Top Foreign Office official to leave post after Mandelson vetting row
It comes after it emerged the peer failed security vetting but the Foreign Office still allowed him to take up the post.
Chris Mason: Mandelson nightmare haunts Starmer again, as senior figure effectively sacked
The prime minister is believed to be absolutely furious over the handling of Lord Mandelson's vetting, Chris Mason writes.
UK seeks closer EU ties in volatile times - but at what cost?
The UK is adopting a "ruthlessly pragmatic" approach to becoming closer to its European neighbours, the UK's EU minister tells the BBC.
Singer D4vd arrested in connection with death of missing teen girl
The remains of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez were found in the singer's car last year.
Finance ministers and top bankers raise serious concerns about Mythos AI model
Experts say Mythos potentially has an unprecedented ability to identify and exploit cybersecurity weaknesses.
Rising value of Pokémon cards sparks smash and grab crime spree
Small shops across the UK are being targeted by thieves stealing collectibles worth thousands of pounds.
Artemis commander tells BBC about 'powerful' moment crater named after his late wife
Reid Wiseman’s two daughters were in Nasa’s mission control room for the naming of the “Carroll” crater in honour of the commander’s late wife.
Champions League in the Championship? Forest's juggling act goes on
Nottingham Forest continue their remarkable Europa League run - but does it only increase the pressure on staying in the Premier League?
Andrew invited to relinquish Freedom of City
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor received the historic honour in 2012 "by virtue of patrimony".
South Korea's runaway wolf finally captured after nine-day search
The search has been marked by twists and turns, gripping South Korea and even inspiring a meme coin.
Beckhams have 'always tried to be best parents', Victoria says after Brooklyn row
Victoria says she and David have always tried to "protect" their children, following a rift with their son.
Trump's Lebanon ceasefire takes Israel by surprise
Few Israelis see this truce as a way out of the conflict with Hezbollah, the BBC's Lucy Williamson writes.
Lyse Doucet in Iran: Destruction shows huge civilian cost of the war
While military targets have been struck in Iran, civilian areas have too, showing the stark reality of the war.
No issues with UK fuel supply, says Reeves
The chancellor was speaking at the end of the International Monetary Fund meeting in Washington.
Satellite images reveal scale of Israeli demolitions as Lebanese villages destroyed
BBC Verify analysis found more than 1,400 buildings had been destroyed since 2 March.
Weekly quiz: What did Trump say about the Pope?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?
Christine Baranski says West End debut is a 'dream come true'
The US actress will star opposite Richard E Grant in a new production of Noel Coward's comedy Hay Fever.
The Papers: 'Starmer in peril' and 'Gunners hero dead'
Calls for PM to resign over Mandelson vetting and ex-Arsenal goalie's 'train horror' death leads the papers.
'I was tortured and lost my hand' - one student's struggle to get an education in Nigeria
The BBC speaks to a student who pushed for his his toe print to be taken to verify his identity.
Is the UK finally waking up to the power of video games?
The UK's biggest video games awards cap off a week of big announcements, but will they change anything?
School shootings a new trauma for Turkey as nation mourns
An expert tells the BBC the attack in Kahramanmaras was a tragedy but "not a surprise".
Malala's brother Khushal on fleeing the Taliban and facing the manosphere
Khushal Yousafzai has been opening up to BBC Asian Network about the impact of one day in 2012.
Australia's most decorated living soldier granted bail over war crime charges
Lawyers argued that Ben Roberts-Smith wouldn't be able to defend himself properly from prison.
Major refinery fire won't lead to fuel rationing, Australian PM says
A 13-hour blaze at one of Australia's two oil refineries could impact petrol prices and supply.
Naples bank robbers hold 25 people hostage then vanish through tunnel
The armed men reportedly evaded capture by escaping through the city's sewer system.
Iranian footballers say Australia has given them 'hope' for safe future
The duo had sought aslyum after their football team did not sing the national anthem during a match.
Lana Del Rey to sing theme for new James Bond game
The Summertime Sadness star has been keen to add her voice to the Bond franchise for a number of years.
Rollout of Covid vaccines an extraordinary feat, inquiry report finds
Covid vaccines saved hundreds of thousands of lives, but a small minority harmed need better support, says report.
Former Arsenal goalkeeper Alex Manninger dies after car struck by train in Austria
Former Arsenal goalkeeper Alex Manninger dies at the age of 48 after his car is struck by a train.
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Mandelson Failed Security Vetting…Who Knew What, When?
Starmer did not know Mandelson failed vetting, government says
Has Trump given up on the midterms?
The president is losing public support over the Iran war.
Imagine a world where no one has heard of The Beatles
An unsuccessful singer-songwriter wakes up in a world where no-one remembers The Beatles.
Champions League in the Championship? Forest's juggling act goes on
Nottingham Forest continue their remarkable Europa League run - but does it only increase the pressure on staying in the Premier League?
Clayton beats Littler in Rotterdam to extend lead
Jonny Clayton delights the Rotterdam crowd as he beats Luke Littler 6-4 to extend his lead at the top of the Premier League table.
