Oil price at two-year high after Qatar warns all Gulf production could stop within days
Energy Minister Saad al-Kaabi says oil could hit $150 a barrel if the Iran conflict continues over the coming weeks.
Iranian schools, hospital and landmarks among civilian sites hit during US-Israeli strikes
A local in Tehran tell BBC Verify that the city has been turned into a "ghost town" as residents flee.
Flight paths squeezed as Iran conflict closes more airspace
A drone attack on Azerbaijan has narrowed choices for airlines scrambling to respond to disruption in the Gulf.
'We couldn't sleep because of fear': Residents flee as Israel pounds south Beirut
Communities across huge swathes of Lebanon have been told by Israel to leave their homes due to military action against Hezbollah.
Four arrested on suspicion of assisting Iran's intelligence service
The men were arrested on Friday on suspicion of assisting a foreign intelligence service.
Man who murdered ex's sister and her children in revenge attack given whole-life sentence
Bryonie Gawith and her children died when Sharaz Ali set fire to their home in revenge for her sister ending their relationship.
Driver who killed student after mistakenly hitting wrong pedal jailed
Student Aalia Mahomed, 20, was described as the "most amazing daughter" by her mother.
Withheld Epstein files with accusations against Trump released by justice department
The Department of Justice said the released files had been "incorrectly coded as duplicative" and inadvertently not published.
Lenders lift mortgage rates as Iran war hits borrowing costs
Nationwide, HSBC and Coventry Building Society are all putting some mortgage rates up.
Three women interviewed on suspicion of sex trafficking in Al Fayed investigation
The women have been interviewed under suspicion of aiding and abetting rape and human trafficking, the Met Police says.
Tory peer quits after Lords investigation into PPE deals
It comes after a Lords standards probe into his contacts with ministers and advisers during the pandemic.
Meghan's lifestyle brand and Netflix end partnership
The Duchess of Sussex will run As ever independently, after a partnership with Netflix helped to launch the brand last year.
Xbox confirms new console is coming - but can it revive the brand?
Microsoft is the first big company out of the gates with Project Helix - a "next-generation" console.
Fatbikes are wreaking havoc in Sydney's wealthy beach suburbs
Teens are infuriating locals by riding over golf courses and doing wheelies on the Harbour Bridge.
Meet GB's first female Paralympic snowboarder
When Nina Sparks was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2021, she decided it was going to be the making of her - now she's competing at the Winter Paralympics.
Singers praise new gospel music chart that will 'open doors'
A new Christian and Gospel Singles Chart is launched to reflect "a vibrant sector of the UK music industry".
Who's to blame for Spurs crisis?
BBC Sport's chief football writer Phil McNulty examines who - or what - is to blame for Spurs' crisis as they fight to avoid relegation.
Emirates resumes some Dubai flights – what's the latest on travel to UK?
New flights to the UK from the Middle East follow days of widespread air travel disruption which had left Britons stranded.
Badenoch presses Starmer to strike Iranian missile sites
RAF jets have been shooting down missiles fired by Iran, but are not taking part in strikes on its sites.
Israeli troops push into Lebanon for yet another war with Iran's proxy Hezbollah
The BBC sees troops and tanks massing near the border, as speculation mounts that Israel is planning a full-scale ground invasion to fight Hezbollah.
Five ways the Iran war could affect you - in charts
With fuel and gas prices having risen in recent days, here are some ways the conflict could affect households.
Rare coincidence as three cousins born on same day
Their parents are now looking forward to joint birthday parties together.
Two of the world's rarest lions put to sleep at zoo
Thheiba and Fidda were 22 years old and were the remaining two females of a pride at Belfast zoo.
Mexico to deploy 100,000 security personnel for World Cup
World Cup co-hosts Mexico plan to deploy nearly 100,000 security personnel to protect fans at this summer's tournament, amid ongoing cartel violence in the country.
Mandelson's bail conditions lifted after misconduct in public office arrest
Lord Peter Mandelson has had his passport returned by police, his lawyers say.
UK immigration officers 'working for China' arrested after forcing entry into flat, court hears
One of the officers is on trial at the Old Bailey while the other was found dead in May 2024 after being arrested and bailed.
Pokémon condemns White House for using its imagery
The company says its "mission is not affiliated with any political viewpoint or agenda," in response to the latest White House meme.
Russia was behind parcel fires in UK and Europe, investigators say
The attacks, which involved self-igniting packages, targeted couriers in Poland, Germany and at a DHL depot in the UK in 2024.
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Who is to blame for Spurs' chaotic descent towards relegation?
BBC Sport's chief football writer Phil McNulty examines who - or what - is to blame for Spurs' crisis as they fight to avoid relegation.
McCullum and Key look set to retain ECB support
Head coach Brendon McCullum and director of cricket Rob Key look likely to retain the support of the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) despite a disappointing winter.
