapse, we ask why is SEND provision in such a crisis? And how bad is it in your area?