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UK steps up action against Israel over Gaza offensive
Foreign Secretary David Lammy summons the Israeli ambassador and suspends talks on a trade deal.Tue, 20 May 2025 23:58:59 GMT
British surgeon's 'high anxiety' operating in Gaza
Dr Rose has been describing life at Nassar Hospital in Gazan city of Khan Younis.Tue, 20 May 2025 17:12:10 GMT
Police investigation into UK retail hacks focuses on English-speaking youths
The National Crime Agency tells the BBC how it is trying to find the culprits of the M&S and Co-op hacks.Tue, 20 May 2025 23:49:56 GMT
Doubts over whether Brits can use EU e-gates this summer
It is unclear whether UK travellers can avoid long queues this summer and use e-gates at European airports.Tue, 20 May 2025 17:01:47 GMT
World-first gonorrhoea vaccine launched by NHS England as infections soar
The treatment will be offered to those most at risk from August after a record number of cases.Wed, 21 May 2025 00:13:10 GMT
Exotic dancer 'The Punisher' tells court how he discovered Diddy's identity
Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex-trafficking trial heard testimony from the mother of Cassie Ventura as well as a male exotic dancer.Tue, 20 May 2025 21:54:49 GMT
Cheers star George Wendt dies at 76
He was best known for playing Norm Peterson in the popular comedy series Cheers from 1982 to 1993. Tue, 20 May 2025 23:11:54 GMT
Trump unveils plans for 'Golden Dome' defence system
An initial sum of $25bn (£18.7bn) has been earmarked in a new budget bill, although the final cost is expected to be much higher.Tue, 20 May 2025 20:40:19 GMT
Watch: Fatal storms strike the south of France
At least three people have died in the flooding which swept across southern France.Tue, 20 May 2025 19:14:34 GMT
Millions of consumers could get £70 after Mastercard ruling
It is not necessary to have held a Mastercard to make a claim following a tribunal ruling.Tue, 20 May 2025 20:41:58 GMT
Labour postpones women's conference after Supreme Court ruling
The decision has been condemned by trans rights advocates and by gender critical activists.Tue, 20 May 2025 21:19:29 GMT
Lorraine's ITV show cut to 30 minutes as job cuts loom
The daytime show will be cut by half an hour as Tue, 20 May 2025 16:14:26 GMT
UN says no aid yet distributed in Gaza as international pressure on Israel mounts
Israel agreed on Sunday to allow a "basic amount of food" to enter Gaza, where global experts have warned of a looming famine.Tue, 20 May 2025 19:11:54 GMT
UK sanctions 'godmother' of Israel's settler movement Daniella Weiss
The foreign secretary said the move "demonstrates our determination to hold extremist settlers to account".Tue, 20 May 2025 16:00:36 GMT
Paul Adams: Starmer and Lammy sound genuinely angry at Israel
The PM sounded genuinely angry at Israel's aid blockade and expanded Gaza offensive, writes diplomatic correspondent Paul Adams.Tue, 20 May 2025 20:03:27 GMT
BBC Verify examines Israeli strikes as minimal aid enters Gaza
Israel says its reopened access for a limited number of aid trucks into Gaza, after blocking supplies from entering the territory for the last 11 weeks. BBC Verify has been looking into the latest strikes and aid situation in Gaza. Tue, 20 May 2025 17:25:29 GMT
An island called Hope is standing up to Beijing in the South China Sea
Pagasa is barely big enough for a plane to land, but it stands tall against an armada of Chinese ships.Tue, 20 May 2025 21:03:39 GMT
The Papers: 'This must end now' and 'Rayner's secret plan'
Foreign Secretary David Lammy's rare condemnation of Israel's bombing of Gaza dominates Tuesday's papers.Wed, 21 May 2025 00:30:01 GMT
Nicotine pouches helped me quit vaping – but now I'm addicted
