2025 was a crazy year in politics. But 2026 could be wild
Reform’s rise, Labour’s woes and Trump’s presence have changed our politics. What will the next 12 months bring?
All police forces to get specialist sexual offence teams, Mahmood pledges
It is part of a long-delayed plan aimed at halving violence against women and girls within a decade.
Binge-watching 2025's Christmas films: The good, the bad and the so-bad-it's-good
Kiefer Sutherland, Michelle Pfeiffer and Kate Winslet all star in new festive films this Christmas.
King 'deeply touched' by reaction to cancer TV message, says Palace
In a TV broadcast on Friday night, the King said an early diagnosis was key to the "good news" that his treatment is being scaled back.
Israel targets senior Hamas official in deadly Gaza strike
The strike killed Raed Saad, a senior commander in Hamas' Qassam Brigades, the Israeli military said.
'A nightmare' - The battle over Warner Bros is turning Hollywood upside down
Interviews with dozens of actors, producers and camera crews reveal an industry attempting to weigh the lesser of two horrible choices.
We asked Mormons what they really think about The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives
Those in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Britain tell BBC News about their lives, after the Disney+ show was laced with scandal.
First it was K-pop, now it's K-food. Here's how to bring Korean cooking into your kitchen
Why jars of kimchi and bottles of gochujang are turning Korean food into a UK staple.
He created Grand Theft Auto. Now he's back with a novel about an AI that hijacks your mind
A Better Paradise is a dystopian vision of the near future in which an AI-led computer game goes rogue.
Everyone is invited to be the fourth Haim sister
As they celebrate an historic Grammy nomination, Haim say everyone is welcome to join their band.
Supermarket skincare dupes could save you hundreds. But do budget beauty products work?
Budget-friendly alternatives to high-end products often have similar names and packaging, but the ingredients can vary significantly.
From bland to bold - how these women are ditching beige to spark joy
From kitsch mirrors to neon pink walls, a pop of colour could brighten up your winter.
He was an Uber driver in the US. Now he's scared of jihadists after deportation to Somalia
As some Somali migrants fear what might happen next, the BBC speaks to one deportee in Mogadishu.
Andrew will not face police action over bodyguard claim
The allegations, first reported in October, said he tried to obtain personal information about his accuser Virginia Giuffre through his police protection.
'Burnham coup plot' and UK faces 'tsunami of flu'
Claims of Labour Mayor Andy Burnham's "plot" to enter Commons and a spike of flu cases leads the Sunday papers.
Three Americans killed by IS gunman in Syria, US military says
Two US soldiers and a civilian interpreter were killed in the attack, according to the US Central Command.
Forecasters warn of floods as amber rain alert issued
The Met Office believes 50-70mm of rain could fall widely in the south west, rising to 110-130mm in the Galloway Hills.
Angry fans throw chairs and bottles at Messi event in India
The Inter Miami and Argentina forward is in India for a tour, taking in events in Kolkata, Hyderabad, Mumbai and Delhi.
Darts world champion says she 'blubbered like a child' after win
Deta Hedman is crowned world champion for the first time in a career spanning five decades.
How monogamous are humans? Scientists compile 'league table' of pairing up
When it comes to monogamy, humans more closely resemble meerkats and beavers than our primate cousins.
IVF podcasters 'thrilled' to win audio award
Becky and Ben Saer say they are thrilled with an APA award for their podcast on fertility treatment.
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Starmer Says a Doctor Strike Would be 'Reckless'
PM Keir Starmer says its "beyond belief" strikes could take place during flu outbreak.
Democrats release photos of Trump from Epstein estate
Republicans accuse Democrats of playing politics with release of Epstein photos
The story of Britain’s biggest mass poisoning
When tap water turns toxic in Cornwall, a public health disaster leads to accusations of a cover-up
Unseen film footage from the making of 'Do They Know It’s Christmas?'
Rare and unseen moments from the making of the hit single by charity supergroup Band Aid.
Goodbye - but only for now? Salah signs off as questions remain
Mohamed Salah's return to the Liverpool side shows boss Arne Slot is prepared to move on - but questions still remain.
Glasgow mount incredible comeback to stun Toulouse
A phenomenal second half delivers a landmark victory for Glasgow Warriors in the Champions Cup.
'Worst 48 hours' since I joined Chelsea - Maresca
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca says the past 48 hours are “the worst” since joining the club last summer.
Man arrested and match postponed as non-league manager injured
A man is arrested after Potters Bar Town manager Sammy Moore is left requiring medical treatment following an altercation that led to the postponement of their match at Welling United.
Lim, 71, becomes oldest winner at World Championship
Paul Lim becomes the oldest player to win a match at the PDC World Championship with a stunning victory over Jeffrey de Graaf.