Spectacular European nights the new normal for Villa under Emery
Ten years ago, Aston Villa were relegated to English football's second tier for the first time since 1987. Now they are in their second European semi-final in three seasons.
Is this the beginning of the end for LIV Golf?
With speculation continuing over LIV Golf's future, BBC Sport analyses whether the breakaway tour will continue.
Why 'sensational' Palace & Conference League are good fit
After overcoming Fiorentina over two legs to reach the semi-finals, Crystal Palace will now fancy their chances of going all the way in the Conference League and adding a European trophy to their FA Cup success last season.
World Athletics rejects 11 athlete transfers to Turkey
World Athletics rejects the applications of 11 elite athletes to switch their nationality to Turkey as the requests were "part of a coordinated recruitment strategy" by the country's government "to attract overseas athletes through lucrative contracts".
Italy made me a manager when England 'discouraged' me - Cole
Ashley Cole won 107 caps for England, seventh on the all‑time list, but says he was "discouraged" by those in the football pyramid from becoming a head coach.
‘Trump forced Israel into a ceasefire’ with Lebanon
Abed Abou Shhadeh, a political commentator in Israel, says the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon is ‘problematic'.
Celebrations on the road as people begin returning to southern Lebanon
People celebrate on the roads in southern Lebanon as they drive to their homes after the ceasefire announcement.
Iran war live: Ceasefire starts in Lebanon as Trump says Tehran deal close
Death toll from Israeli attacks on Lebanon reached 2,196 on Thursday as 10-day ceasefire announced.
People in Beirut wary of trusting Israel will uphold Lebanon ceasefire
Lebanon’s residents say they are wary of trusting that Israel will abide by the ceasefire agreement announced by Trump.
US panel approves Trump’s design for massive arch in Washington, DC
The proposed 76-metre arch would tower over other iconic landmarks in Washington, DC, and has attracted scrutiny.
Israel and Lebanon’s 10-day ceasefire goes into effect
A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has gone into effect. It began at midnight local time (21:00 GMT).
Displaced Lebanese wary as ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah begins
Tensions linger as evacuees await clarity on the ceasefire’s terms before risking a return to war-torn villages.
US State Department restricts visas for those who ‘support adversaries’
Trump administration says it has taken action against 26 people 'across our hemisphere' who allegedly undermined US.
Netflix cofounder Hastings to step down after it lost Warner Bros deal
The company's stock plunged about 8 percent on the news of Hastings's departure.
US House votes to extend temporary protections for Haitians in Trump rebuke
Ten Republicans join Democrats to extend Temporary Protected Status for nearly 350,000 Haitians in the United States.
Turkiye grieves students killed in school shooting
Hundreds turned out to the funerals of eight students who were fatally shot at school in Turkiye’s Kahramanmaras.
Pope Leo urges peace in visit to Cameroon’s conflict-hit northwest
Pope Leo XIV was in Bamenda in conflict-hit northwest Cameroon, urging peace in a region beset by deadly fighting.
What is tailgating, and has FIFA banned it at World Cup stadiums in the US?
Football fans in the US have criticised FIFA and local organisers over a move to ban tailgating at World Cup matches.
A ceasefire in Lebanon — will it hold?
After rare talks, a ceasefire in Lebanon raises one question: what happens on the ground next?
Ex-NBA player Damon Jones to be first to plead guilty in US gambling case
Betting scandal that swept basketball set tp see ex-NBA player Damon Jones become first person to plead guilty in case.
Qatar hosts talks aimed at putting Iran peace process back on track
Pakistan's PM arrived in Doha Thursday for regional talks across the Middle East in a possibility to end the war.
Who is keeping the fight alive in Sudan’s war?
What three years of war have done to Sudan.
More than $5 trillion in US taxes. Who gets it?
From war spending to healthcare cuts, US budget choices have real impacts. So who is the system really working for?
AOC, Boebert join calls for sexual misconduct accountability in Congress
Lawmakers who represent leftward and rightward flanks of their parties call for reform after Congress members resign.
What role is China playing in the Iran war and how is it affected?
Beijing balancing Tehran alliance with its wider global interests
UK’s Starmer under fire over report Mandelson failed security vetting
Gov's spokesperson says Starmer had no knowledge of the Foreign Office overriding the security recommendation.
Displaced Lebanese in Beirut uncertain if they can trust ceasefire
Displaced Lebanese in Beirut said they do not yet trust whether the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon will hold.
Sectarian fears increase as a Beirut area says no to displacement centre
Tensions rise in Karantina as civil war-era sectarian fears resurface over a cancelled displacement centre project.
Senate vote on arms sale shows ‘massive cracks’ in US support for Israel
Rights advocates hail 'historic' shift as 40 out of 47 Democratic senators vote to block military bulldozers to Israel.
Cuban president defiant amid US pressure and energy blockade threats
Miguel Diaz-Canel marks anniversary of socialist revolutionary declaration under threat of US attacks.
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'
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