Teenagers say it is easy to get hold of the products, which experts warn can be highly addictive.Tue, 20 May 2025 22:00:03 GMT
Watch: 'You don't do that to someone you love' - doorbell camera captures domestic abuse
Hayley, a domestic abuse survivor, details years of violence and control.Tue, 20 May 2025 16:01:35 GMT
What does the UK-EU deal mean for holidays and jobs? Your questions answered
We have been answering questions on the trade deal submitted via Your Voice, Your BBC News.Tue, 20 May 2025 14:43:20 GMT
The football fans taking great lengths to reach Bilbao for Europa League final
Up to 80,000 Manchester United and Tottenham fans are expected to descend on Bilbao, a city with a population of around 350,000, for Wednesday's Europa League final.Tue, 20 May 2025 12:17:54 GMT
Biden's cancer diagnosis raises fresh questions about his health in White House
The news that he has "aggressive" prostate cancer has some medics asking why it was not detected sooner.Tue, 20 May 2025 21:58:47 GMT
Spain orders Airbnb to take down 66,000 listings as mass tourism backlash returns
The Spanish government calls for the removal of almost 66,000 property listings saying they breach tourism rules.Tue, 20 May 2025 15:22:31 GMT
'We are dying at pace' - infected blood victims still waiting for compensation
Diana Johnson MP, who has campaigned with victims, tells BBC slow progress is "disappointing". Tue, 20 May 2025 18:00:34 GMT
Rubio warns Syria could be weeks away from 'full-scale civil war'
The US secretary of state calls for Syria's transitional authorities to be supported to prevent their "potential collapse".Tue, 20 May 2025 20:26:35 GMT
Girl, 11, who drowned at water park unlawfully killed, inquest rules
Kyra Hill, 11, drowned during a birthday party at the park near Windsor in August 2022.Tue, 20 May 2025 15:24:05 GMT
Ryanair tells flight attendants in Spain to repay salary rises after union wins court case
The Irish airline is pursuing members of a Spanish union to hand back up to €3,000 following a ruling.Tue, 20 May 2025 14:56:54 GMT
Elon Musk plans to cut back political spending
Asked if he had any regrets about his political activities, Musk said: "I did what needed to be done."Tue, 20 May 2025 17:38:11 GMT
Wife of Tory councillor loses appeal against jail sentence for racist Southport post
Lucy Connolly called for migrant hotels to be "set on fire" on the day of the Southport attacks.Tue, 20 May 2025 16:10:51 GMT
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Are Israel’s Allies Turning Against Them?
UK suspends Israel trade talks and summons ambassador over “intolerable” Gaza offensiveTue, 20 May 2025 17:07:00 GMT
We speak to CNN's Jake Tapper on the “cover-up” behind Joe Biden’s decline
New claims of who was involved at the White House, and when it startedSun, 18 May 2025 06:02:00 GMT
Statue, Pep's tears & a missed sitter - De Bruyne's emotional farewell
Kevin de Bruyne bid an emotional send-off from Etihad Stadium for the final time on Tuesday night - and the moment even brought Pep Guardiola to tears.Tue, 20 May 2025 22:42:56 GMT
Reduce squad size or I'll quit - Guardiola
Pep Guardiola has said he will quit as Manchester City manager unless he is given a smaller squad next season.Tue, 20 May 2025 23:23:00 GMT
Djokovic 'couldn't get more' out of Murray partnership
Novak Djokovic says he "couldn't get more" out of his partnership with Andy Murray but is in no rush to find a new coach as the French Open approaches.Tue, 20 May 2025 17:31:10 GMT
'I'm not a clown' - Postecoglou defends record in gripping media conference
An emotional Ange Postecoglou angrily refuted suggestion he is a "clown" in a combative news conference on the eve of Tottenham's Europa League final against Manchester United.Tue, 20 May 2025 17:01:32 GMT
Who has made Troy's Premier League team of the week?
