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How a volatile 24 hours edged Iran and Israel to a ceasefire
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 17:57:35 GMT

From an attack on a US air base to a fragile ceasefire, this is how the Middle East conflict changed overnight.

UK to purchase nuclear-carrying fighter jets
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 21:43:55 GMT

Downing Street says the move is "the biggest strengthening of the UK's nuclear posture in a generation".

Keir Starmer vows to press on with welfare cuts as rebellion grows
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 17:13:56 GMT

More than 120 Labour MPs are backing plans to block cuts to disability and sickness-related benefits.

Russian naval ship 'disguised' itself while passing through English Channel
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 16:39:08 GMT

The Boikiy emitted a fake ID signal while sailing through the waterway alongside two sanctioned oil tankers.

This burger was made in a lab from cow cells… Should it really be served in restaurants?
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 23:02:55 GMT

Lab-grown beef, chicken and even quail are served in restaurants in some countries around the world - and now some cultivated meats could soon be sold in the UK too

Dog-sized dinosaur that ran around feet of giants discovered
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 23:14:05 GMT

The dinosaur was mislabelled and misunderstood - but scientists now realise how special it is.

Watch: How prosecutors went after Diddy in his sex trafficking trial
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 21:31:10 GMT

From a hotel video to baby oil – the BBC's Nada Tawfik breaks down the evidence and testimony heard on the stand so far.

Millions of children at risk as vaccine uptake stalls
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 23:09:02 GMT

A global study finds large numbers of children are unvaccinated against diseases like measles, tuberculosis and polio, which makes outbreaks more likely.

Post Office payout progress insufficient, MPs say
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 23:05:03 GMT

Many sub-postmasters are yet to receive "fair and timely" compensation over Horizon IT scandal, a report says.

Electric cars and heat pumps making progress, UK climate advisers say
Wed, 25 Jun 2025 01:34:45 GMT

But the Climate Change Committee warns there's still a long way to go for the UK to reach net zero by 2050.

UN condemns Gaza aid 'death trap' as dozens reported killed by Israeli fire
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 19:26:27 GMT

At least 46 people waiting for aid have been killed by Israeli fire in two incidents, rescuers and hospitals say.

Trump takes victory lap but pitfalls remain
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 22:02:12 GMT

It's been a rollercoaster ride for Trump but it ends in Europe with high praise for US action in Iran ringing in his ears.

What we know about the ceasefire
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 12:40:50 GMT

Donald Trump accuses both sides of breaking the ceasefire and urges them to "calm down".

'We thought it was the end': Israeli town reels after deadly strike
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 17:21:24 GMT

Four people were killed by an Iranian missile strike in Beersheba just before a ceasefire came into effect.

'We are exhausted' - how Iranians are feeling after fragile ceasefire
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 17:21:20 GMT

The war has stirred within Iranians a mix of fear, despair and - among some - flickers of hope.

Watch: Trump lashes out at Israel and Iran
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 11:57:32 GMT

The US president expressed his frustration at the conduct of the two nations.

Rod Stewart on Glastonbury: 'I wish they wouldn't call it the tea time slot'
Wed, 25 Jun 2025 01:11:34 GMT

The rock star talks to BBC News ahead of his performance at the Glastonbury Festival this weekend.

The Papers: UK's 'nuclear jets' and 'Trump drops f-bomb'
Wed, 25 Jun 2025 00:53:53 GMT

The UK will acquire new nuclear jets and Donald Trump used an expletive amid the Iran-Israel conflict.

The nine Nato countries that missed their defence spending targets
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 17:24:40 GMT

As Nato leaders meet to agree big increases in targets for defence spending, some of them haven't yet met the existing ones.

Labour welfare rebellion to test Keir Starmer like never before
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 12:00:32 GMT

Labour MPs' challenge over benefits cuts is perhaps the gravest crisis in the PM's time in office so far.

'A slap in the face' - Asos bans shoppers for making too many returns
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 14:21:01 GMT

The retailer has been cracking down on customers with high return rates - but some say it is unfair.

British man charged over 'wedding' with child, 9, at Disneyland Paris
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 16:40:31 GMT

The 39-year-old is a convicted sexual offender who is wanted in the UK, French prosecutors have said.

UK aircraft carrier in Pacific on rare deployment
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 22:22:05 GMT

The BBC speaks to Commodore James Blackmore, commander of the UK carrier strike group, on deployment in Indo-Pacific.

Venice protesters claim victory as Bezos changes wedding venue
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 15:26:44 GMT

No Space for Bezos activist group tells BBC they are "very proud of this".

Seven people charged after Palestine Action protest
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 19:54:15 GMT

Police made 13 arrests for offences, including assaulting an emergency worker, at the London protest on Monday.

Post-Brexit £51m border control post to sit empty
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 16:06:16 GMT

Parc Cybi was built to allow checks on animals and plants entering the UK after the UK left the EU.

Minister to meet food delivery firms over reports of illegal workers
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 19:06:11 GMT

It comes after reports that asylum seekers are able to work for couriers shortly after reaching UK.

Rich Kids of Instagram star admits Hermes handbags scam
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 12:17:02 GMT

Jack Watkin, 26, gained his victims' trust by creating a false image of wealth and sophistication.

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Expletives and Diplomacy: Donald Trump Heads to Nato
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 18:45:00 GMT

Trump’s message to Israel and Iran on the way to the Nato summit.

Americanswers... Has Trump triggered all out war in the Middle East?
Mon, 23 Jun 2025 17:50:00 GMT

Iran retaliates as US president hints at regime change

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'Duckett would've infuriated me as a bowler - he's one of world's best'
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 18:56:34 GMT

Ben Duckett would be infuriating to bowl at and is establishing himself as one of the best all-format batters in the world, writes Jonathan Agnew.

Emotional Raducanu battles into Eastbourne second round
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 18:51:33 GMT

Emma Raducanu says her emotional reaction to her battling Eastbourne win was because she had received "some really bad news".

Seven-time French champions Lyon relegated over finances
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 22:43:18 GMT

French club Lyon are demoted to Ligue 2 because of the poor state of their finances.

Gout, 17, sets Australian record at Golden Spike
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 20:15:01 GMT

Teenager Gout Gout sets an Australian record with victory in the men's 200m on his senior international debut at the Golden Spike meeting in Ostrava.

French star Boisson has Wimbledon hopes ended
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 18:57:47 GMT

Breakout Roland Garros star Lois Boisson sees her hopes of a maiden Wimbledon main-draw appearance end in the first round of qualifying.

England chase 371 to seal brilliant win against India in first Test
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 18:34:29 GMT

Ben Duckett hits 149 and Zak Crawley and Joe Root both make half-centuries as England produce a brilliant run chase on the final day to win the first Test against India at Headingley.