Starmer admits No 10 asked about job for aide Matthew Doyle
The ex-communications chief was made a Labour peer after leaving Downing Street in March 2025, but was suspended from the parliamentary party this February over links with a convicted sex offender.
Husband cleared of manslaughter over wife's suicide
Christopher Trybus is found not guilty of the manslaughter of Tarryn Baird after a five-week trial.
Lufthansa cuts 20,000 summer flights as fuel prices surge
The airline is the latest to cut flights as the US-Israel war with Iran sends jet fuel prices soaring.
EU approves €90bn loan for Ukraine as pipeline is turned on ending deadlock
Ukraine says it has reopened the Druzhba pipeline, after months of stalemate over stalled oil supplies to neighbouring Hungary.
Three ways the latest inflation figures affect you
How high could inflation get? And what could it mean for borrowers and savers around the country?
'Superstar' runners praised for helping exhausted man finish marathon
Two runners go viral for helping carry exhausted man over the finish line.
McDonald's boss on abuse claims: 'I don't want to talk about the past'
A BBC investigation in 2023 heard from more than 100 McDonald's workers in the UK claiming they faced sexual assault, harassment, racism, and bullying
Supreme Court rejects bid to revoke adoption of sisters
The children, now 18 and 19, supported their adoptive mother's application to the court.
UK set for Lyrid meteor shower display with clear skies forecast
The Lyrid meteor shower is the oldest recorded and Wednesday brings near perfect weather conditions to see them as they peak. Simon King explains.
Hay fever season is lasting longer - here's how to cope with it
Symptoms are lasting for up to two weeks longer than in the 1990s, according to a major report - so what can you do about the pollen bomb?
Monkeys 'learn to eat soil to cope with junk food'
Soil helps monkeys' stomachs settle after calorie-rich snacks from tourists, research suggests.
400 job applications but only three interviews - the jobseeker feeling 'ghosted' by employers
The term ghosting is common in the dating world - but job applicants are increasingly reporting it.
Foo Fighters interview: 'We're a different band without Taylor Hawkins'
The band talk about life without their drummer, their "angry" new album, and their backstage Lego habit.
Trump buys time for Iran deal after frantic day of diplomacy
The US president's decision marked the second time in as many weeks he has backed off a threat to escalate the war, buying more time.
England's adaptive cheerleading champions chasing gold in Florida
England's Adaptive Abilities Advanced cheerleading team on growing participation and medal hopes
50 days until World Cup - pick your favourite kits
BBC Sport has highlighted some of the most interesting kits which will be seen at this summer's World Cup. Pick your favourites.
I was left with an £8,000 vet bill when my insurer cancelled my pet policy
Thousands of people have got in touch with BBC Your Voice over concerns about rising pet insurance costs and poor cover.
Why police are seeking to arrest billionaire K-pop mogul behind BTS
Bang Si-hyuk, who created the supergroup, denies defrauding investors before his $7.3bn company went public.
Beverley Callard forced to leave I'm A Celebrity: 'I didn't know I had cancer'
The soap star revealed her diagnosis in February, several months after the reality show was filmed.
Anthropic investigating claim of unauthorised access to Mythos AI tool
The AI company has said the model is too dangerous to release publicly because of its hacking capabilities.
Man, 77, slapped traffic warden and threatened to 'lump' her
Stephen Doughty assaulted Wendy Williams after struggling to use a pay-and-display machine.
Xbox cuts prices for Game Pass but ends day-one Call of Duty access
New Call of Duty games will be added to the subscription service "about a year" after release, Microsoft said.
Car finance compensation scheme faces challenge and delay
The move could further delay payouts to millions of drivers who were mis-sold motor finance.
South Korean fighter jets collided due to pilots taking pictures, report finds
One of the pilots has been fined thousands of dollars by the military to cover repair costs.
Bird flu vaccine trial against potential pandemic strain begins
The jab targets the H5N1 flu strain which has caused devastating infections in bird populations worldwide, but has yet to spread between humans.
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I Don’t Speak to My Family with Shaheen Hashmat
In her 20s, Shaheen Hashmat made the decision to become fully estranged from her family.
The Prime Minister v Olly Robbins
Sacked Foreign Office chief describes 'dismissive' attitude to Mandelson vetting.
Discover the surprising wildlife of London
Sir David Attenborough explores the surprising wildlife of his hometown – London.
Rosenior position increasingly uncertain at Chelsea
Liam Rosenior's position as Chelsea head coach is becoming increasingly uncertain, sources have indicated to BBC Sport.
Leicester fans demand change as Rowett urges action after relegation
Leicester City fans demand change at the club after relegation to League One, while manager Gary Rowett says "decisive action" is needed.