After every round of Premier League matches this season, Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices?Tue, 20 May 2025 22:31:17 GMT
Everton condemn online abuse of Calvert-Lewin's wife
Everton condemn the "threatening, racist, and misogynistic" abuse aimed towards the wife of Dominic Calvert-Lewin.Tue, 20 May 2025 16:34:51 GMT
UK steps up action against Israel over Gaza offensive
Foreign Secretary David Lammy summons the Israeli ambassador and suspends talks on a trade deal.Tue, 20 May 2025 23:58:59 GMT
Police investigation into UK retail hacks focuses on English-speaking youths
The National Crime Agency tells the BBC how it is trying to find the culprits of the M&S and Co-op hacks.Tue, 20 May 2025 23:49:56 GMT
World-first gonorrhoea vaccine launched by NHS England as infections soar
The treatment will be offered to those most at risk from August after a record number of cases.Wed, 21 May 2025 00:13:10 GMT
Gulf pact next after EU trade deal, says Reeves
New trade agreements will boost economic growth, says chancellor, as she sets sights on Middle East.Tue, 20 May 2025 11:17:10 GMT
Second man charged over fires at homes linked to PM
Stanislav Carpiuc, 26, has been charged with conspiracy to commit arson with intent to endanger life, police say.Tue, 20 May 2025 14:56:28 GMT
Girl unlawfully killed at water park, coroner says
Kyra Hill, 11, drowned during a birthday party at the park near Windsor in August 2022.Tue, 20 May 2025 15:24:05 GMT
Teenagers admit torturing and killing kittens
A boy, 17, and girl, 16, plead guilty to killing the animals found in a field on 3 May.Tue, 20 May 2025 18:43:11 GMT
Liberty Steel plants in Rotherham and Sheffield under threat
A court will decide whether the firm should be wound up on WednesdayTue, 20 May 2025 18:15:17 GMT
Factory unit almost destroyed as fire takes hold
People are urged to keep their windows closed after a fire breaks out in a three-storey building.Tue, 20 May 2025 19:29:19 GMT
Woman jailed for taking fraudulent citizen tests
Josephine Maurice took citizenships tests at various centres while disguised as both men and women.Tue, 20 May 2025 17:19:19 GMT
Nicotine pouches helped me quit vaping – but now I'm addicted
Teenagers say it is easy to get hold of the products, which experts warn can be highly addictive.Tue, 20 May 2025 22:00:03 GMT
Doubts over whether Brits can use EU e-gates this summer
It is unclear whether UK travellers can avoid long queues this summer and use e-gates at European airports.Tue, 20 May 2025 17:01:47 GMT
Millions of consumers could get £70 after Mastercard ruling
It is not necessary to have held a Mastercard to make a claim following a tribunal ruling.Tue, 20 May 2025 20:41:58 GMT
Lorraine's ITV show cut to 30 minutes as job cuts loom
The daytime show will be cut by half an hour as Tue, 20 May 2025 16:14:26 GMT
Ministers consider easing winter fuel payment cuts
Options under discussion include changing eligibility, or restoring the payments to all pensioners.Tue, 20 May 2025 13:56:59 GMT
Supplier to major supermarkets hit by cyber attack
Logistics firm Peter Green Chilled supplies major supermarkets, but it is relatively small compared to its rivals.Tue, 20 May 2025 11:08:05 GMT
Man who helped smuggle more than 3,000 people into Europe jailed for 25 years
Ahmed Ebid is believed to be the first person from the UK convicted of organising boat crossings across the Mediterranean.Tue, 20 May 2025 15:01:03 GMT
Family criticises law change on paedophiles' parental rights
Those convicted of child sexual offences may not be banned from contact with their own offspring.Tue, 20 May 2025 18:27:03 GMT
Woman jailed for race hate post on X loses appeal
Lucy Connolly called for migrant hotels to be "set on fire" on the day of the Southport attacks.Tue, 20 May 2025 16:10:51 GMT
Post Office data breach victims to get compensation
Hundreds of sub-postmasters had their names and addresses accidentally published online last year.Mon, 19 May 2025 23:00:04 GMT