Five seconds off the pace - Aston Martin's dire situation unmasked in practice
Aston Martin's dire start to the season has left Fernando Alonso in a "hard mental place", says team principal Adrian Newey.
Russian athletes march at Paralympic opening ceremony
Athletes from Russia and Belarus parade behind their nations' flags at the opening ceremony of the Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics as the 50th anniversary edition of the Games officially gets under way.
US issues limited licence for Venezuelan gold following high-level visit
The licence follows a push from US President Donald Trump to open Venezuela's resource sector to outside investment.
Strikes on Iran to last ‘four to six weeks’, White House says
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt says the US expects the war on Iran to last "about four to six weeks”.
US and Israel attacking Iran at ‘record pace’, war monitor says
Airwars says first days of US-Israeli Iran strikes 'hit significantly more targets than any campaign in recent decades'.
Human rights court orders reparations for forced sterilisation case in Peru
Inter-American Court of Human Rights says Peru must pay family of woman who died as a result of forced sterilisation.
Spanish politician slams those using ‘feminism’ as excuse for Iran war
“This is how the right defends the rights of Iranian women: by celebrating the murder of 160 girls.”
Messi criticised for applauding Trump amid US attacks on Iran
Lionel Messi has been criticised for meeting US President Donald Trump and applauding his latest brief on the Iran war.
What the world is getting wrong about what Iranians think
The US-Israeli war on Iran is exposing deep divisions among Iranians in the diaspora and in Iran.
India vs New Zealand: T20 World Cup final – Predicted XI, time, stream
India aim to become first side to win three T20 World Cup titles, while New Zealand seek maiden crown in 2026 final.
Iran’s future will be determined by Iranians, not Trump, officials say
Ghalibaf says Iran's fate will not be decided by 'Epstein's gang' as Trump pushes for role in choosing supreme leader.
US customs agency says it is not yet able to reimburse tariff costs
Agency says process being worked out to mediate disbursement of $166bn in tariff costs to more than 330,000 importers.
Zelenskyy visits front line as Ukraine and Russia swap 500 prisoners each
Completion of two-day POW exchange one of few tangible results as peace talks stall amid Middle East turmoil.
CCTV video captures moment strike lands next to boys’ school in Iran
CCTV video showing the moment a missile struck next to a boys’ school in Iran’s Qazvin.
Iran shares video of Tehran primary school after attack
A school in Tehran has been struck in US-Israeli attacks, according to Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson.
Video shows explosions near Tehran’s Azadi Tower
A video has been released showing huge explosions near Tehran’s Azadi Tower.
Calls grow for independent probe into deadly Iranian girls’ school attack
'No excuse for killing girls in a classroom,' UN experts say, amid push for justice after Minab primary school assault.
White House posts ‘American justice’ video days after Iran school attack
The White House is facing criticism for posting a video montage mixing footage from the Iran war with cartoons.
Has Donald Trump failed to sell the Iran war to the world?
Some of Washington's allies have been critical and will not join the conflict.
US job market stalls, unemployment rate rises before Fed decision
The healthcare sector was hit the hardest , while tariff-exposed sectors remained stagnant .
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Israel extending ‘Gaza playbook’ to Lebanon, charity warns
Medical Aid for Palestinians accuses Israel of 'deliberately terrorising civilian populations' across Lebanon.
In a bid to counter China, Trump hosts a summit for Latin America leaders
Experts say Trump must offer 'tangible economic benefits' to Latin America to curb China's growth in the region.
Thousands of Syrian refugees flee Lebanon after Israeli strikes
Thousands of Syrian refugees are fleeing Israeli strikes across Lebanon and trying to return to Syria.
Kurdish opposition mulls whether to trust Trump after Iran uprising call
Iranian Kurds weigh risks of fighting government, uncertain of US and Israeli support for any uprising.
‘No deal with Iran except unconditional surrender,’ Trump says
US president stakes out maximalist war aims as conflict wreaks havoc across the region amid rising death toll.
Qatar warns Iran war could halt Gulf energy exports ‘within weeks’
Global economies will be affected if the war on Iran continues for weeks, according to Qatar's energy minister.
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'
Chinese Vice Premier, FM hold talks with Norwegian FM
Cooperating with China means walking with opportunities: S.African entrepreneur and brand ambassador
Investigative report on 'Taiwan independence' separatist Shen Pao-yang released
China successfully launches Shenzhou-21 crewed spacecraft, carrying civilian taikonaut, 'space mice'
PLA Southern Theater Command, CCG step up law enforcement around China's Huangyan Dao
Japan, South Korea leaders meet in Gyeongju; avoid sensitive historical issues
Most desired vision of GGI is a future of fairness: Chinese FM
China ready to tap potential of economic and trade cooperation with Singapore: Premier
Mourners from all walks of life pay final tribute to late Nobel laureate Chen Ning Yang