Record ticket prices announced for a European Ryder Cup
Ryder Cup organisers outline their reasons for almost doubling the ticket price to attend next year's event in Ireland from that paid in Rome in 2023.
Selby takes commanding lead over Jones
Four-time winner Mark Selby only needs three more frames to move into the last 16 of the World Championship after he dominates the opening session against Wales' Jak Jones.
Rangers captain Tavernier to leave in summer after 11 years
Captain James Tavernier announces he will leave Rangers at the end of the season, after 11 years at Ibrox.
Tottenham advertise sport psychologist roles
Tottenham are looking to appoint a lead psychologist for their men's first team after head coach Roberto de Zerbi said they need to "change the mentality".
What is uranium enrichment and how quickly could Iran build a nuclear bomb?
Al Jazeera spoke with MIT professor Ted Postol about what Iran could do with its 440kg of 60 percent enriched uranium.
Will Iraq’s Shia bloc overcome obstacles to pick the next PM?
The Shia-led Coordination Framework must nominate a prime minister by Sunday, as required by the constitution.
Arsenal have grown, but they still have not learned how to dominate
Arsenal’s title challenge is again being undermined by dropped points in decisive moments.
New York exhibit casts ‘Trumpism’ as a modern faith
A New York gallery has transformed into a chapel-style installation exploring ‘Trumpism’ as a modern American belief.
Beyond the desecrated statue: What truly demands our outrage
Destruction of a statue of Jesus in Lebanon is disturbing, but Israel’s genocide is what really demands our outrage.
Deadly Israeli settler attack on school kills two in Ramallah
Two people have been killed after Israeli settlers opened fire on a school in the occupied West Bank.
Runners help collapsed competitor at Boston Marathon
Runners help collapsed competitor at Boston Marathon
Iran calls US ship seizure ‘piracy’: Is it?
Since the early days of the war on Iran, the US has been targeting Iranian ships in international waters.
On Earth Day, remember the people defending the planet
Behind every environmental victory are activists whose sacrifice is rarely recognised.
UK bans a generation of children from smoking: How it works
The legal age to buy tobacco products will rise by one year, every year, from 2027.
Five major issues affecting the FIFA World Cup with 50 days to go
From the US-Israel war on Iran to exorbitant ticket prices and violence in host nations, here's what's gone wrong.
Israeli settlers set Palestinian home on fire in occupied West Bank
Israeli settlers set Palestinian home on fire in occupied West Bank
Kyrie Irving changes Instagram photo to show solidarity with Palestine
NBA player's profile image shows a Palestinian child blocked from school by Israeli soldiers in the occupied West Bank.
Why is India’s Manipur burning for three years?
After three years of ethnic clashes, Manipur still remains on edge, with fears that the conflict could spiral further.
UK bill bans anyone born after 2008 from ever buying tobacco
People who are now 17 or younger will never be able to buy tobacco, according to the law backed by the UK Parliament.
Is China a winner of the Iran war or facing economic risks?
China's economy beats expectations despite the Iran war, but weak demand and structural risks remain.
Trump reads Bible verses on repentance after AI image of himself as Jesus
US President Donald Trump has read a Bible passage about punishment and national repentance as part of a marathon event.
Peru’s election chief steps down amid chaotic general election
The head of Peru’s election authority was heckled by protesters after announcing his resignation.
Iran captures two vessels in Strait of Hormuz after ship comes under fire
The IRGC says the aggression came in response to what it described as the US's capture of an Iranian commercial vessel.
Virginia redistricting election results: Key takeaways from Democrats’ win
This vote is part of a wider national fight between Democrats and Republicans over gerrymandering.
Russia strikes Ukraine’s Odesa port, kills railway worker in Zaporizhia
Ukraine's deputy prime minister says the attacks on the country's civilian infrastructure are 'another proof of terrorism'.
Israel attacks mosque in Lebanon in another ceasefire violation
Israel attacks mosque in Lebanon in another ceasefire violation
Gaza’s unseen casualties: A surge in stillbirths and birth defects
Gaza sees a 140% rise in stillbirths and a doubling of congenital anomalies as the devastating impacts of war linger.
LeBron James nets 28, Lakers grab 2-0 lead on Rockets in NBA Playoff series
Kevin Durant scores 23 for Houston but the Lakers bag a 101-94 win despite a depleted team, with Luka Doncic missing.
Israel’s ‘digital occupation’ of south Lebanon
Al Jazeera’s Linh Nguyen explains Israeli drones above the skies in Lebanon, which critics call a "digital occupation."
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'