Tommy Robinson to be released from prison early
Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, also known as Tommy Robinson, has his sentence reduced by four months.Tue, 20 May 2025 11:01:16 GMT
Young prisoner's death could have been prevented, sheriff rules
Seven recommendations have been made by a sheriff after an FAI into the death of 20-year-old Jack McKenzie in Polmont. Tue, 20 May 2025 10:26:21 GMT
Residents plagued by 'a million bees' in their road
People, pets and tradespeople are stung as the problem is traced back to beehives at one property.Tue, 20 May 2025 05:16:29 GMT
British man claims record-breaking fastest run across Australia
William Goodge ran from Perth to Sydney in 35 days, running the equivalent of 2.5 marathons each day.Tue, 20 May 2025 07:43:17 GMT
Leicester charged with new financial rules breach
Leicester City are referred to an independent commission by the Premier League for an alleged breach of English Football League financial rules during the 2023-24 Championship season.Tue, 20 May 2025 09:50:06 GMT
British surgeon's 'high anxiety' operating in Gaza
Dr Rose has been describing life at Nassar Hospital in Gazan city of Khan Younis.Tue, 20 May 2025 17:12:10 GMT
Watch: How Gary Lineker's long BBC career came to an abrupt end
The Match of the Day host will leave the corporation after presenting his final episode on Sunday.Mon, 19 May 2025 15:56:49 GMT
Sir Elton John 'very angry' over AI plans
The singer-songwriter has been speaking exclusively to the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg.Sun, 18 May 2025 09:53:19 GMT
Ex-rugby star says it's a 'privilege' to become doctor
Jamie Roberts says he is "excited" to become a doctor in hospitals across south Wales.Sat, 17 May 2025 06:18:05 GMT
The Papers: 'This must end now' and 'Rayner's secret plan'
Foreign Secretary David Lammy's rare condemnation of Israel's bombing of Gaza dominates Tuesday's papers.Wed, 21 May 2025 00:30:01 GMT
Paul Adams: Starmer and Lammy sound genuinely angry at Israel
The PM sounded genuinely angry at Israel's aid blockade and expanded Gaza offensive, writes diplomatic correspondent Paul Adams.Tue, 20 May 2025 20:03:27 GMT
Coach trips and 33-hour ferries as fans flock to Bilbao
Up to 80,000 Manchester United and Tottenham fans are expected to descend on Bilbao, a city with a population of around 350,000, for Wednesday's Europa League final.Tue, 20 May 2025 12:17:54 GMT
What does the UK-EU deal mean for holidays and jobs? Your questions answered
We have been answering questions on the trade deal submitted via Your Voice, Your BBC News.Tue, 20 May 2025 14:43:20 GMT
Bicester firefighter's bravery shone through - family
Firefighters Jennie Logan and Martyn Sadler, along with father Dave Chester, died in the fire.Tue, 20 May 2025 15:37:02 GMT
Experts propose new Scottish climate change targets
Ministers are expected to adopt the recommendations after abandoning repeatedly-missed targets last year.Tue, 20 May 2025 21:54:36 GMT
O'Neill and Foster to appear before Covid Inquiry
The sitting in London will concentrate on Stormont's approach to testing, tracing and isolation.Tue, 20 May 2025 23:05:15 GMT
Wales 'vulnerable to environmental damage' due to cuts
Natural Resources Wales said it has gone through a "significant period of change and challenge".Tue, 20 May 2025 21:58:52 GMT
Girl who drowned at water park unlawfully killed, coroner says
Kyra Hill, 11, drowned during a birthday party at the park near Windsor in August 2022.Tue, 20 May 2025 15:24:05 GMT
UN says no aid yet distributed in Gaza as international pressure on Israel mounts
Israel agreed on Sunday to allow a "basic amount of food" to enter Gaza, where global experts have warned of a looming famine.Tue, 20 May 2025 19:11:54 GMT
Trump unveils plans for 'Golden Dome' defence system
An initial sum of $25bn (£18.7bn) has been earmarked in a new budget bill, although the final cost is expected to be much higher.Tue, 20 May 2025 20:40:19 GMT
