Polanski says police 'should not be above scrutiny' over Golders Green response
The Green Party leader says he apologised for reposting a tweet criticising the officers' response because it was "not the appropriate forum".
Airlines can cancel flights in advance over fuel shortages under new plans
Ministers hope move would help avoid last-minute flight cancellations for passengers this summer over Middle East fuel supplies.
King's speech was a 'high stakes' moment of US visit, Palace says
The state visit to the US draws a positive response after what was a difficult diplomatic challenge.
Two dead and major incident declared after explosion
Avon and Somerset Police said the incident was not believed to be terrorism related.
Germany troop cuts send wrong signal to Russia, say two top US Republicans
The chairs of the House and Senate armed services committees said withdrawing 5,000 service personnel risked undermining deterrence.
The Iran war has strengthened Ukraine in surprising ways. Could a ceasefire with Russia be closer?
President Zelensky has been visiting the Gulf to demonstrate his country's military nous.
Musk's AI told me people were coming to kill me. I grabbed a hammer and prepared for war
Several people told the BBC they experienced delusions after intense conversations with AI.
The clandestine network smuggling Starlink tech into Iran to beat internet blackout
Sahand tells the BBC World Service he sends satellite internet terminals into Iran to help show "the real picture".
From beds to LED masks, is the red light craze giving us more than just a warm glow?
Whether it can really repair muscles and make skin look younger is up for debate.
What death doulas can teach us about dying
Death doulas or soul midwives have increased in popularity in recent years. What do they do?
Laufey on making jazz cool again (and the fish that brought out her inner rage)
The Icelandic star reflects on a phenomenal year, and the music video that let her go "primal".
Watch: How we reported in -30C temperatures in Canada's Arctic
BBC's Nadine Yousif and Eloise Alanna spent five days travelling with the country's military rangers through frostbite and sub-zero temperatures.
Police probe link between drive-by shooting and stabbing
The possibility a drive-by shooting and a stabbing in Brixton are linked is being examined by police.
Russian strikes kill 10 as Zelensky says Ukraine hits oil tankers and terminal
Fatalities have been reported around Ukraine as Kyiv says Russian "shadow fleet" tankers were hit by drones.
Two women die trying to cross Channel in small boat
The boat, carrying 82 people, ran aground on a beach in northern France, says local official.
Two US service members reported missing in Morocco, officials say
A search and rescue operation is underway for the service members, the US African Command said.
Voters will judge Trump on the economy - how is it doing?
How much Donald Trump can do with the time he has left as president will depend massively on the cost of living.
Police officers photographed body on own phones
The Met Police issues a written warning to two officers and apologises to anyone affected.
Celebrity Traitors line-up announced - 21 famous faces set to enter castle
Miranda Hart, Maya Jama, and Eastenders legend Ross Kemp are among the stars who will go head-to-head in the second series of The Celebrity Traitors.
Tributes after teen killed by falling tree
Police said the youngster was pronounced dead at the scene in Stafford.
Fish, eels and birds killed in river pollution incident
Fly fishers say the salmon population at the burn in Moray has been wiped out and could take years to recover.
Man charged with murder and sexual assault of 5-year-old Australian girl
The girl's death sparked an outbreak of violence in the central Australian town from where she disappeared.
Welsh nans befriend pro wrestler on Vegas flight after royal rumble over seats
The group was travelling to Las Vegas to scatter the ashes of one of their late husbands.
Rare 400-year-old gown to go on display
The gown is described as "a rare survivor of its time" and will be shown at Hardwick Hall.
'Dreams do come true': The singer joining female-led soundtrack for Devil Wears Prada
American singer Izzy Escobar features on the album alongside the likes of Lady Gaga and Olivia Dean.
Creating Roo, the missing Winnie-the-Pooh toy, for Camilla's US visit
The original toys - Pooh, Eeyore, Piglet, Kanga and Tigger - are on display in New York, but Roo has been missing for decades.
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Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling star in an award-winning musical
An aspiring actress and a dedicated jazz musician fall in love in modern-day Los Angeles.
On World Press Freedom Day, Pope honours journalists killed in war zones
Pope Leo XIV asks faithful to remember journalists who have lost their lives pursuing the truth.
Who are the two Gaza flotilla activists abducted by Israel?
Spanish national Saif Abu Keshek and Brazilian Thiago Avila were among 175 Gaza flotilla activists detained by Israel.
US to cut troops in Germany as Iran war spat deepens
US-German relations are straining as a spat deepens between President Trump and Chancellor Merz over the war on Iran.
USA vs Paraguay among World Cup games with unsold, exorbitant tickets
Tickets for the cohosts' opening game in Los Angeles are available for prices ranging between $1,120 and $6,050.
It does not make sense to invest more Arab resources in a US alliance
The US will always prioritise Israel over the Arab world. Arab unity is the only way to establish security for all.
Netanyahu boasts of Israel’s billion-dollar military investments
Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel will invest $119 billion USD into developing its own military weapons systems.
Was the Iran war the final blow in the collapse of Spirit Airlines?
The shutdown of the budget airline after 34 years has left 17,000 staff members unemployed.
OPEC+ announces symbolic oil output rise during Strait of Hormuz closure
Seven major producers will add 188,000 barrels per day to their total production quota for June, OPEC+ says.
Israel approves purchase of fighter jets from the US
Purchase includes two new combat squadrons of F-35 and F-15IA aircraft from Lockheed Martin and Boeing.
US military says two service members taking part in Morocco drills missing
AFRICOM says search and rescue operations under way in southwestern Morocco during African Lion exercise.
Taiwan’s leader visits Eswatini despite pressure from China to block trip
Taiwan’s leader William Lai Ching-te is visiting Eswatini, the only country in Africa that recognises Taiwan.
Two women die in attempted Channel crossing from France to UK
Women die after boat carrying 82 people has engine trouble and runs aground near Calais, French authorities say.
Gaza aid flotilla activists appear in Israeli court after abduction
Court extends activists’ detention by two days for further interrogation, rights group tells Al Jazeera.
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Follow the build-up, analysis and live text commentary of the game as United host rivals Liverpool at Old Trafford.
Who is Cherie DeVaux, the first female trainer to win the Kentucky Derby?
DeVaux-trained Golden Tempo beats the odds to give jockey Jose Ortiz a win in the derby for the first time.
What’s Iran’s 14-point proposal to end the war? And will Trump accept it?
Trump is reviewing Iran's latest proposal to end the war, but the mistrust between the two sides is a big obstacle.
Strait of Hormuz blockade and other major naval sieges in modern times
Naval blockades are among the oldest weapons of war, using sea control to cut supplies and force an enemy’s surrender.
Hospitals in Lebanon overwhelmed with patients injured by Israeli attacks
Hospitals in Lebanon overwhelmed with patients injured by Israeli attacks
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Ben-Gvir celebrates birthday with cake decorated with death penalty noose
Ben-Gvir celebrated his 50th birthday with a cake referencing the newly-passed death penalty for Palestinian detainees.
Ukraine drone attack hits Russian Baltic port
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said attack was 'successful destruction' of the port, as Russia warns of oil price rises.
Are Somali pirates on a comeback in 2026?
Somali pirates peaked in 2010, vanished by 2013, and are back in 2026.
Israel issues new forced displacement orders in southern Lebanon
Warning covers more than 10 villages and towns, including several in Nabatieh district that lie north of Litani River.
Gretchen Walsh lowers own 100m butterfly world record for fourth time
Walsh won in 54.33 seconds at the Fort Lauderdale Open in Florida, where she set her previous world record of 54.60s.
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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
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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
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