'I'll never get over watching my home burn': Belfast residents reel after night of unrest
A night of disorder in Belfast saw people forced to flee their homes, in protests that followed a knife attack in the north of the city.
Three arrested over Glasgow unrest and racist assaults after Belfast knife attack
Police Scotland said members of the public were attacked "because of the colour of their skin" on Tuesday evening.
Trump says US will hit Iran 'hard' again on Wednesday
The US president warns Iran "will have to pay the price" for taking too long to agree a deal, after Tehran vows retaliation to any attacks.
Stokes out of England squad, Root named captain
Ben Stokes will miss England’s second Test against New Zealand at The Oval following an incident in a London nightclub, with Joe Root stepping up as interim captain.
Lacey Turner confirmed as first Strictly contestant
The actress is best known for her role as Stacey Slater on EastEnders, the BBC One soap she joined in 2004.
Two migrants jailed under new small boats law
A Sudanese national and Afghan national were jailed for piloting small boats across the Channel.
Ukraine says missiles hit military plant deep inside Russia
Ukraine's military also says it has struck a Russian oil refinery and a "shadow fleet" oil tanker in the Black Sea.
Who will win the World Cup? BBC pundits make their predictions
Who will win, who might spring a surprise and how will England and Scotland do? BBC pundits predict what will happen at the 2026 World Cup.
BBC cancels Doctor Who Christmas special and Russell T Davies announces exit
The BBC said the decision was made "after careful consideration" and had "not been taken lightly".
Is another heatwave on the way?
Temperatures are expected to rise by the end of the week where we could see another heatwave developing, Simon King explains
What the data does and doesn't tell us about asylum seekers in Northern Ireland
Belfast police say a refugee charged with the attempted murder of a man on Monday initially entered the country from the Republic of Ireland.
Belfast knife attack disorder 'destabilising', says terror adviser
Jonathan Hall KC tells the BBC it was "absolutely legitimate" to talk about immigration in relation to national security.
Watch: Residents flee as cars and houses burn
Police and firefighters help families leave their homes amid disorder following a knife attack.
What we know about the stabbing and violence
Houses across the city have been set on fire following a knife attack earlier this week.
How to watch the key World Cup matches - and keep your job
Football fans and bosses share their strategies to balance late night kick offs with work the next day.
With no team in World Cup, China fans rally around a red card-happy referee
Ma Ning, known for his stern style, has sparked viral memes and attracted major brand sponsorships.
'My son and daughter play for England, I still pinch myself'
Nigel James says "I still pinch myself" that two of his children represent England's football teams.
Cymru connections: Who can Wales fans back?
It's the return of a conundrum that Welsh football fans had to deal with for 64 years before 2022: Who to support at the World Cup?
Twenty new players to look out for
BBC Sport TV and radio commentators pick the players they think could be the breakout stars.
'Uni marking boycott could render my hard work worthless'
Abigail Maguire says she is unhappy earlier marks could be used to determine her final grade.
We spent an entire year watching this one pothole - here's what happened
The BBC follows the ups and downs of a single pothole for more than a year.
Three questions Bill Gates could face as he testifies to Congress on Epstein
The Microsoft co-founder has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing or knowledge of his former associate's illegal activity.
'People didn't believe I was sleeping rough': The UK's hidden homeless women
Two thirds of the women counted in a charity-led census would not have been recorded using the government method.
'Not just offshore jobs': The issues facing voters in Aberdeen South by-election
Voters head to the polls on 18 June as seven candidates stand in Aberdeen South.
Hundreds of twitchers flock to see African bird in UK for first time
Bird lovers flock to North Wales to see Western reef heron
Illegal mini-marts to shut for up to 12 months under law change prompted by BBC
Under current rules, shops breaking the law can only be closed for up to six months in England and Wales.
Growing backlash in Japan over Trump's use of anime characters
The US president has angered some fans by using the images of characters like Pikachu and Naruto.
Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon kill 17, reports say
Nine of them were killed in a series of attacks in the town of Tayr Debba, according to Lebanon's state news agency.
Uptick in children and teenagers enjoying reading for first time in 5 years
More than one in three now say they like picking up books in their spare time, according to a literacy charity.
Manhunt after prisoner escapes van in Woolwich
Temitope Segun, aged 25, absconded from a prison transport van on Woolwich High Street.
Boy, 8, phones his nan from capsized kayak to save his grandad
An eight-year-old boy and his grandad drifted more than two miles off the Vale of Glamorgan coast.
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The Secret Jungle Hospital
Saving lives in a hidden hospital, rebels fighting against Myanmar's military.
Americanswers… on 5 Live! Why did Trump walk out of his TV interview with Meet The Press?
And why is JD Vance posting about Henry Nowak?
Stokes out of England squad, Root named captain
Ben Stokes will miss England’s second Test against New Zealand at The Oval following an incident in a London nightclub, with Joe Root stepping up as interim captain.
US official claims banned referee had links with 'terror organisations'
Somali referee Omar Artan was denied entry to the United States because of his "association with suspected members of terror organisations," says a US official.
Everton told to pay Burnley £35m over PSR breaches
Everton are told they must pay Burnley £35m for the impact of breaches of the Premier League's financial rules.
Former Warwickshire wicketkeeper Piper dies aged 56
Former Warwickshire wicketkeeper Keith Piper dies at the age of 56 after playing nearly 500 games for the Bears in his 16-year career at Edgbaston.
Williams' Queen's campaign in doubt after Mboko injury
Serena Williams' doubles campaign at Queen's is in doubt after Victoria Mboko suffers a knee injury in her singles match against Karolina Pliskova.