Zelensky accuses Russia of 'buying time' to stall truce talks
It follows Donald Trump saying Russia and Ukraine will "immediately" start negotiating, after a two-hour phone call with Vladimir Putin.Tue, 20 May 2025 12:51:03 GMT
US has deported Asian migrants to South Sudan, lawyers tell court
Lawyers for a Burmese man said their client speaks limited English and had refused to sign a notice of removal.Tue, 20 May 2025 23:34:56 GMT
Rubio warns Syria could be weeks away from 'full-scale civil war'
The US secretary of state calls for Syria's transitional authorities to be supported to prevent their "potential collapse".Tue, 20 May 2025 20:26:35 GMT
Spain clamps down on Airbnb as tourism backlash returns for summer
The Spanish government calls for the removal of almost 66,000 property listings saying they breach tourism rules.Tue, 20 May 2025 15:22:31 GMT
India's Banu Mushtaq scripts history with International Booker win
Mushtaq won the prize for the short story collection Heart Lamp, translated into English by Deepa Bhasthi.Tue, 20 May 2025 21:31:34 GMT
Cheers star George Wendt dies at 76
He was best known for playing Norm Peterson in the popular comedy series Cheers from 1982 to 1993. Tue, 20 May 2025 23:11:54 GMT
Italy's Meloni ready to help if Vatican agrees to Trump's war mediation plan
For now the Holy See says the idea of even hosting talks is more a hope than a concrete plan.Tue, 20 May 2025 18:13:19 GMT
EU plans €2 fee on small parcels in hit to Shein and Temu
The tax will affect billions of packages sent to people's homes which mainly come from China at the moment.Tue, 20 May 2025 18:32:35 GMT
Exotic dancer 'The Punisher' tells court how he discovered Diddy's identity
Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex-trafficking trial heard testimony from the mother of Cassie Ventura as well as a male exotic dancer.Tue, 20 May 2025 21:54:49 GMT
UK sanctions 'godmother' of Israel's settler movement Daniella Weiss
The foreign secretary said the move "demonstrates our determination to hold extremist settlers to account".Tue, 20 May 2025 16:00:36 GMT
French paedophile surgeon says he is 'responsible' for deaths of two victims
Joel Le Scouarnec, who has been on trial since February, has admitted to sexually abusing hundreds of patients.Tue, 20 May 2025 18:08:42 GMT
Three killed after floods ravage French Riviera region
One couple died after being trapped by rising waters in a resort town; a third victim died in their car.Tue, 20 May 2025 16:21:36 GMT
Biden's cancer diagnosis raises fresh questions about his health in White House
The news that he has "aggressive" prostate cancer has some medics asking why it was not detected sooner.Tue, 20 May 2025 21:58:47 GMT
Sudan rebels entirely pushed out of Khartoum state, army says
It is the latest sign of victory from the military who have made gains against the RSF since March.Tue, 20 May 2025 18:50:56 GMT
French police launch prison hunt for mini Chinese-made phones
The phones, no bigger than a cigarette-lighter, were being used to mastermind crimes from inside jail.Tue, 20 May 2025 12:55:27 GMT
Iran's Khamenei doubts US nuclear talks will lead to agreement
"We don't think it will lead to any outcome," the supreme leader warns, saying the US is making "outrageous" demands on uranium enrichment.Tue, 20 May 2025 12:13:41 GMT
Seven Mexican youths shot dead at church festivity
The young men were shot dead in Guanajuato, a state where rival cartels are vying for territory.Tue, 20 May 2025 11:05:38 GMT
India's 'Silicon Valley' flooded after heavy rains
Three people have been killed in Bengaluru after the city received heavy rainfall from Sunday night.Tue, 20 May 2025 10:25:25 GMT
Vietnamese beauty queen arrested for fraud over fibre gummies
The former Miss Grand International winner had heavily touted the gummies on social media.Tue, 20 May 2025 05:00:19 GMT
