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'This is so hard': The Chinese small businesses brought to a standstill by Trump's tariffs
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:00:10 GMT

Stock is piling up in warehouses as exporters grapple with new levies that total up to 145%, reports the BBC's China correspondent Laura Bicker.

Ancient oak tree cut down by Toby Carvery
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:21:27 GMT

The felling of a much-loved and centuries-old north London oak tree was initially reported to police.

The perils of Trump's chips strategy: the US will struggle to take on Asia
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 23:39:32 GMT

America is trying to create a chip industry through isolation and protectionism, when what allowed it to emerge in Asia is the opposite: collaboration

Bin strike waste will be cleared by weekend, Birmingham Council says
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 15:47:33 GMT

Bin workers remain in a stand-off with the council after an all-out strike started on 11 March.

Disposable vape use falling in UK ahead of ban
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 23:40:50 GMT

The number of people vaping in the UK has stalled, while disposable vape usage has fallen, a study suggests.

Trump threatens Harvard's tax-exempt status after freezing $2bn funding
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 20:52:10 GMT

Universities, as well as many charities and religious groups, are exempted from paying federal income taxes.

Nvidia expects $5.5bn hit as US tightens chip export rules to China
Wed, 16 Apr 2025 00:40:39 GMT

The chip manufacturing giant, which has been at the heart of the AI boom, will require licences to export its H20 AI chip to China.

UK's rarest wildlife being 'pushed to extinction' by grass fires
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 21:47:40 GMT

Wildfires could spell the end for rare species like water voles and hen harriers, conservationists warn.

Civil case against Andrew Tate could be legal first, barrister says
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 20:30:03 GMT

Four women have accused the influencer of rape, assault and coercive control, which he denies.

Hamas rejects Israeli ceasefire disarmament proposal, Palestinian official says
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 18:16:48 GMT

The plan also gives no commitment to end the war in return for hostages, a Palestinian official says.

UK tennis star Dart apologises for asking French opponent to 'put on deodorant' during defeat
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 21:09:32 GMT

British number four Harriet Dart apologises after asking the umpire to tell her opponent to put on deodorant during her first-round loss at the Rouen Open.

My unique friendship with the last person who held my baby
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 21:52:01 GMT

Rhian and Andrea have been friends for 13 years after meeting in the most tragic of circumstances.

'Bin strike blues' and China 'access to NHS' data
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 23:09:45 GMT

A range of stories on the front of Wednesday's papers including the latest on bin strikes in Birmingham.

Faisal Islam: A UK-US deal sounds good but it is all about the detail
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 12:54:48 GMT

British exports have been hit with tariffs by US despite having no trade deficit, but the UK may have some leverage.

Rare footage from Sudanese city under siege
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 14:45:38 GMT

El-Fasher residents Mostafa, Hafiza and Manahel film as their home city comes under fire in Sudan's civil war.

The stars who turned their backs on Hollywood (and some who returned)
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 11:39:26 GMT

As Cate Blanchett considers giving up acting, we take a look at other stars who quit the profession.

The Lady: The decline and fall of the bible of female gentility
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 12:37:36 GMT

The magazine, seen on news stands since 1885, has formally announced it will cease publication.

Fifteen years after a volcano shut European airspace, could it happen again?
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 07:55:08 GMT

Could volcanic ash close down airspace across the UK and Europe bringing the widespread disruption we experienced in 2010.

Pope puts 'God's architect' Antoni Gaudí on path to sainthood
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 21:30:49 GMT

The Spanish architect was a devout Catholic and is best known for Barcelona's Sagrada Familia basilica.

Low-deposit mortgage deals highest for 17 years in boost for first-time buyers
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 18:45:01 GMT

Choice of home loans requiring small deposits of 5% or 10% reaches levels last seen in the 2008 financial crisis.

'Despair for Emery, but Villa showed they belong'
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 23:03:22 GMT

Aston Villa fell short against PSG - but Unai Emery's side showed they now belong in this elite company, writes Phil McNulty.

Rodent nests found near house where Gene Hackman's wife died of hantavirus
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 13:58:04 GMT

The Oscar-winning actor's wife Betsy Arakawa died from a respiratory illness linked to infected rodents.

Teachers in England move a step closer to striking
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 14:08:12 GMT

Union members will vote on whether or not to strike if the government stands by its pay offer.

Constance Marten's baby exposed to 'substantial' cold, jury hears
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 14:16:51 GMT

Marten and the baby's father, Mark Gordon, are in the middle of a retrial at the Old Bailey in London.

Murder arrest over fatal house explosion
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 18:17:28 GMT

Police confirm a man has been arrested and bailed following the explosion in John Street, Worksop.

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Trump's Tariffs... Chaos or a cunning plan?
Thu, 10 Apr 2025 15:40:00 GMT

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Could Zuckerberg Be Forced To Sell Instagram?
Mon, 14 Apr 2025 18:55:00 GMT

A landmark legal case begins against social media giant Meta.

A psychological thriller directed by Christopher Nolan
Mon, 24 Mar 2025 00:36:16 GMT

A magician tries to uncover the secret of how his rival performs the ultimate trick.

'Despair for Emery, but Villa showed they belong'
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 23:03:22 GMT

Aston Villa fell short against PSG - but Unai Emery's side showed they now belong in this elite company, writes Phil McNulty.

Dart apologises for asking Boisson to 'put on deodorant'
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 21:09:32 GMT

British number four Harriet Dart apologises after asking the umpire to tell her opponent to put on deodorant during her first-round loss at the Rouen Open.

Why Amorim's next move on Onana is a big call
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 18:09:18 GMT

Ruben Amorim will either recall or drop goalkeeper Andre Onana for Man Utd's Europa League quarter-final second leg against Lyon - and it's a big call for several reasons.

Guirassy's rise from journeyman to Champions League 'goal machine'
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 22:36:39 GMT

From injury-hit journeyman to Champions League goal machine - BBC Sport charts the rise of Borussia Dortmund striker Serhou Guirassy.

'Don't give up' - why Peaty was convinced to go again
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 19:29:03 GMT

Two-time Olympic breaststroke champion Adam Peaty says he is motivated to continue in the sport to the next Olympics by the message it sends to his son.

'He was on fire' - so was Emery wrong to replace Rashford?
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 23:42:43 GMT

Marcus Rashford produces arguably his best display as Aston Villa come close to completing a stunning comeback against Paris St-Germain.

Game on! It's time to play Champions League Squares
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 21:45:31 GMT

Welcome to Uefa Champions League Squares - the new BBC Sport game which you can play alongside the live match action.