Scotland's Super Mario and social butterfly who emerged from Man Utd cocoon
From unappreciated at Manchester United to idolised at Scotland and Napoli - but who is the real Scott McTominay?
The Light Within | Ep 5 – El Salvador
In a Salvadoran prison, young women from rival gangs learn to co-exist and prepare for life beyond penitentiary walls.
Trump hardens tone against Iran, says ‘may keep going’ with strikes
US president claims Iran is 'completely defeated' and renews threats to bomb the country's civilian infrastructure.
US diplomat found dead in Myanmar, Thai woman in custody
US State Department confirms the fatality, but refuses to provide more information about the person's death in Yangon.
Bill Gates appears before Congress to testify over Epstein files
Microsoft founder Bill Gates appeared before Congress to testify over Epstein files
Sanctions on settlers not enough: Target Israeli gov’t, say campaigners
Campaigners argue that sanctions reflect a need to manage public anger rather than a genuine shift in state policy.
The myth of white Argentina still shapes the nation
Milei is deepening a state tradition that has equated whiteness with civilisation since its inception.
What are Lebanon’s most important political parties?
Lebanon's many powerful parties reflect the country's social, sectarian, and political divides.
Eight red cards shown to Brazil in fiery friendly against US women
Four Brazilian players and four members of their coaching staff were sent off during a dramatic encounter in Fortaleza.
US bombs Iran’s water facilities: Why that’s so significant
The US struck several sites in Iran, saying it retaliated against the downing of a US helicopter in the Strait of Hormuz
Mexico vs South Africa: World Cup group match – teams, start and lineups
As the tournament kicks off, cohosts Mexico face South Africa in a replay of the 2010 edition's opening game.
West Bank ethnic cleansing, settler attacks Israel’s state policy: Amnesty
Israel uses war crimes to accelerate 'annexation agenda and settlement expansion' in occupied land, rights group says.
7-month-old baby shot by Israeli soldier in Hebron
An Israeli soldier fired at a Palestinian family’s car in Hebron, fatally shooting a seven‑month‑old in the head.
Ukraine-made ‘Flamingo’ missile hits target 900 km inside Russia
Video shows a Ukrainian-made ‘FP-5 Flamingo’ cruise missile flying deep inside Russia.
Pakistan military helicopter crashes in Kashmir, all on board killed
There has been a heavy security presence in Muzaffarabad amid protests in Pakistan-administered Kashmir in recent days.
Kashmiri rights activist wins partial court victory but remains behind bars
The Delhi High Court grants bail to Kashmiri rights activist Khurram Parvez, jailed in India for nearly five years.
Hero’s welcome for Somali referee denied entry to US World Cup tournament
The first Somali picked to referee a World Cup rose from Mogadishu's pitches, only to be barred at the US border.
Netanyahu caught between the US, Lebanon war, and Iran ceasefire
As elections near, Israel's PM finds himself squeezed between his voters, his allies, and his opponents.
Apache down, fighting up: What the latest US-Iran attacks mean
Analysts say Iran seeks to deter US patrols on the Strait of Hormuz by attacking its assets across the Gulf.
Satellite images show Israel’s destruction of historical city of Tyre
Satellite data shows damage to residential areas, UNESCO Heritage buffer zones and Palestinian camps in Israeli attacks.
What’s happening at the World Cup one day before tournament starts?
Political issues continue to dominate the build-up, with the US-Israel war on Iran overshadowing the World Cup.
Why has Belfast erupted in anti-immigrant violence after a knife attack?
Ministers have blamed far-right online agitators for stoking racial tension following a stabbing.
Who pays for a supersized World Cup?
The biggest World Cup ever, with 48 teams and 104 matches, is expected to bring a record $13bn for FIFA.
Graham Platner wins Maine primary election: Results and key takeaways
Platner wins in Maine, Republican Nancy Mace loses in S Carolina. Results for Nevada and North Carolina also announced.
A four-year-old’s recovery from the trauma of war in Lebanon
Four-year-old Malika was seriously wounded in an Israeli attack that killed her mother.
Why is the FIFA World Cup 2026 being held in three countries?
The 2026 World Cup is the first to be held in three different host nations - but why? Al Jazeera explains.
Tokyo Trial debunks notorious Yasukuni Shrine's inverted narrative
China schedules next moonshot this year: developer
China's 2026 defense budget set at 1.94 trillion yuan: spokesperson
NPC deputy suggests optimizing vacations, breaks to stimulate domestic consumption
NPC deputy suggests better informing patients of fertility risks before treatment
Chinese courts step up crackdown on cyber crimes
From Pegasus to Blades of the Guardians, film IPs fuel Xinjiang's tourism boom, NPC deputy tells GT
CPC Central Committee, State Council congratulate Chinese Winter Olympics delegation
No case of Nipah virus disease detected in China so far: China's disease control authorities
S. Korea's ex-president Yoon sentenced to 5 years in prison over obstruction of justice
Russia-China ties crucial for global stability: Putin at annual conference
China, Russia conduct strategic alignment on issues related to Japan
Civic groups in Taiwan protest Lai's arms push, oppose being dragged toward battlefield
Kuliang bond forges 'hometown affection' across the Pacific
Chinese premier arrives in Johannesburg for 1st G20 summit in Africa
Chinese scientists document first evidence of tool use in giant pandas
Multiple regions roll out autumn breaks for primary, secondary schools, stimulating local tourism
GT on the spot: UN officials praise bird conservation efforts at Poyang Lake in Jiangxi
China's cosmic ray observatory uncovers mystery of cosmic 'knee'