Philippines says fishermen hurt, boat damaged in China coastguard skirmish
The Philippine coastguard claims the vessels it deployed to aid the injured fishermen were also repeatedly blocked.
Thailand launches new offensive as Cambodia halts all border crossings
A Royal Thai Navy spokesman says its military launched an operation to reclaim border 'territories' in Trat province.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,389
These are the key developments from day 1,389 of Russia's war on Ukraine.
Brown University reports two dead, nine injured in US school shooting
Multiple people have been reported injured in a shooting near the Ivy League campus in Providence, Rhode Island.
Alaves vs Real Madrid: La Liga – team news, start time, lineups
Real Madrid have only won two of their last eight matches piling pressure on their manager Xabi Alonso for Alaves trip.
Hungarian protesters demand PM Viktor Orban quits over child abuse scandals
Orban's government has been rocked by several child-abuse scandals in recent years.
UN chief condemns ‘horrific’ drone attack in Sudan as 6 peacekeepers killed
Bangladeshi peacekeepers were killed in the attack on Kadugli, which the Sudanese army has blamed on the RSF.
Could violence in the DRC become a regional conflict?
Rwandan-backed rebels seize city week after Trump oversees peace deal.
Salah assists Ekitike’s second as Liverpool beat Brighton in EPL
Mohamed Salah came off the bench to assist the second of Hugo Ekitike's double as Liverpool returned to winning ways.
Israel claims to have killed senior Hamas commander, Raed Saad, in Gaza
There was no immediate confirmation from Hamas or from medics that Saad was among the dead.
Belarus frees 123 prisoners including Ales Bialiatski as US lifts sanctions
Nobel Peace Prize winner among dozens released as United States removes potash sanctions.
RSF drone strike kills at least three in central Sudan, injures several
Paramilitary force intensifies offensive in Kordofan region after seizing control of Darfur in October.
Why the huge bidding war over Warner Bros?
The studio that helped build Hollywood is now in the middle of its very own drama.
Trump vows retaliation after ISIL attack in Syria kills three US citizens
US Central Command says lone gunman was 'engaged and killed' after launching attack in central Syria.
Messi’s tour of India begins with fans throwing bottles, stadium vandalised
Argentina football icon Lionel Messi is on a three-day GOAT tour of India before the 2026 defence of FIFA World Cup.
Messi backlash in India after fans pay up to $150 for 20-minute visit
Lionel Messi’s fans vented their anger over his brief appearance at a city stadium in Kolkata, India.
Thai-Cambodia fighting continues despite US ceasefire claim
Cross-border fighting between Thailand and Cambodia has shown no signs of easing.
It is not too late for the world to redeem itself on Gaza
And it can do so by saving its children.
Russian attacks cut power for thousands in Ukraine as peace talks press on
A ceasefire deal appears distant as energy facilities are hit in Ukraine; Russia says a drone kills two.
Trump strips legal protections from Ethiopian refugees in latest crackdown
US president orders 5,000 Ethiopians to leave in 60 days amid broader push to end protections for over one million.
Liverpool vs Brighton 2-0: Premier League – as it happened
All our updates, including Mohamed Salah latest and reaction, following our text commentary stream of the EPL game.
Residents emerge in DR Congo’s tense Uvira after M23 rebel takeover
Rubio says Rwanda's actions in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo are a "clear violation" of the peace deal
Inside the world of Catholic exorcisms in the Philippines
101 East investigates Catholic exorcisms in the Philippines and their impact on the faithful and the vulnerable.
Desperate children in Gaza try to keep floodwater out of tents
Video shows children in Gaza desperately trying to sweep floodwater away from their makeshift tents.
Virtual reality offers escape to Gaza children wounded in Israel’s war
VR headsets are offering injured, traumatised Palestinian children respite from hardships in war-torn Gaza.
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
China ratifies Commemoration Day of Taiwan's Restoration
Xi Jinping Thought on Culture ignites vibrant global revival of Chinese heritage and influence
Himalanyan fireworks show investigation report released, key officials held accountable
China announces export control measures on technologies related to rare earths
Certain forces hyping dropped China-related spy case aim to sow discord within Labour Party: expert
Gaza ceasefire talks underway amid high international attention
Typhoon Ragasa weakens after making landfall in Guangdong
Hong Kong chief executive delivers policy address, focuses on livelihood, economy
Xi to attend BRICS leaders virtual meeting
Japanese PM Ishiba announces resignation as LDP head
Multiple international guests hail V-Day parade as media outlets note message sent via event
CCG releases video of Manila's latest staged provocation at Ren'ai Jiao
Experiencing the future at 2025 WRC: How next-generation robots are reshaping our life?
Young people innovatively rebrand local community's ethnic uniqueness in Xinjiang
China's 'AI ambition' shines at WAIC; 'DeepSeek Moment' cycle significantly shortened: expert