At least 38 killed by Israeli strikes in Gaza in half-hour period, medics say
Fighter jets hit sites including a school in Gaza City, the Hamas-run civil defence agency says. Tue, 20 May 2025 08:04:36 GMT
Jurassic snark: New Zealand dinosaur sculpture fuels debate
The seven-metre tall sauropod sculpture - named Boom Boom - has divided local opinion.Tue, 20 May 2025 07:45:40 GMT
Cancer touches us all, says Biden after outpouring of support
The former US president has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has spread to his bones, his office says.Tue, 20 May 2025 00:06:52 GMT
Titan of Russian ballet Yuri Grigorovich dies at 98
Acclaimed Russian ballet choreographer, Yuri Grigorovich, received top Soviet and Russian honours.Tue, 20 May 2025 09:45:02 GMT
Diddy smashed on Cassie Ventura's door with hammer, trial told
Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex trafficking trial heard more allegations of violence against his former girlfriend.Mon, 19 May 2025 22:07:59 GMT
Paul Adams: Starmer and Lammy sound genuinely angry at Israel
The PM sounded genuinely angry at Israel's aid blockade and expanded Gaza offensive, writes diplomatic correspondent Paul Adams.Tue, 20 May 2025 20:03:27 GMT
Jeremy Bowen: Goodwill running out as UK, France and Canada demand Israel end Gaza offensive
France, the UK and Canada are among nations that have sharpened their criticism of Israel's ground offensive.Tue, 20 May 2025 06:03:52 GMT
Is China the winner in the India-Pakistan conflict?
Pakistan's Chinese-made fighter jets were battle tested for the first time during hostilities with India.Mon, 19 May 2025 21:58:05 GMT
Huge challenges await new president of divided Romania
"Fear managed to defeat fury" is how one analyst interpreted liberal Nicusor Dan beating hard-right George Simion to the presidency. Mon, 19 May 2025 18:48:31 GMT
Who are the winners and losers from the UK-EU agreement?
A deal between the UK and European Union (EU) has been agreed at a post-Brexit leaders summit in London.Mon, 19 May 2025 17:55:32 GMT
Solving the mystery of a dinosaur mass grave at the 'River of Death'
A group of researchers have come to Pipestone Creek in Canada to figure out why thousands of dinosaurs are buried here.Mon, 19 May 2025 05:06:24 GMT
BBC uncovers child sex abuse in South Africa's illegal mines
An investigation into the illicit mining sector reveals a world of child exploitation.Mon, 19 May 2025 06:37:05 GMT
Will Romania vote take country away from European mainstream?
Voters are choosing between hard-right Euro-sceptic George Simion and liberal mayor Nicusor Dan in a presidential run-off.Sun, 18 May 2025 06:48:40 GMT
'You start to go crazy': The Australian who survived five years in a Chinese prison
Matthew Radalj tells the BBC of his time in a Beijing prison, revealing what goes on behind bars.Sat, 17 May 2025 23:16:56 GMT
Relief in Kashmir - but BBC hears from families on both sides mourning the dead
The BBC visits families in Kashmir devastated by the deadliest clashes in years, and speaks to military insiders.Sun, 18 May 2025 00:08:56 GMT
British surgeon's 'high anxiety' operating in Gaza
Dr Rose has been describing life at Nassar Hospital in Gazan city of Khan Younis.Tue, 20 May 2025 17:12:10 GMT
Gazan babies will die without aid - UN humanitarian chief
About 14,000 babies will die in 48 hours if aid does not reach them, a UN humanitarian chief warns.Tue, 20 May 2025 09:09:06 GMT
Watch: Fatal storms flood the south of France
At least three people have died in the flooding which swept across southern France.Tue, 20 May 2025 19:14:34 GMT
Watch: Cat caught smuggling drugs into Costa Rica prison
The feline was found carrying 235.65g of marijuana and 67.76g of heroin, authorities say.Mon, 19 May 2025 09:33:19 GMT
'A pain I can't describe': Tornadoes sweep multiple US states
Dozens of people have died in parts of the United States after tornadoes caused catastrophic damage across the weekend. Mon, 19 May 2025 08:52:59 GMT