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Captain Tom's family repeatedly made money from charity, inquiry finds
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 01:08:59 GMT

The fundraiser's family damaged public trust by not donating any money from his books, a report finds.

Ukraine fires UK-supplied Storm Shadow missiles at Russia for first time
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 19:59:30 GMT

The BBC understands the long-range missiles have been fired into Russian territory by Ukraine.

Russia and US battle for advantage in Ukraine war ahead of Trump's return
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 20:41:44 GMT

Moscow appears to be maximising its gains while Joe Biden abandons long-held red lines at the end of his presidency.

'Seeing my son excluded from primary school was horrific'
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 00:10:39 GMT

Mum Jo says Jacob is very caring but sensory issues led to him being excluded for disruptive behaviour.

Al Fayed abuse could be on scale of Savile, survivors’ advocate tells BBC
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 13:01:01 GMT

Speaking about her new role, Dame Jasvinder Sanghera says Al Fayed's "tentacles went far and wide".

Man who called 911 for help with intruder shot dead by US police
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 00:46:10 GMT

Brandon Durham was tussling with a female intruder over a knife when an officer shot him multiple times.

Top footballer took thousands of pounds, claim teammates and parents
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 17:12:04 GMT

Natasha Harding, now Allen-Wyatt, is accused of taking money for coaching that she did not deliver.

Cheryl and One Direction stars mourn Liam Payne at funeral
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 14:13:35 GMT

The band's members including Harry Styles join family and friends to remember the late star.

The model, British tech and Russia's war machine
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 22:36:05 GMT

£1.6m of British kit shipped to companies tied to Russian military despite sanctions, customs documents claim.

MPs raise questions about Rachel Reeves's CV
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 18:55:52 GMT

Claims the chancellor embellished her work achievements were seized on by Tory and Reform MPs at PMQs.

£500m defence cuts as ships, drones and helicopters scrapped
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 16:07:10 GMT

Critics said the move would leave UK defence weaker, at a time of growing international tensions and after over a decade of funding pressures on the armed forces.

Thames Water bonus should not be paid by customers, regulator to say
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 18:00:30 GMT

The regulator uses new powers to prevent bonuses being funded from customer bills.

Chappell Roan and Ezra Collective on BBC Sound of 2025 list
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 23:59:47 GMT

The list has a track record of picking music's next big things, from Adele to The Last Dinner Party.

The Papers: 'Farewell Liam' and 'UK defies Putin'
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 00:38:09 GMT

Thursday's papers are led by Liam Payne's funeral and Ukraine firing UK-supplied missiles into Russia.

Starmer will struggle to keep his ‘smash the gangs’ promise - as I saw firsthand
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 13:23:21 GMT

Keir Starmer says it is his personal mission to defeat the people-smuggling gangs

Are celebrities workers? South Korea says no
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 21:56:43 GMT

In a high-profile dispute involving a K-pop band, the South Korean government has made its decision.

What are the Storm Shadow missiles Ukraine has fired into Russia?
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 17:58:14 GMT

Ukraine has used UK-supplied Storm Shadow missiles against targets inside Russia for the first time.

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Is nuclear power gaining new energy?
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 00:03:04 GMT

Countries around the world are building new nuclear power stations.

Rust premieres at low-key film festival three years after shooting
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 19:23:43 GMT

The movie’s star Alec Baldwin was not invited and did not attend the screening.

Fate of Gaetz ethics report uncertain after congressional panel deadlocked
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 23:23:41 GMT

President-elect Donald Trump's pick for the next attorney general is at the centre of a number of allegations, which he denies.

Longest-serving MPs unite to oppose assisted dying
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 21:59:44 GMT

Labour's Diane Abbott and Conservative Sir Edward Leigh say they fear the bill will put the vulnerable at risk.

Fresh weather warnings as UK hit by cold snap
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 15:48:33 GMT

Fresh warnings of snow and ice announced for parts of the UK going into Thursday and the weekend.

Man who drugged wife in French mass rape case told: You'll die alone
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 19:56:07 GMT

Tensions burst into the open in court when Dominique Pelicot is accused by his daughter of lying.

Watch: The TikTokers filming destroyed homes in Beirut
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 17:28:30 GMT

In Beirut, two TikTokers are filming the damage caused by Israeli air strikes for families who have fled.

How serious are Putin's nuclear threats?
Tue, 19 Nov 2024 00:01:00 GMT

Three Ukrainians on how their lives have changed and their hopes for peace

UK Storm Shadow missiles strike Russia
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 18:06:00 GMT

And is President Biden Trump-proofing US support to Ukraine?

Five talking points as Premier League returns
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 14:01:04 GMT

BBC Sport looks at five talking points from the Premier League as the international break ends.

Bentancur, Son & the rise of racism against South East Asians in football
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 13:38:49 GMT

BBC Sport looks at the rise in racism towards East and South East Asian players and fans in football.

Smith's game IQ increasing all the time - Strawbridge
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 22:21:28 GMT

Fly-half Marcus Smith is getting "better and better" at having a deeper understanding of Test rugby, says England assistant coach Andrew Strawbridge.

What is it really like to play under 'genius' Guardiola?
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 09:07:51 GMT

What is it like to play for a notoriously demanding coach? Players from Manchester City, Bayern Munich and Barcelona reflect on working under Pep Guardiola.

Why retiring Nadal means 'everything' to Spain
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 10:41:41 GMT

Rafael Nadal retires from professional tennis after a 23-year career like no other. On a night of gratitude and grief, Spain led the world in saying "Gracias Rafa".

Gatland has desire to remain Wales coach
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 18:01:45 GMT

Warren Gatland says he has a strong desire to remain as Wales head coach as he prepares to face world champions South Africa on Saturday.

Sara Sharif begged parents’ forgiveness, jury told
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 17:20:43 GMT

Sara Sharif’s father Urfan Sharif, stepmum Beinash Batool and uncle, Faisal Malik deny all charges.

GAA reconsiders extra Casement funds as costs fall
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 16:07:13 GMT

The GAA say additional funds will be reliant on seeing "the colour of the money from the Treasury".

Three arrested in Glasgow bus station evacuation
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 21:59:33 GMT

The bomb squad was called out after reports of a suspicious package at Scotland's busiest bus station.

'Black-market obesity drug made me think I'd die'
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 23:00:05 GMT

Paige Roberts was left needing hospital treatment after injections made her vomit for 48 hours.